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The 12,000-square-foot Center for Machining Excellence houses a wide range of technology and serves as a hub for industry innovation that is accessible to manufacturers and industry thought leaders worldwide.

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Saunders adds, “The release of these two new grades offers the opportunity to increase cutting data while also prolonging tool life predominantly in last-stage machining and intermediate-stage machining of aerospace and medical components.”

Production Machining’s September 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Expand Machinery, Paperless Parts, Monaghan Tooling Group, Walter USA and more.

The GC1205 and GC1210 PVD insert grades are designed to make surface requirements for aerospace engine components easier to achieve.

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This new vertical turning center with measurement and robotic automation processes is able to produce vehicle ball joint ball pins in 7 seconds.

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PMTS 2023: The InchMax Series includes 2- and 4-flute square end mills which feature Union Tools’ UT coating and its standard Super Micro Grain carbide and tolerances.

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The sulfur addition, which is accountable for the enhanced machinability in 303 stainless, decreases its corrosion resistance and toughness to below that of 304 and 316 alloys.It has 1.5% carbon (compared to around 0.08% in 304/316); thus, it is less soft, therefore less likely to develop 'build-up edge' , and is more manageable with chip control.Summery:For general Turning of Stainless Steel 303 at stable conditions use a grade with a Semi Hard substrate and CVD coating.In case you are running at a cutting speed that is lower than 390 SFM (120 m/min), it is better to use a grade with aSemi Hard substrate and PVD coating.For general Milling use a grade with a Semi Hard substrate and PVD coating.For detailed carbide grades recommendations, check the Below Chart, or use the Grades Wizrad.Recommended Cutting speed range for turning at stable conditions is 890 - 1180 [SFM] / 270 - 360 [m/min].Recommended Cutting speed range for milling with stable clamping and short overhang is 560 - 750 [SFM] / 170 - 230 [m/min]For detailed cutting speed recomendations, check the Below Table, or use our Speed and Feed Calculator.Equivalent International Designations for Stainless Steel 303StandardNamesae303wnr1.4305dinX8CrNiS18-9bs303S21, 58Mss2346anforZ10CNF18.09uniX10CrNiS 18.09unfF.3508js1SUS303Chemical Composition for Stainless Steel 303ElementAmountChromium (Cr)19.5%Nickel (Ni)10.5%Silicon (Si)2.00%Manganese (Mn)1.50%Molybdenum (Mo)0.60%Sulfur (S)0.30%Carbon (C)0.16%Phosphorus (P)0.04%Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Stainless Steel 303* Click on the speeds below for higher precision in specific conditions!ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)Turning270-360890-1180Milling170-230560-750Parting105-145340-480Grooving160-215520-710Drilling75-105250-340Important! The speed estimation is given for an ideal situation:Most suitable carbide gradeStable tool clampingStable workpiece clampingGood quality raw materialA short overhang of the cutting tool.Nominal hardness of the material.etc.Click on the speeds in the above table to get better precision for specific parametersOr use our Speed and Feed CalculatorRecommended Carbide Grades for Stainless Steel 303TurningMilling (Indexable)Parting OffGrooving* If you do nott understand the below table? Read This Explanation to make the most out of it!Grade for TurningFilter Brand:BrandGradeISOMaterialappAppCoatingApps Range051015202530354045SandvikGC2015MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM05 - M15MMMSandvikGC2220MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM10 - M25MMMMSandvikGC2025MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM15 - M35MMMMMSandvikGC2035MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM20 - M45MMMMMMIscarIC807 (IC907)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM05 - M20MMMMIscarIC6015MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM05 - M15MMMIscarIC6025MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM15 - M35MMMMMIscarIC830 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM20 - M45MMMMMMKennametalKCU10B (KCU10)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM05 - M20MMMMKennametalKCM15B (KCM15)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM10 - M20MMMKennametalKCM25B (KCM25)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM15 - M35MMMMMKennametalKCU25 (KC5025)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM15 - M30MMMMKennametalKCM35B (KCM35)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM30 - M40MMMWalterWSM10S (WSM10)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM05 - 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M35MMMMMMSumitomoAC1030UMM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM20 - M40MMMMMSumitomoAC6040MMM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM25 - M45MMMMMGrade for Milling (Indexable)Filter Brand:BrandGradeISOMaterialappAppCoatingApps Range051015202530354045SandvikS30TMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM05 - M15MMMSandvikGC1040MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMSandvikGC2040MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM25 - M40MMMMIscarIC808 (IC908)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM05 - M15MMMIscarIC830 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMIscarIC330 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM15 - M40MMMMMMKennametalKC522MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M25MMMMKennametalKCSM40MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM20 - M35MMMMKennametalKC725MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM30 - M40MMMWalterWSM35SMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM25 - M45MMMMMWalterWSP45S (WSP45S)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM35 - M45MMMSecoMP2501MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM05 - M20MMMMSecoF40MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M40MMMMMMMSecoT350MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM20 - M40MMMMMTungaloyAH725MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM15 - M30MMMMTungaloyAH120MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM15 - M25MMMTungaloyT3225MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM20 - M35MMMMTungaloyAH3225MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM20 - M35MMMMTungaloyAH130MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM25 - M40MMMMTungaloyAH3135MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM30 - M40MMMTungaloyAH140MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM30 - M45MMMMMitsubishiMP7130MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM05 - M35MMMMMMMMitsubishiMP7140MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM30 - M45MMMMSumitomoXCU2500MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM05 - M20MMMMSumitomoACM100MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM05 - M15MMMSumitomoACU2500MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMSumitomoACM200MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM10 - M25MMMMSumitomoACM300MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMGrade for Parting OffFilter Brand:BrandGradeISOMaterialappAppCoatingApps Range051015202530354045SandvikGC1125MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM10 - 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Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM05 - M10MMMitsubishiVP20RTMM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMMitsubishiVP30RTMM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMSumitomoAC1030U (AC530U)MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM10 - M25MMMMSumitomoAC520UMM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM15 - M30MMMMSumitomoAC830PMM - Stainless SteelPPartingCVDM20 - M40MMMMMGrade for GroovingFilter Brand:BrandGradeISOMaterialappAppCoatingApps Range051015202530354045SandvikGC1125MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM05 - M35MMMMMMMIscarIC807 (IC907)MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM05 - M15MMMIscarIC808 (IC908)MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM10 - M25MMMMIscarIC830 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMKennametalKCU10MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM05 - M15MMMKennametalKCU25MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM10 - M25MMMMWalterWSM13SMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM05 - M20MMMMWalterWSM23SMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMWalterWSM33S (WSM33)MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMWalterWSM43SMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM30 - M45MMMMSecoCP500MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM10 - M25MMMMSecoCP600MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMTungaloyAH725MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM15 - M30MMMMTungaloyAH7025MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM20 - M30MMMTungaloyGH130MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM25 - M40MMMMMitsubishiVP10RTMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM05 - M15MMMMitsubishiVP20RTMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM10 - M25MMMMMitsubishiVP30RTMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMSumitomoAC1030U (AC530U)MM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM10 - M25MMMMSumitomoAC520UMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingPVDM15 - M30MMMMSumitomoAC830PMM - Stainless SteelGGroovingCVDM20 - M40MMMMMRecommended Insert Cutting Edge Geometry for Stainless Steel 303Honing Size:0.03-0.05 mm / 0.001-0.002"Rake Angle:9° -11°Land Angle:PositiveLand Width:0.20-0.30 mm / 0.008-0.012"Learn more about carbide inserts Cutting-Edge Geometry Parameters.Our Top Picks

