January 2005 Issue
January 2005
Features
Featured articles from the latest issue of Modern Machine Shop
Turning Ideas Into Parts
To get maximum leverage from its manufacturing know-how, Krieger Machine, a CNC shop in Stuart, Florida, draws on all of its software resources - CAD, CAM and shopfloor programming. The shop relies on KeyCreator from Kubotek as its main CAD resource. Mastercam from CNC Software is its main CAM resource. On the shop floor, conversational programming on the Hurco vertical machining centers proves to be another vital resource. All three systems help the shop succeed as a reliable producer of precision parts for a variety of industries.
Read MoreEnd Mill Designed For Ramping
Features of the tool facilitate ramping and other aspects of milling holes and pockets.
Read MoreDeveloping A Safer Way To Machine Magnesium
Machining magnesium is risky business, as the chips and dust generated are flammable. A research consortium has developed a novel way to extract magnesium particles out of the machine by vacuuming them through a hollow tool and spindle during machining.
Read MoreService Phone Saves Productive Time
One machine supplier adds a cell phone to the CNC as a way to provide immediate access to service support.
Read MoreMachining More Than Meets The Eye
Manufacturing parts that may be smaller than the chips generated during machining requires more than just the right cutting tool and machine. It requires a micro-mindset that focuses on all aspects of tiny parts processing--handling, inspection, finishing and assembly.
Read MoreConstant Material Removal: The Key To Hard Milling
Features of the CAM software can keep the cut from exceeding the tool’s limits, without compromising part quality or productivity.
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