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Automation

Precision Machining Technology Review June 2023: Automation & Robots

Production Machining’s June 2023 showcase includes some of the latest automation technology from LNS, Midaco, Lexair, New Scale Robotics and Euroline.

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Cutting Tools

Cutting Tool Considerations for Hydraulic Port Machining

Indexable insert cutting tools can boost the efficiency of port machining processes by creating multiple features in a single operation.

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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining May 2023

The Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining May 2023 indicates components expanding and contracting nearly evenly split.

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Production Machining’s June 2023 News Highlights

Production Machining’s June 2023 news highlights include a motorsports partnership, company acquisition, supply chain partnership, new technical center and leadership, as well as a helpful materials guide.

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Additive

Adding Additive Manufacturing to a CNC Machine Shop

With many types of metal and polymer 3D printing methods available, it might be difficult to identify the type that could be best implemented in your shop. Here is a rundown of these 3D printing processes along with how each can be used together effectively in a CNC machine shop.

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PMTS

The People Part of PMTS

The Precision Machining Technology Show is a great example of discovering ways shopfloor employees can become more efficient, thereby helping shops become more profitable.

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PMPA

Cold-Drawn Steel Barstock: How It Is Manufactured, Benefits to Your Shop

Understanding the benefits provided by cold-drawn steel barstock can help you optimize the work you quote by maximizing benefits to your manufacturing process and customer. 

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PMPA

Craftsman Cribsheet No.115: Paint Your Edge to Gain an Edge!

Kindergarten skills for the shop. Do you color your inserts?

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PMPA

Roles of Women in Manufacturing Series: Human Resources — Brenda Diehl and Diane Ferrera

Two women share their journeys to manufacturing and human resources, and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing. 

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How Incredible Machining Companies Predict the Future

An Incredible Precision Machining company measures its future business performance in real-time, using complex algorithms, predictive analytics, smart technology and leveraging artificial intelligence and machining learning.

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Automation

Zoller Event Shines Lights on Shopfloor Connectivity

The company’s open house event highlighted smart manufacturing solutions from CAM to part.

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PMPA

Markets Served — Who Knew?

PMPA members shared the markets they served in 2022. The top 5 may surprise you.

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