The key to the time savings with five-axis inspection is the ability to overcome this limitation. The technique uses synchronized head and machine motion when scanning, allowing the probe to follow changes in part geometry rapidly without introducing dynamic errors. […]
I think at first we need the latest scanning technology, because successful application of five-axis inspection also requires the use of appropriate inspection software/program that supports the use of the new probe for the verification of both geometric and free-form shapes on all major makes of CMM. […]
This year an innovative solution offering the advantage of predictable and consistent gate opening found in typical valve gate applications, […]
Valve gate systems, the alternate solution, offer injection molders increased flexibility and process opportunities that cannot be achieved with the use of thermal gate systems. […]
The first to enter the market and still the most common are thermally operated. […]
The starting point in any improvement is a clear understanding of the business goals. In the analysis process, a set of goals was discovered that has been close to universal across the companies interviewed: increase productivity, […]
In talking with tool shop executives, it became apparent that many do not take the time to analyze their business processes. […]
In the hard milling process there are a number of concerns. For example, a build-up of heat during the cutting process can cause premature tool wear, trapped/welded chips, […]
The secret of hard milling has been around for awhile. The problem is that people often don’t want to accept the requirements because of the necessary investment.You can’t take any shortcuts and expect to get results. […]
Digital prototyping gives designers and engineers the ability to virtually explore a complete product before it is built—so they can design, visualize and simulate products from the conceptual design phase through the manufacturing process. […]