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Transitioning from manual to automated machining

I entered the Army in 1988 as a military occupational specialty (MOS) 44E (machinist) under the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program. Since I had received industry standard manual machinist training, ...
American Machinist

New CNC Declared a “Dramatic Evolution”

Mazak’s new Smooth Technology “process-performance platform” debuts Seamless Corner Control Variable Acceleration Control Intelligent Pocket Milling Supports MTConnect Mazak’s Smooth Technology spans ...
MD&M East

CNC-Machine Programming Software Emphasizes Tool Management

A company has developed software that is suitable for programming CNC milling machines, wire-type electrical-discharge machines, lathes, mill-turn centers, and Swiss-type lathes used in such ...
American Machinist

Handheld CNC G-Code Programming

The “rugged” device is targeted at machine tool programmers, operators, and maintenance personnel. RBR MACHINE TOOLS introduced the CncGcoder ® HD-T package, designed to aid machine tool setup, ...
Machine Design

CNC Guide (Part 1): Best Design Practices for Custom Machined Parts

Editor's Note: An updated version of this information can be found here. What exactly is computer-numerical-controlled (CNC) machining? It’s a means to make parts by removing material via high-speed, ...