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21 Mar 2025
Inverted Milling Offers Power in a Compact Machine
To compete in terms of stability and horsepower, Modig’s recent IM-8 mill takes an unorthodox approach: positioning the spindle at the bottom of the work area.

4 Mar 2025
Shop Tour Video: Inside a Family-Owned Machine Shop Specializing in High-Precision Plastics
In this episode of “View From My Shop,” East Coast Precision Manufacturing guides us through their plastics job shop. Learn how this shop has quickly and inexpensively built out its shop floor, as well as how it formed a niche for itself during difficult business conditions.

25 Feb 2025
CNC Milling Tips & Tricks: 7 Articles For You to Mill Through
Dive into popular milling articles from 91��Ƶ��վ��, Moldmaking Technology, and Production Machining to discover tips, tricks, and innovations that will make your chips fly—and your competition sweat.

10 Feb 2025
How to Build Out a Machine Shop for Submarine Parts
Five-axis large-format machining has given Granite State Manufacturing the ability to take on complex submarine parts — and has also worked as a recruiting tool for experienced machinists.

17 Jan 2025
When to Use 3+2 Versus Full Five-Axis for Finishing Operations
Consider the entire system — along with your goals — when deciding between a full five-axis or a 3+2 approach.

15 Jan 2025
OEMs Showcase Hybrid Manufacturing Applications
Mazak and Mastercam worked together to demonstrate the viability of hybrid additive/subtractive machining techniques at a recent event held in Florence, Kentucky.
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24 Feb 2025
Stability Maps for Milling
Selecting stable radial depths of cut for 2.5D milling.

22 Jan 2025
Picking the Right End Mill
Kennametal global product manager Katie Myers explains how cutting tool features can impact machining strategies for different materials.

10 Jan 2025
Inside the Process of Cutting Tool Recycling
Global Tungsten & Powders, part of the Ceratizit Group, sheds light on the processing steps that convert a shop’s used inserts into new tools and other applications.

6 Jan 2025
Indexable Drill Heads Double Profitability
Moving to a robust line of indexable drills enabled this shop to dramatically alter the manufacturing process for a problem part, doubling its profitability.

23 Dec 2024
Measuring Torque, Thrust Force for Smart Drilling Operations
To monitor drilling operations for smart manufacturing solutions, torque and thrust force can be measured.

18 Dec 2024
PowRgrip Responds to Three Tooling Trends
Rego-Fix’s PowRgrip tooling system has expanded over the past 20 years to incorporate a wider range of tool sizes, as well as automation.
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20 Mar 2025
Blueprints to Chips: CAD/CAM Tips and Tricks
This collection of articles delves into the latest CAD/CAM innovations, from AI-driven automation and optimized tool paths to the impact of digital twins and system requirements.

17 Mar 2025
Taking Machine Monitoring from Data to Action
What will define the next stage of machine monitoring software? MachineMetrics’ Rutherford Wilson believes the answer will look something like a manufacturing execution system.

5 Mar 2025
Five-Axis CAM Strategies Cut Cycle Time for Two Shops
After being acquired by the same parent company, two shops found that working together and sharing knowledge improved both of their bottom lines.

5 Mar 2025
Mastercam Expands CAM Ecosystem With Acquisitions
Sandvik announces Mastercam’s acquisition of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions, CamTech Engineering Services and CIMCO.

21 Feb 2025
Turning the Corner on Virtual Machining and Simulation
Simulation software’s effectiveness comes down to proper implementation and alignment with shop priorities.

29 Jan 2025
Advanced Tool Paths, Simple Implementation
Programming advanced tool paths used to be a complex, time-consuming task. Canned cycles in CAM software have now made them more accessible than ever.
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26 Feb 2025
Marathon Precision’s Engineering Playground: One Shop’s Secret to Sustaining High Tech, Low-Volume and High Morale
Half an airplane on the wall, a ten-foot metal dragon, and a full-blown recording studio might not scream “manufacturing efficiency,” yet Marathon Precision proves otherwise. Here’s how forging, complex CNC operations and staff-driven creative projects combine to fuel the shop’s productivity and profitability.

25 Feb 2025
Zeiss Showcases Innovative Metrology Technology at Online Event
Zeiss will reveal seven new metrology technologies and software updates at its Zeiss Live Tech Reveal on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET.

