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26 Jul 2024
Digitalization and Done-In-One Reign Supreme at BIEMH 2024
European manufacturers may have a different balance of markets than their U.S. counterparts, but the practical challenges they must overcome are often similar — as are the solutions.

24 Jul 2024
Machine Tool Drawbar Made With Additive Manufacturing Saves DMG MORI 90% Lead Time and 67% CO2 Emission
A new production process for the multimetal drawbar replaces an outsourced plating step with directed energy deposition, performing this DED along with roughing, finishing and grinding on a single machine.

17 Jul 2024
ANCA Celebrates 50th Anniversary
ANCA CNC Machines is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a global producer of CNC tool and cutter grinders.

16 Jul 2024
Robot-Ready Laser Marking Machines Hit the Show Floor
Laser Marking Technologies LLC (LMT) is highlighting its robot readiness not only in its booth but also in its customers’ booths and partners Universal Robots and FANUC booths.

15 Jul 2024
A History of Precision: The Invention and Evolution of Swiss-Style Machining
In the late 1800s, a new technology — Swiss-type machines — emerged to serve Switzerland’s growing watchmaking industry. Today, Swiss-machined parts are ubiquitous, and there’s a good reason for that: No other machining technology can produce tiny, complex components more efficiently or at higher quality.

10 Jul 2024
Second B-Axis Improves Efficiency of Swiss-Type Machining
A highly stable, fully programmable B-axis on the subspindle of Nomura DS’s 20J3XBTC enables users to more quickly machine complex parts complete.
Tooling See All

17 Jul 2024
5 Tool Setting Techniques
Each tool setting technique has merit, and it depends on where you are as a shop and the type of work you do, as cost and efficiency all come into play.

17 Jul 2024
ANCA Celebrates 50th Anniversary
ANCA CNC Machines is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a global producer of CNC tool and cutter grinders.

12 Jun 2024
Orthopedic Event Discusses Manufacturing Strategies
At the seminar, representatives from multiple companies discussed strategies for making orthopedic devices accurately and efficiently.

27 May 2024
Industry Analysis: Machining Semiconductor Components
With many machine shops anticipating long-term growth in demand from the semiconductor industry, it is worth the time to heed the advice of manufacturers who have already been servicing this end-market for years.

20 May 2024
Using Automation to Reduce COGS and Stay Globally Competitive
Decade-long, multiphase automation investments lower operating costs and maintain technology lead in an increasingly competitive global market.

13 May 2024
Chuck Jaws Achieve 77% Weight Reduction Through 3D Printing
Alpha Precision Group (APG) has developed an innovative workholding design for faster spindle speeds through sinter-based additive manufacturing.
Software See All

17 Jul 2024
ANCA Celebrates 50th Anniversary
ANCA CNC Machines is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a global producer of CNC tool and cutter grinders.

19 Jun 2024
Automating Part Programming Cuts the Time to Engaging Work
CAM Assist cuts repetition from part programming — early users say it could be a useful tool for training new programmers.

17 Jun 2024
Open Mind Technologies Joins Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center as a New Member
Open Mind is partnering its CAD/CAM software with OMIC R&D’s experience in optimizing CAD/CAM solutions.

12 Jun 2024
Orthopedic Event Discusses Manufacturing Strategies
At the seminar, representatives from multiple companies discussed strategies for making orthopedic devices accurately and efficiently.

10 Jun 2024
Machine Monitoring Spurs Shop's Meteoric Growth
EPTAM Precision Plastics has achieved multiple years of 15% YoY growth by effectively applying Datanomix’s benchmarking and machine monitoring features.

5 Jun 2024
The Power of Practical Demonstrations and Projects
Practical work has served Bridgerland Technical College both in preparing its current students for manufacturing jobs and in appealing to new generations of potential machinists.
Measurement See All

31 Jul 2024
Understanding New Surface and Profile Standards
Standards for surface finishes and profiles are not static; they change as technology changes or new processes come along that need to be considered.

