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Engineer-Speak: Inspection Efficiency

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing defines part geometry—and you should already know that. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-10-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/engineer-speak/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · October 15, 2016

Seco Machine on the right track

Manufacturer Seco Machine primarily serves the railroad industry while seeking to diversify. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-10-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/seco-machine-right-track/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · October 15, 2016

Finite element analysis in the supply chain

As component design optimization tasks flow down the supply chain, finite element analysis programs proliferate. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-10-15 CTE source:…

Contributor · October 15, 2016

Navigating customer portals: People & Companies

Internet portals won't transport you into the future—but your company will likely be using them soon if it is not already. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally…

Contributor · October 15, 2016

Pros and cons of indexable tools

The single most significant benefit offered by indexable tools is the ability to renew the cutting edge without having to remove the cutting tool from production. Imported from the CTE archive to…

Contributor · October 15, 2016

Conversational programming for 5-axis machines

Five-axis programming is difficult, requires an expensive CAM system and an even more-expensive programmer to sit in front of a computer all day cranking out complicated G code. Right? Not necessarily. Imported…

Contributor · October 15, 2016

CAM software sticks the landing

END USER: Ramona Enache, +31 634-824-992, www.tothepointer.com; SOLUTION PROVIDERS: DP Technology Corp., (800) 627-8479, www.espritcam.com; Logicad Solutions srl, www.logicad.ro; CHALLENGE: Design metal parts for a wine glass that sticks into the ground.…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Raptor has a voracious appetite

END USER: RJ Enterprises, (310) 327-8127, www.rjenterprise.net; SOLUTION PROVIDER: Kyocera Precision Tools Inc., (800) 823-7284, www.kyoceraprecisiontools.com; CHALLENGE: Reduce cycle time when roughing a fuel sensor made of 304 stainless. SOLUTION: Switching from…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Hand-in Glove Robotic Technology

Cutting Tool Engineering's September 2016 Look Ahead section features a robotic glove to enhance the strength and dexterity of human assemblers. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

(Polyn)urban Renewal: General Industry Coverage

A Look Ahead piece in the September 2016 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine looks at a topography-based, design-optimization tool kit aimed at simplifying design for manufacturing. Imported from the CTE archive…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Overcoming the skills gap: Medical Manufacturing

People in the industry continue to proactively do something about overcoming the skills gap, and I'd like to highlight two such efforts. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis.…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Net-Working with specialty subscription websites

Specialty subscription websites bring together job shops and manufacturers looking to sub out work. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/net-working-specialty-subscription-websites/…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

The evolving technology of tool presetting

A close look at the evolving technology of tool presetting. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/evolving-technology-tool-presetting/ Legacy path: /articles/evolving-technology-tool-presetting

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Becoming familiar with CAM: Turning Performance

Shop Operations column looks at the benefits of becoming familiar with CAM software. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/becoming-familiar-cam/ Legacy…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Proper mist collection necessary for shop floor safety

The metalworking fluids commonly applied during machining processes generate airborne mists that must be carefully controlled. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Rotary unions help deliver coolant to the cutting zone

Machine tool users wouldn't benefit from through-spindle coolant (TSC) without rotary unions, which bring together spinning and stationary components to improve coolant delivery. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

IMTS is the place to check your wish list

The trade show of trade shows—IMTS—is coming to Chicago's McCormick Place. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/imts-place-check-your-wish-list/ Legacy path: /articles/imts-place-check-your-wish-list

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Combination machines unlock capabilities

Combo machines bridge an important gap between manual and CNC equipment. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/combination-machines-unlock-capabilities/ Legacy path: /articles/combination-machines-unlock-capabilities

Contributor · September 15, 2016

A tale of two cutting tools: solid and indexable-insert drills

A look at the strengths and weaknesses of solid and indexable-insert drills. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/tale-two-cutting-tools-solid-and-indexable-insert-drills/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Generate consistent and accurate pricing

Generate consistent and accurate pricing with cost-estimating software Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/generate-consistent-and-accurate-pricing/ Legacy path: /articles/generate-consistent-and-accurate-pricing

Contributor · September 15, 2016

Ceramic composite cutting tools: are they tough enough?

Ceramic composite cutting tools are effective for machining heat-resistant superalloys and other challenging materials. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2016-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/ceramic-composite-cutting-tools-are-they-tough-enough/…

Contributor · September 15, 2016

IMTS 2016 Preview: Metalworking Products

Cutting Tool Engineering provides coverage of more than 210 of the products that exhibitors will showcase at IMTS 2016. They are divided into tooling and workholding products, machine tools and accessories, and…

Contributor · August 15, 2016

IMTS 2016 Preview: Tooling & Workholding

Cutting Tool Engineering provides coverage of more than 210 of the products that exhibitors will showcase at IMTS 2016. They are divided into tooling and workholding products, machine tools and accessories, and…

Contributor · August 15, 2016

IMTS 2016 Preview: Machine Tools & Accessories

Cutting Tool Engineering provides coverage of more than 210 of the products that exhibitors will showcase at IMTS 2016. They are divided into tooling and workholding products, machine tools and accessories, and…

Contributor · August 15, 2016

One-shot wonder: Turning Performance

END USER: General Products Corp., (260) 668-1475, www.general-products.com. SOLUTION PROVIDERS: Haggard & Stocking Associates Inc., (800) 622-4824, www.haggard-stocking.com; Rigibore Inc., (262) 363-3922, www.rigiboreinc.com. CHALLENGE: Overcome the concerns of applying fixed-pocket, brazed-PCD boring…

Contributor · August 15, 2016

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