Matt Danford Former Senior Editor
Little Things Add Up
An article covering this aerospace manufacturer’s revamped approach to tool management didn’t touch on a number of smaller process improvements that other shops could possibly implement in their own operations.
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AMT, USCTI Unveil New Market Intelligence Tool
A new monthly report that tracks cutting tool consumption is one of the latest resources for staying up-to-date on manufacturing industry performance.
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Average Chip Thickness Dictates Milling Performance
Attaining the correct average chip thickness for a particular insert should be a chief goal in any milling application. Here's an explanation of what that term means and why it's important.
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Aspiring Top Shop Already Has Plenty to Offer
Applied Engineering is actively working toward becoming a “Top Shop” in MMS’ annual benchmarking program. If its approach to tool management is any indication, the company is well on its way.
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Measurement Technology Transcends Limitations
One metrology equipment supplier says its laser systems address common difficulties with noncontact measurement, while another touts a product that enables measuring surface finish on CMMs.
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Tool Management Drives Process Standardization
From incoming order to final delivery, this aerospace component manufacturer strives to eliminate process variables. Airtight control of cutting tool inventory is critical to that effort.
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Komet Expands Service Network
My visit to a recently certified Cincinnati-area tool grinding shop revealed the advantages of this regional program for Komet’s customers and new service partners alike.
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Lasers Offer Viable, Noncontact Alternative to Touch Probes
Specialized optics and automatic, real-time calibration make Nextec’s laser systems a viable alternative to mechanical touch probes for high-volume inspection applications involving complex geometry and tight tolerances.
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Exchangeable-Tip Drills Explained
These tools occupy a middle ground between the precision of solid carbide and the flexibility of indexable inserts.
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Event Highlights Growing, Diverse Tool Supplier
Horn’s biennial “Technology Days” proved aptly named, as attendees were treated to a wealth of technical information. That included a tour of a new carbide plant where “green” inserts are shaped via extrusion and injection molding.
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Indexable Inserts from Powder
During the 2013 edition of its biennial “Technology Days” event, Horn treated the press to a tour of its entire manufacturing operation. Here are a few highlights.
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Spindle Maintenance for Smaller Shops
Relatively affordable equipment and a basic understanding of why spindles fail can help manufacturers stop potential problems in their tracks.
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