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Prototyping picks up speed with metal 3D printing

Today's metal powder bed printers make it possible to produce prototype and low-volume production parts from various metals. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE:…

Contributor · September 15, 2019

Grinding gets smart

A builder of grinding machines is adding digital services to improve product performance. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/grinding-gets-smart/ Legacy…

Contributor · September 15, 2019

Easing the grind: Medical Manufacturing

Having a tool and cutter grinder in a machine shop provides multiple advantages. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/easing-grind/ Legacy…

Contributor · September 15, 2019

Where is your career headed?

We should always be willing to listen and learn from others no matter their position. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-09-15 CTE source:…

Contributor · September 15, 2019

When the team has your back

Employees who professionally represented the company are an asset to your business. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/when-team-has-your-back/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · September 15, 2019

Motivation for automation

Two new automation systems can save shops money by reducing machine-loading labor. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/motivation-automation/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · September 15, 2019

Work cells work: Drilling Performance

Cellular manufacturing steadily permeates the metalworking world Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/work-cells-work/ Legacy path: /articles/work-cells-work

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Swiss-style CNC lathes gaining popularity

Machine shops enjoy additional opportunities with sliding headstock lathes. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/swiss-style-cnc-lathes-gaining-popularity/ Legacy path: /articles/swiss-style-cnc-lathes-gaining-popularity

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Working hard to avoid workhardening

Thread milling nickel-base superalloys requires minimizing workhardening. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/working-hard-avoid-workhardening/ Legacy path: /articles/working-hard-avoid-workhardening

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Instead of breaking a saw blade, break it in

'A blade that is not broken in will likely only last about an hour. A properly broke-in blade should last 100 to 150 hours.' Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Cylindrical die thread rolling is quick and economical

The process is suitable for making a variety of everyday products, achieving fast, economical production when metalcutting machining just doesn't cut it. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis.…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Boosting production capacity with 'brobots'

Company finds human and robot collaboration reduces costs and increased machine uptime. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/boosting-production-capacity-brobots/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Ceratizit SA hopes to change the turning process

Company's High Dynamic Turning and FreeTurn tools promise full range of motion. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/ceratizit-sa-hopes-change-turning-process/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Gradual versus incremental cross-feed: Design & Engineering

The Grinding Doc shares why he is not a fan of gradual cross-feed. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/gradual-versus-incremental-cross-feed/ Legacy…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Reduce lead times with Esprit

DP Technology's CAM software allows job shop to load the code, set the tools and go. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15 CTE…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

A tool-setting blue light special

The NC4+ Blue on-machine tool-setting system is the first of its kind to feature a blue laser. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-08-15…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Friends, employees don't mix

As a machine shop owner or manager, it's wise to stay out of the personal lives of employees. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE:…

Contributor · August 15, 2019

Part manufacturer seeks to oust weak machining link

Rotary broach that lasts for 1,000 parts helps company enable lights-out machining. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/part-manufacturer-seeks-oust-weak-machining-link/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Make a name for your company with community involvement

You can't say yes to every request but volunteering your time can be good for business. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Boring: Calculating deflection: Turning Performance

Eliminating chatter, especially when boring deep holes, is one of the greatest machining challenges. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/boring-calculating-deflection/…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Inside the impact of inserts

CNC machines loaded with indexable tools are the foundation of modern machining. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/inside-impact-inserts/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Turn out the lights on wire EDMing

Of all machining processes, wire EDMing is perhaps best suited for lights-out manufacturing with one exception, slugs. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Company benefits or lack thereof

Columnist Michael Deren compares company benefits. How does yours stack up? Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/company-benefits-or-lack-thereof/ Legacy path: /articles/company-benefits-or-lack-thereof

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Unorthodox machining odds and ends

Try these tips from machinist and moldmaker James Harvey in your shop. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/unorthodox-machining-odds-and-ends/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

Spindle sensor enhances safety: Safety, Standards & Compliance

B-Safe from Balance Systems detects collisions during machining, preventing damage to parts and machine. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-07-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/spindle-sensor-enhances-safety/…

Contributor · July 15, 2019

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