Matt Danford Former Senior Editor
Too Short for Swiss? Try This
The Quicktech TT-42 from Absolute Machine Tools is designed to provide the benefits of Swiss-type machining for parts that don’t require a guide bushing.
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Rise of the Machines
A Spanish research organization is making progress in efforts to enable robots to safely work side-by-side with humans.
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The View from Spain
Amid increasing economic difficulties, Spanish technology suppliers are directing their focus beyond Europe, and the United States is certainly on the radar. Here is a brief overview of some of the technology they have to offer.
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A Technology Sampling from BIEMH
A sampling of some of the technologies spotted at Spain's biennial manufacturing technology show.
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Inverted VTLs Facilitate Single-Piece Flow
Four inverted vertical turning lathes from EMAG spurred this gear manufacturer’s move from batch-and-queue production to automated, single-piece flow.
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A Technology Sampling from MFG4
Here are a few items one editor spotted at the debut of a new trade show that focuses specifically on the defense, aerospace, medical and energy industries.
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Postprocessing System Eases Technology Adoption
At this aerospace manufacturer, software from ICAM minimizes time spent reworking out-of-the-box postprocessors for new machines and improves confidence in part programs.
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CAM Considerations for Plunge Roughing
Plunge roughing is often more complicated than it appears. Here’s how one CAM program addresses some common challenges associated with this technique.
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Behind the Curtain
Turnout for Mitsubishi EDM’s open house last week indicated a high level of interest in the company’s new line of Wire EDMs. However, despite being introduced with less fanfare, a few other new product lines shed light on the company’s future direction.
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Innovating on Borrowed Ideas Sets Wind Turbine Record
A system said to break new ground in manufacturing large wind turbine components is based on tried-and-true automotive manufacturing concepts.
Read MorePlaying at Work Develops Real-World Skills
Plantville, an online video game from Siemens, is designed to simulate a real-world manufacturing plant.
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Turning to an Alternative for Small, Complex Work
The QuickTech TT-42 from Absolute Machine Tools provides many of the same advantages as a Swiss-type lathe for small, complex parts that don’t justify the use of a guide bushing.
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