Taking a data RISC: Design & Engineering
The VB53α VMC from OKK USA Corp. offers a variety of features aimed at minimizing vibration and maximizing accuracy. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…
General Manufacturing Discussion
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Developing a million-hole drill: Supply Chain & Logistics
Company turns to United Grinding for a machine that has both grinding and EDMing capabilities.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE source:…
Making an eco-friendly industrial compound
Without needing high temperatures or toxic catalysts, scientists in Japan have developed a chemical reaction that produces high yields of a compound used in a wide variety of industries. Imported from the…
Tool presetting truth
Reducing time spent setting tools can increase profits. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/tool-presetting-truth/ Legacy path: /articles/tool-presetting-truth
Surface grinding large plates
The Grinding Doc lists to-do items for improving 'ugly' grinding process. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/surface-grinding-large-plates/ Legacy path: /articles/surface-grinding-large-plates
Give threading a whirl: Medical Machining
Thread whirling is a productive way to quickly make certain thread forms. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/give-threading-whirl/ Legacy path:…
Boring: Never dull start to finish
Finishing boring processes with the right tools boosts accuracy and surface quality. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/boring-never-dull-start-finish/ Legacy path:…
The skyline's the limit for this grinder
The ShapeSmart model NP50 is a five-axis "pinch/peel" grinding machine from Rollomatic that features unique technology for turning out nonround parts. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally…
A shot in the arm
Business may not be back to pre-pandemic levels across the board, but the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute's spring meeting and the latest economic indicators are a welcome shot in the arm for…
Monitoring microdrill wear and breakage
Know what's actually happening at the cutting edge with the WattPilote monitoring system from Digital Way Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE…
Know how to scale down
Effective holemaking with microdrills requires a well-adjusted approach, especially for chip evacuation. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/know-how-scale-down/ Legacy path:…
Fixturing a big ring: Turning Performance
Part manufacturer seeks solution to effectively hold a large workpiece on a vertical machining center. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE source:…
Making turbines more efficient: Trade Shows & Events
Scientists in Japan study metals with niobium silicide in hopes of developing more high-tolerant turbine components. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE…
All about aluminum
Aluminum is light, clean and easily machined, which is why machinists enjoy working with it. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE source:…
Moldmaking multitasking
Modern moldmaking must be efficient. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/moldmaking-multitasking/ Legacy path: /articles/moldmaking-multitasking
Training on demand
Online training offers an alternative, as well as complementary, way to learn machining and programming. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE source:…
Part marking 'on the fly'
Automated laser marking keeps part production moving. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/part-marking-fly/ Legacy path: /articles/part-marking-fly
Maximize existing resources: Testing & Quality Assurance
Robot integrations help manufacturers see what's really happening on the shop floor. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/maximize-existing-resources/ Legacy path:…
Safe in the JetCam nest
Company finds stable and consistent solution for all of its machines with JetCAM Expert nesting software Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE…
Turning on a budget
Hobbyists and professionals looking for an economical option for machining small parts can turn to Palmgren Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-06-15 CTE…
EDMing pros outweigh the cons
When electrical discharge machining is required, the disadvantages don't mean a thing. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/edming-pros-outweigh-cons/ Legacy path:…
5 reasons to upgrade to vit-CBN
Advice is given for switching from conventional vitrified grinding wheels to vitrified CBN when cylindrical grinding. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE…
Inspection systems get friendly
Tool inspection and measurement systems are more capable and easier to use than ever. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/inspection-systems-get-friendly/…
Keep machines running with modular workholders
Modular, quick-change workholders suit the requirements for low-volume, high-mix parts manufacturing. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/keep-machines-running-modular-workholders/ Legacy path: /articles/keep-machines-running-modular-workholders
Lathes to watch: Drilling Performance
Two state-of-the-art Swiss-style lathes from Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Inc. are capable of precise cutting. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/lathes-watch/ Legacy…