Julia Hider

Julia Hider Senior Editor

CAD/CAM

Mastercam Announces Winners of 2018 'Wildest Parts' Contest

The CAD/CAM software developer holds the contest each year to encourage student participation and interest in manufacturing.

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Additive

Additive Manufacturing in the Turning Shop

Additive manufacturing will not be replacing turning operations any time soon, but the two processes can complement one another.

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Cutting Tools

Giving New Methods of Thread Cutting a Whirl

Two new forms of thread whirling promise to make the thread cutting process more efficient.

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New Initiatives Help Advance NIMS’ Mission

The organization has debuted a new testing platform, as well as pilot programs for CAM and Machine, Maintenance, Service and Repair (MMSR) credentials.

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Slow and Steady Doesn’t Always Win the Race

When it comes to running a business, columnist Matt Kirchner makes a case for rapid growth.

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MFG Day Events Seek to Change Perceptions of Manufacturing

The grassroots movement encourages companies feeling the effects of the skills gap to open their doors to the community and show what modern manufacturing is really like.

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Grinding

10 Tips to Get the Most Out of a Grinding Machine

Following these 10 steps can help grinding shops produce high-quality tools, increase productivity, reduce breakdowns and extend machine life.

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Highlights from IMTS 2018

People and technology were the high points of an overwhelming, but productive and educational trade show.

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Low Unemployment Rates Turn the Tides in Hiring

Low unemployment rates are giving employees the upper hand in hiring. How are they responding, and what can employers do about it? 

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Support Manufacturing Education Programs at IMTS 5K

All participant fees and donations from the Miles for Manufacturing 5K go directly to manufacturing education programs.

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Basics

Webinar Covers Analyzing Costs, Benefits of Transformative Tech

Many companies will be considering investments in equipment that will significantly alter their operations at IMTS 2018. This webinar from Index Traub will cover how to evaluate these technologies, which questions to ask and how to finance such technologies.

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Basics

Learn How to Increase Productivity at IMTS

Exhibitors at the IMTS 2018 Metal Cutting Pavilion will feature smart machining technology including connectivity, automation, process integration and updated controls that can increase productivity.

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