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Organic molecules help cutting: Drilling Performance

Researchers at Purdue University have come up with a solution for cutting 'gummy' metals Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/organic-molecules-help-cutting/…

Contributor · May 15, 2021

Dress in the front or rear?

The Grinding Doc says there are four factors to consider: stiffness, cycle time, chatter and alignment Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-05-15 CTE…

Contributor · May 15, 2021

Designing metal alloys: Design & Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology research study finds that many alloy combinations previously ruled out as unviable are in fact feasible. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published…

Contributor · April 15, 2021

Taking cutters into their own hands

Frustrated with endmill accuracy, company turns to Anca Inc. to help produce unconventional cutters. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/taking-cutters-their-own-hands/…

Contributor · April 15, 2021

When machining for automotive, pennies and seconds count

Lessons from machining automotive materials can be applied to other industries. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/when-machining-automotive-pennies-and-seconds-count/ Legacy path: /articles/when-machining-automotive-pennies-and-seconds-count

Contributor · April 15, 2021

To-do's for maintaining machines

These six practices really matter for machine maintenance. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/dos-maintaining-machines/ Legacy path: /articles/dos-maintaining-machines

Contributor · April 15, 2021

Underutilizing human potential on floor

With robotic machine tending solutions on a CNC machine shop floor, workers have a better opportunity to contribute to the overall manufacturing process. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on…

Contributor · April 15, 2021

CAM software answers the call

Since 1999 Holmatro Inc. has used Esprit CAM software to manufacture hydraulic rescue equipment for emergency responders. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15…

Contributor · April 15, 2021

Insert issues: Turning Performance

A number of factors should be considered when selecting indexable inserts. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/insert-issues/ Legacy path: /articles/insert-issues

Contributor · April 15, 2021

Lean grinding machine

The GT-610 EZ from Glebar Co. is designed to provide slide motion control and other key ingredients to grinding success at a lower price point. Imported from the CTE archive to seed…

Contributor · April 15, 2021

Vibratory finishing's mass appeal

Deburring parts with vibratory finishing equipment is a cost-saving and more consistent alternative to manual deburring.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15 CTE…

Contributor · April 15, 2021

E-cars: They're coming: General Industry Coverage

The future holds many exciting technological challenges for automotive manufacturing. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-04-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/e-cars-theyre-coming/ Legacy path: /articles/e-cars-theyre-coming

Contributor · April 15, 2021

Building on a beetle: Safety, Standards & Compliance

Being run over by a car is not a near-death experience for a diabolical ironclad beetle. How it survives could inspire the development of materials with the same herculean toughness.n Imported from…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Recovery by the numbers — believe me

Good or bad, up or down, expansion or contraction — CTE reports the numbers that serve as manufacturing's economic indicators. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Partnership boosts productivity: Design & Engineering

Greenleaf and Ohio Crankshaft join forces to enhance throughput when milling locomotive crankshafts Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-03-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/partnership-boosts-productivity/ Legacy…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Stainless takes flight

Machining stainless steel for aerospace applications requires cutting tools that are tough, polished and sharp. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-03-15 CTE source:…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Modular drills provide advantages: Drilling Performance

When producing large holes in aircraft structures made of stacked materials, modular drill heads make a valuable difference Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE:…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Broaching revolution: Turning Performance

Rotary broaching is a timesaving way to cut internal and external part shapes. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-03-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/broaching-revolution/ Legacy…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Machine monitoring goes remote

Machine monitoring can make shop operations more efficient, especially in a pandemic. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-03-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/machine-monitoring-goes-remote/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Maintain productivity when changing tools

The holy grail of tool management is the integration of tool storage, tool data transfer and tool condition monitoring, but many ways exist to keep machines running. Imported from the CTE archive…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Increase feed rate or depth of cut?

The Grinding Doc says it depends on what your biggest issue is: thermal damage, chatter or excessive wheel wear Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Heavy-duty handling: 5-Axis Machining

Hermle AG's new automated HS flex heavy pallet-handling system has what it takes to handle large pallets. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-03-15…

Contributor · March 15, 2021

Developing high-entropy alloys: Research & Innovation

Research team applies artificial intelligence to create high-entropy alloys. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/developing-high-entropy-alloys/ Legacy path: /articles/developing-high-entropy-alloys

Contributor · February 15, 2021

Capto transforms shop's VTLs

The Capto toolholding system provides speed, accuracy and flexibility. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/capto-transforms-shops-vtls/ Legacy path: /articles/capto-transforms-shops-vtls

Contributor · February 15, 2021

Irregular drilling demystified

Special holemaking tools and practices reduce the difficulties presented by challenging surfaces. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2021-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/irregular-drilling-demystified/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · February 15, 2021

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