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Versatile Soft Jaw Introduces One-Size-Fits-All Technology
This soft jaw technology conforms to any part geometry and does not require removal from the machine tool when switching to a new job. It also saves shops setup and machining time, energy, and cost involved in the design and development of creating a custom soft jaw.
WatchAutomated Coolant Management for Multiple CNC Machines
Manual coolant management can be a roadblock that prevents machine shops from running uninterrupted processes or lights-out machining. This automated coolant management system replenishes coolant to multiple CNC machine tools without human intervention.
Read MoreVideo Tech Brief: Dual Thread Whirling on a Swiss-Type CNC Lathe
The dual thread whirling units on Tsugami Swiss-type lathes can produce medical bone screws with two different thread leads in one setup, eliminating the need for single-point threading.
WatchCraftsman Cribsheet No. 101: Audit Certifications
Quality documentation can aid in problem-solving, but only if it is complete.
Read MorePrecision Machining Technology Review November 2021: Workholding
Production Machining’s workholding showcase includes SMW Autoblok, Forkhardt, Mate Precision Technologies, Norgren, Jergens and Platinum Tooling.
Read MoreRecycling Solves the Problem of Expensive Solvent Maintenance
On-site solvent recycling reduces operational cost, lessens waste disposal, improves cleaning quality, minimizes process interruptions and more.
Read MoreVideo Tech Brief: Shrink-Fit Collets Explained
For live-tool lathes, shrink-fit collets can speed setups while offering higher tool clamping forces.
WatchIs 3D Printing in Your Shop or on Your Radar?
Recent shop visits reveal that some machining businesses have added/are considering adding 3D printing equipment, while others are content sending that work — for items such as polymer fixtures and jigs — to outside vendors.
Read MoreProduction Machining’s November 2021 News Highlights
Members of the precision machining industry are looking forward — and back — to support and inspire the future of manufacturing with events, expansions and even interactive digital exhibits.
Read MoreRecruiting for Manufacturing Part 2
Branding? Check. Stories (aka messaging)? Check. Now what should you do with them?
Read MoreVideo Tech Brief: 3D Optical Part Measurement Explained
Oasis Inspection Systems added a rotary stage to its optical measuring units enabling them to perform automated 3D measurement of machined part features.
WatchDoes A Turn-Mill Have to Turn?
Here’s an example of a shop applying innovative probing, tooling and workholding strategies to enable its turn-mill to machine castings complete.
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