Process Holds Keys to Efficient Titanium Machining January 1, 2016 Demand for machining titanium for aerospace applications won’t abate any time soon. It is driving OEMs and the supply chain in the commercial airplane market to find ways to dramatically increase machining output. Whatever date you pick from now until 2030, there’s a sufficient backlog of commercial airliners for both structural and jet engine applications to keep spindles humming around the clock cutting titanium.
Metrology Gets Connected September 1, 2015 “Metrology and its relationship to manufacturing is rapidly evolving,” Ken Woodbine, president, Wilcox Associates, a brand of Hexagon Metrology (North Kingstown, RI), recently observed. “We are seeing larger quantities and faster speeds of measurement data collection. The next challenge is what to do with all that data.”
Getting a Grip on Rotating Round Tools May 2, 2017 Toolholding for rotating round tools—end mills, drills, and taps—continues to evolve with innovative designs aimed at guaranteeing precision, security, and repeatability. As a result, suppliers of toolholding technology have made supporting the precision, security, and repeatability of shrink-fit, mechanical, and hydraulic toolholding the highest priority.
Aggressive Machining Requires New Approach to Toolholding May 9, 2017 Today, the productivity needed to be globally competitive requires ever increasing metal-removal rates during operations such as roughing and high-speed slotting. Process reliability is paramount, especially when working with difficult-to-machine materials.
Tooling Up for Success in North America October 20, 2023 As one of the top producers of machine tools in the world, Taiwan has a long history of developing and supplying high-quality equipment to global manufacturers.
Mazak's 'Discover 2023' Event Unveils Cutting-Edge Manufacturing Solutions and Disruptive Technology Advancements October 17, 2023 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.
TRUMPF Sales Up 27% in 100th Year October 26, 2023 German industrial machine manufacturer Trumpf posted €5.4 billion in sales as the company turns 100.
BioFabUSA - Fueling the U.S. Biomanufacturing Economy June 21, 2023 Saving lives and transforming healthcare, BioFabUSA accelerates the development of regenerative treatments and creates a manufacturing ecosystem to produce curative therapies
Fixturing Help is Within Your Grasp May 15, 2023 The latest workholding offerings are designed for all the facets and demands of modern machining.
Machine OEMs Meet the Moment May 12, 2023 Artificial intelligence and automation help modernize machining.