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Grinding 13 Jan 2022

Making Tribological Improvements to Bore Surfaces

A new “mechano-chemical” process that impregnates tungsten into the surface of honed bores at a nano level improves wear resistance while reducing friction between mating components.

Parts Cleaning 11 Jan 2022

Economic Indicators

Miles Free III shares economic indicators that have the closest correlation to the PMPA Index.

Basics 7 Jan 2022

5 Things to Know About Replacing nPB in an Industrial Cleaning Process

Many of the nPB replacement cleaning fluids provide consistent cleaning quality, cost savings and better throughput. Plus, they have better toxicity profiles, making them safer for people and the environment.

PMTS 6 Jan 2022

PM’s Top 10 Online Articles of 2021

Last year, our magazine introduced readers to a range of technology and practices that precision CNC machine shops are applying or should consider applying. Here are the ones that got the most online eyeballs.

3 Jan 2022

Choose Your Favorite PM Cover Shot: Win Some PM Swag

Production Machining magazine had some interesting — possibly atypical — cover imagery last year. Chime in to let us know which one was your favorite for a chance to win some free PM gear.

How to Get More Efficient Production from Swiss-Type and Multitasking Machines

SolidCAM for multi-axis Swiss type and multitasking machines provides a very efficient CAM programming process, generating optimal and safe Mill-Turn programs, with dramatically improved milling tool life.

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31 Dec 2021

5 Ways to Sway Youth Toward a Career in Manufacturing

To attract youth to manufacturing, industry corporations must battle against misconceptions and do their part to help the community understand the significance and goodness of this sector’s workforce.

Parts Cleaning 30 Dec 2021

Rinsing and Drying Cycles are Just as Critical as Cleaning Cycles

In addition to the actual cleaning technology, a critical cleaning process must also use suitable chemicals to ensure high-quality rinsing and drying processes.

Measurement 28 Dec 2021

Precision Laser Measuring in a Grinding Machine

This laser measurement technology inside a grinding machine presents numerous advantages including noncontact, multiple-diameter measurement with no mechanical setup required.