This new vertical turning center with measurement and robotic automation processes is able to produce vehicle ball joint ball pins in 7 seconds.

Participants who pass the program quizzes earn a certificate of successful completion, as well as 4 hours of continuing education credit from Sam Houston State University.

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MicroCare offers alternatives and expertise for replacing 3M Novec vapor degreasing fluids which are being discontinued, including fluoropolymers, fluorinated fluids and PFAS-based additive products.

Now representing six brands in North America, Platinum Tooling offers tooling and related accessories for a range of machine tool types, including CNC mills, lathes and Swiss-types.

Rotary transfer machines remain well-suited for high-volume production, but are now more accommodating to smaller batch sizes.

System 3R’s self-centering vises and accessories are designed to provide high cutting performance and centering and repeat accuracy.

Production Machining’s October 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Ceratizit, Kennametal, Mate Precision Techologies, Horn and Mazak.

While trochoidal milling might be a more well-known toolpath strategy, trochoidal turning can offer similar benefits such as high material removal rates especially for rough-turning operations.

Can increasing productivity and reducing carbon emissions go hand-in-hand? For its high-volume machining customers, Sandvik Coromant offers a tool for data collection and comparison to aid sustainability-minded process decisions.

Mike Medeiros, production manager at North Easton Machine Co., has been advocating CNC Swiss lathes for years, attempting to persuade his local high school’s administration to add the technology to the school’s machining program. Finally, his efforts paid off.

Ecoclean’s Acoustic Performance Measurement (APM) system provides in-line measurement of ultrasonic frequency and power in fully automated immersion cleaning systems on a batch-by-batch basis or at defined time intervals, such as once a shift, day or week.

