January 1999 Issue
January 1999
Features
Featured articles from the January 1999 issue of Modern Machine Shop
Not Your Typical Job Shop
This family-owned job shop has developed an integrated fabrication and machine shop in order to satisfy customers' changing needs. In doing so it has become an example that other shops might want to imitate.
Read MoreA Synergistic Approach To Machining Stainless Steel
One of the most interesting examples of this synergy comes out of its cutting tool and specialty steel operations. Sandvik has developed grades of stainless steel especially formulated for machinability along with cutting inserts especially designed for optimal performance with these workpiece materials.
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Wye/Delta In Perspective
Two configurations of windings on a spindle motor can provide consistent torque and higher horsepower across a machine tool's speed range, but other features for improved performance are also important.
Read MoreMultiple Layer Coatings Keep Microcracks From Destroying Inserts
One reason why cutting tool inserts fail is that microcracks start in the top coating and work down to the substrate, eventually exposing the unprotected substrate to the damaging forces at work during a machining process. Slowing the formation of these microcracks and preventing them from reaching the substrate should therefore increase insert life.
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Extending The Range Of PCBN
Thicker inserts and a wider variety of styles are allowing PCBN to be applied to a growing range of hard, ferrous applications.
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Inspection Tapers Part 1: Certifying The Master
Looking Beyond The Borders
Work Cells Reach New Levels Of Productivity
This Internet Cracks Us Up
Gaging Our Success
Is It The Shaft Or A Shift?
