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Finally, A Comprehensive Software Solution Designed for Small Job Shops
Zel X from Siemens is an integrated software application that consolidates collaboration, design, manufacturing, and operations into a comprehensive, easy-to-use solution. From RFQ to delivery, it’s a more efficient way to handle quotes, manage jobs, make parts, and collaborate with teams of all sizes.
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5 Things CNC Operators Must Know About Sizing Adjustments
For CNC operators, sizing adjustment is an essential skill. Keep these points in mind when training new CNC users.
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Machining Questions? Ask the Expert
Meet John Miller, CNC expert and MMS’ newest columnist. In his new column, Miller’s Edge, he’ll answer reader questions about machining. Submit your questions today!
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How to Start a Swiss Machining Department From Scratch
When Shamrock Precision needed to cut production time of its bread-and-butter parts in half, it turned to a new type of machine tool and a new CAM system. Here’s how the company succeeded, despite the newness of it all.
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Simple Workholding for Robotic Automation
Robotic automation relies on reliable workholding, and these modular pneumatic jaws make it simple.
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Integrated CAD/CAM Promotes Process Efficiency, Traceability
High-requirement markets are not only searching for good parts — they're searching for proof of good parts. CAD/CAM software can help.
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Moving To Magnets Doubles Productivity
Moving from hydraulic to magnetic fixtures enabled this shop to reduce setup time, improve rigidity and eliminate manual operations. As a result, productivity doubled.
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New Machining Technology Works With Old to Restore WWII Submarine
A set of donated boring bars that can be used in a 1954 boring head will enable volunteer machinists to recreate a pair of binoculars for the USS Pampanito.
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SolidCAM Wants to Help Machine Shops Get into Additive Manufacturing
SolidCAM's partnership with Desktop Metal is aimed at making additive manufacturing more accessible to job shops and other manufacturers.
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Digital Demo: High-Precision Single Spindle CNC Automation with the Muratec MS50
This machine makes you more money by shortening the overall cycle time and reducing the spindle idle time. (Sponsored)
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Better Together: Combining Cobots and Palletization
Using a collaborative robot to tend a machine with a pallet changer can help shops maximize unattended machining time.
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When Manual Machining Makes Good Business Sense
Rare expertise, raw passion and ample opportunity keep handwheels turning profits in the era of CNC.
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