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Understanding Errors In Hand-Held Measuring Instruments
Different instruments (and different operators) are prone to different errors.
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Heavy Engineering: The Complex Logistics of Moving Large Machine Tools
One of our fascinations with large-format machine tools has little to do with their capabilities, but everything to do with the logistics involved with getting them up and running. Here’s how one of the world’s oldest builders of giant machine tools tackles the challenge.
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When to Use Custom Macros With a CAM System
Custom macros can offer benefits even when using a CAM system to prepare programs – but must be implemented with the right considerations.
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How To Calibrate Your Calipers
If you’re interested in calibrating your own digital, dial or Vernier calipers, here are some steps to take to make sure it goes off without a hitch.
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Registration Now Open for 2022 Parts Cleaning Conference
The one-day conference, co-located with IMTS this year, enables attendees to not only learn all things parts cleaning but also to immerse themselves in everything IMTS has to offer.
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Grinding Wheel Safety: Respect The Maximum Speed
One potential source of serious injury in grinding comes from an oversight that is easy to make: operating the wheel in an over-speed condition.
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Five Digital Manufacturing Trends Reflected in 3D Printing and Machining
As the digitization of machining accelerates, it’s seeing more crossover with its innately digital relative, additive manufacturing. On this episode of AM Radio, Julia Hider and Matt Danford discuss common themes in machining and 3D printing.
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How to Grow the Business with Real-Time Job Status Data
ERP systems that focus on making data more accessible can improve communication within a shop, reducing wasteful errors and improving capacity.
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Watchmaking: A Machinist’s View
Old-world craftsmanship combines with precision machining on a vertical machining center and Swiss-type lathe to produce some of the only U.S.-made mechanical wristwatch movements.
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6 Steps to Take Before Creating a CNC Program
Any time saved by skipping preparation for programming can be easily lost when the program makes it to the machine. Follow these steps to ensure success.
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Metal 3D Printing vs. Machining
Learn specifically about how metal 3D printing compares to traditional CNC machining; material properties, part economics and throughput will be discussed in this Desktop Metal webinar.
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JM Performance Products High Torque Retention Knobs Assist Preco Manufacturing
Preco Manufacturing achieved superior finishes for aerospace applications through JM Peformance Products' high torque retention knobs.
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