Basics

Basics

A Solution for Faster Vise Jaw Change-Overs

This an angle lock vise design is said to enable users to change jaws in 30 seconds.

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Laser & Waterjet

Why Not Start With Waterjet?

In titanium, significant savings and process efficiency can result from the simple fact that abrasive waterjet cutting leaves the remaining stock intact.

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How One CNC Shop Effectively Machines Glass-Fiber-Filled Plastics

You know how to machine metals, but what about plastic machining? More specifically, glass-fiber-reinforced plastic? This machine shop has it figured out.

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Basics

Training CNC Machine Operators

Include specific instruction that targets entry-level workers.

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Basics

Why a Tech Center?

There was a time when a machine tool supplier could serve a local market sufficiently by having machines for sale in that region and having technicians available to service them. That much isn’t enough anymore, says SNK America.

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Milling Tools

Average Chip Thickness: What It Is and Why You Should Care

During milling applications, chips that are too thin might indicate inadequate heat dissipation that can cause premature insert wear. Too thick, and cutting forces might be high enough to break inserts outright. Cutting parameters should be set to attain a middle ground.

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G28 Versus G53

Which command is better to get your machine axes to the reference position?

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Basics

Helpful Alignment Tips for Machine Shops

This whitepaper from Pinpoint Laser Systems is designed to assist machine shops in aligning critical shop equipment.

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Basics

Video: How to Machine Soft Jaws

Haas Automation produced this excellent video on how to cut soft jaws for turning operations. These fundamentals aren’t just for first-timers: Even those who are so experienced that they practice 80 percent of fundamentals can still benefit from a refresher on the remaining 20 percent.

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Basics

Why Use Wedge Prisms for Beam Steering?

Wedge Prisms are transparent glass lenses with one side ground and polished at an angle.

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