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Automation Adds Capacity to Capability for Low-Volume Work
Investment in machining technology has facilitated growth and diversification at Reich Tool & Design. Now, flexible automation allows the shop to get more out of its machines despite a shortage of skilled workers.
Read MoreFive Reminders For Machining Graphite
Graphite machining can be a tricky business, so keeping certain issues top of mind is vital to productivity and profitability.
Read MoreMC Machinery to Showcase EDMs and More
Eastec 2021: MC Machinery will highlight two EDM machines, a five-axis VMC and more in booth 1426.
Read MoreMachining 101: What is Electrical Discharge Machining?
Electrical discharge machining, or EDM, is a non-contact form of machining that projects sparks from an electrode or wire to vaporize material of any hardness.
Read MoreMethods Machine Tools Adds New FANUC EDM Models
Methods Machine Tools Inc. added the next generation of the FANUC RoboCut series to its line of wire electrical discharge machining (EDM) products.
Read MoreNew Machining Centers Improve Moldmaking Workflow
Westminster Tool has shifted the workflow in its moldmaking department to incorporate high-speed five-axis and, as a result, cut lead times and reduce the need for wire EDM.
Read MoreMitsui Seiki Installs First Blue Arc Machine
Mitsui Seiki has installed what it says is the first Blue Arc-using machine tool. Blue Arc uses a multiple-point discharge event for material removal, whereas EDM uses a single-point discharge.
Read MoreAnca's EDG3 and SparX Erosion Generator Cut Cycle Times
Anca’s Electro Discharge Grinding 3 machine with Anca Motion’s SparX Erosion Generator uses a variety of tech innovations to maintain geometries and cut PCD cycle times by 50%.
Read MoreSodick Proprietary Linear Drives Maximize Machine Accuracy
Sodick’s K4HL CNC small hole drilling machine and AL G series die-sinker EDMs feature the company’s proprietary rigid linear motor drives for increased accuracy.
Read MoreMC Machinery Opens Southeast Technology Center
MC Machinery has opened a new technology center in Concord, N.C. to act as a showroom and demo station for its range of manufacturing solutions.
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