5 Jul 2024
Open House Showcases Technology Ahead of IMTS
Zoller’s open house in Ann Arbor, Michigan, provided attendees with a glimpse of the connectivity and efficiency the company’s products offer to users.

14 Jun 2024
Understanding Structured Light Scanning Measurements
Structured light scanning is used to create a digital twin of a manufactured part, but we must understand the measurement reproducibility to best use the data.

12 Jun 2024
Orthopedic Event Discusses Manufacturing Strategies
At the seminar, representatives from multiple companies discussed strategies for making orthopedic devices accurately and efficiently.

3 May 2024
Verisurf Sign Solutions Agreement With Hexagon
Verisurf will offer complete metrology solutions that combine its model-based inspection and measurement software, training and live technical support with Hexagon CMMs.

29 Apr 2024
Correlation Between Contact and Non-Contact Surface Analysis Equipment Is Critical — Until It Isn’t
Understanding the differences between measurement methods means their discrepancies can be explained and used as an advantage to produce better correlation.
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12 Jul 2024
Automate 2024 Recap: Software Accelerates Robotics
One of the biggest themes at Automate 2024 was the use of software to make robots easier to use and more efficient.

19 Jun 2024
Automating Part Programming Cuts the Time to Engaging Work
CAM Assist cuts repetition from part programming — early users say it could be a useful tool for training new programmers.

10 Jun 2024
DMG MORI Event Showcases “Machining Transformation”
DMG MORI’s Chicago Innovation Days event featured technologies designed to address the difficulties manufacturers face today.

29 May 2024
Seeing Is Believing: 3D Vision System Enables Bin-Picking Robot
With the help of a 3D vision system and robotic arms from FANUC, MetalQuest was able to automate a physically challenging bin-picking task.

22 May 2024
Stäubli Appoints New Robotics Director for North America
Christopher Clark will provide sales, service and support for the full range of Stäubli customers in North America.

20 May 2024
Using Automation to Reduce COGS and Stay Globally Competitive
Decade-long, multiphase automation investments lower operating costs and maintain technology lead in an increasingly competitive global market.
TASC See All

23 Oct 2023 Automation
Takeaways From TASC
Across a range of technical presentations aimed at small and mid-sized job shops, the first-ever Automated Shop Conference (TASC) offered insights into several automated technologies, implementation strategies, shopfloor training tips, and even the untapped power of automated coolant delivery.

26 Sep 2023 Automation
3 TASC Topics That Touch on Automation Considerations for Job Shops
Automation is no longer a luxury in manufacturing today – it’s a necessity. The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect job shops with experts who offer advice and considerations for this process.

21 Sep 2023 Automation
4 Lessons Your Shop Will Take Away From TASC
The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will give shops of all sizes and production volumes key insights and practical guidance on how to implement automation.

19 Sep 2023 Automation
Pay Attention to These 7 Themes at TASC
Looking to automate your shop floor? The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect shops with experts who can advise them through this transition.

14 Sep 2023 Automation
Learn How to Automate Your Machine Shop at 2023 The Automated Shop Conference
Attend TASC, The Automated Shop Conference, in Novi, Mich on Oct. 11, 2023 for a comprehensive look into how to use automation to transform your machine shop.

28 Jun 2023
Modern Machine Shop Celebrates 95th Anniversary
Staying adaptable and leading through change for 95 years and counting, Modern Machine Shop celebrates its 95th Anniversary since its first publication in 1928.
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26 Jul 2024
6 Trends in Additive Manufacturing Technology
IMTS 2024 features a larger Additive Manufacturing Pavilion than ever before, with veteran suppliers alongside startups and newcomers at the front of the West Building. As you browse these exhibitors, as well as booths found elsewhere at the show, keep an eye out for these trends in AM.

