Machine shops' labor concerns are typically involve training and experience, but new factors are presenting new problems: Whether it's the need to reduce labor costs due to declining work orders, or ...

For the benefit of our readers, what is the principle of Aerostatic bearings, and how do they compare to roller-element or oil hydrostatic bearings? There are two types of aerostatic bearings, inlet ...

Rather than programming and processing one toolpath at a time, Surfware's Step Reduction Milling technology simultaneously generates all toolpaths. This method, says Surfware, slashes rough machining ...

Dr. Ralf Dupont, President of Levicron, has been involved in the development of non-contact bearing systems, for over a decade. AZoM Spoke to Ralf about Levicron's aerostatic tool spindles which can ...

Using a tool shaped more like the surface it is finishing reduces cycle time and improves finish. Much has been made of newer roughing strategies such as high efficiency milling and for good reason.

Addman Advanced Metals has scaled from a single 3D printer to 25 while also building out a robust array of subtractive machines. In this video, find out how the shop manages its additive and ...