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An Automated Answer for Machining Ball Pins
This new vertical turning center with measurement and robotic automation processes is able to produce vehicle ball joint ball pins in 7 seconds.
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Can Machining Metal 3D-Printed Parts be a New Business Opportunity?
Perhaps. And shops could use their existing CNC machines to remove 3D part-print supports, to trim parts and so on. But dedicated robotic machining systems could be an alternative.
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Automation Idea for Halloween?
Maybe not. But, the candy-throwing robots at MetalQuest’s Nebraska facility do enable the contract machine shop to stand out at career fairs and similar events.
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Grinding Options for Dental Burrs and Rotary Instruments
Equipment to grind dental burrs continues to evolve. Here are five options for grinding these types of workpieces.
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Laser Technology "Turns" into a Turning Tool
This new technology uses a laser to act as a cutting tool to "turn" parts from solid barstock. This high-speed precision turning machine is especially useful for micromachining, enabling high accuracy for small, complex parts that are often delicate and difficult to machine when implementing conventional turning processes.
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Precision Machining Technology Review: October 2024
Production Machining’s October 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Ceratizit, Kennametal, Mate Precision Techologies, Horn and Mazak.
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Meeting Stringent Cleaning Goals With Modular Ultrasonic System
A knee implant manufacturer implements an advanced cleaning system that meets its tight cleaning requirements, including documenting, validating and tracing the entire cleaning process.
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Seeing Automated Workpiece Measurement in Real Time
User-friendly inspection software for CNC machining centers was shown at IMTS 2024 monitoring measurements between and after machining while performing SPC based on recorded measurement values.
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Innovating Workplace Culture in Precision Machining Companies
The future of machining isn’t just about better equipment — it’s about better cultures. Here are some ideas that can help foster the healthy company culture you desire.
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Production Machining's October 2024 News Highlights
Production Machining’s October 2024 news highlights include new facilities, leadership promotions, manufacturing awards and more.
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A Tooling Workshop That Was Worth a Visit
Marubeni Citizen-Cincom’s tooling and accessory workshop at IMTS 2024 offered a chance to learn more about ancillary devices that can boost machining efficiency and capability.
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First IMTS as SMW Autoblok’s President and CEO
Larry Robbins shares his views about industry trends and goals for continued expansion of the now multifaceted workholding solutions company.
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