Machines
Understanding Swiss-Type Machining
Once seen as a specialty machine tool, the CNC Swiss-type is increasingly being used in shops that are full of more conventional CNC machines. For the newcomer to Swiss-type machining, here is what the learning curve is like.
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What to Do When Five-Axis Machining Is Off the Table
For Fischer USA, 3+2 machining with a high-precision rotary table adds flexibility without the cost of a full five-axis machine.
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Waterjet Machine Creates High-Precision, Complex 3D Parts
IMTS22: Hypertherm’s OptiMax waterjet cutting machine provides faster and more accurate print-to-part cutting.
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GF Machining Solutions' Wire EDM Provides Accurate Production
GF Machining Solutions’ CUT X 500 and CUT P 350 Pro wire-cutting EDM machines offer heightened accuracy, precision and productivity.
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Five-Axis Machining Center Accommodates Small Workpieces
Mitsui Seiki’s compact PJ 303X machining center, to be highlighted at IMTS 2022, provides high precision, speed and versatility for critical parts like lens molds, medical products and EDM electrodes.
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When Automating a Task Beats Automating the Process
A medical manufacturer proves why a high mix of complex work need not deter any manufacturer from automation, whether via robot or pallet system.
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Compact Machining Center for Small Workpieces
IMTS22: Chiron Group’s Micro5 maximizes precision for small, micro-technical workpieces such as medical, watchmaking, jewelry and small electronics.
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View From My Shop Episode 5: Inside a Full Five-Axis Shop With KCS Advanced Machining
In this episode of our shop tour series, KCS Advanced Machining takes us inside their shop and breaks down why they decided to invest completely in five-axis machining centers.
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United Grinding, Titans of CNC Launch Grinding Academy
The Grinding Academy offers free online courses to teach and train the next generation of machinists.
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Mazak's Syncrex Swiss-Style Lathe Provides Flexible, Versatile Operation
Mazak's Syncrex Swiss-Style series is designed for higher volume, small precision-machined parts.
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