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Obscure CNC Features That Can Help (or Hurt) You
You cannot begin to take advantage of an available feature if you do not know it exists. Conversely, you will not know how to avoid CNC features that may be detrimental to your process.
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Correlation Between Contact and Non-Contact Surface Analysis Equipment Is Critical — Until It Isn’t
Understanding the differences between measurement methods means their discrepancies can be explained and used as an advantage to produce better correlation.
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New Releases: Manufacturing Machines, Tools and Technology
A roundup of recent manufacturing machines, tools and technology releases on Modern Machine Shop.
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Machining is More Than Geometry
While CAD/CAM software may represent machining operations as geometry, you must consider vibration effects to obtain a successful outcome.
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Spatial Computing, AI Meet the Machine Shop
Artificial intelligence and the spatial computer have enormous potential to change the way machine shops will operate in the future.
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Embracing Automation: Strategies for Small to Medium-Sized Machine Shops
Business drivers for automating to help navigate workforce challenges and boost profitability.
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The Intersection of CMMC and Small- to Mid-Sized CNC Job Shops
The decision to gain or retain status as a defense supplier by pursuing CMMC compliance is especially difficult for small- to mid-sized machine shops, and the complexities and misperceptions tied to the program certainly aren’t helping. To break down those complexities, here are five key issues that small- and mid-sized job shops need to know about CMMC.
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The Softer Side of Robots: Increasing Automation’s Adaptability
Robotic applications are expanding thanks to rubber and silicone-based systems that can handle fragile materials or parts in varying sizes and shapes.
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Digital Transparency in Machining Key to Multi-Site Additive Manufacturing
Cumberland Additive’s CNC programmer in Pennsylvania spends most of his time writing programs for machine tools in Texas.
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Shoulder Milling Cuts Racing Part's Cycle Time By Over 50%
Pairing a shoulder mill with a five-axis machine has cut costs and cycle times for one of TTI Machine’s parts, enabling it to support a niche racing community.
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Protecting Your Automation Investments
Shops need to look at their people, processes and technology to get the most of out their automation systems.
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The Cut Scene: The Finer Details of Large-Format Machining
Small details and features can have an outsized impact on large parts, such as Barbco’s collapsible utility drill head.
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