Articles & Columns

Rotary sawing is an alternative to applying a single-point tool for cutting off, grooving and forming.

Software developed by auto-parts maker optimizes metalcutting operations.

Carousel-based, automated tool-dispensing machines can cut costs for midsize companies.

Proper edge preparation improves tool performance.

A series of short Articles on the subject of minimizing or eliminating manual mold polishing.

With the development of new, less expensive systems, rapid prototyping makes its moves to the masses

A guide to managing and maintaining metalworking fluids.

Advanced software gives moldmakers a boost.

Single-blade tool supported by guide pads overcomes the difficulties of cam boring.

Cold-forming taps shrink tapping cycle times.

Factors to consider when dry or near-dry machining.

Carbon dioxide, YAG and fiber lasers all provide a viable method for marking most materials and parts.

A guide to reaming holes cost-effectively.

CTE's first cost-justification and planned-expenditures survey reveals what metalcutting companies intend to buy in 2004 and why.

New equipment allows deposition of hard and tough nanocomposite tool coatings.

Locating devices play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of workholders.

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of flight, a company has replicated the Wright brothers' 1903 airplane engine--and their machning techniques.

Molybdenum disulfide tool coatings improve the machining of aluminum, titanium and nickel-base alloys--even when dry.

Options for small shops looking to upgrade their turning equipment.

A job shop's CNC Swiss-type machines produce hard-to-make parts from start to finish.