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CAD/CAM

Laying Composites Fiber—Digitally

The most recent release of Spring Technologies’ NCSIMUL software can simulate the laying of fiber ribbon with NC machines.

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Aerospace

An Electrochemical Option for Blisks, Blades

This machining platform offers the non-contact electrochemical/precision electrochemical processes for five-axis milling of turbine engine blades and blisks.

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Automation

Cylindrical Grinding Machine Tour Launches

United Grinding recently introduced its Studer S11 small-parts production grinding machine to the North American market on the USS Yorktown. You’ll soon be able to see it, too, as it embarks on an eight-city tour, which started Feb. 19.

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Funding Training is Worth the Risk

What if an employee receiving paid training from an employer takes that training and goes to a different company?

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Grinding

Compact Cylindrical Grinding Machine for High Production

United Grinding recently introduced its Studer S11 small-parts production grinding machine to the North American market. An online video demonstrates an interesting cam-actuated loading system that’s available with the machine.

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Basics

Good Video on Machining Basics

Training somebody with no shop experience? Have them check out this video.

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Aerospace

TRAM Returns to IMTS 2014, Keynote Speakers from Boeing

The targeted aerospace conference takes place September 10-11, 2014, and will kick off with a presentation from the Vice President of Research and Technology at Boeing.

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LaunchPoint: Hitting the Reset Button

Minnesota electrician Nathan Engstrom began again with a new career.

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Economics

Industry Shows Fast Growth

With a reading of 54.2, Gardner’s metalworking business index for January showed that conditions in the metalworking industry have improved dramatically.

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Basics

Why a Few Degrees Matter

3 + 2 machining might not be as captivating as five-axis contouring operations, but it can be just as valuable.

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CAD/CAM

Helping the Bloodhound SSC Hunt for a New World Record

This video shows how Delcam PowerMill’s Vortex machining strategy is helping to manufacture the front suspension subassembly for the Bloodhound SSC (SuperSonic Car).

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Grinding

Product Spotlight Slideshow: Grinding

Our February product spotlight features grinding equipment ranging from abrasive grinding wheels to cylindrical grinding machines for large workpieces.

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