3 Feb 2025
Simplicity Meets Function in Starrett Programmable Indicator
Programmable, touchscreen-controlled indicators like Starrett’s W4900 can perform a wider range of tasks than either dial or traditional digital counterparts while proving simpler to use.

31 Jan 2025
Automating Fixed-Body Plug Gaging
How tight-tolerance gaging and in-process automation can converge to streamline manufacturing processes.

16 Jan 2025
Automating Double-Flank Gear Testing
The form and surface finish of individual gears are becoming more demanding. Automated double-flank rolling tests are a particularly realistic measurement that simulates the behavior of the gears in operation.

23 Dec 2024
Measuring Torque, Thrust Force for Smart Drilling Operations
To monitor drilling operations for smart manufacturing solutions, torque and thrust force can be measured.
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20 Mar 2025
Blueprints to Chips: CAD/CAM Tips and Tricks
This collection of articles delves into the latest CAD/CAM innovations, from AI-driven automation and optimized tool paths to the impact of digital twins and system requirements.

19 Mar 2025
3 Machine Options to Aid Automation
Don’t overlook controller options, process security options and coolant handling when staring down the line items of a new machine purchase.

18 Mar 2025
KUKA Automation Tech Day Highlights the Power of Integrated Automation Technologies
A demonstration of an automated machining cell showed the power of combining vision systems, robots and AMRs.

17 Mar 2025
SMW Autoblok Promotes Sales Lead for Automation, Electronics
John Andrick will support customers with electronic solutions designed to optimize automation processes and enhance robotic applications to support the evolving industry demands.

28 Feb 2025
Three Features That Maximize Unattended Machining on Palletized Machines
Probing and laser systems, large tool magazines, and pallets with multiple parts enable users to run pallet systems for longer periods of time, increasing spindle uptime.

12 Feb 2025
The Four Phases of a Manufacturer’s Automation Evolution
With more and more automation options available for manufacturers, how do shops figure out what works best? Medical manufacturer rms Company has acquired robot arms, AGVs, pallet changers and software, and while it has found success with all, it has learned how some solutions meet its particular needs better than others.
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4 Feb 2025
Why Add TASC to Your List?
TASC 2025 takes place in Indianapolis this August. Attendees will be able to learn automation strategies from their peers: All information—no bluster.

23 Jan 2025 Automation
Why We Ask Machine Shop Leaders to Speak at TASC – The Automated Shop Conference
TASC is our industry’s premier peer-to-peer automation stage where America’s shop leaders refine the art of metalworking and CNC machining. For conference speakers, it's also an opportunity to showcase your skills and gain exposure for your business. Here are five why stepping into the spotlight at TASC could be your smartest move toward elevating your shop.

10 Oct 2024 Automation
IMTS 2024: Trends & Takeaways From the 91��Ƶ��վ�� Editorial Team
The 91��Ƶ��վ�� editorial team highlights their takeaways from IMTS 2024 in a video recap.

9 Sep 2024 Basics
10 Tips to Make the Most of IMTS
IMTS only happens every two years. Here’s how to make the most of your time at the 2024 show.

23 Oct 2023 Automation
Takeaways From TASC
Across a range of technical presentations aimed at small and mid-sized job shops, the first-ever Automated Shop Conference (TASC) offered insights into several automated technologies, implementation strategies, shopfloor training tips, and even the untapped power of automated coolant delivery.

26 Sep 2023 Automation
3 TASC Topics That Touch on Automation Considerations for Job Shops
Automation is no longer a luxury in manufacturing today – it’s a necessity. The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect job shops with experts who offer advice and considerations for this process.
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13 Sep 2024
DN Solutions America Unveils Impressive Chicago Technical Center at IMTS 2024
New tech center is serving as a cutting-edge showroom and a technological hub for advanced machining applications.

13 Sep 2024
Coming to McCormick Place in April: Additive FOR Manufacturing at Formnext Chicago
New U.S.-based event announced in 2021 finally debuts next year: focuses on complete additive manufacturing value chain. More at formnextchicago.com.

