Chris Felix Former Editor-in-Chief
Insertable Form Drill System for Maximum Efficiency
In many applications, the switch from solid carbide drills to insertable form drills has shown to provide unit cost reductions of as much as 40 percent. As the demand for highly complex parts continues to rise, production improvements such as these become even more significant.
Read MoreSocial Media Can Help the Small Manufacturer
More and more professionals and company representatives are using social media to promote their organizations and keep regular communication with their customers and prospects.
Read MoreWaste Not, Want Not
With the tough economic environment we've all faced these past few years, most businesses (at least those that have continued to find success) have dug deep into every area of their operation to find as many ways as possible to optimize their processes. Some of these areas may have been running the same way for decades, without any consideration given to make a change.
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Laser Workstation for High-Precision Markings and Engravings
Marking can play a key role in tracking and traceability of parts in both the production process and in customer applications. While a number of different marking methods are used, like any other operation, the focus often needs to be not only on efficiency and effectiveness, but also on precision.
Read MoreValue-Added Inspection
Few in a production turning environment would argue the fact that, generally speaking, the need for better accuracies has steadily risen right along side increased workpiece complexity. But verifying these accuracies is still often a tough pill to swallow, considering the non-value-added nature of inspection.
Read MoreA Wealth of Information
Sometimes taking a break from the shop and getting away from the everyday grind can do a lot of good.
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Investing in a Computerized Maintenance Management System
A computerized maintenance management system is a valuable tool to help automate preventive maintenance schedules on operational equipment.
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Mist and Smoke Collectors for Metalworking Applications
While many companies are aware of the traditional problems associated with oil mist, few are aware that failure to adequately address mist and smoke issues often results in reduced productivity and increased machine downtime.
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3D Monitoring and Part Verification
Using verification software provided by its machine tool supplier, this shop proves out parts well before any cutting takes place.
Read MoreAdvantages of Remote Troubleshooting
Read how remote diagnostics can allow a technician to troubleshoot a machine's issues or refine part programs from anywhere.
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Five Options for Higher Productivity
Today’s market is more competitive and time-driven than ever, and seemingly small workflow improvements can often result in huge gains in the medium and long term. Accuracy and throughput can be greatly increased simply by choosing the best tool for the job.
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Applying Technology to Save Lives
Given the number of tragic news stories we’ve already heard this early in the year, I thought I’d turn the tables and revisit one of the most incredible positive stories of 2010. On October 13, the last of the 33 Chilean miners who were trapped 2,067 feet underground for more than 2 months, was rescued.
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