How to Get the Most Out of Your Control2010-05-05 Author: Michael Cope and Maggie Smith From: Moldmaking Technology Magazine First, we’ll discuss technology maximization, a techie term for identifying overlooked software features that could maximize productivity. The second section covers training assessment, and how a small investment could lead to more customers and/or more projects from existing customers. Finally, we’ Hyperlink to Original Source
Configurable Core Shooter Suits Users’ Production Plans2010-05-04 Author: FMT Magazine Staff From: FMT Magazine The new Power Core machine from IMF operates in automatic or manual mode, so the operators have the ability to store 100 recipes, simplifying the task of incorporating the new equipment and adapting to new production processes. Foundry machinery developer IMF, which is recognized worldwide for its m Hyperlink to Original Source
The Importance of Float During Micro Reaming 2010-04-30 Author: Derek Korn, Senior Editor From: Modern Machine Shop Magazine On Swiss-type lathes, precision micro holes are often created using the same series of operations as holes with sizes that might be considered more conventional. They’re typically drilled, bored for straightness and reamed for diameter roundness. Of these three micro-holemaking operations, reaming p Hyperlink to Original Source
Under The Gun For Accuracy2010-04-29 Author: Modern Application News Magazine Staff From: Modern Application News Magazine When Bradley-Thompson Tool Company received an order to machine a large number of aerospace gear box castings new measuring capability was required and time was of the essence Markets served have been a renaissance for Southfield, Michigan-based Bradley-Thompson Tool Company, who in recent years has Hyperlink to Original Source
Control 2010 Preview 2010-04-27 Author: Quality Manufacturing Today Magazine Staff From: Quality Manufacturing Today Magazine The world’s leading exhibition for quality technologies, CONTROL 2010, takes place in Stuttgart, Germany from 4th to the 7th May 2010. Since last year, with the credit crunch and subsequent manufacturing downturn, even the major economies of Europe have proved to be challenging markets for QA and me Hyperlink to Original Source
How 55+ Year Old, Zero Debt Manufacturer Updated Machines/Processes to Cut Costs, Up Quality, Speed 2010-04-26 Author: Tooling & Production Magazine Staff From: Tooling & Production Magazine Economical manufacturing has never been more critical as businesses seek new ways to remain competitive. Herker Industries, a leader in precision machined parts, mechanical assemblies and contract welding, has poised itself to increase business and extend the value of efficient production to its cus Hyperlink to Original Source
Mahr’s Bluetooth-enabled Roughness Measurement System Ushers in New Era of Surface Metrology 2010-04-23 Author: Machinery Magazine Staff From: Machinery Magazine The size of a mobile phone and capable of transmitting data wirelessly within a radius of four metres, the hand-held measuring unit of Mahr's new MarSurf M 300 surface roughness measuring system enables the user to access and probe difficult-to-reach surfaces on large workpieces or components, such Hyperlink to Original Source
Getting Up to Spec2010-04-22 Author: Randy Winton From: Moldmaking Technology Magazine A mold that was built some time ago shows up at the dock and there’s little known about it. Those in Sales are glad to get the tool in, but in manufacturing (i.e., “reality”) one may not yet be sure about what to make of it, let alone what can be gained from an older tool that arrives at a molder’s Hyperlink to Original Source
A New Edge On Gear Milling2010-04-21 Author: Christer Richt From: Gear Solutions Magazine What does a new generation of indexable inserts mean to the gear manufacturing industry? Minimizing lead times in gear production is becoming an increasingly competitive factor, and for many machine shops cost-competitiveness while maintaining or improving quality consistency will be decisive in ach Hyperlink to Original Source
For Machine Maintenance, Lower Your Costs. (And Save Energy.)2010-04-20 Author: American Machinist Magazine Staff From: American Machinist Magazine Vibration dampening is a key element in heavy machinery maintenance. For example, a manufacturer of high-speed printing equipment for plastic containers and bottle caps was experiencing significant increases in the cost of the weldments used as a base for their equipment, which prints bottle caps wi Hyperlink to Original Source
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