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Video Tech Brief: Anatomy of a Robust, High-Production Swiss-Type Lathe
This Swiss-type is equipped with a total of 52 tools, including a 40-tool magazine, 10 tools on the back tool post, and an optional 2 tools on the deep hole drill holder.
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Does the Used Equipment You’re Buying Have a Lien on it?
When purchasing any type of used business equipment, including machine tools, make sure the seller is allowed to sell it in the first place.
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Slings — Critical Infrastructure in Your Shop
Safe sling use is critical for a safe work environment.
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Using the Toolchanger to Automate Production
Taking advantage of a feature that’s already on the machine tool, Lang’s Haubex system uses the toolchanger to move and store parts, making it an easy-to-use and cost-effective automation solution.
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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 119: Defeating the Hanging Cross-Hole Burr
Deburring is a tedious task that is better left to machines.
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Taking Someone to TASC
This special automation issue of Production Machining is timed perfectly with the debut of The Automated Shop Conference held this month in Novi, Michigan.
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Learn How to Automate Your Machine Shop at 2023 The Automated Shop Conference
Attend TASC, The Automated Shop Conference, in Novi, Mich on Oct. 11, 2023 for a comprehensive look into how to use automation to transform your machine shop.
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Replace Repetitive Measurement With DIY Robotic Automation
After minimal training, a shop can learn how to use this robotic inspection system configured for a shopfloor application to supersede repetitive, time-consuming, high-mix gaging processes. It can then be redeployed for another application somewhere else in the facility.
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Engineers in Manufacturing: Madison Park and JoAnn Vlach
Two women share their journeys to engineering, and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing.
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Video Tech Brief: Five-Axis Machining’s Value for the Medical Industry
Watch to see how a medical bone plate is created on a five-axis machining center.
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Pay Attention to These 7 Themes at TASC
Looking to automate your shop floor? The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect shops with experts who can advise them through this transition.
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What’ll Be New at IMTS 2024
Registration for next year’s International Manufacturing Technology Show is now open. Here’s some of what to expect at North America’s largest manufacturing trade event.
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