The maker of racing engine components produces parts that have many permutations within each product line. Here is how Jesel sets up work for cost-effective, responsive machining. Article with VideoPublished: 3/8/2013
A lot of the changes this shop made were a result of integrating a CPA mindset into a contract shop environment. Article with VideoPublished: 6/29/2012
The rotating milling head is a defining feature on a turn-mill machine designed for efficient production of complex parts in low volumes. Article with VideoPublished: 6/24/2011
... not to mention grinding with air. Thanks to high speed spindles powered by shop air, this job shop expands the work its VMCs can do. Article with VideoPublished: 6/1/2010
Custom engineered workholding fixtures are key to the effectiveness of an unusual Automated Production System (APS) recently installed at Kurt Manufacturing. It helps that one of this company’s specialties is custom engineered workholding fixtures. Article with VideoPublished: 5/19/2010
Milling complex forms in hardened tool steel involves more than just fast, light cuts, says this maker of medical-related injection molds. Here are some of the ingredients of an effective hard milling process. Article with VideoPublished: 3/31/2010
Part probing isn’t performed as often on turn-mills as it is on conventional machine tools. It does offer advantages for multitasking machines, though. Includes video. Article with VideoPublished: 3/12/2010