12 Sep 2024
Chiron Group Unveils Virtual Showroom & Live Demos at IMTS 2024
Chiron Group combines the best of both worlds at IMTS 2024, featuring live demonstrations of their Micro5 and Mill 2000 machines, alongside a cutting-edge virtual showroom. This innovative approach allows visitors to explore Chiron’s full product lineup without the logistical challenges of transporting large equipment.

12 Sep 2024
JTEKT Debuts Eight Machines at IMTS
Half of the 16 machines in the company’s booth are world or North American debuts.

12 Sep 2024
Go Big or Go Home: Hwacheon Displays a Wide Variety of Machinery at IMTS 2024
Learn more about the variety of technology and machinery Hwacheon Machinery America, Inc. is featuring at its IMTS 2024 booth.

12 Sep 2024
FANUC Details Robotic Vision, ROBODRILLS and More at IMTS 2024
FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.
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19 Mar 2025
3 Machine Options to Aid Automation
Don’t overlook controller options, process security options and coolant handling when staring down the line items of a new machine purchase.

3 Mar 2025
One Machine Shop's Unlikely Edge: Generosity, Creativity and Vertical Integration
Here's how Marathon Precision masterfully pairs trust, creativity and a full spectrum of manufacturing tech — from blacksmithing to precision CNC machining — to outpace competitors.

21 Feb 2025
Turning the Corner on Virtual Machining and Simulation
Simulation software’s effectiveness comes down to proper implementation and alignment with shop priorities.

31 Jan 2025
Automating Fixed-Body Plug Gaging
How tight-tolerance gaging and in-process automation can converge to streamline manufacturing processes.

23 Jan 2025
Why We Ask Machine Shop Leaders to Speak at TASC – The Automated Shop Conference
TASC is our industry’s premier peer-to-peer automation stage where America’s shop leaders refine the art of metalworking and CNC machining. For conference speakers, it's also an opportunity to showcase your skills and gain exposure for your business. Here are five why stepping into the spotlight at TASC could be your smartest move toward elevating your shop.

17 Jan 2025
When to Use 3+2 Versus Full Five-Axis for Finishing Operations
Consider the entire system — along with your goals — when deciding between a full five-axis or a 3+2 approach.
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4 Mar 2025
Shop Tour Video: Inside a Family-Owned Machine Shop Specializing in High-Precision Plastics
In this episode of “View From My Shop,” East Coast Precision Manufacturing guides us through their plastics job shop. Learn how this shop has quickly and inexpensively built out its shop floor, as well as how it formed a niche for itself during difficult business conditions.

6 Feb 2025
Shop Tour Video: You've Never Seen a Manufacturing Facility Like This
In the latest installment of our “View From My Shop” series, explore Marathon Precision’s multi-process approach to manufacturing, where blacksmiths and hand-forged dies meet state-of-the-art CNC machining. Discover how restoring classic muscle cars and building custom art projects creates a dynamic shop culture — and draws top talent to this unique and innovative metalworking facility.

9 Jan 2025
Shop Tour Video: From Garage Shop to Leading Aerospace Supplier
From repairing aircraft interiors to manufacturing medical implants, Superior Joining Technologies excels at CNC machining, TIG welding, laser welding, and NADCAP-accredited nondestructive testing. Discover how this Rockford-based company supports the aerospace industry through a combination of advanced technologies.

19 Dec 2024
Inside a High-Volume CNC Shop Powered by Custom Shop Management Software | Machine Shop Tour
How does a CNC machine shop meet the demands of high-volume aerospace and medical manufacturing? In this shop tour, Hirsh Precision Products showcases how their custom production management software integrates with the shop floor to drive efficiency, quality control, and traceability — and serve as the backbone of their AS9100 and ISO 13485-certified operations.

24 Oct 2024
Inside Machineosaurus: Unique Job Shop with Dinosaur-Named CNC Machines, Four-Day Workweek & High-Precision Machining
Take a tour of Machineosaurus, a Massachusetts machine shop where every CNC machine is named after a dinosaur!

