Until the middle of 2010, first-tier subcontract machinist, JJ Churchill, could produce turbine blades only if they had their fir-tree root-forms preground elsewhere, or if they were subsequently added by another subcontractor. No longer is this the case.
When you walk into the Redeye On Demand facility in Eden Prairie, MN, you enter into one version of the factory of the future. There you will see a bank of 100 high-end Fortus fused-deposition modeling (FDM) machines from Stratasys that provide the capacity to build real, functional parts with production-grade thermoplastics directly from CAD data.
Overall, there are two overriding customer needs: reducing cycle time and machine downtime. They want higher feed rates and depth of cut for greater metal removal.
Case Study: Cobots help better serve customers and improve environment for workforce
Recycling increases efficiency, enhances brand image and saves money.
Automation options have never been more diverse. We’re here to help you navigate the choice between robots and cobots with the question: ‘Which Path to Automation is Right for You?’
Texas Instruments celebrates the groundbreaking of LFAB2, a cutting-edge semiconductor fab in Lehi, Utah, while also investing in STEM education to empower students for the future.
Epsilon Advanced Materials is set to transform the U.S. EV battery industry with a $650 million investment in a cutting-edge North Carolina manufacturing facility.
German industrial machine manufacturer Trumpf posted €5.4 billion in sales as the company turns 100.
Mazak's 'Discover 2023' event showcased a future-focused approach to manufacturing, featuring cutting-edge technology, automation insights, and disruptive solutions. Learn how companies are thriving in a challenging industry landscape.
