Matt Danford Former Senior Editor

5 Apr 2012

Waterjet Carves a Broader Niche

Advances in waterjet technology have made that process more viable as an alternative to both laser cutting and wire EDM.

28 Mar 2012

The Harbinger of an Era?

A car that will be displayed at this years’ IMTS show is the product of an innovative, de-centralized development process.

23 Mar 2012

The Advantages of Standardization

Extensive reliance on equipment from a single builder provides the flexibility this manufacturer needs to accommodate a variety of custom work on short notice.

Basics 16 Mar 2012

When CAM-Integrated Simulation Isn’t Enough

Whereas this shop’s CAM system is limited to evaluating only internal CAM files, Vericut software from CGTech uses the actual post-processed G code.

Die/Mold 13 Mar 2012

Auto EDM Wire Changers Compete at the High End

Automatic EDM wire-change capability can improve efficiency and reduce costs for high-end tool and die work, especially parts with small internal radii.

Laser & Waterjet 13 Mar 2012

Pump, Motion System Expand Waterjet Possibilities

Two Mitsubishi waterjets from MC Machinery Systems equipped with 125-hp, 90,000-psi pumps from KMT Waterjet Systems enable this manufacturer to cut thicker material faster and more accurately.

29 Feb 2012

Quick-Change Chucks Offer More than Fast Jaw Changes

For this shop, eliminating the need for reboring is the most important benefit of QJR quick-change chucks from Kitagawa-Northtech.

23 Feb 2012

Matching Manufacturing Perceptions with Realities

A survey suggests the public continues to view manufacturing in a negative light, despite evidence to the contrary.

16 Feb 2012

Double-Disc Wheel Changes Don’t Have to Be a Chore

C & B Machinery has patented a device to assist skilled trades with safe removal and installation of disc grinding wheels.

6 Feb 2012

Grinder Features New Guideway Design

StuderGuide combines the advantages of hydrostatic and hydrodynamic guideways.

Workforce Development 30 Jan 2012

“Intelligent” CAM System Adapts to the Job

SolidCAM’s iMachining CAM software features an algorithm designed to eliminate potentially time-consuming, trial-and-error approaches to optimizing cutting parameters.

Workforce Development 23 Jan 2012

A Standardized Approach to Job Shop Lean

A software toolkit used by one job shop to successfully implement lean manufacturing practices is now more widely available. A few other resources are also worth a look.