Each tool setting technique has merit, and it depends on where you are as a shop and the type of work you do, as cost and efficiency all come into play.

“Industry 4.0 is a bit of a buzzword, but there is an issue in the industry about integration when it comes to the use of data. Unless we all share and utilise it effectively, we won’t get the full value from it,” states Magnall.

Heidenhain and Acu-Rite Solutions are offering several hands-on experiences at their booth this year, as well as internal components that reduce energy use.

From quadruped robot dogs, to an in-booth putting green where you can test out a new golf putter, to a 3D-printed car and more, attendees enjoyed cutting-edge technology and innovations all week long. Take a look to see what (or who!) you might have missed this week!

When revising part designs, investigate the 3D CAD, the 2D drawing and the part’s functional requirements to determine which details should be tightened up.

New tech center is serving as a cutting-edge showroom and a technological hub for advanced machining applications.

Thousands of people visit our Supplier Guide every day to source equipment and materials. Get in front of them with a free company profile.

Entrepreneur Scott Colosimo found early success in China producing parts for his Cleveland-based motorcycle company in the mid-2000s. This is the story of how IP theft issues overwhelmed the business, prompting Colosimo and his team to start over from scratch — and move production back to the United States.

Sumitomo Electric Carbide Inc. is showcasing its 90-degree inserts for the company’s proprietary GND grooving toolholders in booth 5570 at Eastec 2023.

The Walter Turn toolholder features rake-face cooling to help break and control chips, and double flank-face cooling directly at the cutting edge to extend tool life.

The Megacoat Tough coating combines a wear-resistant layer on the surface adhered to high-content CBN, which provides greater fracture resistance when encountering interruptions.

Looking to automate your shop floor? The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect shops with experts who can advise them through this transition.

The L.S. Starrett Co. has been manufacturing precision measurement tools in Athol, Massachusetts, since 1880. Attention to U.S. manufacturing often focuses on reshoring manufacturing from other countries, but Starrett never left. The facility in Athol employs hundreds and produces thousands of tools that remain vital for measurement in machining and other fields.

Seco technician apprentice, Emma Roberts pictured holding a newly machined Inspiration through Innovation event brand identity

The foundations for this collaborative approach to be not only a cutting tool supplier, but also a combined consultancy service has been built from Seco’s experience staging its Inspiration Through Innovation (ITI) event each year.

Mike Fleming, strategic marketing, products and services manager, at Seco Tools (UK) explains: “We are creating an environment where we and our partners can come together to collaborate on best-in-class machining processes and also on R&D, training and education. We want the Innovation Hub to be a co-owned environment where our partners are equal members in this venture. Like us they can access the facilities whenever they need, so we all work together using our particular knowledge and strengths to ultimately benefit our customers.”

Thoughtful considerations will set you on a shortened path to the most optimized solution once cutter meets metal.

Inspiration Through Innovation will also be a far more international event with attendees expected not just from the UK but also Europe, Asia and the US. And the collaboration that epitomises ITI is intended to be the springboard for the Innovation Hub and year-round collaboration with Seco’s partners to offer practical and production ready manufacturing solutions.

The latest episode “Made in the USA” podcast explores a company that uses collaborative robots, one of the key tools helping US machine shops and other manufacturers compete with lower cost countries by automating production.

Working closely with customers and making careful investments has enabled this Wisconsin machine shop to tackle difficult jobs with tight deadlines as a core part of its business.

Ceratizit USA announces it has appointed Carlos Garza as its business development leader for the oil and gas industry sector.

“For ITI this year we felt it was natural that we focus on aerospace,” Fleming says. “Every machining demonstration will be a component related to the sector. For example, we have projects featuring turbine blisk and disc manufacturing from difficult-to-machine materials, such as Titanium, Inconel and Heat Resistant Super Alloys (HRSAs). We have chosen parts, materials and processes that we think are most applicable and worked with partners who we felt could make the best contribution to those demonstrations. They are all aerospace parts being made by the best technology available, so customers can see the ideal solution.”

