Articles

1 Apr 2007

Global Metalworking Factory Investment Grows

The World Machine Tool Output & Consumption Survey

16 Mar 2007

Accessing Hidden Capacity in Medical Device Manufacturing

(MMS Online Exclusive) Data collection is an essential step in process improvement, allowing engineers to determine root causes and to ensure processes remained fixed permanently. The CNC machine tool is capable of capturing and communicating the status of operations and can be incorporated into a comprehensive automated data collection and analysis infrastructure that allows assigned resources to focus on implementing the best process improvements.

Cutting Tools 13 Mar 2007

Engineering The Toolholder Assembly Process

This assembly and mounting device for V-flange toolholders is designed to make it easier and safer to put toolholders, collets and cutting tools together. The device allows the toolholder to be clamped securely and rotated so that both ends of the assembly are accessible to the user in a comfortable position.

CNC & Machine Controls 9 Mar 2007

Getting A Visual On Machine Maintenance

A software package allows real-time process monitoring of machine tools in operation. Its graphical interface speeds fault identification and machine servicing.

Laser & Waterjet 9 Mar 2007

The Laser’s Role In Micromachining Metals

A new laser technology combines the high machining accuracy and throughput required for precision, industrial micromachining work.

Deburring 9 Mar 2007

Single System Offers Multiple Finishing Processes For Small Parts

An electrochemical finishing technology geared toward small workpieces cleans, deburrs, passivates, polishes and stress relieves workpieces all at once.

Vertical Machining Centers 5 Mar 2007

Molds In Miniature

A shop that makes tooling for metal injection molding (MIM) relies on a machining center designed specifically for micro-scale work.

1 Mar 2007

Decoding (Not Interpreting) GD&T

A suite of online applications aims to help all of the personnel involved with a part to read and apply GD&T information accurately.

1 Mar 2007

Big Inspection With Little Difficulty

A portable laser tracker let this shop increase not only its machining range, but also the range of its services to customers.

1 Mar 2007

Compliant Machining Of Composite Wings

Bell Helicopter created a systematic, scripted process to machine composite wing skins and structural components for the V-22 Osprey vertical takeoff aircraft. Custom software ensures there is no deviation from the script.

1 Mar 2007

Relieving Bottlenecks At The Measurement Station

Throughput is as much an issue in measurement as it is in machining. Likewise, multipart setups can improve measurement throughput in much the same way they contribute to machining throughput. A special part fixture used in conjunction with an automated contour and surface-roughness measuring system allows four workpieces to be checked one after the other, with no operator intervention.

1 Mar 2007

Untethering Bore Measurement

In certain applications, wireless transmission through Bluetooth technology can significantly enhance both the economy and versatility of a gage.

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