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How to Correctly Measure Surface Finish
When providing surface finish specs, engineers sometimes leave out the actual testing parameters. Here’s how to be sure measurements are as accurate as possible.
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Edge Computing Device Simplifies Small-Scale Digital Manufacturing
A nonprofit group touts an economical means of unlocking capability ranging from CNC machine tool monitoring to closed-loop process control.
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The Right Gage for Measuring Small Bores
Small bore holes present a unique set of challenges for precision measurement, but small mechanical bore gages can be used for tight tolerances in this application.
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How Prototyping Addresses Unknowns and Reduces Risks
One benefit of metal AM is the capability to create functional prototypes in less time, enabling you to rapidly iterate on design alternatives during development.
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Consistency and Compatibility Improve CNC Productivity
Consistency and compatibility among CNC machines can decrease setup time and confusion among operators.
Read More5 Smart Drilling Lessons Apply Beyond the Application
A specific machine learning use case illuminates general principles for applying artificial intelligence at any CNC machining business.
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Adopting a Growth Mindset for Additive Manufacturing
Failures can help us learn, especially in the case of additive manufacturing. Breaking down psychological barriers like fear of failure can help AM users succeed.
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10 Characteristics of a Valuable Machine Shop
What is your machining business worth? A recent event focused on machine shop ownership change revealed what machine shop buyers look for in making this evaluation.
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Beyond Toolpaths: Four Additional Priorities for CNC Programs
An effective CNC program respects considerations such as ease of use and program-to-program consistency that go beyond just driving the machine in a particular application.
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Test Indicators Excel for Tight Tolerances and Small Spaces
Test indicators are sometimes overlooked or replaced by dial or digital indicators, but for some situations, they can’t be beat.
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Look Again — Multiprocess Machine Tools Hint at Machine Shop Changes
The acceptance of complex machine tools has measurably increased. Recent articles offer a multifaceted look at multitasking machines.
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Top Shops Are Data-Driven by Definition
CNC machine shops at various stages of digitalizing their operations share a commitment to evidence-backed decision-making.
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