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3S for EDM
Applying the sort, set and standardize principles of 5S to EDM operations can increase efficiency by minimizing waste.
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Experimenting with 3D Printing
Evaluating the use of this technology will help you determine where to make the smartest investments.
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Jig Boring for Mold Base Accuracy
Mold performance and durability depends on mold base quality, and hole making is a crucial step in the process.
Read MoreHand Scraping Craftmanship
Hand scraping is the process of using either a manually or motorized-driven scraping blade to remove very small amounts of metal from a precision surface to eliminate high spots left behind from the machining process.
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Additive Manufacturing Magazine Debut
Welcome to the new Additive Manufacturing magazine. I have been on the team publishing Additive Manufacturing as a small supplement to a few of our larger magazines, but this issue marks the debut of a standalone publication with a redesigned look, feel, size and scope.The move was warranted by the continued interest and activity levels in additive manufacturing. Take a look at the digital edition now available.
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Preparing to Automate
One of the many presentations at Makino's recent Technology Expo covered die/mold automation. Here are a few takeaways on things to think about early in any implementation.
Read MoreCutter Sets New Standard for Heavy Hogging
A recent roughing application shattered this moldmaker’s expectations about the stability of a large face mill in long-reach contouring operations.
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Maximize Hard Milling with Balanced Machining Process Factors
Successful application of high-speed milling of hardened steels requires an understanding of the many factors that influence the entire machining process.
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"Rule of Thumb" vs. Engineered Lock Selection
A guide that applies engineering principles is designed to help engineers select properly sized alignment components.
Read MoreDirect Side Gating
Mold builders and molders should carefully consider hot runner selection, as it dramatically impacts an injection molding system’s speed, quality and uptime.
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