Chris Felix

Chris Felix Former Editor-in-Chief

Teaching Swiss Skills to Apprentices

Joseph Binkert AG, Swiss distributor for 600 Group, recently contributed equipment to the Swiss Skills championships and other training organizations.

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Knowing Where to Buy

Smart purchasing decisions begin with thorough research. Not only knowing what equipment is best suited for your application, but knowing where to shop for that equipment can make the difference between a pleasurable buying experience and a disaster.

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Witzig & Frank Re-Enters U.S. Market

FFG Werke GmbH’s Witzig & Frank brand has renewed its partnership with Hydromat Inc., combining their matching portfolios of high volume metal cutting solutions for the automotive communications, medical, aerospace, plumbing, and general machining industries.

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Cutting Tools

Tooling for Micromachining

Utilization of technological advancements and recognition of unique differences between micro and standard tooling are necessary to succeed in the highly competitive micro manufacturing industry.

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Mazak Unveils iSmart Factory Concept

Yamazaki Mazak headquarters in Aichi, Japan, has recently announced its new Mazak iSmart Factory concept. This dynamic next-generation concept represents Mazak’s all-encompassing manufacturing vision.

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Giving Thanks

Most of us working in manufacturing, particularly here in the U.S., have a lot to be thankful for this year. Here is a list of five things that quickly jump to mind for which I’m thankful in my professional life.

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Another Look at Skiving

Although recognized as one of the oldest and most efficient methods for producing long and slender parts and others on screw machines, skiving is still often avoided because many layout and setup personnel and operators lack sufficient knowledge to successfully apply the process.

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Feeling Accomplished

Happiness does not come from doing easy work, but from the afterglow of satisfaction that comes after the achievement of a difficult task that demanded our best. — Theodore Isaac Rubin

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Parts Cleaning

Maximizing the Ultrasonic Cleaning Process

Ideal for precision cleaning, this process works best when customized to meet the needs of each particular application.

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Enhanced Coverage

Although Production Machining's main focus is on high volume, small turned parts, the ever changing landscape of work in precision turning shops is good reason to include other important technologies.

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ABB Joins UN Network to Promote Energy Efficiency

ABB announced at the UN Climate Summit in New York that it is joining the United Nations Environment Program’s global action on improving appliance and equipment efficiency.

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GF Machining Solutions Celebrates New California Facility

GF Machining Solutions welcomed more than 150 guests, including many city and state officials, at the grand opening of its new Irvine, California, facility on Oct. 9.

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