23 Sep 2022
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.

23 Sep 2022
The Manufacturing Community Reconnects at IMTS 2022
The renewal of collaborations, partnerships and networking opportunities created a new level of excitement at IMTS 2022 for 86,307 registrants.

17 Sep 2022
Beards of IMTS - Amazing Feats of Beard Engineering
Manufacturing has a multi-talented bunch of people, but who knew so many were adept in the facial hair industry? Check out the best of the beards at IMTS!

16 Sep 2022
A Decade Side by Side
This year’s show celebrates 10 years of co-location between IMTS and Hannover Messe.

15 Sep 2022
Showcasing the Benefits of Some Oft-Overlooked Grinders
Brent Donaldson of Modern Machine Shop sits down with Supertec's Don Staggenborg to discuss what the IMTS veterans brought to this year's show.
Columns See All

31 Jul 2024
Understanding New Surface and Profile Standards
Standards for surface finishes and profiles are not static; they change as technology changes or new processes come along that need to be considered.

29 Jul 2024
A User-Created Canned Cycle for Porting Tools
FANUC’s version of parametric programming, Custom Macro, enables you to create your own canned cycles tailored to whatever the application requires.

17 Jul 2024
5 Tool Setting Techniques
Each tool setting technique has merit, and it depends on where you are as a shop and the type of work you do, as cost and efficiency all come into play.

26 Jun 2024
Encountering Surface Finishes in the Everyday World
Surface measurement is becoming increasingly important to ensure proper performance of a manufactured product. Advanced surface measurement tools are not only beneficial in the manufacturing industry but also have unconventional applications.

21 Jun 2024
How One Machine Shop Adopted (and Defined) a Four-Day Work Week
In an industry facing perennial shortages of skilled labor, shop owners must leverage every competitive advantage at their disposal in their efforts to attract talent. One small shop in Bridgewater, Massachusetts is experimenting with a new staff schedule that the owners say is already reaping major benefits: a four-day work week.

12 Jun 2024
3 Considerations for Revising Design for Manufacturing Efforts
When revising part designs, investigate the 3D CAD, the 2D drawing and the part’s functional requirements to determine which details should be tightened up.
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7 Jul 2024
Investing in New Technology at AccuRounds
AccuRounds has created synergy between culture and technology, driving a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

21 May 2024
The First American-Made Watch in a Half Century
In the latest episode of our View From My Shop series, MMS Editor-in-Chief Brent Donaldson visited the JN Shapiro Watches headquarters and production facility where Founder Joshua Shapiro—a history teacher turned watchmaker—realized his dream of "making a watch from scratch and everything in it."

17 Aug 2023
Lights Out Machining With An Automated 5-Axis Cell
Legacy Precision Molds takes us on a tour of their moldbuilding facility. They've recently implemented two automated 5-axis cells for metal and graphite machining that run lights out during nights and weekends.

24 May 2023
CNC Deburring OEM That Is Also A Job Shop
Take a look inside James Engineering, a high-end CNC Deburring OEM that became a job shop when they decided to produce their own parts in-house.

17 Apr 2023
How Modal Testing Can Reveal Dynamic Machining Responses
Tool-holder-spindle-machine combinations each have a unique dynamic response in the same way that each person has a unique fingerprint, which can be revealed using modal testing.

12 Apr 2023
Precision Manufacturing of Large and Complex Parts
Explore Tech-Max, a CNC machine shop that specializes in precision machining large and complex parts ranging from 10 in. to over 10 ft.
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11 Apr 2023
Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 6: Why, and How, Hardinge is Reshoring Machine Tool Production
In this episode of Made in the USA, several executives and senior staff at Hardinge give their first-person account of how they formulated the plan to shift the manufacturing of its milling and turning product lines from its Taiwan plant to its plant in Elmira, New York, the major challenges they encountered and the rewards that made it worth the effort.

