American Machinist Weekly Update

Failure, Then Start-Up, Now Success

An entrepreneurial machinist credits his own setbacks and his mentors’ encouragement for developing the passion he brings to his business, his work, and the new opportunities he’s fostering.

KOMO’S VGM Series has been developed specifically for the customer who requires a heavy-duty machine capable of cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals. These machines feature a moving gantry & from 1-4 tool changers for a total capacity of 60 tools.

Mill/Turn Center Meets Machine Tool Builder’s Demands

A rugged and reliable five-axis machine addresses Simmons Machine Tool Corp.’s goals for uptime, accuracy, and precision in producing cutter tools.

Simulation Helps Avoid 5-Axis Singularity, to Improve Quality

A new software makes it possible to achieve the required surface quality for complex parts virtually, before going to the shop floor to cut the first part.

The 6 Challenges of Implementing AI in Manufacturing

Empowering manufacturers to do more with less using Artificial Intelligence automation is the way to accelerate digital transformation, helping to reduce costs, improve efficiency and solve new problems.

Rolls Cuts Deeper into Jet-Engine Parts Production

Rolls-Royce is downsizing its turbofan engine components manufacturing business as COVID-19’s long-range impact becomes more apparent - and hopes to draw $2.6 billion for its ITP Aero subsidiary.

Generosity is Rewarding

It’s not hard to see how kindness will deepen your customer relationships, and holiday gifts are an effective way to demonstrate your appreciation. You should plan on it.

Compact Turning Center with a Y-Axis

New model features the 0i-TF Plus controller, available with an optional iHMI user interface, offering 3D part views with more detail and easily viewable on the 15-in. touch-screen.

Filter, Clean Air by Removing Dust, Germs Without Filter Media

ACBs ventilate, pressurize, and clean particles from dusty air without using any filter elements -- and help to reduce the costs and complications of ventilating industrial, commercial, and residential buildings—even individual rooms.

Optimized 5-Axis Post-Processor for FANUC CNCs

Program extension allows machine tool operators to reduce cycle times while boosting part accuracy, particularly for CAD/CAM-generated, five-axis simultaneous-contouring part processes.