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August Reflects Fifth Month of Contraction
Material prices decreased for the second month in a row.
Read MoreShops Continue to Expand Capabilities
In our August issue we visited a shop that has added grinding machines to its Swiss operations to further facilitate its production processes. What’s cooler is the automation added to these grinding operations.
Read MorePopular Heat Treat Colors for Steel Chart is Back
My “Temper Colors for Steel Chart” post remains very popular, so I thought I'd repost the chart illustrating the heat treat colors for steel.
Read MoreSeven World Premiers Highlighted at Innovation Days Event in Japan
During DMG MORI's “Innovation Days” event July 22-25 in Japan, the company showcased 58 machine tools in its newly renovated Iga Global Solution Center, which boasts 3,500 m2 (37,674 ft.2) of floor space.
Read MoreUnited Grinding to Host Technology Event
Manufacturers in search of the latest grinding technology, techniques and turnkey solutions to increase their competitive advantage might want to take a look at the United Grinding Universe Event, taking place September 16 and 17 at the company's North American headquarters in Miamisburg, Ohio.
Read MoreA Story of Growth and Innovation during Hard Times
Two sisters successfully carry on their father’s business during the Great Recession.
Read MoreCauses of Part Length Variation on Screw Machine Parts
There are many different ways part length can vary when using a cut-off tool on multi-spindle automatic screw machines.
Read MoreRack 'em Up
A new version of Delcam’s inspection software makes it easier to complete fast and accurate inspection of complex assemblies.
Read MoreOkuma Launches Industry Parts Viewer
The company's interactive Industry Parts Viewer provides users with a view of assemblies and parts from the automotive, aerospace, and oil and energy industries.
Read MoreSee How You Stack Up
An Executive Summary of the 2015 Top Shops benchmarking survey results is now available online. Find out how you rate against industry leaders.
Read MoreManufacturing Talent
Currently, Horn has 60 apprentices training at the company’s training center. Each year the group is increased by 15 young people to cover attrition.
Read MoreWhen Thread Milling Makes Sense
Threading a workpiece is a fundamental metalworking process that every manufacturing engineer takes for granted.
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