7 Mar 2023
Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 4: A Measured Approach
The L.S. Starrett Co. has been manufacturing precision measurement tools in Athol, Massachusetts, since 1880. Attention to U.S. manufacturing often focuses on reshoring manufacturing from other countries, but Starrett never left. The facility in Athol employs hundreds and produces thousands of tools that remain vital for measurement in machining and other fields.

21 Feb 2023
Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 3: The Robots Come Home
The latest episode “Made in the USA” podcast explores a company that uses collaborative robots, one of the key tools helping US machine shops and other manufacturers compete with lower cost countries by automating production.

7 Feb 2023
Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 2: Man, No Smoke!
When Puneet and Neelam Neotia moved from India to the United States several years ago, they brought with them a family background in manufacturing and CNC machining. Now the couple is working to get their startup machine shop off the ground, sourcing new customers and getting the word out about their shop in Clarksville, Indiana. The couple — proud to publicize their "Made in the USA" parts — is leveraging family connections and manufacturing capabilities back in India, but not in the way that some people assume.

24 Jan 2023
Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 1: A Return From China
Entrepreneur Scott Colosimo found early success in China producing parts for his Cleveland-based motorcycle company in the mid-2000s. This is the story of how IP theft issues overwhelmed the business, prompting Colosimo and his team to start over from scratch — and move production back to the United States.

12 Jan 2023
Made in the USA – Season 1 Episode 6: The Way Forward
So far, Made in the USA has looked into system-wide effects of broken supply chains, automation, skilled workforce issues and our perception of manufacturing jobs — examining each topic through a prism of individual experiences. For this final episode for Season 1, let’s look at one more system-wide question and bring it back to personal perspectives: Is there today a new dawn, a new moment for American manufacturing?
Top Shops Benchmarking See All

25 Jul 2024 Top Shops
Increasing Productivity with Digitalization and AI
Job shops are implementing automation and digitalization into workflows to eliminate set up time and increase repeatability in production.

8 Feb 2024 Top Shops
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7 Feb 2024 Top Shops
Top Shops 2024 Is Now Live
The Top Shops 2024 survey for the metalworking market is now live, alongside a new homepage collecting the stories of past Honorees.

6 Oct 2023 Workforce Development
Finding Skilled Labor Through Partnerships and Benefits
To combat the skilled labor shortage, this Top Shops honoree turned to partnerships and unique benefits to attract talented workers.

4 Oct 2023 Workforce Development
Same Headcount, Double the Sales: Successful Job Shop Automation
Doubling sales requires more than just robots. Pro Products’ staff works in tandem with robots, performing inspection and other value-added activities.

29 Sep 2023 Turning Machines
CNC Machine Shop Honored for Automation, Machine Monitoring
From cobots to machine monitoring, this Top Shop honoree shows that machining technology is about more than the machine tool.
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7 Jul 2024 View From My Shop
Investing in New Technology at AccuRounds
AccuRounds has created synergy between culture and technology, driving a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

21 May 2024 View From My Shop
The First American-Made Watch in a Half Century
In the latest episode of our View From My Shop series, MMS Editor-in-Chief Brent Donaldson visited the JN Shapiro Watches headquarters and production facility where Founder Joshua Shapiro—a history teacher turned watchmaker—realized his dream of "making a watch from scratch and everything in it."

17 Aug 2023 View From My Shop
Lights Out Machining With An Automated 5-Axis Cell
Legacy Precision Molds takes us on a tour of their moldbuilding facility. They've recently implemented two automated 5-axis cells for metal and graphite machining that run lights out during nights and weekends.

24 May 2023 View From My Shop
CNC Deburring OEM That Is Also A Job Shop
Take a look inside James Engineering, a high-end CNC Deburring OEM that became a job shop when they decided to produce their own parts in-house.

17 Apr 2023 View From My Shop
How Modal Testing Can Reveal Dynamic Machining Responses
Tool-holder-spindle-machine combinations each have a unique dynamic response in the same way that each person has a unique fingerprint, which can be revealed using modal testing.

