Russ Willcutt Former Associate Editor

Medical 18 Nov 2016

Advances in Swiss-Type Technology

R&D efforts in recent years have led to higher efficiencies, increased agility and expanded capabilities for shops performing Swiss-type turning.

Swiss-Types 18 Nov 2016

Metalcutting Fluids Fight Microbial Contamination

Metalcutting fluids have always been vulnerable to microbial contamination, but new formulations address that problem.

15 Nov 2016

What’s the Point of Being Published?

When approached by an editor about collaborating on a feature article, some machine shops are hesitant at first, curious about what the return on their investment of time will be.

14 Nov 2016

A New Source for Cryogenic Tooling

BlueZone cryogenic tooling, designed by 5ME and manufactured and marketed by Star SU, provides benefits including aggressive material removal and increased tool life.

Automation 7 Nov 2016

Lights Out, Machines On

Whether you’re currently involved in lights-out machining or just interested in learning more about the process, this company’s experience will provide useful insights.

Cutting Tools 31 Oct 2016

Video: Micro Insert for Live Tooling on Swiss Lathes

This easy-loading 5-mm I.C. micro insert is designed to run at maximum feed rates and is equipped with fine-pitched densities for high-productivity machining.

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28 Oct 2016

Are You Leaving Money on the Table?

When it comes to pricing your products, be sure to factor in the quality, service and dependability you provide rather than caving too quickly to requests for discounts.

Workforce Development 24 Oct 2016

An Education-Focused Makerspace Offers Modern Day Shop Classes

Vocademy is an education-focused makerspace, providing classes on weekdays and making its machine tools and equipment available to other creative individuals on nights and weekends.

Cutting Tools 17 Oct 2016

Compact Burnishing Tools for Swiss Turning

With a unique design that allows adjustments to be made without removing the tool from the block, these burnishing tools produce exceptional micro-finishes in a variety of workpiece materials.

Parts Cleaning 14 Oct 2016

Filling Bins While the Building is Empty

Over the past decade, technology has advanced to the point that lights-out machining is more seamless than ever before, with built-in safety systems and even the ability to switch from one part to another in the middle of the night.