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Basics 8 Sep 2017

Buying an HMC: What Makes Horizontal Machining Centers Different

Is it time to move up to a horizontal machining center? Let’s consider some of the structural, application and design factors that differentiate HMCs from vertical machines.

Basics 6 Sep 2017

Understanding the Different Choices in Metal and Fluid Recycling

This recorded presentation discusses options including separators, shredders, briquetters, centrifuges, and above- and below-ground chip handling.

Additive Manufacturing 4 Sep 2017

Video: Functional Excavator Features 3D-Printed Components

The cab, arm and heat exchanger were all 3D printed on the first excavator to feature major components produced additively.

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2 Sep 2017

Are There Really No Stupid Questions?

Maybe. Sometimes the asker just needs to be encouraged to think through a situation more thoroughly to come up with his or her own answers.

Composites Machining 1 Sep 2017

Wet-Machining of Composites Crosses Boundaries

Although composite machining has traditionally been performed dry, new coolant technology has proven to prevent delamination, increase tool life and reduce health risks.

Top Shops 1 Sep 2017

Top Shops Profile: Land Sea Air Manufacturing

Land Sea Air was 2017's Top Shops Honors Program winner in the category of business strategies.

Five-Axis 1 Sep 2017

Applying Automotive Machining Lessons to Aerospace

Although motorsports are a natural focus for a shop owned by a former NASCAR driver, five-axis machining and an emphasis on process planning have opened the door to new aerospace work.

Basics 1 Sep 2017

How to Anticipate Machining Errors before Parts Are Scrapped in QA

In L&S Machine's system for data-driven manufacturing, the data describe a good day.

Cutting Tools 1 Sep 2017

What Is Roller Burnishing?

This process enables fast and repeatable finishing of metal surfaces to mirror-like quality, but without removing any metal.

CNC & Machine Controls 31 Aug 2017

CNC Provides High-Speed Machining with Accurate Surface Finishes

Westec 2017: The Fagor 8065 CNC is designed for high-performance applications and equipped with features for high-speed machining while maintaining accuracy and surface finish.