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Compact CNC Comes with Simulator for Quotations, Program Creation
Fagor Automation introduces the 8060 FL CNC with the Multi-Axes Box (MAB).
Read MorePut a CAP on Cybersecurity Concerns
One notable aspect of IMTS this time around is the large number of network-connected products and systems that promise significant boosts in productivity to manufacturing companies.
Read MoreThe Story Behind the Aluminum Top Shops Logo
A key component of Modern Machine Shop’s Top Shops display in Booth W-10 is a Hall of Fame, where company logos machined by past winners of the magazine’s annual benchmarking program are displayed. Also included is a machined version of Modern Machine Shop’s new Top Shops logo.
Read MoreDigital Factory Simulator Mirrors Real Production Environment
Cenit’s FastSuite Edition 2 digital factory software for smart manufacturing is designed for high efficiency.
Read MoreVideo: Otto Motors Shows Self-Driving Vehicles on the Mfr. Floor
Otto Motors is showing its self-driving vehicles in booth NC-660 designed for the materials handling industry, with what seems like potential for wider applications.
WatchCell Automates Multiple Part Change-Overs
An automated work cell on display in Okuma’s Booth S-8500 demonstrates not only robots loading and unloading parts, but also automated production run change-overs.
Read MoreUpdated CAM Products for Variety of Machining, Inspection Processes
Autodesk’s line of 2017 CAM products includes the latest versions of FeatureCAM and PartMaker, PowerMill, PowerShape, and PowerInspect for applications ranging from CNC mill and lathe programming to complex die/mold manufacturing.
Read MorePrecision Hole-Making Experts Come Together
Allied Machine & Engineering Corp, a manufacturer of hole-making and finishing tooling systems, has purchased a majority of the shares of Wohlhaupter GmbH of Frickenhausen, Germany, Wohlhaupter USA and Wohlhaupter India. The company is best known for its innovative boring tools.
Read MoreManufacturing News to Know
A huge Mitsubishi plant is up for auction, DMG MORI grows its direct sales network, a record number of robots are sold in the United States, and other industry news.
Read MoreAccess the 2016 Top Shops Executive Summary
Read analysis and consider the data gathered in our magazine’s sixth annual Top Shops benchmarking program.
Read MoreGardner Business Index: Metalworking August 2016 – 48.7
Contraction continues to slow as index reaches its second highest level in almost a year and a half.
Read MoreThe Benefits of a Bigger CMM
The elimination of backlogs, increased throughput, and the ability to quote larger, more complex parts are just a few of the benefits this company has realized by upgrading its inspection technology.
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