The low-cost 3D printer in this shop supports machining by simplifying prototyping and producing usable hardware…. View Article

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One answer: It already does. Lockheed Martin discusses the challenges and promise of producing… View Article

Challenge Machine continues to add high-speed equipment for the increasing amount of micromachining work… View Article

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Hoosier Pattern has changed its business in a way that dramatically expands the design freedom available… View Article

This family of standards specify a common format for identifying and describing cutting tools… View Article

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The strength of a tough part-off tool is shown in video showing it parting off a railroad rail… View Article

Continuously checking the condition of cutting tools and responding appropriately to wear or… View Article