Metal Cutting Machines Reference Materials

Description: A detailed technical case study on precision diamond wire cutting of an alumina ceramic ring, where a single cut must produce two concentric rings with a total tolerance budget of 0.4 mm. The article ...

Description: This technical case study addresses precision cutting of germanium optics for augmented reality lens applications, focusing on eliminating edge chipping and forming precise rounded corners. The ...

Description: For modern insulation panels, cutting quality directly influences panel fit, bonding performance, and thermal efficiency. This article explains how endless diamond wire cutting produces cleaner ...

Description: Producing complex optical wedge geometries requires precise angle control, excellent surface quality, and minimal material loss. This case study demonstrates how a cylindrical optical glass blank was ...

Description: Explore how continuous-loop diamond wire technology improves cutting speed, surface quality, tool life, and material yield when machining hard and brittle materials. ...

Description: A real-world SiC cutting test reveals how material hardness and wire deflection can dramatically impact machining accuracy. ...

Description: Single flute end mills, with their unique design and benefits, are a preferred choice for machining aluminum due to their efficiency in chip removal and reduced cutting forces. ...

Description: In the complex world of manufacturing, precision and accuracy are paramount. Tolerances play a crucial role in ensuring that parts fit together correctly and function as intended. ...

Description: Running a Swiss-type isn't the same as running a traditional lathe. Here are a few tips for Swiss CNC operators. ...

Description: Material costs remain a fabricator's largest expense, especially these days, and better utilizing that material has a direct impact on a company's net earnings. The better a fabricator utilizes ...

Description: Metal fabricator adopts Hypertherm Powermax SYNC plasma cutting technology to offset smoker production rates. ...

Description: Several leading equipment manufacturers share the impact that sustainable initiatives are having on their businesses and the planet ...

Description: Understanding what is required of a high-precision table can help determine the right investment for your shop. ...

Description: How plasma cutting fundamentals carry over to complex, multi-axis shapes. ...

Description: A Canada-Based Fabrication Shop Adopts Plasma Cutting Technology and Advanced Nesting Software. ...

Description: Artist Rae Ripple's common denominator in her metalworking, whether for art, water lines, signage or vehicles, is the need to cut sheet metal. This includes a variety of virgin metal alloys, as well ...

Description: Wayne McDaniel has dreamed of owning a hot rod shop for as long as he can remember, and this automotive enthusiast has spent decades methodically inching toward this goal. As time goes on he invests ...

Description: The current business climate is forcing shipbuilders to address operational inefficiency impacting everything from worker safety, build quality, delivery schedules, and costs while also considering ...

Description: As Brixius Manufacturing celebrates 76 years in business-the pandemic kind of put a damper on any possible 75th anniversary celebration-the small family company is figuring out how the third ...

Description: Used commercially since the 1960s, the plasma cutting process with its flexibility lends itself well to many applications and capabilities. Motion-control devices such as CNC cutting machines, punch ...

Description: The popularity of plasma arc gouging has grown recently as a potential replacement for carbon arc gouging. The main drivers for this technology shift are the environmental benefits and improved ...

Description: Automating plasma cutting in a 3D space requires everyone involved to be at the top of their game. Learn about this innovative solution from Arc Specialties, Kuka Robotics, and Hypertherm's ...

Description: Today's plasma systems have become highly portable and versatile tools that not only cut metal, but also offer precision gouging and marking. ...

Description: Regardless of where your business is in its growth journey, you probably know how important material utilization is. You also know about the numerous barriers to improvement, like unpredictable ...

Description: t's the famous line from Field of Dreams, the 1989 Kevin Costner movie that is often misquoted as "if you build it, they will come." The line may as well be the slogan for Oregon's Fought & Co. Since ...

Description: Restoring classic vehicles has vastly changed over the years. Rusted hulks that wouldn't get a second look are now being restored. Many need over 70-percent of the body panels replaced. While some ...

Description: Subscription software services have made their way into the fabricating and manufacturing industries, including many commonly used programs related to ERP, CAD, CAM and even nesting. Users, for the ...

Description: Plasma equipment manufacturers have made it easier for the DIY'er by building products that are better and more compact, some are about the size of a small suitcase. These systems are easy to set up, ...

