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Additive Manufacturing 20 Dec 2016

Hybrid Additive Manufacturing Machine Steps up in Size

The bigger size of this combination milling/laser-metal-sintering machine could enable it to enter new markets.

Basics 19 Dec 2016

Looseness — An Enemy of Precision

When a gage isn’t coming up with accurate measurements, the culprit could be a connection that simply isn’t tight enough.

Cutting Tools 16 Dec 2016

Ceramic Insert Grade Has Broad Range of Applications

When Greenleaf’s staff of researchers started exploring what they could do with a new manufacturing method to induce internal crystal growth within a silicon-nitride-based ceramic for forming ceramic composite cutting tool inserts, they "got pretty excited," as the story goes. They even named the new grade Xsytin—as in “excitin’.”

Milling Tools 14 Dec 2016

Milling Tools Use Self-Rotating Inserts for Uniform Cutting Edge Wear

Pokolm’s Spinworx milling system is designed to reduce operating labor time with self-rotating cutting inserts.

Additive Manufacturing 14 Dec 2016

Consolidated Clamping Assembly Made by Additive Manufacturing

Metal additive manufacturing made it possible to condense a three-part clamping assembly into a single piece.

13 Dec 2016

Can You Draw Seven Perpendicular Lines?

If you’ve ever been asked to do the impossible, or been treated like some kind of magician by those who don’t share your expertise, then this video is for you.

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Laser & Waterjet 12 Dec 2016

Manufacturing News of Note: December 2016

The U.S. Department of Labor chooses NIMS to develop more apprenticeships, Siemens and Stratasys form a partnership to promote additive manufacturing, and other industry news.

Milling Tools 9 Dec 2016

PCD Face Milling System’s Diameter Cuts Large Parts in Fewer Passes

The KBDM polycrystalline diamond (PCD) face milling system from Kennametal is designed for high-volume machining, with standard sizes ranging from 2.5" to 8.0" (63 to 200 mm) and cutter diameters ranging to 21.5" (550 mm).

Data-Driven Manufacturing 9 Dec 2016

JIMTOF: A Strong Embrace of IIoT

The recent Japan International Machine Tool Fair reflects the rapid move toward smart factories in which smart machines are fully networked. Japanese providers of manufacturing technology have clearly embraced the concepts of the Industrial Internet of Things.