Saturday, October 20, 2018
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NIMS Expands Rules of Funding for Registered Apprenticeships
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Sponsors may now apply for funding of new and expanding apprenticeship programs.
Fives Landis Opening Tech Center in Maryland
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The facility’s focus will be on application support, especially for aerospace manufacturers grinding difficult and exotic materials.
Jesse Garant Metrology Center Invests $15 Million in CT, X-Ray, 3D Scanning Technology
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The center serves the aerospace and automotive industries with non-destructive testing and part inspection services.
Improvement Versus Reinvention: Impressions from Virginia
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]A three-day journey through Virginia shows advanced manufacturing’s concern with pursuing lean principles when facing challenges rooted in the past and arriving on the horizon.
Gage Software Connects to CNC, Automates Tool Offset Updates
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The Renishaw Equator flexible gage is now offered with intelligent process control (IPC) software, providing the functionality to fully automate tool offset updates in CNC manufacturing processes.
Hexagon to Build “Smart Factory” in China
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The Hongdao facility will primarily produce metrology systems.
NIMS, Immerse2Learn Release Manufacturing Education Package to Schools
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The package contains learning resources and software from CAD/CAM developers.
When It Comes to Cybersecurity, Be Scared, but Be Prepared
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Warnings about threats to internet-enabled networks in manufacturing plants should be taken seriously without giving in to alarmist overreactions. The risks are real, but manageable, while the benefits are too compelling to forego.
Mastercam's CAD for CAM Design Software Adds More Functionality
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Modeling tools include not only 3D surfacing and solids, but hole filling, direct editing without a solids history, geometry repair and much more.
Simulation Software Module Verifies Additive, Hybrid Machining
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]CGTech has introduced additive manufacturing (AM) simulation capabilities through Vericut software’s Additive module.
DP Technology Holds 15th Annual Esprit World Conference
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]This year’s conference emphasized automation while centering human creativity, offering educational courses and workshops for customers.
Grob, Open Mind to Offer Free, Two-Day Technology Seminar
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The event is scheduled for August 1-2, 2017, at Grob’s headquarters in Ohio.
CAM Software Helps Shop Take on Complex Work
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]For Sluterbeck Tool and Die, programming at the machine created substantial downtime. Mastercam Mill Level 1 software improved machine uptime with offline programming.
Manufacturing News of Note: July 2017
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]A big R&D agreement looks at additive for structural airplane components, Autodesk appoints a new president and other industry news.
CAM Software Enhances Verification Capabilities
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]SmartCAMcnc has announced the release of SmartCAM 2017, delivering new verification technology as well as expanded rotary axis and code generation support, and improvements to the user interface and rough milling functionality.
CAM Software Update Smooths Contouring in Case of Collision
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]ModuleWorks has released version 2017.04 of its ModuleWorks CAM software containing new and enhanced features for its 5-Axis, 3-Axis TurnMill, Turning and Simulation components.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Now Offers 24/7 Technical Support
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The company says that the extended hours are expected to benefit second- and third-shift operations that encounter technical issues and breakdowns.
Amerimold: Moldmaking's Biggest Show Captures Current Metalworking Technology
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Many of the emerging developments and key trends in metalworking technology were represented at this show, making it a revealing cross-section of current advances.
Lang Technovation Launches Manufacturing Blog
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The blog is scheduled to post quarterly with commentary, insights, smart manufacturing concepts and industry updates.
Data-Driven Manufacturing Brings Efficiency to the Shop Floor
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Developments in data-driven manufacturing, or digitization of the shop floor, are going far beyond merely knowing whether or not machines are in cycle.
Smaller Economical Turning Inserts, Holders Maintain Same Performance
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Tungaloy is expanding its economical ISO-EcoTurn turning insert and holder system to include VNMG inserts and holders.
Insert Grade Excels in Turning Uneven Forged Surfaces
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Sandvik Coromant has introduced its GC4335 insert grade for the turning of steels where unstable conditions or vibration issues prevail.
Manufacturing News of Note: June 2017
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Sandvik Coromant and Zimmerman appoint new presidents, DeVry University launches advanced manufacturing classes, and more industry news.
New Tech, New Talent at GF Machining
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]This year’s annual open house marked the debut of not only a new series of wire EDMs, but also an apprenticeship program designed to serve as a pipeline of application and service engineers for years to come.
Tangential Milling Cutter Enables Increased Depths of Cut
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Sumitomo Electric Carbide’s TSX-series tangential milling cutter is designed for stable, efficient shoulder milling at high feed rates.
Making Mountains out of Mold Steel—Literally
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]When graphite molds wouldn’t cut it for a manufacturer of hand-blown drinking glasses, this shop machined more durable stainless steel molds to create the famous mountainous shapes that emerge from the bottom of its customer’s nifty drinkware.