20 Aug 2024
Custom Motorcycle Parts Made Here: Video Tour of a Family-Owned CNC Machine Shop
Lee Wimmer invited us to tour his second-generation family-owned machine shop in Perkasie, PA. This video explores the production processes behind precision-machined parts for both Wimmer Custom Cycle and LS Wimmer Machine Co., and shows how ingenuity and determination are still at the heart of American manufacturing. Today, both companies are now managed by Wimmer’s three sons.
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11 Apr 2023
91��Ƶ��վ��- Season 2 Episode 6: Why, and How, Hardinge is Reshoring Machine Tool Production
In this episode of Made in the USA, several executives and senior staff at Hardinge give their first-person account of how they formulated the plan to shift the manufacturing of its milling and turning product lines from its Taiwan plant to its plant in Elmira, New York, the major challenges they encountered and the rewards that made it worth the effort.

7 Mar 2023
91��Ƶ��վ��- Season 2 Episode 4: A Measured Approach
The L.S. Starrett Co. has been manufacturing precision measurement tools in Athol, Massachusetts, since 1880. Attention to U.S. manufacturing often focuses on reshoring manufacturing from other countries, but Starrett never left. The facility in Athol employs hundreds and produces thousands of tools that remain vital for measurement in machining and other fields.

21 Feb 2023
91��Ƶ��վ��- Season 2 Episode 3: The Robots Come Home
The latest episode “Made in the USA” podcast explores a company that uses collaborative robots, one of the key tools helping US machine shops and other manufacturers compete with lower cost countries by automating production.

7 Feb 2023
91��Ƶ��վ��- Season 2 Episode 2: Man, No Smoke!
When Puneet and Neelam Neotia moved from India to the United States several years ago, they brought with them a family background in manufacturing and CNC machining. Now the couple is working to get their startup machine shop off the ground, sourcing new customers and getting the word out about their shop in Clarksville, Indiana. The couple — proud to publicize their "Made in the USA" parts — is leveraging family connections and manufacturing capabilities back in India, but not in the way that some people assume.

24 Jan 2023
91��Ƶ��վ��- Season 2 Episode 1: A Return From China
Entrepreneur Scott Colosimo found early success in China producing parts for his Cleveland-based motorcycle company in the mid-2000s. This is the story of how IP theft issues overwhelmed the business, prompting Colosimo and his team to start over from scratch — and move production back to the United States.

12 Jan 2023
91��Ƶ��վ��– Season 1 Episode 6: The Way Forward
So far, 91��Ƶ��վ��has looked into system-wide effects of broken supply chains, automation, skilled workforce issues and our perception of manufacturing jobs — examining each topic through a prism of individual experiences. For this final episode for Season 1, let’s look at one more system-wide question and bring it back to personal perspectives: Is there today a new dawn, a new moment for American manufacturing?
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31 Jan 2025 Top Shops
2025 Top Shops Benchmarking Survey Now Open Through April 30
91��Ƶ��վ��'s Top Shops Benchmarking Survey is now open, offering metalworking and machining operations actionable feedback across several shopfloor and business metrics.

23 Sep 2024 Top Shops
Top Shops: Designing a Shop to Meet Customer Needs
Working closely with customers and making careful investments has enabled this Wisconsin machine shop to tackle difficult jobs with tight deadlines as a core part of its business.

11 Sep 2024 Aerospace
How a Custom ERP System Drives Automation in Large-Format Machining
Part of Major Tool’s 52,000 square-foot building expansion includes the installation of this new Waldrich Coburg Taurus 30 vertical machining center.

4 Sep 2024 Top Shops
Creating a Learning Culture at JD Machine
JD Machine, 2024’s Top Shops Honoree in Human Resources, embodies its “Education for Life” core value with a robust apprenticeship program and significant continuous improvement efforts.

2 Sep 2024 Top Shops
Machine Shop Mastery: Insights from America’s Top Shops
Ever wonder what sets Top Shops apart from the competition? Dive into their award-winning practices and explore behind-the-scenes strategies for operational excellence.

30 Aug 2024 Turning Machines
The Human Impact of Machining Technology
SSP’s commitment to adopting the latest machining technology benefits not only the business, but its employees as well.
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12 Mar 2025 Aerospace
Function Over Form
While the metalworking industry includes a wide variety of machine shops, it is worthwhile remembering that the differences obscure a key commonality: they all run on human ingenuity.

