Machining

Hand scraping of way surfaces and critical machine components is a tedious but necessary part of machine tool accuracy. image: Mitsui Seiki

November 2, 2016

by Kip Hanson

Fast spindle speeds are but a small part of high speed machining success

The part machining bay at Omega's facility. The shop produces plastic injection, compression, R.I.M and die cast moulds primarily for the automotive industry.

October 5, 2016

by Andrew Brooks

In a demanding industry, survival and success require constant improvement

Cavalier Tool and Manufacturing's IMSA twin spindle, multi-axis deep hole drilling machine with 34,927 kg (77,000 lb) table capacity.

October 5, 2016

by Andrew Brooks

Canada’s mould, tool and die industry is looking for collaborative, tech-forward suppliers

The Doosan 130L II, seen here, is the largest and most recent of four Doosan boring mills in Rova Machine's shop. Vince Mainella, seen at left beside partner Andy Lombardi, says the Doosans are stronger and more accurate than some of his other machines.

October 5, 2016

by Kip Hanson

Buying the right machine for the job helps this Oldcastle machine shop prosper

Titanium high heels made on an AM machine. Image: EOS

October 4, 2016

by Kip Hanson

Understanding the ROI of additive manufacturing

September 18, 2016

In a world where technological changes are occurring at a dizzying rate, no company can be an expert in every area. Partnering with companies with expertise in different technology areas is the best way for suppliers to provide manufacturers with comprehensive solutions for customers. This collaborative approach was clearly evident at IMTS 2016.

Zoller's tool identification and data transfer system

September 2, 2016

Zoller's solution for tool identification and data transfer is a simple and reliable process, claims the company. It offers reliable data transfer without network connection using Zoller's zidCode.

Terry Kunath joins DiPaolo Machine Tools

September 2, 2016

Terry Kunath has joined DiPaolo Machine Tools as an applications engineer.

Canada’s mining industry has its ups and downs, but a positive value proposition will always bring work

September 2, 2016

by Andrew Brooks

Canada’s mining industry has its ups and downs, but a positive value proposition will always bring work

David Laflamme, president of Précicut, says the Walter tool grinder was essential to meet growing customer needs and adds he plans to purchase a second Walter CNC tool grinder for future growth needs.

September 2, 2016

Quebec shop's fast growth spurs investment in new CNC tool grinding technology

THE PROBLEM: Inability to meet growing tool regrinding demand
THE SOLUTION: A five axis CNC tool grinder

August 29, 2016

Porsche owes part of its success in racing to DMG MORI, the machine tool builder that is the car manufacturer's technology partner and supplies the Porsche race team with manufacturing technology and machined parts via the Porsche Motorsport CNC Competence Centre at Deckel Maho Seebach in Germany.

5ME acquires rights to cryogenic machining technology

August 29, 2016

5ME, a Warren, MI, which specializes in manufacturing services and software to improve efficiencies, has secured rights to cryogenic machining technology by acquiring 51 patents from Creare, a supplier of cryogenic systems and fluid dynamics.

United Grinding to open new North American headquarters

August 29, 2016

United Grinding plans to open a new 9.290 sq m (100,000 sq ft) North American headquarters in Miamisburg, OH, consolidating its existing operarations in the US state.

Far right Marc Erickson and beside him Sean Smith with customers at Machine Tool System's open house.

August 25, 2016

Machine Tool Systems celebrated the opening of a new facility -- and a new chapter in its history -- with an open house for customers and industry colleagues. The machine tool distributor recently announced it had become the exclusive Canadian distributor for GF Machining Solutions.

August 17, 2016

On September 16, steel product manufacturers will be able to celebrate what they do by opening their doors to the public. SteelDay is an interactive and networking event created by The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction.