Articles
Can Transparency Bring More Efficient Sourcing?
A resource that aims to be free for machine shops asks detailed capability information so parts can be matched to producers, and OEMs can target RFQs to shops that are ready to run the work.
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March Metalworking Activity Continues January Trends
The Gardner Business Index: Metalworking saw expanding activity in new orders, production and backlog at slightly increased rates in March.
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Putting Production on Repeat with Machine Tool Automation
Cobots and automation advances have spurred tooling and workholding innovations like Big Daishowa’s zero-point workholding system and EWA fine boring head.
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AI Chip Flushing Keeps the Lights Out
Swiveling, camera-guided coolant nozzles solve a CNC machining automation problem that is ideal for artificial intelligence (AI).
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Additive Manufacturing to the Rescue — Again
AM is the perfect candidate to solve production problems that began during the pandemic.
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Back to School: CNC School Co-Locates With Machine Shop
By allowing this CNC school to operate inside its facility, this machine shop benefits as much as the school does.
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Using (And Scaling) FDM 3D Printing for Production
Maxwell June’s razor press, which is designed to combine the ease of use of a disposable razor with the environmental and cost benefits of a wet shaving system, is made via FDM 3D printing. How did the company make this choice, and how does it plan to scale up?
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91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ: April 2022
The latest edition of 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ is now available! Check out the April issue to get fresh content from our editorial team and insights and perspectives from around the industry.
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Fabrication Machine Automates Production of Flat Parts
While generalized automation systems are certainly useful, sometimes narrowly focused automation is exactly what a shop needs.
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The Role Of Standard Work In Industry 4.0
Are you looking to transform your machine shop into a well-oiled, digitally connected workplace? If so you've likely identified the importance of aligning people, processes, and systems for a successful digital transformation.
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Video: Shifting into Shop Ownership
Mike Budde, owner of Budde Precision Machining, shares his experience with buying a machine shop and what he’s learned in his two years of shop ownership.
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How To Passivate Stainless Steel Parts
You've made sure the parts were machined to spec. Now, make sure you've taken steps to protect those parts in the condition your customer expects them.
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