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The expanded partnership now includes advanced production metrology systems, covering contour, roughness and form instruments, as well as advanced optical metrology systems.

Each year Products Finishing partners with thousands of finishing operations in the U.S. to celebrate National Surface Finishing Day (NSFD) on the first Wednesday in March. NSFD is designed to celebrate and showcase the industry to trade schools, businesses, officials and media, as well as to celebrate employees and staff. The overarching goal of NSFD is to bring further awareness to the important roles plating and coating facilities play in their communities. Facilities are encouraged to host events and work with local media to build awareness about the contributions made by the surface finishing industry. For a helpful guide to reaching out to media outlets, download the NSFD toolkit here. How can you celebrate? Share your company’s story Hold an open house where the public can check out your facility –— either in person or virtual Offer student shop tours to local trade schools Invite local elected officials to visit and get to know your staff Celebrate your employees Share news about what you’re doing on social media and use the hashtag #NationalSurfaceFinishingDay or #NSFD

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Production Machining’s June 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Siemens, Ceratizit, Walter, Kennametal and more.

I recently learned about a 153-year-old manufacturer that has produced billions upon billions of precision, metal pins which started another business making one-off wooden baseball bats. (Like I asked it to do for me and you’ll see at this year’s Precision Machining Technology Show). Here I explain why it’s worth the time to read that article.

Superb critical thinking, top-notch leadership skills and a passion for building a strong team are a few of the common traits held by this year’s five Production Machining Emerging Leader award winners.

The SLV901 and SLV803 solvents are formulated to maintain cleaning efficacy while providing a safe, environmentally friendly alternative to processes that use PFAS and HFCs.

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“For our customers, this translates into possibilities to run the inserts at higher cutting speeds with GC1205 and increased tool life with GC1210. Additionally, it ensures consistent and predictable tool life while reaching the required surface integrity demands for critical aerospace components,” says Martin Saunders, global product application specialist for turning.

Machine tools capable of performing multiple functions and machining parts to completion are becoming the standard rather than the exception. Incorporating automation into these systems allows for extended periods of operation without the need for operator intervention.

Identifying and preventing these manufacturing sins will reduce or eliminate unnecessary waste, improve efficiency and productivity as well as protect profitability and cash flow.

H.B. Carbide Co. introduces the HB-710 grade for the machining of high-temperature materials, increasing edge line security and resistance.

Sandvik Coromant’s GC1205 and GC1210 physical vapor deposition (PVD) insert grades enable secure, high-precision turning of aged, nickel-based, heat-resistant superalloys (HRSA).

Various methodologies paired with online tools can help small to mid-sized manufacturers determine how to predict and calculate the potential economic benefits of robotic equipment for their specific needs.

These spindles available on Tschudin CNC centerless grinders are designed to minimize the heat transfer factor while optimizing dimensional stability and material removal rate.

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Verisurf will offer complete metrology solutions that combine its model-based inspection and measurement software, training and live technical support with Hexagon CMMs.

These spindles available on Tschudin CNC centerless grinders are designed to minimize the heat transfer factor while optimizing dimensional stability and material removal rate.

Production Machining’s October 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Ceratizit, Kennametal, Mate Precision Techologies, Horn and Mazak.

User-friendly inspection software for CNC machining centers was shown at IMTS 2024 monitoring measurements between and after machining while performing SPC based on recorded measurement values.

Recent testing has shown that thread rolling can be more economical than thread cutting when producing 4,000 parts or more. A newly created calculator can help you to determine which might be the better option for your threading applications.

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There are several key features that can help in working with the high-level performance of HRSA materials. A hard, fine-grained substrate, PVD coating technology and optimized edge-line integrity provide increased flank wear and secondary notch wear resistance, improved edge-line security and reduced flaking.

SolidCAM aims to align its product development and customer engagement strategies to address the evolving needs and challenges of the manufacturing industry.

When small job shop Ansonia Manufacturing took on a tricky hardware component job for a “live” glass art sculpture, it realized a boring head would be needed to machine the part complete on its live-tool lathe.

A company’s quest to discover errors in a manufacturing process has led to printing data matrix codes on its cutting tools that provide a wealth of information for both the user and this cutting tool manufacturer.

Zeiss Quality Innovation Days brings together quality and metrology experts from all over the world to take part in industry-specific sessions.

ModuleWorks and Toolpath announce a technology partnership that intends to utilize intelligent cloud-based manufacturing solutions for machining estimation and CAM automation.

