Advanced CAMs Simplify Programming of Conical Barrel Cutters
Conical barrel cutters have grown in popularity thanks to the large stepovers that reduce the time needed for some finishing processes, but advanced CAM systems can dramatically improve their usefulness.
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Tactile Sensor Could Give Robots Human Touch
Gelsight’s tactile sensing technology could give robots more flexibility in the tasks and environments they can handle.
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How to Automate a Prototyping Shop
By focusing machine tending on pallets rather than individual parts, KAD Models has automated its high-mix, low-volume workload — and thrived as a result.
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Inside a CNC-Machined Gothic Monastery in Wyoming
An inside look into the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming, who are combining centuries-old Gothic architectural principles with modern CNC machining to build a monastery in the mountains of Wyoming.
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The Final CNC Tech Talk Column
Mike Lynch signs off on his CNC Tech Talk column after 35 years.
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- Building Temperature Compensation Into the Gaging Station
- Prioritizing Workholding Density Versus Simplicity
- Four Questions (& Answers) About Data-Driven Process Improvement at CNC Job Shops
- Should You Add Linear Scales to Your Machine?
- Considerations for Machining Coolant Care
- 3 Task Simplifications That Reduce Production Time
- 3 Tips for Properly Making Form Measurements
- 2 Secondary Coordinate Systems You Should Know
- Is Grant Funding Available for Your Machine Shop? Here's How to Find Out.
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Five-Axis Machines Speed NASCAR Engine Production
Moving from an aging set of five-axis mills to more advanced machines enabled Hendrick Motorsports to dramatically improve its engine production.
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Finding the Right Tools for a Turning Shop
Xcelicut is a startup shop that has grown thanks to the right machines, cutting tools, grants and other resources.
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Inside Machineosaurus: Unique Job Shop with Dinosaur-Named CNC Machines, Four-Day Workweek & High-Precision Machining
Take a tour of Machineosaurus, a Massachusetts machine shop where every CNC machine is named after a dinosaur!
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Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 6: Why, and How, Hardinge is Reshoring Machine Tool Production
In this episode of Made in the USA, several executives and senior staff at Hardinge give their first-person account of how they formulated the plan to shift the manufacturing of its milling and turning product lines from its Taiwan plant to its plant in Elmira, New York, the major challenges they encountered and the rewards that made it worth the effort.
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Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 4: A Measured Approach
The L.S. Starrett Co. has been manufacturing precision measurement tools in Athol, Massachusetts, since 1880. Attention to U.S. manufacturing often focuses on reshoring manufacturing from other countries, but Starrett never left. The facility in Athol employs hundreds and produces thousands of tools that remain vital for measurement in machining and other fields.
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Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 3: The Robots Come Home
The latest episode “Made in the USA” podcast explores a company that uses collaborative robots, one of the key tools helping US machine shops and other manufacturers compete with lower cost countries by automating production.
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OSG End Mills Perform in Range of Applications
The company has expanded its ExoCarb WXL-CR-EDS, A Brand AE-HFE-H, A Brand AE-N and Phoenix end mill series.
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Mahr Height Gage Provides Reliable Measurement Performance
Digimar 816 CLT height gage is equipped with an intuitive touchscreen, ergonomic handles and dynamic measuring functions, designed to offer performance and ease of use.
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United Grinding Apprenticeship Program Receives Recognition From US Department of Labor
United Grinding North America now has the opportunity to partner with the U.S. Department of Labor to shape apprenticeship expansion and diversification in the industry.
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LNS Chipblaster Provides High-Pressure Coolant Using CNC Interface
The Chipblaster S Series is designed to precisely apply high-pressure coolant where and when required.
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MWI Introduces Wire EDM Consumables Designed to Maximize Energy Efficiency
Blac Technology’s specialized composition is designed to provide uniform distribution and embedding of particles throughout the surface.
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Hurco Slant-Bed Lathe Features Live Tooling Capabilities
Hurco’s TM8MYi slant-bed lathe comes equipped with a Renishaw swing-down tool setter and a bi-directional, servo-driven live tool.
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