Machines

Five-Axis

Why Go Five-Axis: Machine Types and Benefits

Even as the benefits of five-axis machining stack up year by year, the barrier for entry crumbles.

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Automation

New Laser Technology in Non-contact Optical Dimensional Metrology

LADAR technology from API sets a new standard in non-contact optical dimensional metrology for manufacturing industries.

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Die/Mold

Twin Spindle Design Doubles Production of Small Parts

After experiencing process stalls in the finishing stage of production, Bryan Machine Service designed an air-powered twin spindle and indexable rotating base to effectively double its production of small parts.

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Turn/Mill

Digital Demo: People and History Drive Solutions

Bourn & Koch has long provided unique manufacturing solutions. However, the people who work at Bourn & Koch enable the company to deliver value to each partner they work with. From service to assembly to engineering, each step builds on the solution—helping you solve your most challenging manufacturing problems. (Sponsored)

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Turning Machines

Kaast Machine Tools Updates Dual-Spindle Lathe

The A-Turn SYMCNC Dual-Spindle Lathe is now available in four different swing lengths, including 22.5", 24", 26.75" or 36".

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Basics

Choosing a Five-Axis Machine Tool With Automation in Mind

While much focus is placed on the machinery that moves parts, the features most important for automating five-axis machining are arguably found in the machine tool itself.

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Turn/Mill

When Too Many Customers Spoil the Part

Duo CNC used to take on as many customers as the shop could handle. But when growth stalled, a top-down audit by the company’s general manager revealed that its customer base was inhibiting growth — and causing the shop to be less efficient and productive.

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IMTS

IMTS 2022 Review: Attention to Automation Extends Beyond the Robot and the Machine

The advance toward increasingly automated machining can be seen in the ways tooling, workholding, gaging and integration all support unattended production. This is the area of innovation I found most compelling at the recent International Manufacturing Technology Show.

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Turning Machines

Fryer's Vertical Turret Lathe Features Traveling Column Design

Fryer's VT Series features an innovative traveling column design that enables a large swing in a small footprint.

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Automation

Positioned to Prevail: Designing Processes Around People

Stecker Machine Company shows that getting the most value from employees means valuing your employees.

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