Lee Wimmer invited us to tour his second-generation family-owned machine shop in Perkasie, PA. This video explores the production processes behind precision-machined parts for both Wimmer Custom Cycle and LS Wimmer Machine Co., and shows how ingenuity and determination are still at the heart of American manufacturing. Today, both companies are now managed by Wimmer’s three sons.

FABTECH 2024 will be held October 15-17, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, at the Orange County Convention Center. FABTECH provides a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, discover innovative solutions, and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits. There is no better opportunity to network, share knowledge and explore the latest technology, all here in one place. Future U.S. Show Dates and Locations 2025 – September 8-11 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL 2026 – October 21-23 at Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV 2027 – September 13-16 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL

“People ask is this sort of work not being done by the likes of the AMRC or MTC already, but we are coming at it from a much higher Technology Readiness Level (TRL),” Magnall explains. “These are improvements that customers can implement the next day or the next month rather than 5-10 years down the line on projects that need solving immediately. We are much closer to manufacturing subcontractors so what we do complements the type of R&D that they do.”

As the old saying goes ‘a problem shared is a problem halved’ and this idea seems to be one that Seco Tools (UK) is embracing enthusiastically when it comes to meeting the demands of advanced engineering and manufacturing industries – particularly in the aerospace and medical sectors.

Of course, to achieve those kinds of advances Seco’s partners have to buy in to this concept of collaboration, so what has been their response?

Fryer Machine Systems Inc. presents its TC Series of CNC machining centers for high-performance cutting, accuracy, reliability and ease of use.

Each tool setting technique has merit, and it depends on where you are as a shop and the type of work you do, as cost and efficiency all come into play.

This presentation focuses on the vital role that linear and angular encoders play in ensuring precision in machine tools. Attendees will learn about the common challenges compromising accuracy, such as thermal expansion, mechanical misalignments and vibration. Whether you're an OEM, integrator, or machine operator, this webinar will offer valuable insights into optimizing CNC performance. Agenda: Challenges to CNC machine accuracy Understanding encoder technology How encoders address accuracy challenges

Thoughtful considerations will set you on a shortened path to the most optimized solution once cutter meets metal.

Misapplication of these important CNC features will result in wasted time, wasted or duplicated effort and/or wasted material.

When Puneet and Neelam Neotia moved from India to the United States several years ago, they brought with them a family background in manufacturing and CNC machining. Now the couple is working to get their startup machine shop off the ground, sourcing new customers and getting the word out about their shop in Clarksville, Indiana. The couple — proud to publicize their "Made in the USA" parts — is leveraging family connections and manufacturing capabilities back in India, but not in the way that some people assume.

These include presentations from: Rolls-Royce on manufacturing turbines; Siemens on material solutions and additive manufacturing; the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) on blisk demand; Renishaw on Industry 4.0 and utilising machining and metrology data.

Walter USA has acquired PDQ Workholding, intending to strengthen its offering of workholding products and develop future cutting tool sales.

Learn more about the variety of technology and machinery Hwacheon Machinery America, Inc. is featuring at its IMTS 2024 booth.

Horn USA’s new booth concept is designed to enable attendees to (literally) get a better feel for its various tooling offerings.

Part of Major Tool’s 52,000 square-foot building expansion includes the installation of this new Waldrich Coburg Taurus 30 vertical machining center.

Alongside the machining demonstrations there will be a number of seminars delivered by recognised industry-experts related to the projects demonstrated on the shopfloor.

The choice between buying a new machine or refurbishing the current one will become clear after a thorough assessment of the machine.

Legacy Precision Molds takes us on a tour of their moldbuilding facility. They've recently implemented two automated 5-axis cells for metal and graphite machining that run lights out during nights and weekends.

Weldon Solutions is demonstrating three grinders at IMTS 2024. Though they differ in size and use case, all feature the company’s hallmark customizations.