4 Mar 2025 Vertical Machining Centers
Shop Tour Video: Inside a Family-Owned Machine Shop Specializing in High-Precision Plastics
In this episode of “View From My Shop,” East Coast Precision Manufacturing guides us through their plastics job shop. Learn how this shop has quickly and inexpensively built out its shop floor, as well as how it formed a niche for itself during difficult business conditions.

6 Feb 2025 View From My Shop
Shop Tour Video: You've Never Seen a Manufacturing Facility Like This
In the latest installment of our “View From My Shop” series, explore Marathon Precision’s multi-process approach to manufacturing, where blacksmiths and hand-forged dies meet state-of-the-art CNC machining. Discover how restoring classic muscle cars and building custom art projects creates a dynamic shop culture — and draws top talent to this unique and innovative metalworking facility.

9 Jan 2025 Aerospace
Shop Tour Video: From Garage Shop to Leading Aerospace Supplier
From repairing aircraft interiors to manufacturing medical implants, Superior Joining Technologies excels at CNC machining, TIG welding, laser welding, and NADCAP-accredited nondestructive testing. Discover how this Rockford-based company supports the aerospace industry through a combination of advanced technologies.

19 Dec 2024 View From My Shop
Inside a High-Volume CNC Shop Powered by Custom Shop Management Software | Machine Shop Tour
How does a CNC machine shop meet the demands of high-volume aerospace and medical manufacturing? In this shop tour, Hirsh Precision Products showcases how their custom production management software integrates with the shop floor to drive efficiency, quality control, and traceability — and serve as the backbone of their AS9100 and ISO 13485-certified operations.

24 Oct 2024 View From My Shop
Inside Machineosaurus: Unique Job Shop with Dinosaur-Named CNC Machines, Four-Day Workweek & High-Precision Machining
Take a tour of Machineosaurus, a Massachusetts machine shop where every CNC machine is named after a dinosaur!
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21 Mar 2025 Machines
Prime Technical Services Monitoring Solutions Support Lights-Out Manufacturing
PMTS 2025: Prime Technical Services Inc. showcases CNC tool monitoring and process control from Caron Engineering, as well as smart manufacturing solutions from Blum-Novotest Inc.

21 Mar 2025
Chicago Extruded Metals Appoints Director of Sales, Marketing
Jim Miller will focus on driving Chicago Extruded Metals’ growth as its director of sales and marketing.

21 Mar 2025 Turning Machines
JBM Vertical Turning Lathes Provide Versatile, Compact Performance
PMTS 2025: The WVT-190 and 190K vertical turning two-axis lathe models from WSI are said to have the power, strength and capacity to take on a range of projects from large to small.

21 Mar 2025 Vertical Machining Centers
Pyramid VMC Provides Versatile Machining Performance
PMTS 2025: The CPV-1050B’s box way construction, 40-taper, Big Plus Spindle with large diameter bearings and FANUC 25-hp spindle motor enables for heavy cutting in ferrous and exotic materials.

21 Mar 2025
Fischer Custom Trepan Form Tools Boost Cutting Precision
PMTS 2025: Fischer Special Tooling showcases its precision, high-performing and cost-effective custom trepan form tools.

19 Mar 2025 Turning Machines
APSX Swiss Lathe Enables Compact Performance With Minimal Setup
PMTS 2025: The APSX-Nano enables intricate, precise cuts that are well suited for aerospace, medical and micro-mold applications.
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8 Apr 2025
Digitize Your QMS. Ace Your Audits.
Eliminate the inefficiencies of paper, word and PDF based quality management with 1factory’s powerful digital QMS software. Learn how 1factory streamlines document control, automates approvals, simplifies training management and enhances non-conformance tracking — ensuring audit readiness and regulatory compliance. Join 1factory to discover how 1factory can help modernize your quality management processes, reduce administrative overhead and enhance collaboration across teams. Agenda: Transitioning your QMS: Ensure a seamless transition from your current system to 1factory, where legacy documents can effortlessly migrate with just a click of a button Document control: Author, import and manage procedures effortlessly with version control, redline markup and automated approvals, ensuring real-time accuracy and compliance Training management: Assign, track, and automate training to maintain workforce competency, simplify onboarding and meet compliance requirements. Non-conformance management: Improve efficiency with automated workflows for NCRs, Complaints, CAPAs, SCARs and Audit Findings Quality matrix & linkages: Discover how 1factory enables users to easily identify connections across their QMS while providing a quality matrix dashboard that highlights potential risks and opportunities within your organization

16 Apr 2025
Utilizing Digital Tools to Maintain Manufacturing Compliance
Staying compliant with regulatory bodies, customer requirements and supplier needs are an absolute necessity for manufacturers. If you want to maintain a respected reputation, retain trading partners and grow your business, you must be up to date on the never-ending changes your industry demands. Hear from Bobbie Jarvi, VP of Radley Operations, on how digital tools and an experienced software partner can not only bring you into compliance but help you stay there. CAI will share real-life use cases of manufacturers in a variety of industries on their efforts to stay compliant and how manufacturing software helped get them there.

17 Apr 2025
5 Benefits of All-in-One CAD/CAM for a Wide Range of Machines
Does your machine shop include a wide range of CNC machines? Having a single, all-in-one CAD/CAM system for all your CNC machines is efficient and cost-effective. This webinar will provide information on five of the top benefits of implementing a fully-integrated CAD/CAM system with solutions for all your CNC machines. Agenda: Learn how an all-in-one CAD/CAM system will help streamline your workflows and provide faster design to manufacturing See a demonstration of CAM software for a wide range of CNC machines — with functionality for milling up to five-axis simultaneous, turning, mill turning, wire EDM, routers, lasers, waterjets, probing and more Receive information on how a fully-integrated CAD/CAM system improves accuracy, eliminates data translation issues, lowers training requirements and provides overall cost savings

On Demand
Automation in Metalworking Fluid Optimization and Management
Mismanaging metalworking fluids manually, such as coolants and lubricants, can result in increased costs due to overconsumption, unnecessary downtime, reduced tool life and lower productivity. Implementing suitable automated monitoring and control technologies can prevent these issues, enhancing productivity, quality and cost-effectiveness. In this webinar, Quaker Houghton experts will discuss key considerations for selecting automation technologies that offer more practical and accurate methods for measuring and controlling metalworking fluids while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Attendees will learn from real case studies how automating fluid management on the shop floor optimizes fluid life cycles, minimizes waste and reduces total cost of ownership.

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Balloon Your Print in 2 Minutes: Speeding the QA Process
Speed up ballooning — don’t let it eat up hours or days. With High QA’s one-click ballooning, you can quickly balloon drawings, extract GD&T and create a bill of characteristics in minutes. Register now to discover faster ballooning, FAI, PPAP and more! Agenda: One-click ballooning: automatically extract GD&T/PMI data with optical character recognition No cut and paste: eliminate errors and wasted time Centralized data: store and manage all drawings and BoC digitally Integrated FAI and PPAP: generate one traceable report

On Demand
Global Complex Manufacturing Outlook 2025
Join SYSPRO and Frost & Sullivan for an exclusive webinar to explore emerging trends and opportunities shaping global complex manufacturing in 2025. This webinar is perfect for manufacturing leaders, decision-makers and professionals seeking actionable insights into the future of complex manufacturing technology and trends. Agenda: Top 6 technologies transforming manufacturing Digital readiness vs. real-world adoption Actionable strategies for 2025

25 Mar 2025 New & Upcoming
Beyond Machine Monitoring: Executing Work with Automated MES Register Now
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1 Apr 2025
PMPA National Technical Conference 2025
PMPA national meetings are a great way to meet face-to-face and develop strategic relationships. PMPA members have access to dynamic speakers, informative sessions and networking opportunities. Our events are tailored so that everyone has a change to learn: owners, management, shop floor personnel, engineers, human resources, etc.

