Inside the Sinker EDM Process, One Spark at a Time
By: Brent Donaldson
Successful sinker EDM operations rely on understanding the relationship between each individual spark, the electrode and the workpiece.
Workholding Considerations for Five-Axis Machining
By: Emily Probst
Five-axis workholding isn’t just about applying technology; it’s also about applying a different mindset.
New Educational Series from Additive Manufacturing Media
By: Jenny Rush
Additive Manufacturing Media is releasing AM InDepth, a series on 3D manufacturing, as a part of IMTS Spark.
Solid Construction and Fourth Axis Are Highlights of Shop’s Newest VMC
By: Emily Probst
A vertical machining center with a fourth axis from Kent USA enables Mega Industries LLC to serve national laboratories quickly and accurately.
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Video: 3D Printed Tool Illustrates the Impact of Additive Manufacturing on Machining
By: Peter Zelinski
Is AM an aid to machining? A competitor? It’s both. The Cool Parts Show looks at a milling tool design made possible by 3D printing.
Video: Topology Optimization in Action
By: Stephanie Hendrixson
What is topology optimization, and how does it work? See the process for lightweighting a legacy part step-by-step using this design strategy in the video in this blog post.
The Harsh Realities of Additive Manufacturing
By: Timothy W. Simpson
Now is the time to start talking about what is really holding additive manufacturing back.
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Five-Axis Conversational Programming from a Solid Model
By: Derek Korn
This CNC feature imports a 3D solid model from which operators can perform conversational-type programming even for five-sided machining applications.
Additive Manufacturing Media Kicks Off Season Three of "The Cool Parts Show"
By: Jenny Rush
This hit web series continues with more episodes about industrial 3D printing.
Video: Starting Your Own Machine Shop — the Rewards and Challenges
By: Peter Zelinski
The owner of Dan’s Custom Machining on the decision to go full-time with his machining business, advice for future shop owners, and whether buying machine tools is fun.
Sometimes No-Quoting RFQs is Essential for Efficiency
By: Lori Beckman
Accepting only RFQs that work toward a company’s goals and learning how to manage those efficiently can build better businesses and customer relationships.
Centralized Filtration Key to Company Growth
By: Emily Probst
By investing in a Transor Filter System, Advanced Tooling Inc. was able to immediately improve cycle times and gain a consistent cutting environment.
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