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5 Stages of a Closed-Loop CNC Machining Cell
Controlling variability in a closed-loop manufacturing process requires inspection data collected before, during and immediately after machining — and a means to act on that data in real time. Here’s one system that accomplishes this.
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Manufacturer, Integrator, Software Developer: Wolfram Manufacturing is a Triple Threat
Wolfram Manufacturing showcased its new facility, which houses its machine shop along with space for its work as a provider of its own machine monitoring software and as an integrator for Caron Engineering.
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Kuka AR Software Enhances Robotics Error Detection
Kuka.MixedReality software displays tools and interference geometries for early detection of potential hazards that can then be eliminated before a robot starts to work.
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Leveraging Data to Drive Manufacturing Innovation
Global manufacturer Fictiv is rapidly expanding its use of data and artificial intelligence to help manufacturers wade through process variables and production strategies. With the release of a new AI platform for material selection, Fictive CEO Dave Evans talks about how the company is leveraging data to unlock creative problem solving for manufacturers.
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ERP and Process Changes Increase Shop’s Revenue 64% YoY
Implementing ProShop has led to a massive process overhaul at Marzilli Machine. From 2020 to 2021, revenue increased 64% without capital investment.
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Paperless Parts Software Streamlines Quoting Process
The software streamlines repetitive, error-prone tasks associated with request for quote intake and prep work, allowing estimators to focus on high-value activities.
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Can ChatGPT Create Usable G-Code Programs?
Since its debut in late 2022, ChatGPT has been used in many situations, from writing stories to writing code, including G-code. But is it useful to shops? We asked a CAM expert for his thoughts.
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Swiss-Type Control Uses CNC Data to Improve Efficiency
Advanced controls for Swiss-type CNC lathes uses machine data to prevent tool collisions, saving setup time and scrap costs.
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Building A Powerful Bridge from the CAM Programmer to the Shop Floor Operator
SolidCAM for Operators provides a powerful bridge from CAM programming to the shop floor to best streamline the machine shop process with its CAM part simulation. It provides a clear picture to the operator for setup and prove-out, enables minor G-Code changes and avoids crashes, broken tools and scrapped parts.
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How to Mitigate Chatter to Boost Machining Rates
There are usually better solutions to chatter than just reducing the feed rate. Through vibration analysis, the chatter problem can be solved, enabling much higher metal removal rates, better quality and longer tool life.
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How this Job Shop Grew Capacity Without Expanding Footprint
This shop relies on digital solutions to grow their manufacturing business. With this approach, W.A. Pfeiffer has achieved seamless end-to-end connectivity, shorter lead times and increased throughput.
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Automation and Process Simplification Define Eastec 2023
Manufacturing technology at this year’s Eastec met the market with tools to streamline operations and assist machinists in achieving greater productivity.
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ABB Upgrades Robotics Programming and Simulation Software
RobotStudio Cloud enables users to collaborate in real time on robot cell designs remotely on any device.
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Marposs Introduces Air Gage Interface Box for Data Acquisition
The Duo Air can be supplied with one or two analog air-to-electronics converters with adjustable sensitivity and zeroing nozzles for connecting to one or two gauges.
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IMTS Takeaways From the Modern Machine Shop Editorial Team
The first in-person IMTS in four years left the MMS editorial staff with a lot to digest. Here are a few of our takeaways from the show floor.
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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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Digital Demo: Precision Engineering Meets Digitization
Whether it is presetting, shrinking, inspecting and correcting balance, or tool measuring, Haimer has created a modern digital tool room that can help manufacturers excel in today's competitive manufacturing marketplace. (Sponsored)
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Modernize Your Machine Shop With CAM Automation
Modernize and Digitally Transform your machine shop using Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 automation. (Sponsored)
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How to Scale a Job Shop for Growth with Fewer People
Front office disorganization and poor shop floor communications don’t just reduce a job shop’s efficiency; they are a barrier to growth. Having the right kind of ERP system can be the key to improving profitability and scaling for future growth
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Digital Tools Meet Practical Applications
Digital manufacturing will see a much larger footprint at IMTS 2022 thanks to technologies that bridge the gap between the digital and physical.
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Voice Activated Machine Interface Comes to Machine Tools
Voice-enabled virtual assistants are coming to machine tools. Now available on Makino wire EDMs, the ATHENA interface promises to help manufacturers better utilize their equipment, aid less skilled workers and operate more machines with fewer people.
