Gary Mintchell

APRIL 26, 2024

My dad, Bob Engman, was an engineer who helped develop a better way to manufacture solid state relays. When Opto 22 began in 1974, our first products were, you guessed it, twenty-two SSR models manufactured by the new method. We still double-test every single SSR and I/O module we manufacture. Note: I didn’t get the job.)

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 10, 2023

Listen to the sixth episode of season two here, or visit your favorite podcast platform to subscribe to “Made in the USA.” The following is a complete transcript for Season 2 Episode 6 of the “Made in the USA” podcast. ” Catch up on season 1 here. David Bassett: I'm a hardcore patriot of this country.

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AU Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The RV manufacturer introduced Off Grid-X upgrade by featuring an additional spec option with its new Intelli-Jay High Power management system, 400AH lithium battery, 3x 200W solar panels with 40AH solar controller, 180 AMP charging and a 3000W inverter.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

We have many collets, collet nuts and toolholders from multiple manufacturers, and we often end up with mixed assemblies. To make it even more complicated, each of these manufacturers have very different recommended torque specs, even for the same sizes.

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 27, 2023

Using the example above, taper conditions could be made on each bore, along with the part’s calculation bend and twist. Most types of gaging applications come down to variations of length, usually in one of four basic themes: height, depth, thickness or diameter. Geometric gaging applications are nearly as straightforward, conceptually.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The new One Off Robotics Cell powered by Meltio, and made in the USA, uses standard welding wire and produces parts that are consistent, spatter-free and clean. One Off Robotics and Meltio are teaming up to develop a breakthrough, ready-to-use additive manufacturing work cell.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Oerlikon HRSflow developed and produced a hot runner system configuration to meet this challenge for a mold builder who pledged to come up with a solution made of biodegradable PLA that was both eco-friendly and attractive. Problem: Strict part design and sustainability requirements cause delivery delays and non-compliance with molded parts.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Honeycutt Manufacturing , a Mukilteo, Washington (Seattle) job shop in service to the aerospace, marine and general industrial markets, made a major investment recently in a GROB G550T 5-axis universal machining center. Typical aerospace and other parts produced by Honeycutt Manufacturing.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 20, 2024

Robotics competition teams can use the Kria KR260 Robotics Starter Kit. Source: AMD From students and startups to the world of entertainment, interest in robots is everywhere these days. Automation demands synchronization above all else. Synchronization is the result of determinism in communications and action.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 14, 2023

AIMS connects sequential tool manufacturing processes – to manage production and data: ANCA’s AIMS connects sequential tool manufacturing processes to manage production and data. ANCA, the global leader in tool grinding machines, has joined with Zoller in the AIMS system, which stands for ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 29, 2023

Markforged ’s serial-producing printer – the PX100 Binder Jetting solution – enables manufacturers to build large quantities of high-quality metal parts. I realised we had fantastic engineering capacity and we could see the inherent opportunities of serially producing additive manufacturing. “I

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Source | Atomic Industries Atomic Industries , based in Warren, Michigan, already has over a dozen customers embracing Atomic’s mission to use cutting-edge digital manufacturing tools to make the best molds possible — faster and more inexpensively. It starts with AI-designed molds with features optimized for each part.

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Trimantec

JANUARY 22, 2020

As a manufacturer, have you ever pondered the benefits and risks of outsourcing? As with any cost-saving endeavor, outsource manufacturing has its pros and cons. In the past, many companies were hesitant to outsource any of their manufacturing to an outside source. Outsource Manufacturing and Its Subsets. Why Outsource?

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 23, 2025

At every stage, expert machinists and engineers check and re-check their work to ensure every part is in spec. MSI is a contract manufacturing machine shop that specializes in large, difficult-to-machine parts. Source: All images taken by MMS Machine shops run thanks to a combination of skilled professionals and advanced technology.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MAY 17, 2024

A leading additive manufacturing technology company for mission-critical metal parts, has announced the release of Developer , a new offering made available in the company’s Flow print preparation software that unlocks full transparency and control of the parameters used in the 3D printing process. Image courtesy of Velo3D.

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AU Manufacturing

MAY 31, 2023

The study was done in collaboration with Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Melbourne company Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. The post Scientists develop ‘designer’ titanium alloys using 3D printing appeared first on Australian Manufacturing.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Taps made from advanced materials such as high-speed steel with cobalt (HSS-E), powdered metal, or carbide, can significantly extend tool life and improve process reliability. In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, optimizing every aspect of the production process is essential to maintaining efficiency and profitability.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 19, 2023

made fiber laser welding and engraving systems built specifically for mold builders and toolrooms. Stop by to take part in live Manufacturing Alliance Podcast interviews and games throughout the week or learn more about Alliance’s newest laser welding and engraving systems. This exhibitor list is subject to change.

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Control Engineering

MAY 6, 2023

They also prebuilt the SCADA/DAS and PLC closet and made it compliant to NEI08-09 add the twisted pair of wires for the current loop, use existing wiring and lamps for annunciators. Many analog control rooms can be upgraded by replacing the digital meters for better data transmission and flow.