A multispindle platform designed to combine the high production speed of a cam-driven machine with the precision and repeatability of CNC also includes technology to speed set ups for new jobs.

By equipping MassRobotics with its advanced cobots, ABB aims to facilitate the creation of new and impactful solutions that address real-world challenges across various industries.

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303 is a free-machining stainless alloy providing the best machinability among the austenitic stainless alloys. It is primarily used on Swiss-type Machines (Screw Machines) when productivity is a crucial factor. The machinability rating is approximately 75%.The sulfur addition, which is accountable for the enhanced machinability in 303 stainless, decreases its corrosion resistance and toughness to below that of 304 and 316 alloys.It has 1.5% carbon (compared to around 0.08% in 304/316); thus, it is less soft, therefore less likely to develop 'build-up edge' , and is more manageable with chip control.Summery:For general Turning of Stainless Steel 303 at stable conditions use a grade with a Semi Hard substrate and CVD coating.In case you are running at a cutting speed that is lower than 390 SFM (120 m/min), it is better to use a grade with aSemi Hard substrate and PVD coating.For general Milling use a grade with a Semi Hard substrate and PVD coating.For detailed carbide grades recommendations, check the Below Chart, or use the Grades Wizrad.Recommended Cutting speed range for turning at stable conditions is 890 - 1180 [SFM] / 270 - 360 [m/min].Recommended Cutting speed range for milling with stable clamping and short overhang is 560 - 750 [SFM] / 170 - 230 [m/min]For detailed cutting speed recomendations, check the Below Table, or use our Speed and Feed Calculator.Equivalent International Designations for Stainless Steel 303StandardNamesae303wnr1.4305dinX8CrNiS18-9bs303S21, 58Mss2346anforZ10CNF18.09uniX10CrNiS 18.09unfF.3508js1SUS303Chemical Composition for Stainless Steel 303ElementAmountChromium (Cr)19.5%Nickel (Ni)10.5%Silicon (Si)2.00%Manganese (Mn)1.50%Molybdenum (Mo)0.60%Sulfur (S)0.30%Carbon (C)0.16%Phosphorus (P)0.04%Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Stainless Steel 303* Click on the speeds below for higher precision in specific conditions!ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)Turning270-360890-1180Milling170-230560-750Parting105-145340-480Grooving160-215520-710Drilling75-105250-340Important! The speed estimation is given for an ideal situation:Most suitable carbide gradeStable tool clampingStable workpiece clampingGood quality raw materialA short overhang of the cutting tool.Nominal hardness of the material.etc.Click on the speeds in the above table to get better precision for specific parametersOr use our Speed and Feed CalculatorRecommended Carbide Grades for Stainless Steel 303TurningMilling (Indexable)Parting OffGrooving* If you do nott understand the below table? Read This Explanation to make the most out of it!Grade for TurningFilter Brand:BrandGradeISOMaterialappAppCoatingApps Range051015202530354045SandvikGC2015MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM05 - M15MMMSandvikGC2220MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM10 - M25MMMMSandvikGC2025MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM15 - M35MMMMMSandvikGC2035MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM20 - M45MMMMMMIscarIC807 (IC907)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM05 - M20MMMMIscarIC6015MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM05 - M15MMMIscarIC6025MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM15 - M35MMMMMIscarIC830 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM20 - M45MMMMMMKennametalKCU10B (KCU10)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM05 - M20MMMMKennametalKCM15B (KCM15)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM10 - M20MMMKennametalKCM25B (KCM25)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM15 - M35MMMMMKennametalKCU25 (KC5025)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM15 - M30MMMMKennametalKCM35B (KCM35)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningCVDM30 - M40MMMWalterWSM10S (WSM10)MM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM05 - 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M35MMMMMMSumitomoAC1030UMM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM20 - M40MMMMMSumitomoAC6040MMM - Stainless SteelTTurningPVDM25 - M45MMMMMGrade for Milling (Indexable)Filter Brand:BrandGradeISOMaterialappAppCoatingApps Range051015202530354045SandvikS30TMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM05 - M15MMMSandvikGC1040MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMSandvikGC2040MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM25 - M40MMMMIscarIC808 (IC908)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM05 - M15MMMIscarIC830 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMIscarIC330 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM15 - M40MMMMMMKennametalKC522MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M25MMMMKennametalKCSM40MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM20 - M35MMMMKennametalKC725MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM30 - M40MMMWalterWSM35SMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM25 - M45MMMMMWalterWSP45S (WSP45S)MM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM35 - M45MMMSecoMP2501MM - Stainless SteelMMillingCVDM05 - M20MMMMSecoF40MMM - Stainless SteelMMillingPVDM10 - M40MMMMMMMSecoT350MMM - 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M30MMMMMSandvikGC1135MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMIscarIC807 (IC907)MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM05 - M10MMIscarIC808 (IC908)MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMIscarIC5400MM - Stainless SteelPPartingCVDM10 - M25MMMMIscarIC830 (IC328)MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMKennametalKCU10MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM05 - M15MMMKennametalKCU25MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM15 - M30MMMMWalterWSM13SMM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM05 - M20MMMMWalterWSM23SMM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM10 - M30MMMMMWalterWSM33S (WSM33)MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM20 - M40MMMMMWalterWSM43SMM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM30 - M45MMMMSecoCP500MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM10 - M40MMMMMMMSecoCP600MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM20 - M45MMMMMMSecoT350MMM - Stainless SteelPPartingCVDM20 - M40MMMMMTungaloyAH725MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM15 - M30MMMMTungaloyAH7025MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM20 - M30MMMTungaloyGH130MM - Stainless SteelPPartingPVDM25 - M40MMMMMitsubishiVP10RTMM - 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At EMO 2023 in Hannover, Germany, FANUC presented an automated manufacturing cell simulating the complete production and measurement of aluminum electric vehicle (EV) inverter cases.

