On-Machine Metrology Drives Efficiencies In Large-Scale AM June 23, 2020 In the cornfields of southern Indiana, Thermwood Corp. is making unique large-scale additive manufacturing (LSAM) equipment. LSAM machines produce large- to very-large-sized components from reinforced thermoplastic composite materials, creating industrial tooling, masters, patterns, molds and production fixtures used in the aerospace, automotive, foundry, and marine industries.
Laser-Equipped Swiss CNCs Grow in Capability, Ease of Use June 25, 2020 Beginning around six years ago, one machine tool builder after another added laser cutting and even welding to their products’ already impressive repertoires.
ESPRIT Announces Extended Support for Mazak Smooth Ai CNC June 30, 2020 ESPRIT by DP Technology has announced extended support for Mazak Smooth Ai CNC. ESPRIT produces machine-optimized, edit-free G-code programs, program optimization, and machine simulation for Mazak’s machine tools.
ZOLLER Interface in CAMWorks February 28, 2022 With the ZOLLER Interface in CAMWorks, tool data is standardized and the exchange of data between the two software systems is automated
Easy Setups with Automated On-Machine Probing December 7, 2021 Machine operators can replace time-consuming manual setups and gauging with the precision of digital metrology through a conversational CNC interface.
Energy Industry Demands New Mix of Parts November 29, 2021 While fossil fuels dominate the energy market, expect a new mix of parts as renewable energy and EVs grow in market share.
OSB giant understands value of digital thread is not TBD November 30, 2021 How the digital thread increases visibility of upstream and downstream workflows.
Bay County, FL receives Foreign Direct Investment Certification January 7, 2022 Bay County received a welcomed award at the September 21st Commission meeting.
Chasing Gold in A&D Manufacturing October 25, 2021 ORNL has partnered with MSC Industrial Supply to deliver a service that improves the material removal rate of existing equipment by a factor of three, on average, by correctly using cutting conditions based on measurements.
Reverse Engineering Proliferates: New Applications Emerge as Technology Improves October 13, 2021 Reverse engineering is becoming multifaceted and complex. The key drivers: new metrology sensors and more capable software, enabled by ever more powerful and cheaper computing.