General Manufacturing Discussion

Recent discussions

Knife maker sharpens production: Design & Engineering

Automatic feed grinding machines help company boost accuracy and throughput. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/knife-maker-sharpens-production/ Legacy path: /articles/knife-maker-sharpens-production

Contributor · February 15, 2024

Interacting safely with AGVs: Turning Performance

Sick and Pilz Automation Safety offer systems to keep employees safe when working alongside mobile robots. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-02-15 CTE…

Contributor · February 15, 2024

3-in-1 thread milling solution

With the Thrill∙tec™ TC645 Supreme, Walter combines chamfering, core-hole drilling and threading in a single tool and operationn Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE:…

Contributor · February 15, 2024

Surface finishes that seal the deal

Preventing leaks in hydraulic systems requires a good seal and a good sealing surface. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/surface-finishes-seal-deal/…

Contributor · February 15, 2024

Counter rotation maximizes deep hole concentricity

Drill and workpiece rotation has a major influence on a hole's concentricity – a key measure of drilling accuracy Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…

Contributor · February 15, 2024

A fluid choice: Drilling Performance

How water-miscible fluid and neat oil stack up when deep-hole drilling with high-pressure coolant. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/fluid-choice/…

Contributor · February 15, 2024

Tips for trouble-free tapping: Trade Shows & Events

Make a quick, quality thread without breaking the tap. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-02-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/tips-trouble-free-tapping/ Legacy path: /articles/tips-trouble-free-tapping

Contributor · February 15, 2024

Automating implant manufacturing: Inspection Efficiency

Knee insert manufacturer turns to VersaBuilt Robotics to increase throughput.nn Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-01-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/automating-implant-manufacturing/ Legacy path: /articles/automating-implant-manufacturing

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Streaming first article inspection

Effectively streamlining first article inspection requires more than a wireless data transfer system. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-01-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/streaming-first-article-inspection/ Legacy…

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Planning for workforce growth: Workforce Development & Training

Mazak's HR director offers employee development strategies and plans. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-01-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/planning-workforce-growth/ Legacy path: /articles/planning-workforce-growth

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Chatter stability map: General Industry Coverage

With chatter, things quickly get complicated. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-01-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/chatter-stability-map/ Legacy path: /articles/chatter-stability-map

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Fill up with high-density workholding

High-density workholding offers many benefits, a prime one being the ability to run a machine tool longer unattended. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE:…

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Inspecting with light: Inspection Efficiency

The Marposs OptoCloud Gear helps EV manufacturers maintain quality and minimize noise. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-01-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/inspecting-light/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Extreme accuracy: Drilling Performance

Jig grinding delivers the precision and finish needed for demanding machining applications. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2024-01-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/extreme-accuracy/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · January 15, 2024

Implant innovation: Turning Performance

German partners unveil a trio of major implant-machining advances.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/implant-innovation/ Legacy path: /articles/implant-innovation

Contributor · December 15, 2023

Tool management digitalization

Shop seeks solution to better organize and manage tooling on the floor Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/tool-management-digitalization/ Legacy path:…

Contributor · December 15, 2023

Giving mold making its due

Tracing well-known machining innovations over the last few decades spurred by challenges faced by mold makers. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE…

Contributor · December 15, 2023

Nital etching, setting up a lab

Tips to reduce the uncertainty of this very subjective test Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/nital-etching-setting-lab/ Legacy path: /articles/nital-etching-setting-lab

Contributor · December 15, 2023

Climate change hacks for aerospace

Innovations in design and manufacturing that help protect the environment Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/climate-change-hacks-aerospace/ Legacy path: /articles/climate-change-hacks-aerospace

Contributor · December 15, 2023

Making a precision weldment: General Industry Coverage

Welding technique minimizes shrinkage and strain. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/making-precision-weldment/ Legacy path: /articles/making-precision-weldment

Contributor · December 15, 2023

The future's so bright...

The U.S. manufacturing industry continues to make gains in most sectors. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/futures-so-bright/ Legacy path: /articles/futures-so-bright

Contributor · December 15, 2023

AIO laser marker

Technomark's Graphix laser workstation holds all in a single cabinet creating a small footprint. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-12-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/aio-laser-marker/…

Contributor · December 15, 2023

Speeding up materials discovery: Sustainability & Environment

Researcher uses a novel 3D printing method to produce materials in ways that conventional manufacturing can't. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-10-15 CTE…

Contributor · October 15, 2023

Hitting the mark: Turning Performance

Shops have good options for tackling part-marking challenges. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-10-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/hitting-mark/ Legacy path: /articles/hitting-mark

Contributor · October 15, 2023

Knobs for machining at new heights

Shop seeks to eliminate repeated replacement of loose retention knobs. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2023-10-15 CTE source: https://ctemag.com/articles/knobs-machining-new-heights/ Legacy path: /articles/knobs-machining-new-heights

Contributor · October 15, 2023

Sign in with innoNET to contribute