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Optical Metrology and Automation – a Natural Fit

Automation in manufacturing is more important than ever, reducing costs and improving quality. While it is important in assembling cars, machining engines, or drilling holes in airframes, is it important to metrology operations as well? “Absolutely,” explained Michael Kleemann, engineering manager VRSI (Plymouth, MI).

Big CNC Machine Gives Shop An Aerospace Lift

When a contract manufacturer sees an opportunity in the competitive aerospace market, it sets priorities aimed at providing the right combination of processes required to meet the industry’s exacting demands. Precision machining and finishing, parts inspection, and, of course, certifications from OEMs and industry alliances are at the top of the list. Increasingly, aerospace suppliers like Volvo Aero Connecticut (Newington, CT) are benefiting from five-axis machining, advanced CNC controls, motors and drives, robotic deburring, and on-machine inspection for a competitive advantage.

Marposs Celebrates 60 Years of Precision in North America

Marposs Corp. celebrates 60 years in North America and is expanding its portfolio with precision measurement equipment and acquisitions, making significant strides in the EV and semiconductor industries while emphasizing innovation and global reach.

Metalformers: Economic Forecasts Vary

Metalforming companies’ forecast for economic activity over the next three months remained fairly steady from the previous month, with some manufacturers expressing optimism and others anticipating headwinds.

Thinking Outside the EDM Box

With FABTECH 2022 in Atlanta fast approaching, it might be time to rethink electrical discharge machining’s traditional roles.

Using Data to Deliver Results

There’s much more to leveraging production data than its capture and analysis; there’s also integration with the company’s other software systems and the strategic perspective that results.