Manufacturing Engineering: October 2019
The October 2019 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
High-Quality Parts Demand Top-Notch CAD/CAM
October 3, 2019
The latest entries from CAD/CAM software developers help users boost programming efficiencies with generative designs, additive manufacturing, and more.
By Patrick Waurzyniak
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES): The Missing Link
October 3, 2019
Executing on your full manufacturing potential.
By Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Software: Making In-House Apps with Low-Code, No-Code Platforms
October 4, 2019
Banking on the premise that sometimes the best ideas for solving problems come from the ground up, manufacturers are adopting no-code and low-code programming platforms to let employees solve problems by building their own custom apps.
By Ilene Wolff
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
One Spindle, Two Spindles, Three Spindles, More?
October 4, 2019
Comparing and contrasting this key machine tool attribute helps manufacturers choose the best option.
By Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Toolholding Applications Offer Win-Win Scenarios
October 7, 2019
Defeating chatter, increasing speeds and feeds, defeating pullout, and reducing cycle times hold the keys to success.
By Jim Lorincz
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Laser Scanners Demand Attention as Technology Improves
October 7, 2019
Metrology-grade laser scanners are expanding their range of applications. New users are finding the main attractions of laser scanners—speed and ease of use. What prevented more widespread use in the past were laser scanners’ perceived tradeoffs. Using one usually meant sacrificing accuracy or working with noisy data.
By Bruce Morey
Senior Technical Editor,
SME Media
Shop Solutions
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ControlsMastercam CAD/CAM from Tops Capstone Indy Car Engineering Project
October 4, 2019The IUPUI Mechanical Engineering Technology program concentrated on Mastercam and the online benefits of Mastercam University for its students. This approach paid big dividends on a unique Indy Car project for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. -
Vegetable-Based Oil Helps Orthopedics Manufacturer Lower Costs, Increase Productivity
October 8, 2019Hexagon Orthopedics had two problems at one of its plants: high manufacturing cycle time and low tool life in deep drilling. The solution? Vascomill 10, a vegetable-based oil product from Blaser Swisslube. Today, all of Hexagon’s plant use the oil product. -
ControlsNew DNC Capacity Drives Improved Performance, Business Growth
October 8, 2019Looking to improve operations and expand its aerospace business, M-1 Tools Works began working with Cimco, a CNC communication and networking software supplier. Today, M-1’s programmers can write programs and get them to any machine in its plant.
Upfront
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Expert OpinionWhat Does a Magazine Mean to Readers?
October 9, 2019We try to provide interesting, useful and challenging information each month for our readers and help them navigate the ever-changing world of machining and manufacturing.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
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LED Lighting: Time to Flip the Switch
October 9, 2019Decision makers take note. Your employees need to be taken care of. Ask yourself, “How do I deliver a quality work environment for my most valuable resource?” -
ControlsTurning Data Into Decisions
October 10, 2019How do we turn all the data collected at each step of the manufacturing process into something usable? -
Tooling & WorkholdingGo Off the Charts for Toolholder Torque Settings
October 10, 2019For years, collet-type toolholder assembly and setup have relied on cumbersome, error-prone manual methods that waste time and money. -
Expert OpinionSmart Manufacturing Drives Five Key Changes
October 11, 2019What do you think of when you hear the word factory? Probably some huge space, with machines humming and personnel walking around with notepads in their hands.
SME Speaks
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SME SpeaksSME Membership: What’s In It for Me
October 11, 2019This year, Edye S. Buchanan celebrates 32 years as a member of SME. After serving in many volunteer positions she is now chair of the SME Member Council.
Workforce Pipeline
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Workforce DevelopmentTraining Efforts Boost Delaware Manufacturing
October 14, 2019Manufacturing in the U.S. continues to be the largest economic multiplier of any industry sector, according to the National Association of Manufacturers.
Viewpoints
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Additive Manufacturing & 3D PrintingWomen Inspire in 3D Printing and Beyond
October 14, 2019While looking for inspiration for this column,Ilene Wolff came across a rousing magazine headline. “Why the Women in 3D Printing Innovator Award Is Important,” the TCT Magazine headline read.