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Cutting Tool Engineering Editorial Director Alan Rooks ponders the impact additive manufacturing will make on the industry. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-09-15…
When management smiles down upon CAM initiatives, shops can realize numerous benefits, according to the Get With The Program column in this month's Cutting Tool Engineering magazine. Imported from the CTE archive…
Producing prototype automotive parts via 3-D printing helps reduce time to market while boosting vehicle quality and fuel efficiency. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…
Debating the need for CAM systems on Swiss-style machines. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/software-optional/ Legacy path: /articles/software-optional
The use of conversational programming is growing and may influence tomorrow's conventional machine controls. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/talking-cure/…
Abrasive waterjet users can benefit by learning about the technology's expanding applicability. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/abrasive-adaptation/ Legacy path:…
Electron beam drills make short work of microholes. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/high-speed-holemaking-2/ Legacy path: /articles/high-speed-holemaking-2
When cleaning parts, there is general cleaning and then there is precision cleaning. Both types are important in medical device manufacturing, but precision cleaning -- repeatable removal of contaminants to a specified,…
A collection of metalworking products for your review. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-09-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/metalworking-product-review-september-2013/ Legacy path: /articles/metalworking-product-review-september-2013
I once thought nothing of boring a new set of top jaws. Just remove half a dozen cap screws, take the old jaws out, bolt on fresh jaws, attach a spider or…
Since the May issue, I have been writing about our combustion shop's migration from batch processing to single-piece flow, or machining one part at a time. Single-piece flow eliminates work in process.…
Continuing the theme of the previous three columns, here are additional tips for enhancing the operation of a CNC milling machine from Shop Operations columnist Tom Lipton. Imported from the CTE archive…
Boost productivity when machining hubs and other parts. Replace an outdated vertical machining center with a new one. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE:…
Reduce energy costs as part of a sustainability program. Replace a waterjet cutting machine with a fiber optic laser cutting machine. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally…
Eliminate part deviations when performing lights-out machining. CAM software with the properly adjusted post-processor for automatically measuring parts on a machine tool. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis.…
Representing your company through community involvement accomplishes two goals. Hopefully, you're doing something positive and, in return, raising the reputation of you and your company. You may also gain access to another…
Spindle bearings support the spindle in the housing and transmit cutting forces to the machine structure. The bearings are intended to hold the spindle accurately in position. Imported from the CTE archive…
A new R&D center for synthetic diamond. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/designing-diamond/ Legacy path: /articles/designing-diamond
As I'm writing this in mid-July, we're experiencing uncomfortably hot and muggy weather in the Chicago area. I worked up a sweat just walking the dogs this morning -- and they walk…
The advantages of heat treating parts with 1µm-wavelength lasers. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/hardened-light/ Legacy path: /articles/hardened-light
In parting, or cut-off, operations, the objective is to efficiently and securely separate one part of the workpiece from the other. To achieve this, a straight cut is made to a depth…
Antipullout toolholders reduce scrap, increase tool life and eliminate anxiety while milling. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/worry-free/ Legacy path:…
Retrofitting old machine tools with new CNCs can make more sense than buying new -- particularly for larger machines. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…
Learn details about the many new products manufacturers are offering the metalworking industry. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2013-08-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/product-showcase-august-2013/ Legacy…
A company running a centralized coolant system with neat oil seeks help from the Grinding Doc. The shop's oil supplier is promising great things if the shop switches to a newer oil…