The next Southern Manufacturing & Electronics show will take place from 4th to 6th February 2025 at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre.

One of the machining demonstrations taking place at Inspiration through Innovation 2019 involves the machining of an aero-engine disc, achieving a 50% cycle time reduction

Job shops are implementing automation and digitalization into workflows to eliminate set up time and increase repeatability in production.

Take a look inside James Engineering, a high-end CNC Deburring OEM that became a job shop when they decided to produce their own parts in-house.

Did you know that the show was postponed for WWII? Or that McCormick Place was expanded in the ’70s just to accommodate IMTS? A fascinating look at the show’s history from 1927 to today.

Attend TASC, The Automated Shop Conference, in Novi, Mich on Oct. 11, 2023 for a comprehensive look into how to use automation to transform your machine shop.

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Tooling manufacturer, Horn has introduced a new carbide insert grade, SG66, for turning components from steel that has been case hardened to 58 HRC.

Effective team collaboration is a critical component of success in today’s manufacturing world. With cloud-based technologies that make it easy for team members to brainstorm and problem solve remotely from various locations, design-to-manufacturing processes can become faster and more efficient. This webinar will demonstrate how fully integrated CAM software can be utilized with 3DExperience SolidWorks in a seamless work environment to accelerate product development. Agenda: See how HCL CAMWorks can be used as an add-in for all SolidWorks applications working with the cloud-based 3DExperience platform Learn how fully integrated CAD/CAM saves significant amounts of time during the design to manufacturing process Gain a new understanding of how software can connect users worldwide to accelerate product development Watch a demonstration of team collaboration using platform tools in the CAD/CAM software environment

In the latest episode of our View From My Shop series, MMS Editor-in-Chief Brent Donaldson visited the JN Shapiro Watches headquarters and production facility where Founder Joshua Shapiro—a history teacher turned watchmaker—realized his dream of "making a watch from scratch and everything in it."

This new initiative is a substantial change of direction for the cutting tool supplier. Although design, development and pricing of custom tools will remain at its UK headquarters, production of such tools has been transferred to France. This is so machining and factory resources once employed for cutting tool manufacturing can be applied to solving new projects where customers need substantial efficiency improvements for components manufactured in the supply chain.

Ever wonder what sets Top Shops apart from the competition? Dive into their award-winning practices and explore behind-the-scenes strategies for operational excellence.

Essentially, the Innovation Hub and its related initiatives, is about garnering skills and generating new revenue streams that benefit everyone involved, and solve customers’ technical challenges.

AccuRounds has created synergy between culture and technology, driving a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Sunnen Products Co. is celebrating its 100th anniversary, highlighting the history of its line of honing and precision solutions.

The industry is also adopting disruptive manufacturing technologies such as, digitalisation (Industry 4.0), advanced alloy and composite material processing and additive manufacturing, and having to tackle environmental concerns, resulting in the hunt for more fuel-efficient aircraft and ecological power sources such as electrification.

Q-Mark has built its metrology business by providing what customers need, when they want it. This goes for its IMTS booth, too, with free drinks alongside custom technology.

Though most frequently used for diameter measurements, an air plug and platen can be readily configured to measure perpendicularity.

In this episode of Made in the USA, several executives and senior staff at Hardinge give their first-person account of how they formulated the plan to shift the manufacturing of its milling and turning product lines from its Taiwan plant to its plant in Elmira, New York, the major challenges they encountered and the rewards that made it worth the effort.

The necessity for this approach comes predominately from customers according to Dave Magnall, innovation partnership manager, at Seco Tools (UK) who is part of the team driving this new initiative.

In the latest episode of our View From My Shop series, MMS Editor-in-Chief Brent Donaldson visited the JN Shapiro Watches headquarters and production facility where Founder Joshua Shapiro—a history teacher turned watchmaker—realized his dream of "making a watch from scratch and everything in it."

