Lori Beckman

Lori Beckman Executive Editor

Multitask for Gear Cutting

Using a multitasking machine is an efficient way to complete gear cutting processes all on one machine.

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Seco Tools Makes Tool Donation to Training Centers and Schools

The selection of tools included a variety of high quality solid carbide, high-speed steel and cobalt end mills used for milling operations.

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Video Series Demonstrates Gun Part Manufacturing

Videos show various firearms cut with high-speed precision on Okuma machining centers and a horizontal lathe.

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Proper Fluid Management Improves Longevity, Part Quality

Basic maintenance practices listed here can improve a fluid’s longevity, shop environment and part quality.

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Oktoberfest Draws Attention to Rotary Transfer and Turn-Mill Technology

The latest rotary transfer technology and mill-turn centers as well as German food, beer, live music from a German heritage band are all under one roof.

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Automation

Increasing Demand Calls for Automation

This company explored automated processes with a robot they previously purchased but had yet to use.

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Measurement

Getting to the Point of Stylus for Measurement

Probe applications for machine tools and measurement systems come in many varieties.

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Turning Machines

Multi-Spindle to Multitasking: A Journey in Productivity

After switching from its outdated multi-spindle machines to multitasking turn-mill centers, this company immediately began reaping the rewards of productivity and throughput increases as well as cost reductions.

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Facebook, Millennials in Manufacturing and Video

While millennials are being hired in our workforce, it’s important to attract and keep their interest in the metalworking industry. Using social media is one way to get their attention, and so we introduce PM’s Facebook page.

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Organization Wins Grant for Educating Women in the Manufacturing Field

Women in Manufacturing will use grant for continuing education opportunities for women in the industry.

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When our Eyes Deceive Us, We can Rely on Superfinishing

Superfinishing, or microfinishing, is a secondary operation that follows grinding or hard turning operations as a last surface preparation operation.

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3D Printing Website Focuses on Industrial Applications Related to Functional Parts

This new website, updated multiple times per week, reports on the promise of additive manufacturing as well as the pitfalls.

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