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Automotive

How Eaton Uses Metal 3D Printing

With the ability to address customer needs faster and iterate parts quickly, this metal 3D printing system is now standard within the workflow for both the engineering and toolroom teams.

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How Serious Are You About Cybersecurity?

Given that manufacturers currently are the primary targets for ransomware attacks, you should be taking action now to prevent such an incident while being prepared to nimbly react if one occurs.

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PMPA

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 105: Yield Loss Due to Bar End Remnants

Yield loss on raw materials can become a hidden way of losing money in your shop. Using a chart and sample calculations can help you better understand why you might be better off buying longer bars for your process to reduce yield loss dollars.

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CAD/CAM

Generating More Efficient Milling Tool Paths for Multitasking Machines

This toolpath generator can reduce cycle time and extend tool life while helping achieve better surface finishes for milling operations on multi-axis Swiss-types and turn-mills.

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KYZEN Corp.

KYZEN Corp. provides environmentally responsible precision cleaning chemistries for industries ranging from electronics and advanced packaging to metal finishing and aerospace applications.

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Caution: Bad word ahead – Corrosion!

As our membership grows, so does the shared technical information of our collective group. Educational article links, like this article on corrosion, are always available on our website.

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Swiss-Types

Inside an Amish-Owned Family Machine Shop

Modern Machine Shop, PM’s sister brand, took an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of an Amish-owned machine shop, where advanced machining technologies work alongside old-world traditions.

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Preventing Metal Corrosion with Metalworking Fluids

All manufacturers deal with metal corrosion and rust. Learn about the causes of metal corrosion and options for preventing it. 

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Cutting Tools

Precision Machining Technology Review April 2022: Cutting Tools

Production Machining’s Cutting Tools showcase includes Ceratizit, Suhner, Horn, Sandvik Coromant, Ingersoll and Allied Machine & Engineering.

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Parts Cleaning

Find Manufacturing Cleaning Webinars Here

Although the pandemic might have made us weary of sitting in front of a screen for too long, webinars still have a significant place in the business world as a quick way to provide education.  

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PMPA

What NFL Teams, Street Gangs and Your Workforce Have in Common

A sense of belonging is important for successful teamwork, retention and job performance.

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Precision Machining Continues 2022 Trend with March GBI

March activity continued expanding at faster rates.

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