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Automated Quoting for CNC Manufacturers: Provide Quotes in Minutes
In this demonstration, we will walk through how DigiFabster’s quoting automation and e-commerce solution is designed to be quick to implement and easy to use. (Sponsored)
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Reach More B2B Buyers with Thomasnet's Industrial Marketing Services
Tap into 1.4 million engineers, purchasing managers, and procurement professionals sourcing on our platform each month across hundreds of industries with our digital advertising and marketing services, customized for suppliers like you. (Sponsored)
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How to Get More Efficient Production from Swiss-Type and Multitasking Machines
SolidCAM for multi-axis Swiss type and multitasking machines provides a very efficient CAM programming process, generating optimal and safe Mill-Turn programs, with dramatically improved milling tool life.
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How To Find The Right Solid Carbide Tool For Your Production
Watch this demo for an inside look at Sandvik Coromant’s advanced solid carbide tools like CoroDrill 860-GM – designed for fast and problem-free drilling, maximizing productivity through high metal cutting efficiency. (Sponsored)
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A Digital Approach to Machining Better Parts
With advanced integration of CAD/CAM, CNC and probing technology, this digital manufacturing expert demonstrates a better process for making complex airfoils without the need for special fixturing.
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CompleteCloud by Avatara: The Smart IT Platform for Manufacturers
CompleteCloud by Avatara is an all-inclusive IT solution that offers a private cloud environment in a secure data center. (Sponsored)
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Fusion 360 for New Product Research and Development
Join Autodesk to learn why engineers are adopting Fusion 360, a cloud-based 3D CAD, CAM, CAE, and additive manufacturing platform for product development. (Sponsored)
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ModuleWorks Launches Clear Aligner Trimming Software
ModuleWorks’ new TrimLine software simplifies and accelerates the fabrication of clear aligners by automatically calculating the optimal trim line and generating a collision-free trimming toolpath.
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CNC Optimization Software Reduces Cycle Times 25% or More and Can Double Tool Life
CGTech’s VERICUT Force optimization software can drastically reduce cycle times from 20-70%, even on supposedly optimized programs from CAM systems. It varies the feed rate to keep chip thickness and cutter load constant, which can increase tool life by 100% or more.
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Latest Software News And Updates
Hexagon Adopts the Suite Life
Hexagon has rearranged its software portfolio into five process-based suites, which include software for every step in the workflow as well as a new program that connects everything, increasing automation and collaboration.
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CloudNC CAM Software Enhances 3+2-Axis Toolpath Programming
CAM Assist uses AI to generate intuitive machining strategies in minutes or seconds, depending on complexity.
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Verisurf Software Enables Efficient Translation of CAD/CAM Data
The Validate software is designed to ensure data integrity and enable users to perform metrology workflows in a seamless CAD environment while maintaining model-based digital continuity.
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GF Machining Solutions Platform Enables Remote Troubleshooting
The My rConnect provides a virtual link between a machine and the company’s service and support team, often eliminating the need for a technician to travel to a customer’s shop.
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Renishaw Fixture-Modeling Software Streamlines Setup Process
The FixtureBuilder 3D software enables fast creation and documentation of advanced, CAD-based, metrology fixturing setups.
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Large-Format Machining With Small Cutting Tools and Dynamic Motion
Napoleon Machine, a defense contractor that provides parts for the M1 Abrams tank, recently took advantage of a CAM feature that allowed the company to streamline its cutting strategies and program offline. Here’s how the shop cut cycle times nearly in half with its large-format five-axis machining operations.
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How I Made It: Nick Pinkston, Founder/CEO, Volition
Nick Pinkston is a serial entrepreneur in the manufacturing technology space whose startups include CloudFab, Plethora and Volition, an online marketplace that’s designed to make finding and buying off-the-shelf components easier.
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The Intersection of Work, Play, Technology and Independence
The February issue dives into digital technologies that not only streamline production, but make a tangible difference in people’s lives.
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How Integrated CAD/CAM Transforms Inventions Into Products
The close connection between CAD and CAM is what links creative ideas to practical production for this unique custom manufacturer.
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Hybrid Control Makes Lights-Out EDM More Accessible
This CNC enables EDMs to switch between G-code and an integrated CAM system to adapt to changing conditions and make lights-out manufacturing more attainable.
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Shop Reclaims 10,000 Square Feet with Inventory Management System
Intech Athens’ inventory management system, which includes vertical lift modules from Kardex Remstar and tool management software from ZOLLER, has saved the company time, space and money.
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Can AI Replace Programmers? Writers Face a Similar Question
The answer is the same in both cases. Artificial intelligence performs sophisticated tasks, but falls short of delivering on the fullness of what the work entails.
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