Chris Felix

Chris Felix Former Editor-in-Chief

Workholding

Rotary Parts Accumulator

This rotary collection device allows safe parts accumulation from untended bar-fed lathes. It is programmed to index with each part produced, collecting parts without allowing them to collide with one another.

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Lights-Out Benefits

Here are some pointers for working towards successful untended operations.

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Cutting Tools

Skiving Long, Slender Parts with Tight Tolerances

Here's a look at one of the oldest and most efficient methods of screw machine production for parts that are long and slender, with close-diameter tolerances and finishes, or parts that require truly spherical radii.

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Keeping Current Is Critical

On many Web sites, it is hard to distinguish new information from old. On your site, keep the most recent news in the forefront, and eliminate any pages that are no longer relevant.

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Workholding

How's Your Short Game?

Let's review the advantages of spindle-length bar feeders.

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Workholding

Faster Change-Overs Allow Focus On Machining

A creative Midwestern shop shows that its productivity edge runs all the way down to its relationships with vendor partners. With the right clamping and centering device, the company has been able to reduce workpiece change-over times by as much as 50 percent while improving rigidity and precision.

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How's My Site?

Here are strategies for communicating your sales message quickly and effectively on your Web site.

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Material Analysis At The Source

Growing material costs and quality control concerns have increased demand for accurate and fast methods of analyzing alloy composition. X-ray fluorescence (XRF) handheld analyzers allow in-line testing of a variety of materials.

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Medical

Software Bridges Gap For Dental Implant Manufacturer

This dental implant manufacturer has found the right combination of technology and personnel to help implement its changing philosophy rooted in the control of its manufacturing processes.

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Swiss-Types

Swiss Shop Shows Its Value

Open communication, preplanning and quality control go a long way in maximizing the productivity of this company’s Swiss machines.

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Why A Web Site?

Web presence is quickly becoming essential for any business, and the vast majority of companies are realizing it, including your competitors.

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Turning Machines

Endworking Enhances Shaft Manufacturing Process

Because endworking is often considered only as a preliminary step for shaft work typical of the automotive industry, potential productivity gains are being passed by. Newer technology has enabled these machines to handle far more applications.

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