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While manufacturers have applied model-based definition to product definition for some time, they have only recently applied it as a quality assurance process.
While rigid honing can remove relatively large amounts of metal and improve hole straightness and roundness, flexible hones “follow” the existing bore and are meant for finishing and deburring operations only. Here’s what you need to know about each.
A part surface can require a specific metal finish for many reasons, be it cosmetic, product functionality, or customer preference.
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Watch this video for some great tips and guidance on drilling stainless steel, one of the more challenging metal groups used widely in medical, aerospace and general engineering applications.
The new Accupro VS series plunge mill offers the unique combination of a variable helix end mill with the added capability of drilling.
In this episode of MSC's Tooling Up Eddie Saunders Jr., MSC Expert Host, is joined by Tony McClain, Regional Product Manager, Indexable Milling at Kennametal for a real-time discussion around the many benefits of tangentially mounted milling cutters and how they can help manufacturing shops find efficiencies and increase productivity.
In this episode of MSC's Tooling Up Eddie Saunders Jr., MSC Expert Host, is joined by Tony McClain, Regional Product Manager, Indexable Milling at Kennametal for a real-time discussion about the versatility of the Dodeka Mini Milling Cutter.
Nickel is extremely important for manufacturing. Learn how to better cut this challenging metal—and how to use neat oil to help cool it down.
In this short video, OSG discusses the benefits of using a thread mill versus a tap when threading a hole with a low-powered machine.
In this episode of MSC's Tooling Up, Eddie Sauders Jr., MSC Expert Host, is joined by Chris Dixon, Applications Engineer at Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, Inc. for a real-time discussion and demonstration of the Series 77 H-Carb 7 Flute High-Efficiency End Mills.
An in-depth look at different machines and the importance of properly machine guarding.
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See how Norton BlazeX with Cool Friction Technology can help reduce heat on your work piece.
How-To
Why less chatter means more capacity (and profit) for metalworking shops.
Threading may be one of the tougher areas of turning and milling operations, but there are ways to make it easier and more productive.
Achieving maximum machine utilization means understanding and taking advantage of the chip thinning effect.
MACHINING TIPS & TRICKS
Do you find the maintenance of your machining fluids to be a huge, messy, wasteful hassle? We understand and are here to help.
Need to boost productivity? Stringy chips aren’t OK. Use these tips to make them go away. Forever.
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Gain more machining time and make more profit? Yes, as long as you know where to do it.
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Here’s what you need to know about precision measurements in manufacturing.
Learn how to balance tool life with the optimal cutting geometries for lead angles.
Learn some best practices for retention knob maintenance.
For manufacturers willing to make the investment, circle segment cutting can reduce cycle times and increase tool life of certain CNC jobs. Here’s what you need to know.
Learn how on-machine probing can increase your productivity.
The Abrasives Process Solutions Team from Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives provides a proof of concept for manufacturers to use automation for abrasives work.
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