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CAD/CAM 3 Jan 2014

Video: The Value of Machine Simulation

Mastercam’s Machine Simulation feature enables the programmer to see how a multi-axis part program will perform. The virtual representation of the workpiece, cutting tool assembly, workholding fixture, machine spindle and other elements of the machine structure in motion provide a better visualization of possible collisions or interference.

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Automation 2 Jan 2014

Product Spotlight Slideshow: Robots & Automation

View the slideshow to see highlights from January’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight focused on robots and automation equipment.

Horizontal Machining Centers 1 Jan 2014

HMC Provides Quality Needed for Medical Manufacturing

Big River Engineering and Manufacturing purchased a high-precision Makino a51 HMC to meet FDA regulations and gain customers in the medical device manufacturing industry.

Aerospace 1 Jan 2014

Cryogenic Machining Avoids the White Layer

According to 5ME, a recently discovered benefit of cryogenic machining is that it prevents the formation of an untempered martensitic “white layer” on the machined surface.

31 Dec 2013

The 10 Most Popular Posts of 2013

At the end of the year it’s always fun to go back and see which posts resonated with you. Here is a list of our top 10 most popular posts of 2013.

25 Dec 2013

Searching for the Machine Tool

A fabulous model train display had more to hunt for than hidden Santa figurines and miniature dinosaurs. Finding what you are looking for can be a kind of gift. May all your searches be fulfilled this holiday season.

Workforce Development 24 Dec 2013

It Takes Time

To illustrate our article about the commitment to training at Progressive Turnings, a Chicago-area job shop, photographer Todd Schuett of Creative Technology produced this composite image conveying the frequency with which plant manager Luke Niels conducts ad hoc coaching sessions on the shop floor.

23 Dec 2013

Friction Stir Welding for SLS Rocket

Esab has developed what is said to be the largest welding machine of its type in history for rocket fuel tank structures.

Cutting Tools 20 Dec 2013

Thread Milling for Oil and Gas Parts

Emuge Corp. offers new options that make thread milling a more capable, predictable and economical operation for companies machining today’s parts for oil, gas and petrochemical applications.

Workforce Development 20 Dec 2013

Students Cast for a Better Understanding of Part Processing

How manufacturing processes are interrelated is an important lesson for students pursuing their preparation for careers in manufacturing engineering. One school teaches this vital connection by linking the quality of CNC programming with parts cast in machined dies.