Measurement
In-Process Thread Inspection
A supplier that cannot guarantee thread quality can be hit with thousands of dollars in penalties and risks a strained relationship.
Read MoreSorting And Inspection...At What Cost?
Suppliers are feeling the heat to achieve zero defects PPM. Old methods are giving way to automated systems. Here’s a look at how lasers are leading the way.
Read MoreLaser Micrometer Measures Parts In Process
Much buzz around the industry is focused on how best to apply CNC in multispindle screw machine shops. Some advocate total commitment to the technology, while others believe a mixture of mechanical and electronic actuation is the ticket. We visited multi-spindle builder Euroturn to see how it decides what an appropriate level of CNC and mechanical actuation is.
Read MoreShop Floor Alloy Analyzer: Material ID On The Fly
Part designers love to look through various material specification tables and charts to find an alloy that is 'just right' for a given application. While that works fine for designers, the myriad of alloy options available can wreak havoc in the shop charged with making the parts.
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