Marine Engine OEM Gains Production Flexibility with Automated Cells October 1, 2020 Since 1996, the Plant 15 machining operations at Mercury Marine have included a reliance on automated machining cells. Over the years, the Fond du Lac, Wis.-based manufacturer and distributor of marine engines, parts, accessories and integrated systems has phased out some traditional manufacturing methods in favor of modern cells.
Welding Automation Addresses Skills Shortage October 5, 2020 Like just about every other manufacturing operation, welding has made the leap into the 21st century with automation, agile manufacturing processes, and offline programming.
e-SPINDLE Monitors Cutting Processes in Real Time September 24, 2020 Manufacturers have begun using sensors and actuators to monitor their cutting processes and adjust parameters to optimize tool life and workpiece quality. However, traditional monitoring systems have some drawbacks.
Shop Helps Revolutionize Oil Disaster Response April 28, 2020 Oil spills are, unfortunately, an unavoidable consequence of pumping, drilling and shipping the commodity around the globe. The most recent large-scale oil spill, the BP Deepwater Horizon incident in 2010 in the Gulf of Mexico, continues to have detrimental effects on surrounding ecosystems.
OMAX to Host Virtual Tradeshow Showcasing Waterjet Cutting Technology May 21, 2020 OMAX Corp. will host a virtual tradeshow on May 28 at 9 a.m. PDT featuring the company’s latest abrasive waterjet cutting technologies.
Grede Acquires Some Assets From RMG Waukesha June 3, 2020 Grede said it has acquired some assets of Renaissance Manufacturing Group (RMG) Waukesha, LLC.
Mazak’s Inaugural All Axes LIVE Event Connects with Customers Worldwide August 13, 2020 Held on August 11, 2020 and streamed live from Mazak’s Midwest Technology Center, the All Axes LIVE digital event drew large crowds from across North America and worldwide, according to Mazak.
Moldmakers Power Up With Advanced Tech August 21, 2020 Complex molds containing cores and cavities with fine details and demanding surface finish requirements for injection molding, blow molding, glass molding or blow molding parts require high accuracy for use in automotive, medical, aerospace, or consumer products.
Lapping the Competition September 4, 2020 The Don Schumacher Racing team tests the limits of machining to stay competitive.
Mazak Helps Kentucky Manufacturer Produce Surface Disinfection System May 15, 2020 In response to a neighboring company’s request for a collaboration, machine tool manufacturer Mazak Corp. provided some much-needed materials and production capacity for the development of a new UV-C LED surface disinfection system.