12 Apr 2023 View From My Shop
Precision Manufacturing of Large and Complex Parts
Explore Tech-Max, a CNC machine shop that specializes in precision machining large and complex parts ranging from 10 in. to over 10 ft.
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9 Aug 2024 Shop Management Software
MachineMetrics Scheduling Software Streamlines Operations
IMTS 2024: MachineMetrics’ Production Scheduling Intelligence can seamlessly integrate real-time data and predictive analytics into manufacturing operations.

9 Aug 2024 Inspection and Measurement
Zeiss Upgrades CMMs to Support Sustainability
IMTS 2024: Zeiss highlights upgrades to its Prismo family of CMMs, designed to reduce power consumption and support sustainability.

9 Aug 2024 Machining Centers
Parpas Milling Machine Creates Turbine Blades at High Speeds
IMTS 2024: Parpas Americas Corp. is displaying the Unika high-speed milling machine for turbine blade machining, equipped with linear motors on its three linear axes and torque motors on the rotary axis.

9 Aug 2024 CAD/CAM
Concepts NREC Updates Five-Axis CAM Software Efficiencies
IMTS 2024: Concepts NREC showcases updates to its Max-PAC five-axis CAM software, which aims to simplify and accelerate geometry setup, the editing of blade points and the rate of collision avoidance options.

9 Aug 2024
Eural Aluminum Alloy Bars Provide Optimal Machinability
IMTS 2024: The 6026LF, 2033 and 2077 aluminum alloy bars were developed in compliance with international directives such as RoHS, REACH, ELV and the latest CLP standards.

9 Aug 2024 Horizontal Machining Centers
Kitamura Five-Axis Machining Cell Enables Unmanned Operation
IMTS 2024: Kitamura Machinery showcases the Supercell-300G five-axis, horizontal machining cell designed for compact machining and a pallet pool system, along with other CNC automation systems.
Webinars See All

14 Aug 2024
Turning 90 Degrees on Its Head
Don’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your chip-making processes and stay ahead of the competition. Agenda: What is a VTL? Differences between horizontal and vertical lathes Advances of VTL processes: gravity, part size, advanced tooling and milling capabilities, reduced setup, and reduced floor space

20 Aug 2024
Turning Data Dilemmas into Dollar Signs
A recent survey found that the number one challenge manufacturers face in sales forecasting is a lack of accurate data. Siloed data across CRM, ERP and other platforms makes this even more difficult. By integrating ERP and CRM data with revenue intelligence, you can achieve a unified view of the customer journey and turn data into actionable insights. Agenda: Enhancing customer satisfaction with comprehensive data views Empowering sales teams with AI-driven insights and automation tools Enabling strategic decision-making for business growth and efficiency

22 Aug 2024
How a Third-Generation Machine Shop Owner Adopted Industry 4.0
In this webinar, Wiscon Products President and CEO Torben Christensen will share his experiences integrating real-time machine data into daily workflows, addressing common operational challenges and achieving significant improvements in efficiency and productivity. As a MachineMetrics customer since 2018, Torben and his team have a number of key insights to share on the adoption and use of production monitoring and analytics. Learn how real-time, accurate data can drive continuous improvement, reduce waste and optimize allocation. This webinar will provide valuable insights for manufacturing leaders looking to enhance their decision-making processes and achieve greater operational efficiency.

27 Aug 2024
How to Nest SolidWorks Parts and Assemblies
Nesting parts for fabrication, woodworking or soft goods production saves money by optimizing material usage and reducing waste. NestingWorks is a SolidWorks add-in that can be used independently for nesting or in combination with your integrated CAM software to create CNC programs for machining of the nested sheets of parts. It automatically flattens parts and includes several advanced options to save you time in CNC programming. Join this webinar to experience the benefits of integrated nesting software. Agenda: See how integrated nesting uses full associativity with SolidWorks and automatically nests parts, assemblies and folders of parts Learn how integrated nesting provides true shape nesting, part-in-part nesting, user-specified grain direction and layouts for parts with varied thickness Watch a demonstration to see how integrated nesting produces the maximum number of parts from a single piece of raw material in a matter of minutes

