The Automated Shop – A Conference and a Goal for U.S. Machine Shops
By: Brent Donaldson
Modern Machine Shop’s upcoming technical conference will be an opportunity to learn about several types of automation that are now accessible to small- and mid-sized machine shops in the U.S.
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Using the Toolchanger to Automate Production
By: Julia Hider
Taking advantage of a feature that’s already on the machine tool, Lang’s Haubex system uses the toolchanger to move and store parts, making it an easy-to-use and cost-effective automation solution.
Fixturing Castings Made Simple Through Adhesive Workholding
By: Evan Doran
When a casting proved too malleable for traditional gripping, Thomas/Euclid Industries adopted — and succeeded with — Blue Photon adhesive workholding.
Four-Axis Horizontal Machining Doubles Shop’s Productivity
By: Evan Doran
Horizontal four-axis machining enabled McKenzie CNC to cut operations and cycle times for its high-mix, high-repeat work — more than doubling its throughput.
Adjusting CAM Tolerance and Machine Modes to Fix Faceting Issues
By: John Miller
Fixing an issue often requires fine tuning of both CAM tolerances and the machine mode for full optimization and process reliability.
Generating a Digital Twin in the CNC
By: Mark Albert
New control technology captures critical data about a machining process and uses it to create a 3D graphical representation of the finished workpiece. This new type of digital twin helps relate machining results to machine performance, leading to better decisions on the shop floor.
Selecting a Thread Mill That Matches Your Needs
Threading tools with the flexibility to thread a broad variety of holes provide the agility many shops need to stay competitive. They may be the only solution for many difficult materials.
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Okuma Demonstrates Different Perspectives on Automation
By: Julia Hider
Several machine tools featured at Okuma’s 2023 Technology Showcase included different forms automation, from robots to gantry loaders to pallet changers.
Inside of JRLON Working With Metal, Plastic and Rubber
Jrlon, Inc. is recognized as a dependable source and leading supplier of plastic and specialty metal products. They are one of the premier PTFE processors in the United States. Jrlon's expertise also covers a wide range of other performance plastic materials and alloy steels for custom molding, machining, gear manufacturing, technical industrial coatings, welding, and sheet metal fabrication. Driven by innovative designers and engineers, Jrlon manufactures unique products vital to a wide variety of industries.
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Workholding Increases a CNC Shop’s Efficiency
Rimeco Products, Inc. is a family owned CNC Machine Shop located outside of Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland is known for manufacturing, with a lot of large OEM’s located in and around the city. Rimeco specializes in aerospace and defense products. Their experience, has led the to create in-house machining solutions to maximize efficiency.
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Choosing the Correct Gage Type for Groove Inspection
By: George Schuetz
Grooves play a critical functional role for seal rings and retainer rings, so good gaging practices are a must.
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Grinding Technology Prepares Manufacturers for Business Challenges
By: Julia Hider
Studer’s automation solutions, S100 flexible grinding machine and intelligent coolant system can help users with unattended machining, machining a range of workpieces and saving energy.
How Automation Boosts Output in High-Mix Environments
Machine shops of almost any size and production mix can automate machining operations. The key is selecting the right technology to fit the need and working with a reliable supplier to deliver planned performance. The result will be more opportunities for your shop to increase capacity, revenue, and profit.
Choosing the Right Machine for Turned and Milled Medical Parts
In the medical industry, tight tolerances and exacting specs are the norm, which means that machine selection is vital to ensure that throughput is high and the job is profitable.
The Benefits of Vertically Integrating Metal 3D Printing and Machining
By: Julia Hider
Having 3D printing and machining within one organization enables Addman’s engineers to collaborate and consolidate so it can quickly make successful metal 3D printed parts.
Automation Solutions, Multitasking Machines Take Center Stage at Machine Fest 2023
By: Nathaniel Fields
Methods Machine Tools' Chicago-area Machine Fest saw over 15 live demos and more than 20 industry vendors over its two days, with a noticeable presence of automation solutions and multitasking machines.
The Best Point of Reference for Program Zero Assignment Entries
By: Mike Lynch
Correctly specified program zero assignment and coordinate position values enable the CNC to determine how far to move the cutting tool during each positioning motion.
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