Description: In this 45 minute podcast, Anibal Sepulveda of Hypertherm joins Matt and MJ to talk about product launches. In the pod, Anibal goes over the planning timeline, how they divvy up marketing manpower to ...

Description: Business owners already know they need to keep an eye on the bottom line, but some overhead expenses become routine and, ultimately, just accepted. That's what happened at Hypertherm. The manufacturer ...

Description: Pair a high-quality plasma power supply with the right cutting table or system and it is possible to cut parts with smooth edges and little to no angularity. Still, fabricators are bound to encounter ...

Description: A look at how to deal with dross, dimensional inaccuracy, interrupted cuts, and hole quality issues in plasma cutting. ...

Description: Time tested tips for optimal results on a plasma table. ...

Description: How can Kentucky Gauge improve my production? This is a question that gets asked repeatedly by our customers. The answer is quite simple: ...

Description: Linear motion guides and rails are used everywhere - gantry robots, overhead transport systems, linear stages, machine tools, robot transport units, and many other system. Too many to list. The ...

Description: Cutting software and hardware configuration options have expanded substantially in the past few years so that it is now feasible to cut domed and other 3D parts on a plasma table, provided you have ...

Description: Jim Colt shares six tricks, tips, and rules of thumb to keep in mind when choosing which consumables to use for plasma cutting in addition to those laid out in your owner's manual. ...

Description: Plasma's popularity on job sites has grown in recent years, driven in part by technological advances that have made the systems smaller and lighter, and thus easier to move. At the same time, the ...

Description: Learn how Fought & Company (Tigard, OR) geared up to provide structural steel to build a new world class track and field center. ...

Description: Preventive maintenance protocol for CNC plasma tables ...

Description: Nine suggestions to help you improve plasma cut quality. ...

Description: When new business opportunities require tighter tolerances and more productivity, an upgrade in cutting and design capabilities is required. Natural Structures, Baker City, Ore., did just that with an ...

Description: Plasma cutting challenges include cutting metal in a hidden or hard-to-reach area or precisely removing a weld without damaging the surrounding metal. Another challenge is removing temporary ...

Description: Jonathan Egan of Lyman-Morse boat builders relates why he chose an XPR300 with X-definition cutting over a waterjet solution for speed, flexibility and accuracy. Find out why. ...

Description: A good operator with well-maintained plasma arc cutting (PAC) equipment can save a shop hours of downtime and thousands of dollars in operating expenses. These savings will result in greater profits ...

Description: Hypertherm's new plasma flush cutting technology makes attachment (e.g. pad eyes, lugs, gussets, tabs, flanges, etc.) removal easier, faster and closer to the plate. ...

Description: The use of an integrated laser system on a converting line is a proven solution to some of your most vexing problems. You may be surprised by what a laser system can accomplish, and how it can unlock ...

Description: The four most common cut quality issues for fabricators are dross, edge angularity, material warpage, and metallurgy of the plasma-cut edge. Your ability to achieve the best results depends on the ...

Description: Hole quality is one of the most frequently discussed topics in regards to CNC plasma cutting. Regardless of what type of machine you use, there are a few tips and tricks you can employ to achieve your ...

Description: The laser cutting process uses a focused laser beam and assist gas to sever metallic plate with high accuracy and exceptional process reliability. The laser beam is generated by a resonator, and ...

Description: Plasma cutting is the fastest cutting process on carbon steel, aluminum, or stainless steel. Plasma cutting can be combined with waterjet or oxy fuel on the same part. Plasma cutting can be use for ...

Description: The most versatile process for shape cutting. ...

Description: Plasma is defined in Websters as a "collection of charged particles ... containing about equal numbers of positive ions and electrons and exhibiting some properties of a gas but differing from a gas ...

Description: The Clinchlok joint is formed when the upper tooling squeezes the two ply of material joined between the punch and die. The amount of squeeze is very important to the strength of the clinchlok joint ...

Description: The change has resulted in a reduction in inspection time by as much as a factor of 5, ensuring quality control and inspection keep up with its high-productivity CNC machine tools. ...

Description: Case Study from Modern Machine Shop - Gantry Loaded Chuckers Turn Up Productivity (Brenco, a subsidiary of Amsted Rail in Petersburg, Virginia) Click here for case study ...