July 2008 Issue
July 2008
Features
Featured articles from the latest issue of Modern Machine Shop
Friction Stir Welding—It's Not Just For Aluminum
Friction stir welding allows tough steel alloys and other metals to be permanently joined without arc welding. In many cases, this operation can be done on equipment that resembles standard milling machines.
Read MoreEasy Does It
This shop specializing in small-scale parts says successfully machining tiny features into tiny workpieces is less about technology and more about technique.
Read MorePrecision Boring In Precision ER Collet Holders
In the past 20 years or so, the ER-style collet holder has become a de facto standard for retaining round-shank type tooling in milling and machining center applications. A precision boring system can now be included in the range of tooling compatible with precision ER-style collet systems. The ER collet featu
Read MoreDrill Deletes Delamination In CFRP
Composites are becoming increasingly common in aerospace applications, and machining new materials can be a challenge for shops used to cutting metal. One such substance, carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), can be difficult to drill because tools often “push” through the material rather than executing a cle
Read MoreReaching Out To Horizontal Productivity
Extra long Z-axis travel and other features that lend flexibility on an HBM help this company reach a larger market for its mud pumps.
Read MoreVision System Allows Automated Inspection Of Bore Finish
Bores machined in brake master cylinders, connecting rods, injection systems, valves and similar components must have a quality surface finish to ensure effective performance. Conventional bore inspection techniques, however, typically require an operator to evaluate the finish. Operators may use a bore scope l
Read MoreFive Ways To Leaner Die Handling
Here’s some practical information to keep in mind if you’re considering adding a large-scale anodizing line to your facility.
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