Methods to Host TechDay2020 at Phoenix and Los Angeles Technical Centers March 3, 2020 Methods Machine Tools Inc. is hosting TechDay2020 – Phoenix on March 24th-25th and TechDay2020 – Los Angeles on March 26th. TechDay2020 is an open house style event where attendees will be able to attend multiple seminars, see individual product demonstrations, and talk with Methods Engineers about machine tool and automation applications that are specific to their business.
New YG-1 Fiberglass Routers Designed to Machine Composites Better, Faster March 4, 2020 YG-1 has launched four new solid-carbide fiberglass routers for CNC or hand routers to handle machining processes for fiberglass and other high-performance fibers. The new routers are optimized in composition, cutting angles, flute strength and stability for longer life and lower cost per part, according to the company.
Mastercam ‘Wildest Parts Competition’ Accepting Entries January 13, 2020 Mastercam CAD/CAM software, developed by CNC Software, Inc., is sponsoring a competition to inspire students and professionals in the manufacturing arena. The 2020 Masters of CAM Wildest Parts Competition is now accepting entries.
Hybrid Additive/Subtractive Tech Changing the Face of Design and Manufacturing September 10, 2019 Some of the key trends in manufacturing are brought about by convergence of the design and manufacturing industries. With manufacturers under more pressure than ever to deliver better products faster and at lower cost, the need to connect and automate design and manufacturing processes to reduce iterations, errors, and delivery times is becoming critical.
When Is Hard Turning the Right Solution? September 10, 2019 Hard turning has long been used for finishing when it comes to high-volume applications. Now, tooling suppliers have pushed cubic boron nitride (CBN) insert technology further, with geometric innovations that further increase the efficiency—and cost-effectiveness—of hard turning.
Toolholding Applications Offer Win-Win Scenarios October 7, 2019 Defeating chatter, increasing speeds and feeds, defeating pullout, and reducing cycle times hold the keys to success.
Mastercam CAD/CAM from Tops Capstone Indy Car Engineering Project October 4, 2019 The IUPUI Mechanical Engineering Technology program concentrated on Mastercam and the online benefits of Mastercam University for its students. This approach paid big dividends on a unique Indy Car project for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Turning Data Into Decisions October 10, 2019 How do we turn all the data collected at each step of the manufacturing process into something usable?
Two Roads to Toolpath Evolution January 2, 2020 The evolution of toolpath development has taken two routes, according to Ben Mund, senior market analyst for CNC Software Inc., Tolland, Conn.
Hexagon Moves Beyond Metrology November 5, 2019 Describe Hexagon’s latest moves in factory automation, including unifying its metrology software with its CAD/CAM and other manufacturing software.
