Manufacturing evolves to meet the demands of customers and novel products. Sometimes, this means machine shops need to change their approach to normal steps or processes, including how they set-up to ...

The DLC-coated DS2000 Series tooling from Tungaloy Corporation has been optimized for aluminum and non-ferrous metal ...

The newest members of the Kyon cutting ceramics family from Kennametal Inc. (www.kennametal.com), are KY4300 ceramic inserts that are designed for aerospace parts machining applications involving ...

As new machining techniques become more widespread, it can be tempting for shops to try them out and put their promises to the test. It is important to not only learn how to use a new machining ...

Composite materials, notably those reinforced with carbon or glass fibres, are increasingly utilised in engineering applications due to their high strength-to-weight ratio and durability. However, ...

Semitron MDS 100 is a dimensionally stable polyetheretherketone (PEEK) polymer stock for precision machining and mounting. The material has a flexural modulus of 1.4 msi and flexural strength of 20.5 ...

Designing equipment for use in harsh environments is no easy task. Finding the appropriate materials is one of the most crucial but potentially complex steps, so manufacturers must note the importance ...

The unique structural characteristics of composite materials and cost-to-weight ratio make it a valuable commodity across a wide range of industries. Having the most versatile CNC machine may be the ...