Chris Felix Former Editor-in-Chief
Manufacturing Comes Full Circle
Seeing the root of the supply chain gives me a deeper appreciation for what our industry does and how we meet the needs of our society.
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Getting the Most from MQL
Here's a broad view of minimum quantity lubrication along with a closer look at using MQL in turning applications.
Read MoreEDM and the Precision Parts Industry
Although EDM often is not at the forefront of concern for precision machined parts shops, it can play a big role in the production of tooling that these shops use.
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MC Machinery Systems Hosts Grand Opening Event
MC Machinery Systems Inc. recently hosted more than 1,000 customers, visitors and team members for the grand opening of its new headquarters.
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VIDEO: Okuma Summer Showcase Event Highlights
Here’s a video with highlights of Okuma America Corp.’s Summer Showcase event, which included educational presentations and cutting demos on more than 15 machine tools.
WatchUpdated CAM Interface for Both New and Long-Time Users
As younger generations have moved through the manufacturing shop, they have demonstrated different perspectives on how to best interact with software systems. This CAM system has a newly enhanced interface designed with these concerns in mind.
Read MoreStaying Ahead of the Curve in Technology
The ways social media strategies are applied are still developing, and as such, we are learning as we go.
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Finding Efficiency with Swiss
Swiss machining can bring many advantages in the right applications. Learn about one Ohio shop that has found ways to blend the production advantages these machines bring into a smooth workflow by machining parts complete in a single handling.
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Schunk USA to Expand Headquarters
Schunk USA recently held a ground-breaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction for the expansion of its U.S. headquarters in Morrisville, North Carolina. The expansion will more than double the size of the existing facilities.
Read MoreThe Advantages of Hand Scraping
On my recent trip to Taiwan, almost every one of the machine tool builders we visited made a point to demonstrate to us that they still highly value the art of hand scraping. Learn more about the benefits this process brings.
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Siemens Expands Tech Center
Siemens recently cut the ribbon to its expanded Technical Application Center in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. For training purposes, the facility offers three milling machines, a turning center, and other workstations, as well as two classrooms.
Read MoreIt's Hot, but Cool - A Tour of Taiwanese Machine Tool Manufacturers
Here's a personal look at several machine tool manufacturers in Taiwan, based on a tour sponsored by TAITRA.
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