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The most challenging business proposition for shops these days is figuring out how to stay competitive producing a high mix of parts in smaller batches
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Dear Industry Expert,
The most challenging business proposition for shops these days is figuring out how to stay competitive producing a high mix of parts in smaller batches. With the advent of just in time, customers continually want to minimize inventory, which means they rely on you to make the parts as they need them. |
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A good milling tool made even better
The WNT SilverLine milling cutters from CERATIZIT aims to increase the productivity and efficiency of the milling cutter and improve process security. Due to their universal application capabilities, manufacturing is highly flexible and does not require a large tool portfolio, even when a wide range of services is being offered – for many milling operations the SilverLine is perfectly adequate and will be the tool of choice. More...
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No distance is too far for us
The key skills required in Customer Services are not only an extensive knowledge of MILLTURN machines, but also solution-oriented thinking and a pragmatic approach. Stefan Diesenreither, who has been a service engineer at WFL since 2012, explains what a typical job looks like, what really matters and the kind of challenges that need to be overcome. More...
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Five benefits of 5-axis machining
Five-axis simultaneous machining centre can help manufacturers save time and money. The three linear axes and two additional swivelling, titling or rotary axes on table or headstock allows cutting tool to approach the part from all directions. This can enhance machining efficiency and reduce multiple setups. And finally, improve the machining accuracy. More...
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Swiss company extends life of cam operated automatic lathes
Tens of thousands of traditional cam-operated automatic lathes are still tirelessly mass-producing precision parts for the watch, automotive, dentistry and electronic industries globally. Though the official support for these machining tools is limited, quality spare parts and tools are still available thanks to the Swiss company UniParts. More...
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BLOHM PROFIMAT XT with tool changer
The cost-efficient solution to automatically change grinding wheels is one-of-a-kind in this market segment. Highly productive, flexible PROFIMAT XT merges four grinding technologies in one machine: reciprocate, creep feed, CD and speed stroke grinding. Thanks to the tool changer these pro-cedures can now be automated. More...
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Versatile long-grooving options expanded
Dormer Pramet has expanded its parting-off and grooving assortment with several significant additions. This includes a complete offer for a variety of machining conditions and materials comprising a new insert, two new geometries, a new grade, blades and tool holder. The new 25mm GL double-edged insert is available in a variety of widths from 2 – 6mm. More...
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