February 1999 Issue
February 1999
Features
Featured articles from the latest issue of Modern Machine Shop
Smart And Efficient
Deft use of macros for 'family-of-features' NC programming allows this compressor manufacturer to do in minutes what once took hours, and get more consistent machining processes in the bargain.
Read MoreRobots Join EDM and Graphite Mill for Fast Mold Production
An EDM plus a robot makes a dynamic duo. A graphite mill plus a robot makes another. Put them all together in one shop and you have a radical new way to speed mold production.
Read MoreToday's CNC Gives You More Control
Greater processing speed in combination with more sophisticated software is delivering high functionality, even on modestly priced machining centers.
Read MoreWhy We Couldn't Live Without EDM
A shop discusses some of the ways that EDM solves problems and creates opportunities in parts manufacturing. Wire EDM, ram EDM, and small-hole EDM all play a key role.
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