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CAD/CAM

Full Programming for Traditional and Multi-Axis Turning

Many shops that have long operated with traditional turning centers are now rapidly supplementing their processes with multi-axis machines that have the ability to produce complex parts unattended.

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Toolholders

Holder Design Locks Tools in Place

Tough to machine materials, aggressive metal removal rates and long, awkward tool overhangs are machining conditions that require toolholders to perform flawlessly and provide strong gripping force, high precision and vibration control.

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Craftsman's Cribsheet: Perform R&R Studies Only Where Logical

An improperly defined Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R) program can drain a company of resources and reduce the effectiveness of the shop.

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Choosing the Right Fire Suppression System for Your Machines

Virtually all modern CNC machines are designed with safety in mind.

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Milwaukee Area Technical College Fills the Gap

Milwaukee Area Technical College, known as MATC, is a comprehensive technical college that offers educational and training opportunities and services to its diverse community through collaboration with partners to advance the lives of its students.

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PMPA Member Embraces Community Engagement

A career in precision machining can be part of a dual path of work and education. A dual track leads to a lifetime of career success.

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VIDEO: Watch Glass Explode!

This really cool video shows slow motion footage of the interesting properties of Prince Rupert's Drop. I see some correlation to work hardening in metalworking operations.

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What Are the Two Most Critical Inputs in Your Quoting Process?

A colleague asked me this question via email the other day.

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Micromachining

Applying Waterjet Micromachining

Scientists are deeply involved in exploring the frontier of micro-abrasive waterjet technology.

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Attention Dreamers and Doers

A total of $250,000 in cash prizes is up for grabs for winners of the two phases of the MT Connect Challenge.

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DMG/Mori Seiki USA Plans Innovation Days Event

DMG/Mori Seiki USA will host Innovation Days 2013 at its U.S. headquarters near Chicago, Ill., May 7-10.

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Bar Feeders

Bar Feeder Knowledge Center

feeders are perhaps the most common automation accessories used in metalworking. To see a nice collection of information about bar feeders, visit Production Machining’s Bar Feeds zone.

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