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How You Can Resolve Aluminum’s Costly Chip-Control Problems

Some aluminum alloys pose chip-control problems that can spell big trouble for lathe productivity. Here are steps you can take to get past that obstacle and on with the job.

Machining

Improving Cycle Times: 3 Experts Expose Wasteful Machine Shop Practices

Three cutting tool experts explain why machining times are often longer than they should be and what you should do about it

Milling

IMTS 2018 VIDEO: Get a Hands-On Look at Why Sandvik PrimeTurning Reduces Cycle Time

Both roughing and finishing with a single machining tool used to be unheard of in metalworking. But Sandvik Coromant developed PrimeTurning to allow high-feed roughing turns and also finish turns using multiple corners of the same tool.

Milling

IMTS 2018 VIDEO: SECO Tools Debuts Eco-Friendly Cutter

Milling

IMTS 2018 VIDEO: Success—High-Feed Milling Cuts Machining Time by 78%

To get more done at a better price point, think about the total cost of ownership of your milling tools versus the price tag. MSC senior metalworking specialist Robert Goodwin talks about how an automotive parts maker reaped savings by moving to high-feed milling.

Modern Machine Shop

IMTS Insights: Using Technology to Counter the Machinist Shortage

As manufacturers and machine shops ramp up recruitment and training to address a worsening shortage of qualified workers, they’re also leaning into technology for workarounds.

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