Cost-Effective Milling Cutters Universally Applicable
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Walter has added to its range of solid carbide milling cutters with the introduction of its MC232 Perform product line.
End Mill for High-Feed Milling in Hardened Steels
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Seco Tools has released a new solid carbide end mill designed to boost metal removal rates and extend tool life.
ER Clamp Available in More Big Plus Taper
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Big Kaiser’s Mega ER grip is designed for high clamping force, concentricity, rigidity and balance at high spindle speeds.
Emuge, Open Mind Technologies Formalize Partnership
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]The two companies have a history of collaboration.
Doosan Partners with 5ME to Offer Cryogenic Machining Options
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Doosan will sponsor an open house event at 5ME’s Michigan tech center later in 2017 to demonstrate cryogenic machining on its machine tools.
Hiring, Training and Supporting the Workforce in School and on the Job
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Virginia’s Rolls-Royce Crosspointe plant shares its strategies for attracting, hiring and supporting its workers, while Danville Community College excels with its integrated machining education model.
Additive Manufacturing Simulation Offers Virtual Experimentation
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]CGTech says that Vericut 8.1, which will be available early in the fall, adds the ability to identify potential problems that can occur when integrating additive methods.
Custom Machine-Ready Blanks Are Made to Order
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]TCI Precision Metals enables faster finish machining by eliminating material prep.
OR Laser, Heraeus to Collaborate on Metal Materials Development for AM
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]OR Laser has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Heraeus for developing powdered metal materials for additive manufacturing applications.
Amerimold 2017: Plastics Exhibitors Promoted Products, Too
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Amerimold had it all this year—or should I say it had MORE than ever before. While metalworking tools, materials and systems reigned supreme, the plastics side of the equation was also well represented.
Throwback Thursday: Testing Engineered Options for Mold Alignment
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Performance data on alignment components helps select the best treatment, improve the design and chart more precise application recommendations.
CAD/CAM Offers Five-Axis Tangent Plane Machining Optimization
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Open Mind has innovations in the hyperMILL 2017.2 and the hyperMILL Maxx machining performance package with its three modules for roughing, finishing and drilling.
SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, Amerimold Exhibitor Products
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Manufacturing trends are constantly changing, and in this thriving global marketplace, it's very important that you keep up with the latest processes, techniques and applications to ensure your company can be an active part of the industry. Take a look at more of the technology to be on display next week at
2017 Leadtime Leader Winner Accepts Award at Amerimold
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Graphic Tool demonstrates that size does not matter when it comes to bringing home MMT's annual Leadtime Leader Award.
Airfoil Scanning Process Yields Parametric Model
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Exact Metrology details the steps to a successful airfoil evaluation.
Company Growth, Partnerships Featured at Haimer Open House
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Haimer's annual open house at its U.S. headquarters in Villa Park, Illinois, gave attendees a taste of German hospitality and a look at how the family-owned company is expanding for the future.
SLIDESHOW: Amerimold Technology Showcase
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]We’re in the home stretch! Amerimold 2017 opens this week, and promises to be exciting, motivating and, of course, loaded with opportunities to learn, make connections and have fun with mold-industry colleagues.
SLIDESHOW: The Final Countdown to Amerimold
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]It’s Amerimold Eve! Our exhibitors are assembling and putting final touches on their booth displays today and there are so many new companies – plus familiar companies who have something new to show attendees. Amerimold 2017 is not to be missed.
MC Machinery Systems Officially Opens New Headquarters
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Last week, MC Machinery Systems Inc. officially opened its new, larger headquarters in Elk Grove Village and here's a slideshow of some of the notable features there.
Amerimold 2017: Multitudes of Metalworking Materials and Machines
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]Amerimold proved once again that it is THE event for moldmaking.
CAM Offers Integrated Suite for Five-Axis Machines
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]TruePath software package offers an integrated suite of post processing, verification and optimization tools dedicated to five-axis machining centers.
Technology Showcase: Machining, AM and Software
July 19, 2017
[unable to retrieve full-text content]With Amerimold in our rear-view mirror for the time being, there are still several new products that have been released, or will be soon, to bring to MMT readers’ attention.
Honeywell Salisbury™ Premium Light Weight Lift Front Hood and Face Shields Offer Safety, Comfort,
July 19, 2017
The new Honeywell Salisbury™ Premium Light Weight Lift Front Hood and Face Shields deliver industry-leading comfort and safety on the job — and CE certification.
The Fiber Composite Market: A Land of Opportunities
July 19, 2017
It is easy to look at an industry like composites and quickly dismiss it as slow-moving and of no real interest to you or your company, but the chances are you would be wrong.