In this case, new controllers for two coordinate measuring machines — one 26 years old — with new programming software offers the possibility to enable multisensor inspection of critical, turned aerospace components.

As he progressed to CNC Swiss lead and later to his current position as CNC Swiss production supervisor, Darrin Baker helped the Swiss department at Liberty Precision double its productivity, according to his nominator.

The GC1205 and GC1210 insert grades are designed to make surface requirements for aerospace engine components easier to achieve. Together, they are said to cover a large application area during last-stage machining (LSM) and intermediate-stage machining (ISM).

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ModuleWorks and Toolpath announce a technology partnership that intends to utilize intelligent cloud-based manufacturing solutions for machining estimation and CAM automation.

Over the past year, Mike Gresen has led his team through the process of opening a new Benchmark Electronics location without interrupting supply to customers and within the company budget, shutting down production for only three business days.

Typical components the grades can machine include gas turbine discs, casings, blisks, spools, shafts and blades. These grades are also well suited for demanding applications such as power generation turbines and medical implants made of cobalt chrome. GC1205 is a finishing grade for machined surfaces in LSM and ISM applications. GC1210 is designed to perform in applications where more toughness is required, and is mainly used in ISM applications for nonmachined surfaces.

PMTS 2023: This tool management solution with Optik software is designed to help shops increase production output and decrease human error.

PMTS 2023: The Mazak Syncrex series comes in four bar capacities, ranging from 20 to 38 mm, and is available in 7-, 8- and 9-axis configurations as well as a 9-axis model with full B-axis contouring.

The Precision Machining Technology Show is a great example of discovering ways shopfloor employees can become more efficient, thereby helping shops become more profitable.

Marubeni Citizen-Cincom’s tooling and accessory workshop at IMTS 2024 offered a chance to learn more about ancillary devices that can boost machining efficiency and capability.

New part programming developments continue to be added to the Tri-County Technical College curriculum and solutions for Swiss-type lathes might soon be included.

Join this webinar and discover how to overcome multi-channel mill-turn and Swiss CAM programming challenges using SolidCAM, with amazing machine simulation and customized post-processors tailored for your mill-turn and Swiss CNCs. Darrin Bryant, SolidCAM’s applications engineer, will highlight how to utilize SolidCAM's CAM software to enhance your CNC manufacturing and demonstrate how to optimally set up your projects for guaranteed success. Agenda: Major benefits of SolidCAM's single window integration and full associativity in Solidworks Embracing the future of increasingly complex CNC machines—including five-axis, Multi-Channel Mill-Turn and Swiss CNCs Exclusive features of SolidCAM's iMachining that provides much shorter cycle times and superior tool life Using iMachining Technology Wizard takes the guesswork out of defining cutting conditions and automatically provides optimal feeds and speeds while considering stock materials, cutting tools and CNC machine properties Using SolidCAM’s Toolkit to easily create customized precision project setups Highlighting the advantages of multiple verification options in SolidCAM Utilizing SolidCAM’s operations sequence manager to simplify synchronized part creation with fewer steps and higher success

Individual elements of the machining process such as machine tools, tooling and even CAD/CAM software play a role in overall machine shop sustainability. Observing the entire process especially when it comes to their influences on energy usage is key.

Recent testing has shown that thread rolling can be more economical than thread cutting when producing 4,000 parts or more. A newly created calculator can help you to determine which might be the better option for your threading applications.