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Control Package Helps Speed Production
After cutting precision parts in one third of the original time, Task Force Tips was able to justify its initial investment in an Index automatic production lathe fitted with a Siemens control package.
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From Safety Glasses to Data Glasses
A new app enables Google Glass (spectacles with a heads-up Internet display) to show shop floor data using MTConnect functionality.
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In-House Tool Grinding: the “Indirect” Machine Tool Investment
Though CNC tool grinders are used primarily by cutting tool manufacturers and regrinding services, several factors have made these machines increasingly attractive for in-house tool grinding by production facilities.
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Measurement Software Adopts Multi-Touch Interface
This interface shows how multi-touch technology creates an enhanced experience for users of metrology software on the shop floor.
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Measurement Technology Transcends Limitations
One metrology equipment supplier says its laser systems address common difficulties with noncontact measurement, while another touts a product that enables measuring surface finish on CMMs.
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Tool Management Drives Process Standardization
From incoming order to final delivery, this aerospace component manufacturer strives to eliminate process variables. Airtight control of cutting tool inventory is critical to that effort.
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Video: Meet a Manufacturing Student
Rock Valley College student Sara McKee describes her interest in manufacturing and her study of manufacturing engineering technology.
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Scenes That Should Be More Common
Manufacturer Matt Guse of Augusta, Wisconsin is able to use his position as a school board member to ensure that technical instruction isn’t overlooked in the academic priorities of his community.
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The Evolution of the Retention Pin
A new retention pin design enables the spring-loaded workholding devices to do more than simply ease part loading. They can clamp parts, too.
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MTConnect Challenge 2 Now Open
Developing software that uses MTConnect to add more intelligence to the manufacturing process can win you $100,000.
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New Outreach Video: What Is It Like to Study Manufacturing?
For prospective students who don’t have a clear idea of what studying manufacturing might entail, this video illustrates the kind of knowledge and experience that students pursue in preparation for manufacturing careers.
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Video: Meet a Future Engineer
Stanford engineer Debbie Sterling created a new kids toy company called Goldie Blox, which consists of a book series and construction set. The goal of this toy is to get young girls interested in engineering.
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