Aerospace
Inspection System Brings Programmability to Shopfloor Gaging
Gaging device extends the reach of the CMM out to the production floor, and provides an alternative to dedicated gaging.
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Tool-Related Considerations for More Efficient Machining of Titanium
The expert in our Titanium Machining Zone offers advice related to coolants and coatings.
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From Markers to Lasers
As aircraft manufacturers are building bigger planes, they’re looking for the ways to reduce weight.
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If It’s Good Enough for NASA…
Learn about an environmentally safe fire suppression system used on applications ranging from machine tools to space shuttle crawlers.
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Tips for Tapping Titanium Alloys
Creating threaded holes in titanium alloys calls for proper techniques based on an understanding of both the properties of these materials and the peculiarities of the tapping process.
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Special High-Temp Alloys Spark Interest in EDM
Today’s wire EDM technology preserves the surface integrity of proprietary titanium alloys and other high-temperature materials, so aerospace and medical applications using this process are booming.
Read MoreA Variety of Alloys
The company offers tight-tolerance manufacturing of stainless steel, brass, copper, aluminum, carbon and alloy steels ranging in diameter from 0.015" to 0.3125".
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Cell Works the Night Shift
At this aerospace and medical component manufacturer, a Doosan HMC paired with a flexible pallet magazine and cell controller from Fastems has increased production and part quality while eliminating variation throughout the production chain.
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ERP Synergizes Disparate Departments, Applications
Despite access to a sophisticated ERP system, this company still used manual methods for managing critical resources. Expanding its use of that system has streamlined operations and synergized disparate software applications and departments.
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Long-Lasting Insert Turns Around Tough Inconel Job
By changing to a hex-shaped turning insert with a 45-degree lead angle, this shop saved thousands of dollars on a difficult Inconel turning application.
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