General Manufacturing Discussion

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Make your first cuts count

Get processes off to a strong start with effective, up-to-date sawing. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/make-your-first-cuts-count/ Legacy path: /articles/make-your-first-cuts-count

Contributor · August 15, 2022

Chip muncher: Turning Performance

The MunchMan by Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions takes an aggressive approach to chip conveying and eliminating the dreaded bird's nest. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally…

Contributor · August 15, 2022

Salary Survey: Metalworkers make bank

Cutting Tool Engineering's 2022 Benefits and Salary Survey reveals across-the-board income gains for metalworking professionals.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-08-15 CTE source:…

Contributor · August 15, 2022

Manufacturer turns to the cloud

CNC monitoring system provides company with a "smarter" way to collect, analyze and visualize performance metrics. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15 CTE…

Contributor · July 15, 2022

The zenith of boring: Digitalization & Industry 4.0

The future of boring is automated. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/zenith-boring/ Legacy path: /articles/zenith-boring

Contributor · July 15, 2022

Tackling the big stuff: Workforce Development & Training

A Chicago job shop uses skilled workers and proper equipment to machine large, heavy parts. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15 CTE source:…

Contributor · July 15, 2022

'Machining' with a microscope

Scientists used an electron beam for precision machining of nanoscale materials. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/machining-microscope/ Legacy path: /articles/machining-microscope

Contributor · July 15, 2022

Grinding with a taper

The Grinding Doc shares a technique that can reduce roughing times from eight hours to 45 minutes with no increased risk of burn Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on…

Contributor · July 15, 2022

The challenge of threading: Safety, Standards & Compliance

When done right, threading is very satisfying. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/challenge-threading/ Legacy path: /articles/challenge-threading

Contributor · July 15, 2022

Preset for success

Tool presetters boost machine uptime and offer other big benefits. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/preset-success/ Legacy path: /articles/preset-success

Contributor · July 15, 2022

Monitoring system lightens up: Turning Performance

With its BLÚ LT modular system, Marposs scales down its high-end offering for applications requiring less complexity.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-07-15…

Contributor · July 15, 2022

Countering counterfeits

Using lasers to mark parts can reduce damage done by counterfeiters. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/countering-counterfeits/ Legacy path: /articles/countering-counterfeits

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Toolholders help shop's reputation

Rego-Fix's powRgrip allows Symmetrix Composite Tooling to confidently run parts overnight or longer. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/toolholders-help-shops-reputation/ Legacy…

Contributor · June 15, 2022

The Cost of Counterfeit Parts in Manufacturing

Using lasers to mark parts can reduce damage done by counterfeiters. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/counterfeit-parts-manufacturing-impact/ Legacy path: /articles/counterfeit-parts-manufacturing-impact

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Lightweight and stronger than steel

MIT engineers have created a new two-dimensional polymer that self-assembles into sheets Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/lightweight-and-stronger-steel/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · June 15, 2022

8 benefits of standardized robots

Standardized robotic systems allow shop owners to sleep peacefully, knowing they have invested in a system specifically designed for CNC machining Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally…

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Multipurpose mills

General-purpose endmills often fit the bill at high-mix, low-volume shops. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/multipurpose-mills/ Legacy path: /articles/multipurpose-mills

Contributor · June 15, 2022

We can rebuild it: Turning Performance

There are different reasons for rebuilding rather than replacing machines. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/we-can-rebuild-it/ Legacy path: /articles/we-can-rebuild-it

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Integrating technology at a shop

Growing Massachusetts machine shop uses Datanomix software to maximize output of current facility. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/integrating-technology-shop/ Legacy…

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Keep it clean and green

Chip handling systems provide "green" benefits to the profitability of a company and its environmental stewardship.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-06-15 CTE…

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Mazak upgrades VMC: Medical Manufacturing

The Variaxis i-800 NEO VMC offers an improved CNC, shorter cycle times, increased workpiece capacities and more automation options. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…

Contributor · June 15, 2022

Fired up for safety: Safety, Standards & Compliance

Fire suppression systems keep CNC machines and shops safe from costly fire damage.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/fired-safety/ Legacy…

Contributor · May 15, 2022

Shape-shifting ceramics: Medical Manufacturing

Ceramic materials discovery could improve everything from medical devices to electronics. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/shape-shifting-ceramics/ Legacy path: /articles/shape-shifting-ceramics

Contributor · May 15, 2022

Statistical process control: Inspection Efficiency

Statistical means of measuring and controlling quality can play a role in inspecting parts. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/statistical-process-control/…

Contributor · May 15, 2022

Firm fluid grip: Design & Engineering

As a workholding option, hydraulic technology has a number of attractions — and a few important downsides. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2022-05-15…

Contributor · May 15, 2022

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