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Understanding and controlling wheel truing and dressing forces when rotary plunge dressing. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2012-06-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/under-control/ Legacy path:…
Some holemaking technologies have eliminated the need for spot drills, but they're still useful when the 'perfect' hole is required. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published…
An industry veteran examines the top 10 issues for maintaining and enhancing quality control in parts manufacturing. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2012-06-15…
The Look Ahead feature in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering includes a linear cylindrical drive technology for wire EDMs. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis.…
END USER: Rohde & Schwarz, (888) 837-8772, www.rohde-schwarz.us. CHALLENGE: Simplify and speed up measurement of micro parts and features. SOLUTION: Optical 3-D measurement system that employs focus-variation technology. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Alicona Imaging…
END USER: Straitline Components, (250) 655-6603, www.straitlinecomponents.com. CHALLENGE: Avoid wasting workpiece material to keep costs down while increasing productivity. SOLUTION: Low gripping-profile clamps that provide high-density workholding on a tombstone. SOLUTION PROVIDER:…
Tangential cutting force helps shops estimate torque, spindle load, and stability in milling. This guide explains what the force means and how to use it in setup decisions. Imported from the CTE…
The NC post-processor is an often overlooked piece of the chain between the CAM system and the machine's CNC, according to the Get With The Program column in the May 2012 issue…
Machine Technology columnist Dr. Scott Smith discusses the constraints related to the selection of machining parameters in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering. Imported from the CTE archive to seed…
A material review board can help determine if you're having vendor problems, suggests the Machinist's Corner column in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering. Imported from the CTE archive to…
Learn details about the many new products that manufacturers are offering to the metalworking industry in Cutting Tool Engineering's May 2012 Product Showcase. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on…
Can vertical machining centers go toe-to-toe with horizontals on performance? Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2012-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/vertical-challenge/ Legacy path: /articles/vertical-challenge
More shops and builders are remotely monitoring machine tools, which quickens maintenance and repair. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2012-05-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/distance-learning/…
Cutting Tool Engineering Editorial Director Alan Rooks ponders one of the metalworking industry's biggest challenges of late—filling numerous job vacancies. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published…
In spite of my good intentions, trying to understand an employee's logic for engaging in certain behaviors can be bewildering, writes Manager's Desk columnist Keith Jennings in the May 2012 issue of…
Check out the Shop Operations column in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering to learn how a WWII-era Russian spy continues to serve as a cautionary tale about the perils…
Boring is a common hole finishing operation, but boring large-diameter holes is a bit of a niche market. "Depending on the industry, you may only find a handful of shops in some…
When loading a toolholder into a machine tool spindle with an automatic toolchanger, misalignment of the ATC gripper to the spindle can damage the spindle taper. In addition, a misaligned, clamped toolholder…
Applying 'green' coolant to maintain machining performance while being friendly to workers and the environment. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2012-05-01 CTE source:…
For the first time as a combined company, DMG/Mori Seiki hosted the open house held annually at the Deckel Maho Pfronten (Germany) GmbH plant. The event took place Feb. 7 to 11…
United Grinding Technologies Inc. celebrated 30 years in its Fredericksburg, Va., location with an open house on Feb. 22 and 23. The event included technical presentations, facility tours and a ribbon-cutting event…
Amada Machine Tools demonstrated its new S-10 modular multitask machine during a recent press briefing at its Technical Center in Schaumburg, Ill. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis.…
END USER: Mitchel & Scott Machine Co., (317) 684-8247, www.mitchelgroup.com. CHALLENGE: Provide 100 percent inspection of internal thread pitch and depth and numerous external dimensions for two high-volume automotive parts. SOLUTION: Automated…
END USER: Royce/Ayr Cutting Tools Inc., (800) 959-5641, www.royceayr.com. CHALLENGE: Increase PCD cutting tool manufacturing capacity, flexibility and capabilities. SOLUTION: A machine tool that combines rotary erosion and grinding. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Vollmer…
END USER: Richardson Manufacturing Co., (217) 546-2249, www.rmc-bigcnc.com. CHALLENGE: Achieve a tight tolerance without increasing cycle time. SOLUTION: A combination drill that eliminated an unreliable boring operation. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Allied Machine &…