MMS Blog

CAD/CAM 1 Oct 2018

CAD/CAM Software Contributes to Shop's Fourfold Revenue Increase

C&S Machine & Manufacturing has long applied CNC machining successfully, but growth started to expose the limitations of its programming processes. Esprit CAM software from DP Technology has helped to overcome these limitations and usher in even more growth.

Automation 1 Oct 2018

Can Blockchain Help Machine Shops Win Work?

The record-keeping system underlying cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin could automate the front office, secure intellectual property and plug data-driven manufacturers into increasingly data-driven supply chains.

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CNC Tech Talks 1 Oct 2018

The Urgency of Producing a Start-Part

Production cannot begin until the first workpiece is produced and passes inspection.

Vertical Machining Centers 30 Sep 2018

Five-Axis CNC Machining with an Angled Rotary Table

The D200Z CNC five-axis VMC uses an angled rotary table designed to improve rigidity and clearance for high-speed machining.

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Additive Manufacturing 23 Jan 2021

Machining Additively Manufactured Supports: The Tool’s Perspective

Studies show that thin-walled additvely manufactured support structures may not be as good for machine tools as they might seem.

Three Ways to Make Vertical Machining Centers More Profitable

Should you go buy some robots to automatically load and unload your VMCs? Well, for the right kinds of production work, yes. For most shops, however, something more modest is probably in order. Here are some ideas.

Aerospace 27 Sep 2018

Four Factors Keeping Aerospace in Flight

The Gardner Business Index indicates that the aerospace industry is still early in its growth cycle, justifying market optimism.

Automation 26 Sep 2018

Multitasking CNC Machines Cut Down on Work in Process

This pump manufacturer has integrated flexible multitasking machines and automation to maintain high production levels and flexibility.

Inspection and Measurement 25 Sep 2018

Optical Micrometer Serves Bearing Maker as Alternative to CMM, Comparative Gaging

Over the decades, this bearing manufacturer has successfully created a variety of roller bearing products. However, with many products comes many part geometries that have to be measured with high precision. Optical micrometry has proven to be a precise solution.

Micromachining 24 Sep 2018

4 Takeaways for Shops New to Micromachining

By taking the plunge into micromachining, one Minnesota micro molding and machining shop now specializes in the design and production of parts 0.015 inch and smaller. Here is that story and the lessons learned in the process.

Inspection and Measurement 23 Sep 2018

Micrometers – Shifting into High Gear

Over time, the basic handheld micrometer has evolved to include numerous contact point configurations and digital electronics. But in 150 years, the micrometer is still one of the most popular and versatile precision measuring tools on the shop floor.