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Parts Cleaning

Overcoming 3 Common Challenges With Automated Particle Counting

Facing difficulties while performing particle analysis is normal but should not be discouraging. Here are some ways to handle the most prevalent issues that can arise.

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Basics

Why Are We Writing About a Shop Making Custom Baseball Bats?

I recently learned about a 153-year-old manufacturer that has produced billions upon billions of precision, metal pins which started another business making one-off wooden baseball bats. (Like I asked it to do for me and you’ll see at this year’s Precision Machining Technology Show). Here I explain why it’s worth the time to read that article.

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It’s Showtime!

The 12th edition of the biennial Precision Machining Technology Show starts today. What might you discover there? What might I discover there?

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Workholding

PMTS 2023 Product Preview: Workholding

Learn about some of the latest workholding solutions that will be on display at PMTS 2023.

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Toolholders

PMTS 2023 Product Preview: Toolholders

Learn about some of the latest toolholder solutions that will be on display at PMTS 2023.

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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining March 2023

According to information gleaned from Gardner Business Intelligence surveys, GBI: Precision Machining component activity generally continued in March the ‘right’ paths observed in February.

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Measurement

PMTS 2023 Product Preview: Measurement

Learn about some of the latest measurement solutions that will be on display at PMTS 2023.

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Can You Pull Data From a Solid Model to Perform Five-Axis Conversational Programming?

A CNC feature imports a 3D solid model from which operators can perform conversational-type, five-axis programming.

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Production Machining’s April 2023 News Highlights

Production Machining’s April 2023 news highlights include a special honor for a GBM stalwart, reshoring news, new technician training, workforce development funding and more.

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The Control’s Role in Machining Complex Parts

This company that produces medical implants finds value in the CNC for its turn-mill equipment that helps speed setups and simplify programming when producing intricate parts complete.

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Video: Why a Production Machine Shop Started a Baseball Bat Company

A 153-year-old manufacturer of precision, metal pins recently started a side business creating custom wooden baseball bats. The reasoning behind establishing this new company is intriguing, as is how it has helped create a stronger bond with the local community.

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Swiss-Types

PMTS 2023 Product Preview: Swiss-Types

Learn about some of the latest Swiss-type solutions that will be on display at PMTS 2023.

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