Across a range of technical presentations aimed at small and mid-sized job shops, the first-ever Automated Shop Conference (TASC) offered insights into several automated technologies, implementation strategies, shopfloor training tips, and even the untapped power of automated coolant delivery.

The MB45 series is designed to deliver the low cutting force benefits of positive inserts and the fracture resistance of negative inserts.

Tool-holder-spindle-machine combinations each have a unique dynamic response in the same way that each person has a unique fingerprint, which can be revealed using modal testing.

Lee Wimmer invited us to tour his second-generation family-owned machine shop in Perkasie, PA. This video explores the production processes behind precision-machined parts for both Wimmer Custom Cycle and LS Wimmer Machine Co., and shows how ingenuity and determination are still at the heart of American manufacturing. Today, both companies are now managed by Wimmer’s three sons.

Mitsui Seiki USA Inc. appoints Joseph Farkas as its director of sales West and Terry Ritterbush as its director of sales East.

The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will give shops of all sizes and production volumes key insights and practical guidance on how to implement automation.

Understanding all the things that contribute to a machine’s full potential accuracy will inform what to prioritize when fine-tuning the machine.

In this webinar, industry-leading experts will demonstrate how additive manufacturing can revolutionize your operations and answer the question: Can you afford not to? From rapid prototyping to robust fixturing and specialized custom tooling, it’ll showcase the diverse applications that can drive your business forward in a time where cost and time saving can be crucial. Discover how to reduce costs, accelerate production cycles and achieve unparalleled design freedom through the strategic integration of 3D printing technology. Phillip’s panel of seasoned professionals will share real-world examples and practical insights to help you understand the potential of additive manufacturing. Learn how to overcome production challenges, improve product quality and gain a competitive advantage. It will explore the cost-benefit analysis of 3D printing — including material and labor savings — as well as the potential for increased revenue. Join this webinar to discover why additive manufacturing is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for success. Agenda:  Prototyping example: quick-change prototype Custom tooling real-world example: press brake, tube bending die CMM fixturing and workholding example: CMM fixture and soft jaw

AccuRounds has created synergy between culture and technology, driving a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Heidenhain and Acu-Rite Solutions are offering several hands-on experiences at their booth this year, as well as internal components that reduce energy use.

SSP’s commitment to adopting the latest machining technology benefits not only the business, but its employees as well.

Are AMRs the next big trend in job shop automation? System 3R’s IMTS booth will emphasize both its specialty EDM tooling and its automation products, including an autonomous moving robot.

JD Machine, 2024’s Top Shops Honoree in Human Resources, embodies its “Education for Life” core value with a robust apprenticeship program and significant continuous improvement efforts.

FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.

New tech center is serving as a cutting-edge showroom and a technological hub for advanced machining applications.

Fleming concludes: “Our ultimate aim is to create a space where like-minded people can come together to work on projects permanently that benefit the whole industry. It means we all work towards the same goal, which is how we can make the process more efficient for the customer. If we can develop tooling, machine tools, workholding, lubricant and software solutions that work in harmony then this becomes a unique offer and we can achieve some truly game-changing developments and opportunities.”

Around 30 technical partners will be taking part including well-known machine tool brands – with their machines working on site, CAD/CAM and metrology experts, as well as workholding and cutting fluid suppliers.

So far, Made in the USA has looked into system-wide effects of broken supply chains, automation, skilled workforce issues and our perception of manufacturing jobs — examining each topic through a prism of individual experiences. For this final episode for Season 1, let’s look at one more system-wide question and bring it back to personal perspectives: Is there today a new dawn, a new moment for American manufacturing?

The NeoMill-Alu-QBig indexable insert milling cutter from Mapal stands for top performance in high-volume milling of aluminium. The tool manufacturer thus offers a very economical solution for use on high-performance machines, such as those found primarily in the aerospace industry.

Seco has chosen aerospace not only because this is a sector where it has extensive experience and sales, but also because it is a high-end engineering industry that faces large order backlogs and significant operational and economic pressures meaning suppliers have to substantially increase production speeds and reduce manufacturing costs.

