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AI Demands Meaningful Metrics
Machine learning can identify patterns and trends faster than any human, but correlations are only as meaningful as the data driving the analysis.
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What's the Best Insert for Finishing Steel?
Finish turning operations can cost more than you think in cycle time and tooling. Here’s some real test data on what insert works best, cermet vs. carbide and coated vs. uncoated.
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How to Effectively Train CNC Machine Operators
A blended-learning approach uses external resources to teach the basics, saving in-house training for company-specific issues.
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Material Jetting: It's Like Printing, Just in 3D
Recent advances in material processing capabilities have renewed interest in material jetting, the additive process that allows 3D objects to be built by placing different combinations of material drop-by-drop.
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Taking A Reading on Gages
Are we taking advantage of the vast amounts of dimensional information that a gage or hand tool can produce? Certainly not if the information presented on the gage display reads only “over,” “under” or “good.”
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News of Note: Machine Redesign, CAM Credentials and Solar Energy
Among the industry news of note in October 2019 is GF Machining Solutions’ rebranding of its machines, a cutting tool technology expo coming up in November and a huge solar panel installation on which Toyoda has broken ground.
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A New Quality Standard You Need to Know About
The Quality Information Framework (QIF) helps connect product data with process data in emerging data-driven environments.
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Manufacturing Scheduling System Keeps Shopfloor Priorities Straight
Focusing on the now rather than adhering to a plan improves throughput, allows for variation and lays a strong foundation for predictive analysis.
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Millennials Talk About Managing Millennials
At a past Top Shops Workshop, three of the four Top Shops Honors Program winners that year were millennials. They described their approach to managing people of their generation and creating an enticing, accommodating workplace for them.
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Metalworking Index Contraction Slows
Activity contraction slows as the Index approaches 50.
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Additive Advances Highlighted at Grand Opening
GF Machining Solutions put its technology on display for its North American customers, highlighting advances in EDM spark monitoring and support for additive manufacturing technology.
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Cutting Tool Shanks Improve Grip, Reduce Slippage
End Mills with gripping surfaces along the shank can prevent tool slippage and improve rigidity for aggressive roughing passes in aluminum machining.
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