Basics

Basics 27 May 2019

Three Examples of Additive Manufacturing in Production

Is additive manufacturing (AM) ready for production scale? The latest issue of Additive Manufacturing magazine highlights manufacturers who are succeeding with 3D printing for production right now.

Basics 21 May 2019

Maintaining an Air Gage System’s High Performance

Tight, clean and dry: The requirements of air gaging aren’t very different from mechanical gaging.

Additive Manufacturing 15 May 2019

Why This AM Milestone Fills the Capacity of Four CNC Lathes

Incodema3D is launching into its first continuous job to be produced with metal additive manufacturing, but more 3D printing also means more turning.

Die/Mold 6 May 2019

3 Advantages of Using Pulsed Laser Welding for Mold Repair

Compared to TIG welding, pulsed laser-welding technology is said to enable faster overall mold repair time while maintaining higher metal hardness.

CNC & Machine Controls 27 Apr 2019

Converting Time and Date to a More Useful Format

FANUC and FANUC-compatible CNCs have multiple ways to monitor time. They are accessed by four system variables: milliseconds clock, hours clock, current date and current time. Here’s how to format information in a helpful way.

Grinding 22 Apr 2019

Grind to Finish: A Postprocessing Solution for Additive Manufacturing

3D printed metal parts typically feature little stock remaining for finishing. Grinding is potentially an effective solution for meeting final tolerances. An abrasive technology provider investigates grinding as a complement to AM.

Basics 17 Apr 2019

When Additive Manufacturing Goes Beyond "Manufacturing"

An additive manufacturing machine is not a direct replacement for a machine tool. Its influence potentially extends far beyond the manufacturing floor, a fact explored in the latest issue of Additive Manufacturing magazine.