28 Aug 2024
AI: Accelerating CNC Machining and Programming Today
In this webinar, CloudNC Co-Founder Theo Saville reveals how U.S. machine shops are using cutting-edge AI today to accelerate their CNC machining, helping them become more efficient and save over 1,000 production hours per year. Theo will demonstrate CAM Assist, an AI solution that automates CAM programming within existing CAD/CAM platforms — and even provides working physics-based cutting parameters for your existing toolsets. Attendees will learn how the technology has developed, its current capabilities and applications, and how it is expected to progress in the near future. Agenda: How U.S. machine shops are using AI tools to automate their CAM programming and increase their productivity and efficiency How AI tools can help fill the CAM programming skills crisis What tasks AI can be successfully applied to today and what the future holds How AI can fit into machinists' workflows today without specialist training Advanced applications, such as setting cutting parameters and soft jaw fixtures with AI

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Beyond CAM: Solving 5 Big Challenges in Discrete Part Programming
Join Hexagon to learn how you can transcend traditional CAM systems to revolutionize your discrete part programming. Hexagon's comprehensive approach integrates design, manufacturing and inspection processes to streamline production workflows and achieve operational excellence. Discover how its advanced suite of CAD/CAM, process optimization and automation technologies empowers manufacturers — from medical to aerospace — to seamlessly transition from prototyping to full-scale production. This session is designed for professionals seeking to enhance precision, efficiency and quality in CNC machining operations, providing valuable insights into the latest advancements in manufacturing technology. Agenda: Optimizing part preparation for error-free manufacturing Simplifying complex part machining through advanced CNC programming Enhancing safety and efficiency with collision avoidance and process verification Leveraging shop-floor production intelligence with automated machine monitoring Driving manufacturing success through effective automation and collaboration

13 Aug 2024 New & Upcoming
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9 Sep 2024
Make Your Shop a Top Shop
This ½-day program offers visitors insight into this year's annual Top Shops benchmarking survey. Learn from industry experts and current and past Top Shop award winners and find out what makes a shop rise to the top and how your shop stacks up against the competition. This workshop registration includes: Access to Monday IMTS ELEVATE Job Shops sessions An afternoon refreshment break Access to the IMTS Exhibit Halls Access to Monday IMTS ELEVATE Job Shops proceedings Access to the Tuesday (9/10/24), IMTS Elevate Job Shops reception in S100A&B | 4:00-5:30pm QUESTIONS? CONTACT JMYERS@GARDNERWEB.COM

10 Sep 2024
Parts Cleaning Conference at IMTS 2024
Debuting in 2010, the Parts Cleaning Conference is the leading and most trusted manufacturing and industrial parts cleaning forum focused solely on delivering quality technical information in the specialized field of machined parts cleansing. Providing guidance and training to understand the recognized sets of standards for industrial cleaning, every year the Conference showcases industry experts who present educational sessions on the latest and most pressing topics affecting manufacturing facilities today. Discover all that the 2022 Parts Cleaning Conference has to offer!

11 Sep 2024
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11 Sep 2024
AM Workshop - Powder Bed Fusion
Laser powder bed fusion is the most widely used additive manufacturing method for metal part production, and electron beam melting is a closely related technology. For metalworking facilities contemplating a move into metal AM using technologies such as these, here is a road map for success. Speakers will cover materials, safety, part design, production workflow and differences between laser and electron beam metal powder bed fusion systems.

6 Oct 2024
Women in Manufacturing Summit 2024
Women in Manufacturing is excited to announce that the 2024 SUMMIT will be a hybrid event — both an in-person and virtual experience. Both program offerings will enable you to grow through education and connections that are insightful, meaningful and actionable. Join Women in Manufacturing Oct. 6-9, 2024, in Boston or digitally for an event filled with plant tours at leading manufacturing facilities, professional development sessions, roundtable discussions on important topics, and inspiring keynotes. All while engaging and interacting with peers through social and networking events!

