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Video: Topology Optimization in Action
What is topology optimization, and how does it work? See the process for lightweighting a legacy part step-by-step using this design strategy in the video in this blog post.
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The Harsh Realities of Additive Manufacturing
Now is the time to start talking about what is really holding additive manufacturing back.
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Additive Manufacturing Media Kicks Off Season Three of "The Cool Parts Show"
This hit web series continues with more episodes about industrial 3D printing.
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Video: Starting Your Own Machine Shop — the Rewards and Challenges
The owner of Dan’s Custom Machining on the decision to go full-time with his machining business, advice for future shop owners, and whether buying machine tools is fun.
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Sometimes No-Quoting RFQs is Essential for Efficiency
Accepting only RFQs that work toward a company’s goals and learning how to manage those efficiently can build better businesses and customer relationships.
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Centralized Filtration Key to Company Growth
By investing in a Transor Filter System, Advanced Tooling Inc. was able to immediately improve cycle times and gain a consistent cutting environment.
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Monitoring the State of Tool Monitoring
Digital technology that enables tool changes to be triggered by data-driven predictions of tool wear rather than part counts also is opening the door to other opportunities for optimizing production. A look at in-the-field applications shows that advanced tool monitoring is a step toward plant-wide digitalization.
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June 2020 A Strong Month for Machine Tool Orders
The month-over-month rate of contraction in machine tool unit and dollar orders slowed sharply in June. The annual rate of contraction may be near or at a bottom.
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Integrated CAM Software Automates Data Transition From Engineering to Production
By switching to CAMWorks software, Decimal Engineering was able to boost its throughput and quality while saving time and money.
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Growing a Job Shop into a Full-Service Manufacturer
By maximizing employee satisfaction, adding fabrication and other services, and always keeping open machine capacity, Square Deal has grown from a seven-person job shop to a full-service manufacturer that employs hundreds.
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Metalworking Business Activity Reports Additional Slowing Contraction
July data extends the slowing contraction trend initially reported in May.
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A More Affordable Approach to 5-Axis Large Part Machining
Shops that machine large aluminum parts don’t have to pay millions of dollars for a machining center just to get the work envelope they need. There is a more affordable alternative, and it’s manufactured in the USA.
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