Here, all five axes (typically X, Y, Z, A, and B) on a suitably equipped machining center can be engaged simultaneously, allowing the production of complex, freeform surfaces like those
Where simple stamping dies form or punch out a part with each up and down stroke of the press, a progressive die completes it in bite-sized pieces. It gradually moves the strip of material
Where most milling toolholders rely on a screw, collet, or similar clamping mechanism to grip the tool, shrink-fit uses thermally-induced compression—heat the holder until its bore expands
Top students win 2025 Additive Manufacturing contest at SkillsUSA with innovative 3D-printed EV designs and prototypes.
The North American Manufacturing Research Institution (NAMRI | SME) announced the election of Dale Lombardo as its 2025-26 president.
FABTECH is North America’s largest metal-forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, organized jointly by the American Welding Society (AWS), Chemical Coaters Association International
See L-PBF. Now replace "metal" with polymer. That's SLS. It has a distinct advantage over most laser-powder-bed processes in that the parts are self-supporting and can be stacked, allowing
When buying a machine tool, do you consider the operator training, tooling and maintenance costs, energy consumption, depreciation, and eventual disposal? If not, you're not looking at the total
Sustainable manufacturers embrace "green" practices such as investing in energy-efficient machine tools, minimizing waste, reducing carbon emissions, using recyclable or recycled materials
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