2 Apr 2025
Parts Cleaning Workshop
Critical Cleaning Hands-on Workshop Do it; learn it! The one-day workshop teaches how cleaning and cleanliness testing work. By participating in hands-on exercises of techniques for cleaning and cleanliness verification, attendees gain the understanding and knowledge to make practical, effective, and sustainable manufacturing decisions. While exercises are supplemented by demonstrations and tutorials, the workshop is not death by PowerPoint! Topics include aqueous, solvent, and “non-chemical” cleaning, including cleaning chemicals and cleaning processes (spray, ultrasonics, cyclic nucleation, in-line, batch). Most manufactured product and product contact surfaces require cleaning during (and sometimes after) manufacture and assembly. Examples of areas where effective cleaning is essential include: metal fabrication, product assembly, optics, electronics, microelectronics, wafer fab, medical devices, aerospace/aeronautics, military, and additive manufacturing. WHAT DO YOU CALL CLEANING? There are many different terms for cleaning. Cleaning Precision Cleaning Critical Cleaning Safety/Critical Cleaning Surface Prep for Finishing Technical Cleanliness Residue Removal WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THE WORKSHOP If you or your company fabricates, finishes, maintains or repairs product or product contact surfaces (like reaction vessels), this workshop is time well-spent. If you sell chemicals or cleaning equipment, this workshop will help you better understand and optimize the market for your products. Examples include: Manufacturing Engineers Product Designers Managers Sales and Marketing Managers Facilities Personnel Assemblers, operators Process Technicians Quality Control Personnel Regulatory Affairs Experts (industry, military, and government) Safety/environmental professionals Participants will receive a PDF Certificate of Completion with continuing education credits from Sam Houston State University.

8 Apr 2025
Rapid + TCT 2025
On April 8-10, 2025, RAPID + TCT will roar into the Motor City! The three-day event features the latest in 3D printing technology from the industry’s leading product and service providers, a full schedule of speakers including the returning Executive Perspectives Keynote Series, and over 125 hours of educational content. The expansive show floor will showcase over 400 exhibiting companies’ latest advancements. Start planning your trip to Detroit to experience North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event! Register

14 Apr 2025
Powder Coating Week 2025
For more than 30 years, the Powder Coating Institute has hosted an annual event that focuses on providing education for all those using powder coating and those interested in learning more about the technology. Over the years, the event has taken many forms. With a strong commitment to continuous education of the powder coating industry, PCI will again host its Powder Coating Week 2025 from April 14th – 16th in Orlando, FL. Powder Coating WEEK 2024 consists of four separate events: 1. Powder Coating 101 Workshop: Powder Coating Done Right: The Basics 2. Custom Coater Forum 3. Powder Coating Technical Conference 4. Tabletop Exhibition

29 Apr 2025
DMG MORI Chicago Innovation Days 2025
DMG MORI looks forward to welcoming you to their annual Chicago Innovation Days, at the DMG MORI Chicago Solution Center in Hoffman Estates IL, from April 29th - May 2nd, to explore the benefits of MX - Machining Transformation: the future of manufacturing.

12 May 2025
Automate 2025
As the largest robotics and automation event in the Americas, this is the place for anyone working with or curious about automation. Join us in discovering what’s next – for you and the world.

1 Apr 2025 New & Upcoming
Precision Machining Technology Show (PMTS 2025) Register Now
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19 Mar 2025 Automation
3 Machine Options to Aid Automation
Don’t overlook controller options, process security options and coolant handling when staring down the line items of a new machine purchase.

21 Feb 2025 Data-Driven Manufacturing
Turning the Corner on Virtual Machining and Simulation
Simulation software’s effectiveness comes down to proper implementation and alignment with shop priorities.

17 Jan 2025 Five-Axis
When to Use 3+2 Versus Full Five-Axis for Finishing Operations
Consider the entire system — along with your goals — when deciding between a full five-axis or a 3+2 approach.

19 Dec 2024 Additive Manufacturing
How Additive Can Complement Subtractive Manufacturing
Think of additive and subtractive as complementary processes, rather than being in opposition.

21 Nov 2024 Workholding
Prioritizing Workholding Density Versus Simplicity
Determining whether to use high-density fixtures or to simplify workholding requires a deeper look into the details of your parts and processes.

6 Nov 2024
Should You Add Linear Scales to Your Machine?
Knowing how scales will influence machine accuracy will help you decide if they’re worth the extra investment.
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Velmex’s UniSlide Assemblies feature compact optical encoders for positioning or gaging in manufacturing and testing. Mounted on the screw-driven slides, the encoders are offered in two resolutions: 1 micron and 5 microns. LED digital readout has an RS-232C interface, a zero reset button and an inch/metric toggle switch. Built for loads as heavy as 300 lbs, the stages come in four cross-sectional widths: 2.5", 4", 6" and 9". Able to be motor-driven, the slides’ travels range from 1" to 84".

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