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Video: Tool Balance is Critical for High-Speed Machining
High-speed machining requires balanced tools in order to reach maximum speeds. This balancing machine is simple to set up and highly flexible, according to your machine shop’s configuration.
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Grinding—Really?
Working with Allways Precision, a systems integrator from Chicago, this shop is now able to produce motor drive shafts for one of its customers using a fully automated, robot tended cell. It’s working beautifully.
WatchAdd B Axis to the ‘A’ List
Since the B axis is capable of moving in an arbitrary five-axis plane rather than being restricted to the traditional live tool motions where a milling cutter can be positioned axially or radially to either the diameter or the face of the part, complex part machining can greatly benefit from a B axis.
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Beyond One and Done
Rotary transfer machining is one proven solution for high volume machining. Today’s CNC rotary transfer machines provide more than “set it and forget it” production; they are flexible enough for high mix and low volume production demands.
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Video: Minimize Insert Wear with New Grades
Seco’s new series of Duratomic inserts featuring Edge Intelligence technology help decrease tool wear while covering the gamut of steel turning applications.
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Energy-Efficient Machine Tool Technologies for Any Size Shop
Recognizing that advanced machine tool technology can be used as a highly effective energy-saving tactic, Okuma offers ECO Suite to reduce power consumption.
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Flexible Automation on a VMC
Robot loading and unloading of the workholding that is used in the machining center facilitates the ability to change jobs during an unattended run.
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Convenient Robot Training
This training consists of course modules that are self-paced, with videos, interactive simulations and practice exercises that enrich the virtual learning environment.
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Orders of Magnitude: Key to Process Problem Solving
If you have an intermittent or periodic problem, start counting frequency of occurrence, and then figure out what the order of magnitude is compared with your process.
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PMPA Members Receive Special Savings at Granger
Use your Precision Machined Products Association membership today and take advantage of product discounts and benefits.
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Training the Next Generation: Machining a Great Career Choice– Matt Schowalter of Machiningcareer.com
Mr. Schowalter offers great advice to those interested in having a career in manufacturing.
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MecWash Systems Finds Success in High-Quality Cleaning Standards, Environmental Conservation
For customers who demand the highest levels of cleanliness for their components, few companies are more sought after than MecWash Systems.
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