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Convert a Milling Machine to a Turning Machine
Watch this video to learn how to make a milling machine perform turning work.
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July MBI at 55.1 – Growth Remains Strong
The Metalworking Business Index for July continues to grow at a strong rate, which is a sign of the current, overall strength in manufacturing.
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A Novel EDM Application
GF AgieCharmilles designed the FO 550 SP die-sinking EDM, the company probably never imagined it would be used like this.
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High Speed Air Spindle Example 1: CNC Tool Steel Machining
In this video, a hardened tool steel tire mold is milled by an air-driven high speed spindle from Air Turbine Tools.
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Saving Energy with Cutting Tools
To help its customers in Japan cope with electricity shortages resulting from the recent earthquake and tsunami, Sandvik Coromant developed a program to reduce machine tool power consumption with the use of advanced cutting tool technology. The three-pronged approach can apply to any company interested in sustainable manufacturing.
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High Speed Air Spindle Example 3: Robotic Deburring
Using an air spindle, this Fanuc robot is able to deburr castings with irregular flash.
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High Speed Air Spindle Example 4: Hand Deburring
Just a light touch is required using this device as its high speed does the cutting. Combined with low vibration and weight, this reduces the risk of stress injuries to operators.
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Coming Soon: The Edge Factor and Mountain Bike Machining
The Edge Factor is back. This time they are visiting a producer of high-performance mountain bike parts. Be sure to catch the trailer.
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Wanna Give MQL a Try?
If you own a Haas machine, here’s your chance to give minimum quantity lubrication a try.
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Shrink-Fit Heater with Built-in Cooling
Although shrink-fit toolholding is common in most shops, operator safety is a major concern. This technology enables the operator to handle the toolholder without using gloves.
Read MoreSee How You Stack Up
“Top Shops” benchmarking data sheds light on what it takes to be one of the nation’s leading machining businesses.
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