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“LaunchPoint” Premieres
A new series from Edge Factor explores how manufacturing professionals were "launched" into their careers.
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Emag Emphasizes Modular Gear Making
A recent open house event showcased an approach to tailoring a gear production system not through custom engineering, but by assembling the line from complementary standard machines.
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Dynamic Motion Moves Past Old Boundaries
The Dynamic Motion option in CNC Software’s Mastercam generates tool paths by following an expansive set of rules that are different from those most CAM software has traditionally followed. The motion of the tool is not defined strictly by boundaries of the area to be machined. Instead, the rules take into consideration not only the area from which metal is to be removed, but also the changing condition of the material throughout the various stages of machining.
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Automation Moving Forward
There are numerous factors that suggest that machine-tending robots will soon be much more commonplace in U.S. shops.
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QFS Keeps Its Customers Moving With Integrated CAD/CAM
Quickly updating tool paths to remachine die surfaces enables this shop to provide short runs of prototype formed sheet metal parts. This fast response to engineering changes and design adjustments helps its customers adhere to tightly scheduled vehicle launch programs. QFS relies on integrated CAD and CAM software to make this happen. In this case, the software of choice are PowerShape and PowerMill from Delcam.
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Refueling Manufacturing Through Storytelling
New media company Edge Factor is partnering with Purdue University and industry leaders to produce educational materials based on episodes of its shows.
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Retired Yet Inspired to Learn Machining
A retired engineer with no prior machining experience is learning how to be a machinist. His quickly increasing skillset demonstrates how new machining technology is becoming more capable and easier to pick up and apply.
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How “Nano-Onions” Help Improve Cutting Performance
Nano-scale carbon structures blended with this company’s coolant is said to provide increased tool life and overall cutting performance.
Read MoreLaunchPoint: Adrenaline Junkie
Martin Edge is always looking for new ways to challenge himself.
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Additive Manufacturing Energizes Innovation Days
The promise of additive technology loomed large at DMG MORI's Innovation Days event, where attendees were drawn to AM and hybrid machines.
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Video: Installing a Right Angle Head on a Toolchanger
This video steps you through the process for installing a standard right-angle head on a machine’s tool changer.
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Ballbar Basics—Running around in Circles
A ballbar testing system has three main components: the ballbar, a precision magnetic mount that attaches to the machine table, and a second precision magnetic mount that attaches to the machine spindle or spindle housing.
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