“In many ways we are responding to industry demands,” he says. “Many OEMs don’t want small incremental improvements of 10-20% to production from their suppliers anymore, they want improvements of 50, even 70%. With the best will in the world you can’t get a 70% process improvement just by redesigning a cutting tool. You have to draw on a network of partnerships made up of CAD/CAM developers, machine tool builders, coolant suppliers, workholding and metrology specialists to work together to solve a customer’s problem.”

Automation is no longer a luxury in manufacturing today – it’s a necessity. The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect job shops with experts who offer advice and considerations for this process.

These 90-degree inserts are said to be ideal for grooving narrow parts and facing in outer-diameter (OD) and inner-diameter (ID) applications that require unique approaches due to interference. Examples of applications for the 90-degree GND insert are engine discs for aerospace, turbine housings and combustion cases. The design of the inserts prevent pullout for specific applications. The end shape of the insert is offered in different forms based on application needs: square, full radius with a chamfer or others based on need. The blade width of the 90-degree GND inserts is available in 0.197" (5 mm) or less sizes. Serrated sides (anti-pull out texture) are also available to improve rigidity and suppress insert slipping under tough conditions.

Take a look inside James Engineering, a high-end CNC Deburring OEM that became a job shop when they decided to produce their own parts in-house.

Though most frequently used for diameter measurements, an air plug and platen can be readily configured to measure perpendicularity.

Tool-holder-spindle-machine combinations each have a unique dynamic response in the same way that each person has a unique fingerprint, which can be revealed using modal testing.

Formnext Chicago is an industrial additive manufacturing expo taking place April 8-10, 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. Formnext Chicago is the second in a series of Formnext events in the U.S. being produced by Mesago Messe Frankfurt, AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, and Gardner Business Media (our publisher).

Eastec 2023: The 90-degree inserts are said to be ideal for grooving narrow parts and facing in OD and ID applications that require unique approaches due to interference.

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Rob Guiao, Chris Hall and Bassanio Peters will demonstrate relatable situations to equip you with data to improve predictability, future-proof operations and maximize ROI. Agenda:  Explore the importance of data in decision-making, especially for facility upgrades or new projects Learn how comprehensive solutions for manufacturing and construction projects can improve predictability and ROI See real demonstrations of machine integrations, facility layouts and automations to ensure proper throughput and integration

Some of the other demos include: turbine blade repair using additive and subtractive processes, machining a A350 fuel connector, a titanium structural part, an aero-engine combustion chamber and machining carbon fibre (CFRP) seat parts using robotics.

This year’s Inspiration Through Innovation, being held on 9-10 October, in many ways encapsulates the Innovation Hub concept by focusing on one sector (aerospace) rather than the broader precision engineering supply chain.

Walter has now launched its new X·treme Evo Plus drill from the DC180 Supreme product family that is now available up to 8XD for the first time.

Legacy Precision Molds takes us on a tour of their moldbuilding facility. They've recently implemented two automated 5-axis cells for metal and graphite machining that run lights out during nights and weekends.

