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Video Tech Brief: “Doubling Down” on B-Axis Capability in a Swiss-Type
This Swiss-type lathe has two programmable B-axis units and the capacity for two individual thread whirling units.
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Video: Using AR for Remote Machine Tool Troubleshooting
Augmented reality can enable service engineers to help machine shops identify and possibly remedy issues with their machines remotely, perhaps eliminating the time and cost of an on-site diagnostic and maintenance visit.
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Evaluating Your CMMC Options
There are various ways machine shops that serve the military/defense industry can achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. Here are a few to consider.
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Video Tech Brief: Bar Feeder Technology Optimized for Swiss-Types
This bar feeder design is said to offer high guidance quality with minimum vibration and noise development for sliding-headstock machines.
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Swiss Rejuvenation Doubles Shop Productivity
As he progressed to CNC Swiss lead and later to his current position as CNC Swiss production supervisor, Darrin Baker helped the Swiss department at Liberty Precision double its productivity, according to his nominator.
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Seeing Multitasking, Automation and Digitalization at Index’s 2023 Open House
A mini trade show of sorts, the event held earlier this year in Germany offered an opportunity to see the machine tool builder’s equipment in action as well as take tours of its various manufacturing plants.
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Lessons from a Machine Shop Literally on the Move
This Ohio shop relocated its CNC division to a building less than a mile from its headquarters. Reflecting on this successful move, management shares its story and some wisdom about what it learned from the experience.
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‘Twas the Season for Equipment Manufacturer Open Houses
I’ve recently traveled to Germany three times to attend four separate manufacturer open houses. Here’s a taste of what I’ve seen.
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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 118: Put A Little Shine In Your Day
A few hours of preventive maintenance time now will save you an order of magnitude in downtime later by getting ahead of problems.
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Emerging Leader's Tactical Expertise Shines During Move
Over the past year, Mike Gresen has led his team through the process of opening a new Benchmark Electronics location without interrupting supply to customers and within the company budget, shutting down production for only three business days.
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Roles of Women in Manufacturing Series: Manufacturing Shop Owners — Adria Bagshaw and Tanya DiSalvo
Two women share their journeys to ownership and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing.
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Video Tech Brief: Swiss-type Lathe Features High-Damping Composite Casting
A rigid casting design and chip control technology are among the various benefits of this Swiss-type lathe.
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