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Increase Production and Profits by Taking Setup Offline

How can a shop dramatically increase its production without purchasing another machine? Simply setting up tools outside the machine can significantly reduce spindle downtime. Using an offline tool presetter will allow the machine to keep making chips instead of sitting idle during setup.

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2009 05 21 General Metalworking Comments (0)

Eliminate Downtime by Automating EDM Drilling Operations

Automation for EDM drills comes in two main forms: (1) simple mechanical toolchangers and (2) comprehensive robotic systems. Both perform essentially the same function. However, where a toolchanger usually just moves the tool chuck in and out of the machining head (albeit automatically), a robot can also transport electrodes, guides and workpieces in and out [...]

2009 05 01 EDM Drilling
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Maximize Machine Performance with Dual-Contact Tooling

At high spindle speed rotation, a machine spindle will expand outward due to centrifugal force and heat. Due to this effect, a conventional tool holder without simultaneous fit will be pulled into the spindle and may even become locked in place when the spindle stops. However, with face and taper contact of
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2009 04 08 General Metalworking
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Receive Major Tax Break on New Equipment Purchased Now

Congress passed President Bush’s 2008 Economic Stimulus Act, which allows you to write off capital equipment purchases made in 2008. The tax incentive provides a 50% bonus depreciation for machine tools and other equipment purchased before the end of they year. For more manufacturer information,

See Mitsubishi EDM, Laser and Waterjet

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2008 11 25 Fabricating
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Spindle Replacement Doesn’t Have to Be a Nightmare

Everybody knows what spindle damage means: significant loss in productivity in the way of costly downtime, parts and labor while you’re waiting for spindle repair or replacement. Now, imagine a spindle with a removable taper design, which can be swapped out in just minutes. Consider the long-term savings this technology can bring you.
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2008 11 25 General Metalworking Comments (0)