Seco Tools is adopting a new approach that solves customers’ machining challenges through an integrated and holistic process with its partners. Ed Hill visited its UK headquarters to find out more.   As the old saying goes ‘a problem shared is a problem halved’ and this idea seems to be one that Seco Tools (UK) is embracing enthusiastically when it comes to meeting the demands of advanced engineering and manufacturing industries – particularly in the aerospace and medical sectors. At the cutting tool manufacturer’s UK facility in Alcester, Warwickshire, the company is creating what it describes as an ‘Innovation Hub’ that not only draws on its own engineering know-how and resources, but is also opening its doors to encourage other industry stakeholders to work together to solve customers’ engineering and process challenges. This new initiative is a substantial change of direction for the cutting tool supplier. Although design, development and pricing of custom tools will remain at its UK headquarters, production of such tools has been transferred to France. This is so machining and factory resources once employed for cutting tool manufacturing can be applied to solving new projects where customers need substantial efficiency improvements for components manufactured in the supply chain. Mike Fleming, strategic marketing, products & services manager, Seco Tools Mike Fleming, strategic marketing, products and services manager, at Seco Tools (UK) explains: “We are creating an environment where we and our partners can come together to collaborate on best-in-class machining processes and also on R&D, training and education. We want the Innovation Hub to be a co-owned environment where our partners are equal members in this venture. Like us they can access the facilities whenever they need, so we all work together using our particular knowledge and strengths to ultimately benefit our customers.” The necessity for this approach comes predominately from customers according to Dave Magnall, innovation partnership manager, at Seco Tools (UK) who is part of the team driving this new initiative. “In many ways we are responding to industry demands,” he says. “Many OEMs don’t want small incremental improvements of 10-20% to production from their suppliers anymore, they want improvements of 50, even 70%. With the best will in the world you can’t get a 70% process improvement just by redesigning a cutting tool. You have to draw on a network of partnerships made up of CAD/CAM developers, machine tool builders, coolant suppliers, workholding and metrology specialists to work together to solve a customer’s problem.” The foundations for this collaborative approach to be not only a cutting tool supplier, but also a combined consultancy service has been built from Seco’s experience staging its Inspiration Through Innovation (ITI) event each year. Launched in 2014 as an alternative to the traditional open house, the two-day gathering is not only a showcase for Seco’s cutting tools but also brings together machine tool manufacturers, workholding, metrology, CAD/CAM and coolant companies, along with machining demonstrations, talks and seminars, to offer visitors industry insights, best practice and networking benefits. Spotlight on aerospace This year’s Inspiration Through Innovation, being held on 9-10 October, in many ways encapsulates the Innovation Hub concept by focusing on one sector (aerospace) rather than the broader precision engineering supply chain. Seco has chosen aerospace not only because this is a sector where it has extensive experience and sales, but also because it is a high-end engineering industry that faces large order backlogs and significant operational and economic pressures meaning suppliers have to substantially increase production speeds and reduce manufacturing costs. Seco technician apprentice, Emma Roberts pictured holding a newly machined Inspiration through Innovation event brand identity The industry is also adopting disruptive manufacturing technologies such as, digitalisation (Industry 4.0), advanced alloy and composite material processing and additive manufacturing, and having to tackle environmental concerns, resulting in the hunt for more fuel-efficient aircraft and ecological power sources such as electrification. “For ITI this year we felt it was natural that we focus on aerospace,” Fleming says. “Every machining demonstration will be a component related to the sector. For example, we have projects featuring turbine blisk and disc manufacturing from difficult-to-machine materials, such as Titanium, Inconel and Heat Resistant Super Alloys (HRSAs). We have chosen parts, materials and processes that we think are most applicable and worked with partners who we felt could make the best contribution to those demonstrations. They are all aerospace parts being made by the best technology available, so customers can see the ideal solution.” Some of the other demos include: turbine blade repair using additive and subtractive processes, machining a A350 fuel connector, a titanium structural part, an aero-engine combustion chamber and machining carbon fibre (CFRP) seat parts using robotics. Around 30 technical partners will be taking part including well-known machine tool brands – with their machines working on site, CAD/CAM and metrology experts, as well as workholding and cutting fluid suppliers. “It’s a live event so machining will be going on all the time,” adds Fleming. “Of course, we bear a lot of the cost but we also expect our partners to invest in the event too and encourage them to invite their customers along. We want our partners to benefit from seeing our customers and other partners’ customers so we all contribute in some way and feel we have benefitted from it.” Talking the talk Alongside the machining demonstrations there will be a number of seminars delivered by recognised industry-experts related to the projects demonstrated on the shopfloor. These include presentations from: Rolls-Royce on manufacturing turbines; Siemens on material solutions and additive manufacturing; the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) on blisk demand; Renishaw on Industry 4.0 and utilising machining and metrology data. “Industry 4.0 is a bit of a buzzword, but there is an issue in the industry about integration when it comes to the use of data. Unless we all share and utilise it effectively, we won’t get the full value from it,” states Magnall. Inspiration Through Innovation will also be a far more international event with attendees expected not just from the UK but also Europe, Asia and the US. And the collaboration that epitomises ITI is intended to be the springboard for the Innovation Hub and year-round collaboration with Seco’s partners to offer practical and production ready manufacturing solutions. “People ask is this sort of work not being done by the likes of the AMRC or MTC already, but we are coming at it from a much higher Technology Readiness Level (TRL),” Magnall explains. “These are improvements that customers can implement the next day or the next month rather than 5-10 years down the line on projects that need solving immediately. We are much closer to manufacturing subcontractors so what we do complements the type of R&D that they do.” In fact, Inspiration Through Innovation and the Innovation Hub are all part of an ongoing commitment that Seco calls its T50 pledge. This aims to reduce customers’ costs or process times by 50% and to use innovative technologies and training to achieve it. One of the machining demonstrations taking place at Inspiration through Innovation 2019 involves the machining of an aero-engine disc, achieving a 50% cycle time reduction Of course, to achieve those kinds of advances Seco’s partners have to buy in to this concept of collaboration, so what has been their response? “The technical partners get it right away because they are of a similar mind,” Magnall asserts. “We soon know which companies buy into the idea because they are the ones that start to push us too and are happy to invest either money or equipment.” Essentially, the Innovation Hub and its related initiatives, is about garnering skills and generating new revenue streams that benefit everyone involved, and solve customers’ technical challenges. Fleming concludes: “Our ultimate aim is to create a space where like-minded people can come together to work on projects permanently that benefit the whole industry. It means we all work towards the same goal, which is how we can make the process more efficient for the customer. If we can develop tooling, machine tools, workholding, lubricant and software solutions that work in harmony then this becomes a unique offer and we can achieve some truly game-changing developments and opportunities.” To register for Inspiration Through Innovation visit www.secotools.com/iti2019 www.secotools.com

