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Clean Parts Immediately for Improved Efficiency
Immediately after machining, immerse large parts in mineral spirits or clean them in a small aqueous parts washer.
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Masters of the Small Hole
Hole making is considered the most frequently performed metalworking operation. Hole making on a micro level, say 0.010 inch and smaller, is where it gets interesting. This shop is very good at making small holes.
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PMPA Member PFI Precision Machining Finds Success in Equipment Investment and Employee Training
PFI invests heavily in its equipment and offers screw machining, CNC machining, Swiss turning and multi-spindle turning processes. The company focuses on manufacturing a myriad of high precision parts, including sensor components, solenoid components, valve seats, inserts for molded parts, fittings, assemblies and brackets.
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Top Posts from 2018
Here’s quick access to the 10 most popular Production Machining blog posts from 2018. Maybe you missed something that could have a significant impact on your business.
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Hexagon Forms Production Software Business
Vero Software, FASys and Spring Technologies will adopt Hexagon’s corporate identity.
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PMI Decelerates During Final Weeks of 2018
Multiple components report contracting values at the close of the year.
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Improving Process Efficiency with Metalworking Fluids
Using the right oils, coolants and lubricants can help a shop optimize machining processes, but there are many factors to weigh when choosing metalworking fluids.
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Methods Holds Ribbon Cutting at New Memphis Tech Center
Methods Machine Tools Inc. recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to announce the opening of its new 7,000-sq.-ft. technology center in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Three 15-Minute Activities for Succession Planning
Has your company begun the process of succession planning? If not, this article offers a starting point. If your company has started discussing the process, the article helps gauge your progress.
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VIDEO: Automotive Industry Update and Outlook
Gardner Intelligence's Chief Economist Michael Guckes discusses the impact that recent events such as the tariffs and rising interest rate are having on the automotive industry in this video.
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Report Reviews Trends Impacting U.S. Manufacturing
Survey data shows the value American manufacturers place on ERP in managing the impact of tariffs. The research also shows that manufacturer optimism in the current administration’s regulation plans has declined.
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Sunnen Establishes Direct Sales Operations in Canada
Beginning January 1, all Canadian orders and service requests will be handled directly by Canadian sales representatives and technical personnel.
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