15 Oct 2024
FABTECH 2024
FABTECH 2024 will be held October 15-17, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, at the Orange County Convention Center. FABTECH provides a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, discover innovative solutions, and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits. There is no better opportunity to network, share knowledge and explore the latest technology, all here in one place. Future U.S. Show Dates and Locations 2025 – September 8-11 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL 2026 – October 21-23 at Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV 2027 – September 13-16 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL

9 Sep 2024 New & Upcoming
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17 Jul 2024 Tooling
5 Tool Setting Techniques
Each tool setting technique has merit, and it depends on where you are as a shop and the type of work you do, as cost and efficiency all come into play.

12 Jun 2024 Basics
3 Considerations for Revising Design for Manufacturing Efforts
When revising part designs, investigate the 3D CAD, the 2D drawing and the part’s functional requirements to determine which details should be tightened up.

6 May 2024
When to Refurbish and When to Buy New
The choice between buying a new machine or refurbishing the current one will become clear after a thorough assessment of the machine.

29 Mar 2024 Inspection and Measurement
4 Ways to Establish Machine Accuracy
Understanding all the things that contribute to a machine’s full potential accuracy will inform what to prioritize when fine-tuning the machine.

4 Mar 2024 Five-Axis
How to Successfully Adopt Five-Axis Machining
While there are many changes to adopt when moving to five-axis, they all compliment the overall goal of better parts through less operations.

16 Feb 2024 Automation
How to Choose the Right Automation Solution for Your Shop
Consider what types of implementation your shop prefers when deciding between workpiece-handling and pallet-handling automation solutions.
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Machining Center Reduces Change-Over Time

Southwestern Industries’ Trak LPM machining center is designed for for low-volume work.

Vertical Machining Centers 17 Jan 2012

Space-Saving VMC Efficiently Machines Complex Medical Parts

The Mazak Vertical Center Nexus Compact is a space-saving, high-speed, VMC designed for small, complex medical parts.

Vertical Machining Centers 15 Jan 2012

High Performance VMC

The Ganesh VFM 4020 Express VMC table measures 40" × 23".

Horizontal Machining Centers 11 Jan 2012

Small Engine Precision Fuels Fifth-Axis Production Concept

The challenge holding tight tolerances for its billet RC helicopter engine components drove this company to develop an innovative fifth-axis tombstone device to complete multiple parts on an HMC in one setup.

Vertical Machining Centers 3 Jan 2012

VMC Offers High-Speed Machining with Small Footprint

Chevalier’s QP-1620L VMC features a 1,891-ipm rapid speed in a 100" × 66" × 92" footprint.

Vertical Machining Centers 16 Dec 2011

Pallet Changer Keeps Machine and Operator Busy

A new VMC with an automated pallet changer helped this shop meet customer requirements for lower prices and faster deliveries.

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Which Five-Axis Machine for Mold Makers?

This Chicago-area mold shop compares tilting-spindle and tilting-table five-axis machines.

Horizontal Machining Centers 16 Dec 2011

HMC’s Oversized Guideways Boost Rigidity

Designed for high-production environments requiring high accuracy, YCM Americas’ H630B HMC incorporates oversize roller-type guideways for increased rigidity.

Vertical Machining Centers 15 Dec 2011

High-Performance VMC

Ganesh’s VFM 4020 Express VMC features a 40" × 23" table.

Vertical Machining Centers 14 Dec 2011

Sidehead Offers Optimum Angle for Turning Tall, Flanged Parts

A sidehead option is available for Mag vertical turning centers (VTCs) equipped with tables ranging from 1,250 to 3.500 mm (49.2" to 137.7" that can accommodate 3,300-mm (129.9") tall parts with diameters ranging to 3,700 mm (145.6").

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