The TCS18 and TCL18 inserts are designed for left-hand cuts, expanding product lines that previously offered only right-hand inserts.

Women in Manufacturing is excited to announce that the 2024 SUMMIT will be a hybrid event — both an in-person and virtual experience. Both program offerings will enable you to grow through education and connections that are insightful, meaningful and actionable. Join Women in Manufacturing Oct. 6-9, 2024, in Boston or digitally for an event filled with plant tours at leading manufacturing facilities, professional development sessions, roundtable discussions on important topics, and inspiring keynotes.  All while engaging and interacting with peers through social and networking events! __PRESENT __PRESENT

In a significant move to streamline mechanical testing and enhance material insights, Airbus is collaborating with Plastometrex to support the standardisation of PIP (Profilometry-based Indentation Plastometry) – the innovative mechanical testing technique developed and commercialised by the Cambridge-based technology provider.

Ever wonder what sets Top Shops apart from the competition? Dive into their award-winning practices and explore behind-the-scenes strategies for operational excellence.

When it comes to utilizing the spindle’s power, there is a lot of headroom at the upper limits, provided it’s in short bursts. Be mindful of your time at these loads so you don’t stall out.

New U.S.-based event announced in 2021 finally debuts next year: focuses on complete additive manufacturing value chain. More at formnextchicago.com.

Available grades offered for these inserts are AC5015 and AC5025S for exotic materials, EH510 and EH520 for titanium alloy and H10 for non-ferrous materials.

“The technical partners get it right away because they are of a similar mind,” Magnall asserts. “We soon know which companies buy into the idea because they are the ones that start to push us too and are happy to invest either money or equipment.”

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ANCA CNC Machines is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a global producer of CNC tool and cutter grinders.

FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.

Weldon Solutions is demonstrating three grinders at IMTS 2024. Though they differ in size and use case, all feature the company’s hallmark customizations.

