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A Review of Vibration and Affordable Ways to Prevent It
While the latest machine tool technology may go a long way towards eliminating vibration and chatter, adding a new one may not be realistic. Luckily, there are less disruptive options that can make positive impacts on vibration without breaking the bank.
Direct Metal Deposition Gets Drive Shafts up to Speed on Container Ships
The labor intensive, time consuming conventional casting of alloys is becoming a thing of the past as new robot-assisted laser systems take the fabrication and repair of sliding bearings to an innovative new level in the gigantic container ships that travel across the world’s seas.
How Energy Incentives on New Welding Power Sources Benefit Your Bottom Line
Considering an upgrade to your welding equipment to increase profitability and cut operating costs? Here’s how you can also take advantage of the additional benefits that energy incentives provide for an even greater impact on your bottom line.
Tips on Fine Grinding Stainless Steel
Choosing the right equipment and consumables to grind a fine finish on stainless steel can get the job done faster with less operator fatigue. Here are nine ways to create a smooth surface in some typical finishing applications.
Your Robot Colleague is Coming Out of Its Cage
Creating a future of automation that is not about man VS. machine, but man WITH machine.
Think Induction Heating Is Only for Pipe Welding? Think Again
Widely used for pipe welding, induction heating is also a flexible option for flat plate welding and other applications that involve a wide range of part sizes and geometries and heating requirements.
Programming Must-Haves for Successful Laser Tube Cutting
Quality software is the first step to precision tube component manufacturing. Knowing what to look for based on your programming needs will help determine the best solution for your shop.
Make the Most of a Tool’s Entire ‘Life’
Successful shops always look for ways to differentiate and innovate for competitive advantage. Cashing in on the entirety of a tool’s life with an advanced tool management system is perhaps the most effective way to do that right now.
3D Printing a Spacecraft Valve Body in Titanium
Printing a part of this size in titanium in such a short time was something that could not have been achieved had the part been machined out of a billet.
Tips for Preventing Long Wire Breakage When Using Power Brushes
Typically caused by improper brush use or using the wrong brush for the application, long wire breakage does not fall under normal brush wear. It can be a costly problem that also poses safety hazards for operators and other workers in the area. Here are some ways to help prevent this issue so that you can get longer life and optimal performance from your power brushes.
How Submerged Arc Welding Can Improve Productivity
Ideal for demanding applications in pipe, pressure vessel and tank, railcar manufacturing and heavy construction/mining, this process offers great benefits in its simplest form of single wire welding, plus more in twin wire, tandem wire and multi-wire SAW configurations.
Why Companies Can’t Get Marketing Right
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