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From Craft to Science
For this shop, efforts to adapt to technology that reduces the need for human labor have driven a fundamental and ongoing shift to a more standardized manufacturing process.
Read MoreGoing to Extremes with EDM Drilling
Expertise in drilling start holes helps this wire EDM shop give 110 percent on every job without breaking the bank.
Read MoreSee 3D Printing in Action
During amerimold expo 2014 this June 11-12 in Novi, Michigan, exhibitor Linear Mold & Engineering will be offering a Destination Tour to see its 3D printing in action at its DMLS Division.
Read MoreSpecial Report: Advanced Technologies Driving U.S. Manufacturing Renaissance
• SME’s Manufacturing Engineering Media releases its annual trends report • Advanced manufacturing software, automation, multifunction machines and 3-D printing creating new industry of the future • Developing a highly skilled workforce is critical to sustaining momentum in the U.S. manufacturing sector
Read MoreAngling for “Big” Advantages in Automotive Tooling
This shop hopes to capitalize on growing opportunities in a different market by adding to its large-part machining capacity.
Read MoreImprove and Simplify Wire EDM
A CAD/CAM system with dedicated wire EDM functionality should allow the user to select a specific machine from within the system and apply the conditions to the machining operations.
Read MoreBuilding a Mold in Fewer Setups
Current machine tool technology can reduce complex elements of moldmaking while increasing mold quality and accuracy.
Read MoreStraight and Simple
An internal vertical lifter system enabled this shop to design a mold that releases a series of undercuts without requiring angled machining operations.
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