“It’s a live event so machining will be going on all the time,” adds Fleming. “Of course, we bear a lot of the cost but we also expect our partners to invest in the event too and encourage them to invite their customers along. We want our partners to benefit from seeing our customers and other partners’ customers so we all contribute in some way and feel we have benefitted from it.”

When it comes to utilizing the spindle’s power, there is a lot of headroom at the upper limits, provided it’s in short bursts. Be mindful of your time at these loads so you don’t stall out.

Rev S.R.L.’s broaching solutions for CNC lathes and machining centers are said to be ideal for machining simple keyways or internal and external profiles, both teeth and splines.

Working closely with customers and making careful investments has enabled this Wisconsin machine shop to tackle difficult jobs with tight deadlines as a core part of its business.

User-friendly inspection software for CNC machining centers is shown monitoring measurements between and after machining while performing SPC based on recorded measurement values.

Chiron Group combines the best of both worlds at IMTS 2024, featuring live demonstrations of their Micro5 and Mill 2000 machines, alongside a cutting-edge virtual showroom. This innovative approach allows visitors to explore Chiron’s full product lineup without the logistical challenges of transporting large equipment.

At the cutting tool manufacturer’s UK facility in Alcester, Warwickshire, the company is creating what it describes as an ‘Innovation Hub’ that not only draws on its own engineering know-how and resources, but is also opening its doors to encourage other industry stakeholders to work together to solve customers’ engineering and process challenges.

Refined machines at EROWA are handling heavier loads, while its precision workholding enhances stability and rigidity.

Standards for surface finishes and profiles are not static; they change as technology changes or new processes come along that need to be considered.

Zoller’s open house in Ann Arbor, Michigan, provided attendees with a glimpse of the connectivity and efficiency the company’s products offer to users.

Part of Major Tool’s 52,000 square-foot building expansion includes the installation of this new Waldrich Coburg Taurus 30 vertical machining center.

Are AMRs the next big trend in job shop automation? System 3R’s IMTS booth will emphasize both its specialty EDM tooling and its automation products, including an autonomous moving robot.

Manufacturers continue to feel the pressure to reduce costs, increase efficiencies and meet their sustainability strategies. As the industry evolves to keep pace with these priorities, there are opportunities within metalworking processes to use less resources with advanced lubricants and technical expertise. Agenda:  An overview of metalworking lubrication Evolutions in metalworking lubrication Experience on the shop floor Key takeaways

As the Advanced Engineering show approaches, there are fresh announcements of cutting-edge technologies and products to be showcased at the upcoming event at the NEC in Birmingham on October 30 and 31. As a result, this year’s exhibition is shaping up to be a must-attend for engineering and manufacturing professionals, offering a glimpse into the f...

Chiron Group combines the best of both worlds at IMTS 2024, featuring live demonstrations of their Micro5 and Mill 2000 machines, alongside a cutting-edge virtual showroom. This innovative approach allows visitors to explore Chiron’s full product lineup without the logistical challenges of transporting large equipment.

Seco Tools is adopting a new approach that solves customers’ machining challenges through an integrated and holistic process with its partners. Ed Hill visited its UK headquarters to find out more.

Launched in 2014 as an alternative to the traditional open house, the two-day gathering is not only a showcase for Seco’s cutting tools but also brings together machine tool manufacturers, workholding, metrology, CAD/CAM and coolant companies, along with machining demonstrations, talks and seminars, to offer visitors industry insights, best practice and networking benefits.

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In fact, Inspiration Through Innovation and the Innovation Hub are all part of an ongoing commitment that Seco calls its T50 pledge. This aims to reduce customers’ costs or process times by 50% and to use innovative technologies and training to achieve it.

FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.

FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.

Incremental mode can be more advantageous when programming sculptured surfaces or for certain hole-machining canned cycle applications.

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Structured light scanning is used to create a digital twin of a manufactured part, but we must understand the measurement reproducibility to best use the data.

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