Mason Montalvo took up the challenge of starting his own shop running manual machine tools to produce complex parts.
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.
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.
Dive into popular milling articles from 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ, Moldmaking Technology, and Production Machining to discover tips, tricks, and innovations that will make your chips fly—and your competition sweat.
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.
Consider the entire system — along with your goals — when deciding between a full five-axis or a 3+2 approach.
Selecting stable radial depths of cut for 2.5D milling.
Kennametal global product manager Katie Myers explains how cutting tool features can impact machining strategies for different materials.
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.
Moving to a robust line of indexable drills enabled this shop to dramatically alter the manufacturing process for a problem part, doubling its profitability.
To monitor drilling operations for smart manufacturing solutions, torque and thrust force can be measured.
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.
By investing in machine monitoring that links machine data with the shop’s ERP system, this machine shop broke down communication barriers and dramatically reduced errors.
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.
What will define the next stage of machine monitoring software? MachineMetrics’ Rutherford Wilson believes the answer will look something like a manufacturing execution system.
After being acquired by the same parent company, two shops found that working together and sharing knowledge improved both of their bottom lines.
Sandvik announces Mastercam’s acquisition of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions, CamTech Engineering Services and CIMCO.
Simulation software’s effectiveness comes down to proper implementation and alignment with shop priorities.
Industry standards for surface finish help define the specifications of the instruments, how they are used, the results they provide and how they can be tested for performance.
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.
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.
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.
How tight-tolerance gaging and in-process automation can converge to streamline manufacturing processes.
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.
The next five years will present their own unique set of challenges, and shops can alleviate them by embracing these technologies and trends.
Don’t overlook controller options, process security options and coolant handling when staring down the line items of a new machine purchase.
A demonstration of an automated machining cell showed the power of combining vision systems, robots and AMRs.
John Andrick will support customers with electronic solutions designed to optimize automation processes and enhance robotic applications to support the evolving industry demands.
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.
TASC 2025 takes place in Indianapolis this August. Attendees will be able to learn automation strategies from their peers: All information—no bluster.
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.
The 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ editorial team highlights their takeaways from IMTS 2024 in a video recap.
IMTS only happens every two years. Here’s how to make the most of your time at the 2024 show.
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.
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.
New tech center is serving as a cutting-edge showroom and a technological hub for advanced machining applications.
New U.S.-based event announced in 2021 finally debuts next year: focuses on complete additive manufacturing value chain. More at formnextchicago.com.
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.
Half of the 16 machines in the company’s booth are world or North American debuts.
Learn more about the variety of technology and machinery Hwacheon Machinery America, Inc. is featuring at its IMTS 2024 booth.
FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Take a tour of Machineosaurus, a Massachusetts machine shop where every CNC machine is named after a dinosaur!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
So far, 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛhas 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?
91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ's Top Shops Benchmarking Survey is now open, offering metalworking and machining operations actionable feedback across several shopfloor and business metrics.
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.
Part of Major Tool’s 52,000 square-foot building expansion includes the installation of this new Waldrich Coburg Taurus 30 vertical machining center.
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.
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.
SSP’s commitment to adopting the latest machining technology benefits not only the business, but its employees as well.
Thousands of people visit our Supplier Guide every day to source equipment and materials. Get in front of them with a free company profile.
Jared Doerfler quit his comfortable job and taught himself CNC machining to launch his boutique putter company in small-town Iowa. With zero prior machining experience, Doerfler poured his life savings into a dream — crafting high-quality, American-made golf putters in his own machine shop. A story of risk, resilience and turning passion into reality.
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.
PMTS 2025: The ATOS Q blue-light 3D scanner combines high-tech electronics and optics with robust design and software to provide high-precision measurement results across diverse applications.
Supertec Machinery’s G25P complex cam grinding machine and EGM-80CNC twin-spindle ID/OD grinder provide a range of flexible grinding solutions.
PMTS 2025: Scientific Cutting Tools provides customized solutions that address specific geometries, coatings and material requirements.
PMTS 2025: The FMB Turbo RS 2-20 fully supports the bar pusher and stock from within the bar feeder to the lathe spindle.
PMTS 2025: Chiron is highlighting its FZ 19 S five-axis machining center, which is engineered to handle the demands of machining large parts.
PMTS 2025: ModuMini-Turn enables users to replace tool heads quickly and easily without removing the shank.
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.
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
Manufacturers and CNC shops face pressure to boost efficiency, cut costs and tackle labor challenges. Robotic machine tending can help, but success requires more than just a robot. Join Vention’s webinar to learn from experts with experience in 4,000+ automation deployments. They’ll cover key considerations, technical capabilities and best practices to ensure a smooth integration. Whether you're new to automation or optimizing an existing setup, this session will equip you with the knowledge to implement robotic machine tending confidently. Agenda: The real-world impact of robotic machine tending on workforce and production efficiency Key factors to consider when evaluating automation for your CNC machines How to integrate robots into existing operations and workflows Live examples and case studies from successful deployments
Discover how to program KUKA robots directly from your CNC controls — no robot programmer required. This webinar will showcase practical examples of plug-and-play communication between your machine tool and robot, enabling direct robot control through your existing CNC interface. Learn how to bridge the gap between robot integration and machine tool automation, by utilizing your existing in-house resources. Agenda: Introduction to KUKA Robotics Overview of machine tool automation using robots Advantages of controlling a robot from your CNC interface Functions and features of KUKA.PLC mxAutomation Simplifying machine tool automation with examples
Join Sandvik Coromant for an informative webinar on efficient roughing techniques for machining Blisk components. Explore strategies to optimize tool performance, minimize wear and address the challenges of complex geometries. Learn how indexable carbide options and solid round tools can enhance results in these demanding applications. Agenda: Understanding HRSA materials, complex geometries and machine tool capabilities Analyzing various roughing strategies for optimal performance Selecting the best roughing method to enhance tool life and part quality Choosing the right tools and settings for different roughing strategies Case studies and machining trials performed on inconel and titanium materials
Monitoring machines is not enough. Manufacturers need additional context from their operations to effectively execute and optimize production. With key context from work orders, labor performance and other sources, manufacturers can enable OEE analytics, automated downtime tracking, work order management and real-time production scheduling. In this session, learn how integrating MachineMetrics with ERP bridges the gap between shop floor activity and business operations to reduce downtime, optimize processes and improve on-time delivery. It's time to shift from simply monitoring machines to gaining a deeper understanding of production performance and optimizing work execution for greater efficiency. Agenda: Why machine monitoring alone is not enough to drive production execution The impact of integrating machine data with ERP systems How to deploy an automated manufacturing execution system with MachineMetrics
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.
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.
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
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
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.
Join DN Solutions America as it opens the doors of its new Chicago Technical Center. Expect high-end machines, technology, demos and seminars over the three-day event.
Think of additive and subtractive as complementary processes, rather than being in opposition.
Determining whether to use high-density fixtures or to simplify workholding requires a deeper look into the details of your parts and processes.
Knowing how scales will influence machine accuracy will help you decide if they’re worth the extra investment.
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