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Strengthening Manufacturing Workplaces Through Active Listening
A good strategy to weather the storms of manufacturing market upheavals and unpredictable factors is to commit to continuous, active employee listening.
Read MorePrecision Machining Technology Review October 2023
Production Machining’s October 2023 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Tungaloy-NTK America Inc., Renishaw, Walter USA, Seco Tools and Haimer USA.
Read MoreAutomated Inspection Transforms Medical Manufacturer’s Quality Control
Manual steps for part inspection have been eliminated with a new CMM process using more advanced software and strategies such as using a combined scanning/touch-trigger probe.
Read MoreGardner Business Index: Precision Machining September 2023
Precision Machining activity contracted at an accelerated rate again in September.
Read MoreAutomating Cutting Fluid Management
Automation can amplify the benefits of cutting fluid management while reducing the maintenance burden on shopfloor employees.
Read MoreProduction Machining's October 2023 News Highlights
Production Machining’s October 2023 news highlights include new partnerships, acquisitions and services.
Read MoreVideo Tech Brief: Anatomy of a Robust, High-Production Swiss-Type Lathe
This Swiss-type is equipped with a total of 52 tools, including a 40-tool magazine, 10 tools on the back tool post, and an optional 2 tools on the deep hole drill holder.
WatchDoes the Used Equipment You’re Buying Have a Lien on it?
When purchasing any type of used business equipment, including machine tools, make sure the seller is allowed to sell it in the first place.
Read MoreSlings — Critical Infrastructure in Your Shop
Safe sling use is critical for a safe work environment.
Read MoreUsing the Toolchanger to Automate Production
Taking advantage of a feature that’s already on the machine tool, Lang’s Haubex system uses the toolchanger to move and store parts, making it an easy-to-use and cost-effective automation solution.
WatchCraftsman Cribsheet No. 119: Defeating the Hanging Cross-Hole Burr
Deburring is a tedious task that is better left to machines.
Read MoreTaking Someone to TASC
This special automation issue of Production Machining is timed perfectly with the debut of The Automated Shop Conference held this month in Novi, Michigan.
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