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DSIMN

AUGUST 4, 2021

A drawing may look good structurally but when manufactured to the drawing’s specs, tolerances, bend allowances and welds may be off, thickness of steel may be too thin, holes may be drilled in the wrong position and a host of other problems may exist. Most often this is not the case. It is easy when everything works.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Learning Objectives Understand where (types of applications) PLC-based programming can be effective. Learn best practices related to code structuring, decomposition, reuse, encapsulation and abstraction. Observe benefits of standard libraries for logic, motion, safety and communication. Fortunately, platform A has extended math functions.

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MEM

AUGUST 4, 2023

Vision Research, manufacturer of Phantom high-speed cameras, has made a major update to its published product specifications. EMVA 1288 has long been used to measure performance in machine vision cameras, but Vision Research is the first manufacturer to apply it to RAM-based high-speed cameras. The Wayne, N.J.-based

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Made to accommodate smaller food factory layouts, including tightly packed production facilities, low ceiling heights and for insertion between product chutes and hoppers, this Mini Gravity Metal Detector is also packed full of useful labour and time saving features. Resulting in less product rework and consequently waste.

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Donlouco

JANUARY 21, 2021

The type of finish best suited to the part depends on what the part is made from. Normally done on parts that are used indoors but high spec paint finishes are applied to outdoor items like cars. The most common finishes for parts and components include plating, galvanising, painting, and dipping. Hot Dip Galvanising.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 19, 2024

Revolutionary New Design On the left, the top view of a drill bit body made from hardened stainless steel at the Sandvik Coromant Mebane, N.C. The new design incorporates a fully machined assembly made with higher strength and more wear-resistant alloys that are typically not weldable. tech center, with the mud nozzle and leg bores.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

From something of a slow-burn start as an optional car accessory, the dash cam market has exploded in recent years, producing an avalanche of new cams and new companies. Accordingly, when it comes to choosing your first dash cam, the sheer weight of options can seem daunting. The all-glass lens system also helps capture a crisp image.

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Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 11, 2024

” Rounding out the rest of the feature contributions to this issue, on page 68, associate editor Nate Fields examines a briquette manufacturer that revamped its machining and cutting tool arsenal for faster production. When I think about 2024, that thought comes to mind. And those are just a few of the known events.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 2, 2023

The cavity plate of a 60 × 89-inch aluminum production tool for low-pressure/structural foam molding is being milled on the Fooke Endura 704Linear. CDM estimates it could rough and semi-finish/finish the large tool two to three times faster on the Fooke than on any other equipment in its shop. Photo Credit: CDM Tool & Mfg.

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i4.0 today

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The company is run by father and son team André and Andrew Becker and supplies a wide range of industry sectors, from aerospace and automotive to food & beverage, technology and general manufacturing businesses. It is used to cut customized profiles into steel plates made for distilling and brewing processes.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 15, 2023

Markforged’s serial producing printer – the PX100 Binder Jetting solution – enables manufacturers to build large quantities of high-quality metal parts. I realised we had fantastic engineering capacity and we could see the inherent opportunities of serially producing additive manufacturing. “I

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E&T

APRIL 18, 2023

When it comes to Bluetooth earbuds, we're living in a bountiful era where the cost of manufacturing has plummeted and the essential core tech spec is by now well understood and easily replicated. It's become increasingly difficult to make a bad product. Equally, it's a bamboozling time to be a consumer. Here's your USP.

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MEM

APRIL 5, 2023

Also critical was Olsen’s capability to design, manufacture and complete associated mechanical assemblies to carry out performance testing. As part of the electrical actuator subsystem for the Challenger 3 main armament magazine door, Olsen will also be providing the user interface and electrical controllers with software for the door.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

’” Gelsight’s solution features a tactile sensor made of an elastomeric material that’s designed to conform on contact with an object in the same way human skin does. Image provided by Gelsight. But regardless of how it’s done, the part will require multiple inspection methods. ’” he explains.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Innovations and continuous investments in the manufacture of machining technologies provide machine shops with reliable and flexible products, which assist them in decreasing setup time and completing processes in a single setup. Absolute Machine Tools Adds Vertical Mill/Turn Center to Its Lineup. Absolute Machine Tools, Inc.

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Dinesh Mishra

MAY 22, 2024

However, they have found increased adoption during and post pandemic times, around the world. To many, electric cycle is a new concept and the world around us is also learning. If you can ride a regular (non-electric) bicycle you should be able to ride an electric cycle. You also avoid the regular costs of public transport or running a car.

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Control Engineering

JUNE 11, 2023

As a result, manufacturer support becomes more expensive and may even cease altogether. Previously, the primary concern was the anticipated retirement of baby boomers who made up a large portion of manufacturing workers, which could lead to the loss of institutional knowledge. The reasons for this have changed over time.

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Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Read full report: [link] Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in August for the fifth consecutive month say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®. The Manufacturing PMI® registered 47.2 from the prior-year period. Fastener sales showing no improvement, down 2.2%.

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