July 2022 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $173.2 million, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.
The Metal Removal pavilion at IMTS features automated technologies cojoined to make better parts.
Want to decrease setup times and become more competitive? Before investing in quick-change tooling or a new machine tool, take a look in the mirror: The roadblock might just be you.
This week’s Automate trade show in Detroit demonstrated the drive for flexibility on the factory floor.
Even for those well on the automation path, there can be stumbling blocks to overcome or additional areas to be automated. A new, objective view from a different source could provide a satisfying solution.
At this week’s RAPID + TCT show, the promise of additive manufacturing was on display. There was also talk of challenges facing the industry.
Two executives, speaking at RAPID + TCT today, called on increased efforts in 3D printing.
There’s a type, geometry and coating for virtually any application or material.
The range and requirements of flexible machining cells are increasing.
Additive veteran Andrew Graves boldly goes where no materials expert has gone before.