MMS Blog
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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Mobile Metrology
When Clinkenbeard of Rockford, Illinois, decided to invest in a Romer six-axis portable metrology arm in the fall of 2013, they expected it to help ensure the quality of the parts they make. What they didn’t expect was the host of additional benefits the device would provide.
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HSM Built to Handle High-Speed Machining
Designed to handle the rigors of high-speed machining, Hurco's VMX42HSi high-speed mill offers direct-drive servos, an 18,000-rpm integral spindle and X-Y-Z travels measuring 42" × 24" × 24".
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These Coolant Videos Are Cool
Haas Automation has created a series of educational videos on proper coolant maintenance. The mix of animated graphics and how-to demos is just right (just like the mix of coolant concentrate and water should be).
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Video: Leveraging Magnets for Robot Flexibility
Need to move both round and flat workpieces with a robotic arm? Magnetic end-of-arm tooling makes it possible to handle both of these shapes interchangeably, as the video in this article demonstrates.
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What Is Arbitrary Speed Threading?
This CNC function enables an operator to control chatter when repairing threads on components such as oilfield pipes.
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Video: Quiet Heavy Milling of Titanium
During test cutting with a new tool-and-toolholder combination for titanium, this video was shot to record the sound (or lack of sound) from a deep milling pass.
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Surprises from Machine Monitoring
When Mazak implemented an MTConnect-enabled machine monitoring system at its machine-tool factory in Florence, Kentucky, the data yielded some surprising results when analyzed. Read about what was discovered here.
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Robot Machining Unit
A robot-based machine tool provides a simple and flexible option for certain machining applications.
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The Rule of Thumb, Part 2
These additional guidelines will help maximize gage performance.
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Which Path Did You Choose?
We’re always interested in hearing about how individuals are trained and educated for careers in manufacturing. Know of an interesting, unusual or highly effective program in your area? Tell us about it.
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Eliminating Tool Pullout in Titanium Milling
Toolholder employs a secondary locking system to counter the high axial cutting forces encountered during the development of a tool for high-metal-removal-rate milling of titanium.
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