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Vertical Indexing Machine Produces Fittings With Greater Accuracy
This high production indexing machine is said to be able to produce a family of tees and elbows from a variety of materials with holes ranging in size up to ¾ inch NPT in mild steel.
Read MoreCutting The Cost Of Casting With CAM System
About the time this company's products were getting more complex, they undertook a major re-engineering process directed at increasing productivity. CAM software played a big role in achieve their objectives.
Read MoreBoosting Multi-Spindle Productivity
Here's a look at some of the ways Delta Faucet is taking advantage of off-the-shelf technology to improve multi-spindle screw machining productivity.
Read MoreToday's Precision Stainless Machining Bars
In many cases, the raw material being used is a weak link in the screw machining process.
Read MoreContinuous Cleaning System For Machined Parts
Virtually all precision machined part manufacturers require a method of cleaning their parts prior to shipment to their customers. And because many machine shops cut with oil, parts cleaning is usually a complicated multi-step process.
Read MoreBar Loader Boosts Uptime For Multispindles
This shop prides itself in being the sole supplier to "virtually all" of its customers. It designs a manufacturing process for every job, bringing to bear an array of precision turning equipment.
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The Long And Short Of Bar Feeder Selection
For many shops, the decision comes down to a 4- or 12-foot-capacity magazine-style bar feeder. Here are some guidelines for choosing between them.
Read MoreRight Barfeed For The Job
In today's competitive market, customers demand products that are better, less expensive and delivered faster. This, of course, means manufacturers constantly struggle to improve both productivity and product quality.
Read MoreThe Steel Issue
Forces are in motion that will have consequences for U.S. steel users, as well as producers. How will they respond?
Read MoreOnline HR Management Service
The PMPA Human Resources Committee is offering its long-awaited Human Resource Information&Management System to PMPA members beginning summer 2001 via a password protected, secure Web site.
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A Formula For Success: Refocus, Size Down, Add Value
This cold former uses high production rotary transfer machines for value added machining. It's a very successful one/two combination.
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Setting Up An Aqueous Part-Cleaning System
The end user must establish some rules that will guide aqueous cleaning equipment selection and system design. Several baseline factors must be defined by the end user before the cleaning system's parameters can be specified.
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