21st Century Tech

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Please welcome Dijam Panigrahi to 21st Century Tech Blog. Dijam is the Co-founder and COO of GridRaster Inc. , a provider of cloud-based augmented reality, virtual reality and 3D artificial intelligence platforms. In his first contribution to the blog site, he writes about the change that 5G is bringing to manufacturing. The appearance of 5G beginning in 2019 has meant for cellphone users, faster responses and downloads whether doing a search or viewing a movie or video.

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Photo Credit: Mahr Inc. Digital comparators are one of those devices whose full potential is rarely appreciated by their owners. Digital comparators are often used simply as replacements for dial indicators or old Mikrokators where a higher degree of resolution is required. This ignores numerous opportunities to make gaging more efficient and productive.

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Min-Hui

DECEMBER 24, 2023

The evolution of plastic manufacturing has witnessed a paradigm shift from the initial dominance of horizontal injection molding machines to the increasing prevalence of vertical types. Specifically, in the realm of insert molding, vertical machines offer an array of benefits that are compelling manufacturers to reconsider their equipment choices. As we explore the nuances of … Advantages of Vertical Molding Machines vs Horizontal Molding Machines for Insert Molding Read More » The po

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Photo Credit, all images: MMT The MMT Chats series by MoldMaking Technology is an engaging, conversational video series where professionals in the moldmaking industry come together to discuss various topics related to manufacturing, tooling and moldmaking processes. These discussions often cover new technologies, industry trends, challenges and best practices.

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In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Photo Credit: Productive Machines Productive Machines has announced its Essential Optimization, a specialized web application that prevents chatter vibrations and provides engineers with a simple-to-use solution to select optimum, stable spindle speeds and feed rates. The Essential Optimization app, powered by Productive Machines’ machining dynamics algorithms, makes machining operations more efficient by mitigating chatter vibration- and cutting force-related problems.

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Photo Credit: Ringspann Ringspann ’s BKDW clamp series consists of 10 sizes of taper collet flange mandrels with identical connectors, all characterized by a running accuracy of ≤ 0.01 mm. Distinguishing features include the clamping range of the taper collet, the change in its diameter, as well as the maximum transmissible torque and the maximum actuating force.

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