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February MBI at 49.6 – Industry Essentially Flat
With a reading of 49.6, Gardner’s metalworking index showed that business activity in the metalworking industry was virtually flat in February 2013 compared to January 2013.
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Haas Challenge Grant Supports Veteran Training
In support of Workshops for Warriors, the Gene Haas Foundation has offered a matching grant for as much as $100,000 to increase support of veteran training. Workshops for Warriors, a San Diego nonprofit, is helping address the need for workers as well as veterans’ needs for employment by providing free training and certification in manufacturing trade skills to veterans.
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Work Handling’s Final Step
Machine tool accessories supplier Royal Products manufactures centers, but the company was damaging some of these parts because of its approach to work handling. Learn how the company changed it work handling approach, and was able to run lathes unattended.
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A Different Approach to Tool-Break Detection
A standard feature on the CNC of this shop's workhorse machine helps improve confidence in unattended runs.
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Relocated Steelmaker Forges New Efficiencies
Here's an inside look at steel production at A. Finkl & Sons' new plant, where revamped workflow and new equipment promise to significantly increase capacity and shorten lead times.
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Video: Trochoidal and Cryogenic Blisk Machining
Machine tool supplier Mag-IAS produced this video to illustrate an efficient approach to titanium blisk production.
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The In-House Initiative
OEMs experiencing outsourcing issues might consider this manufacturer’s approach to establishing an appropriate level of in-house machining capabilities.
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Adapting to Aerospace Change
The changing demands of aerospace companies have prompted machine shops such as this one to evolve their processes and equipment to become more competitive.
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A Tidy Turning Cell
This compact cell offers automated turning and inspection for extended periods of unattended operation.
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Advances in Laser-Scanning Technology
Learn how the latest laser scanning devices and software offer a number of advantages for inspection and reverse engineering.
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On-Call Coolant Reclamation Unit
Portability enables this coolant reclamation unit to be used on many different machine tools. Plus, it can be used without shutting down the machine.
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“Every Word Is Like a Drop of Blood”
As a writer who struggles mightily with his craft at times, I read that and said to myself, “Ain’t that the truth!” The quote in the title above is from a piece appearing in the latest IMTS Insider newsletter. In “The Top 10 List of Hints for Good News Writing,” Mary Uhrina offers valuable advice to writers, including those who may be tasked with composing news and exhibitor announcements related to the International Manufacturing Technology Show (September 8-13, 2014).
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