Gummy, Stringy Material Meets its Match with Cut Taps, Thread Mills March 2, 2022 Selecting the right tool for threading aluminum begins with considering the key properties of aluminum; the pros and cons associated with the main choices of tools, cut taps or thread mills; and advances in tooling technology including coatings and coolant-through capability.
Optimizing Machining and Production Performance March 4, 2022 Nikel Precision Group also implemented solutions that optimize tool performance to improve quality, as well as production intelligence that provides real-time insights into factory performance.
Toolmakers Target Tough Alloys December 2, 2021 Heat-resistant superalloys resist heat—and easy cutting. Industry experts offer solutions.
Closing the Gap on Data Transmission in Workholding January 17, 2022 Electronics, sensors and other advanced technologies in workholding provide manufacturers with a whole range of options for data transfer.
The Challenge and Promise of Micro Tools December 6, 2021 Cutting small holes or features sometimes only visible through a microscope requires special expertise from those supplying the cutting tools.
Data is King at EASTEC 2021 October 29, 2021 Digitization and data dominated the discussion as EASTEC returned to West Springfield, Mass., after its 2020 pandemic hiatus.
3D Systems Accelerates Access to Advanced Materials September 2, 2021 3D Systems today announced two additions to its industry-leading materials portfolio.
Hardinge Acquires Ohio Tool Works September 1, 2021 Hardinge Inc. has acquired Ohio Tool Works, LLC. Hardinge said the deal will enhance its machine tool and workholding portfolio.
Metrology Software Plugs Into Smart Manufacturing February 4, 2022 Measurement data is an important element of the emerging smart factory. How software provides that data is the key.
Print locally—disrupt globally February 1, 2022 Additive will provide a simpler, more responsive supply chain for high-value parts, according to Velo3D CEO Benny Buller.