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4 Ways to Establish Machine Accuracy

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Way of the Mill LLC Reader Question: Our shop continues to progress into more complex parts with much more difficult print requirements. Miller’s Answer: A spec sheet is nice, and a lot of marketing literature will brag about hand-scraped surfaces or build quality. It is measured with a dial indicator and ceramic square.

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Navigating Outsource Manufacturing

Trimantec

In the past, many companies were hesitant to outsource any of their manufacturing to an outside source. The following industries are all outsourcing jobs: Aerospace, aviation, and defense. For starters, you will either allow your contractor to source materials or you will provide the materials for builds. .