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Five Digital Manufacturing Trends Reflected in 3D Printing and Machining
As the digitization of machining accelerates, it’s seeing more crossover with its innately digital relative, additive manufacturing. On this episode of AM Radio, Julia Hider and Matt Danford discuss common themes in machining and 3D printing.
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Preparing a Shop for Automation
Ensuring a stable, predictable production process can prevent automation from multiplying existing problems.
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Using (And Scaling) FDM 3D Printing for Production
Maxwell June’s razor press, which is designed to combine the ease of use of a disposable razor with the environmental and cost benefits of a wet shaving system, is made via FDM 3D printing. How did the company make this choice, and how does it plan to scale up?
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New Machining Technology Works With Old to Restore WWII Submarine
A set of donated boring bars that can be used in a 1954 boring head will enable volunteer machinists to recreate a pair of binoculars for the USS Pampanito.
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HTML-Based HMI Puts Users in Charge of Machine Customization
By building a human-machine interface using more accessible HTML instead of a custom API, users will be able to more easily customize their machine controls, making them easier to use, more secure and ready for Industry 4.0.
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Micro 3D Printing Solves Big Problem for Tiny Parts
3D printing is a well-known tool for prototyping, but only recently has the technology reached the point that it can handle the tiny features and tight tolerances of micro parts.
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Diversity Helps Manufacturers Overcome Challenges
The 2021 Women in Manufacturing Summit celebrated manufacturing’s role in overcoming the challenges of the past two years, but it also addressed how diversity (in suppliers and people) can help the industry face ongoing difficulties.
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An Additive Manufacturing Machine Shop
Finish machining additively manufactured implants requires different pacing and workflow than cutting parts from stock — different enough for an experienced manufacturer to warrant a dedicated machine shop.
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3D Printing Lightweights Large Cutting Tools
Larger parts require larger, heavier cutting tools. 3D printing enables Star SU Neher to produce lightweight large tool bodies and add features that improve tool life and performance.
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3 Uses for a Composite Polymer 3D Printer in a CNC Machine Shop
When RPG purchased its metal 3D printer, a polymer printer was part of the deal. Three uses this job shop has found for this fused filament fabrication system.
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Automation Adds Capacity to Capability for Low-Volume Work
Investment in machining technology has facilitated growth and diversification at Reich Tool & Design. Now, flexible automation allows the shop to get more out of its machines despite a shortage of skilled workers.
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Improving Workflows in Small Shops with Custom ERP
Small shops might not be ready for all of the functionality of an off-the-shelf ERP system, but modular, custom ERP programs can help improve workflow while providing the flexibility to change as shops grow.
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