Please Optimize your Magnetic Chuck
The rapid growth of high-speed machining in the moldmaking industry continues to be facilitated by the parallel implementation of advances in machine tools. […]
New technology of Drilling Coolant Channels
Plastic injection molds have been used for years to produce high-volume components ranging from bottle caps to dashboards. The mold bases used for this process have always been high-cost, long leadtime items. […]
Introduction to new types of milling magnets
In 2001, two new types of milling magnets entered the market – magnetic setup blocks and permanent milling magnets. […]
introduction to Magnetic Alternatives
Magnetic chucks are the most flexible type of workholding system for the widest range of machine tools, including horizontal and vertical machine tools, HSM centers, CNC lathes, mills, EDM palletized robotic applications and surface grinders. […]
How to understand equipment effectiveness
Employing this technology into a machine tool and spindle service program is the key to achieving overall equipment effectiveness. The right service program should utilize all available assets. It should keep a spindle running in peak condition, which allows it to maintain a high level of quality and production, through regular maintenance. […]
How to Select a Magnetic Chuck
Consider these factors when selecting the type of magnetic chuckImposed LimitThe most obvious limit to using magnetic workholding is that some materials, such as ceramics and plastics, as well as some metals such as stainless steel, aluminum or bronze, cannot be held by a magnet. […]
We need Automation
When justifying the investment, it is important to complete an accurate estimate of the potential cost savings for automating an area. Robotic automation offers many direct benefits to the bottom line of the manufacturing operation. Replacing manual operations reduces obvious factors like labor cost including overtime, benefits and taxes. […]
Introduction to Micro Moldmaking Rules
Rule 1: Mold tolerances become more critical.As parts get smaller, any miscalculations have a significantly greater impact. When requesting a micro mold, aim for 10 percent part tolerances, as opposed to the 25 to 50 percent level commonly seen in macro molds, […]
Introduction to High Energy Applied Technology
High Energy Applied Technology (H.E.A.T.) was developed to address the need for high-speed cutting of wire EDM applications where good, sealed flushing cannot be achieved, while at the same time providing high accuracy, unparalleled part straightness, and good surface finishes. The desire to be able to use the most common EDM wires in today’s market [...]
How to Standardize your workshop
To find the best process you must find the bottlenecks and move them to the beginning of the process. Now finding all the bottlenecks and addressing them appropriately is a challenge, but the answer is so simple: standardize all processes. […]