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3 Ways Artificial Intelligence Will Revolutionize Machine Shops

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Getty Images Not a day goes by without seeing another article on artificial intelligence (AI). When robotics was introduced into the mainstream shop, people could not help but think robots were going to hurt them and take over the world. It can present tooling appropriate for our current task very quickly.

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ERP and Process Changes Increase Shop’s Revenue 64% YoY

Modern Machine Shop

James Marzilli started his shop in 2011 on a dare from his wife Lee Anne Marzilli. In the years since, they have built the shop into a component and prototype manufacturer for high-end clients in the aerospace, medical and defense industries. This was especially apparent in the shop’s tooling management.

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How Summer Heat is Affecting Your Parts

Modern Machine Shop

Reader Question: Our shop is taking in more tight-tolerance work, but we’re finding inconsistencies with our parts as it’s coming up on the warmer summer months. Can you offer some thoughts to help us maintain these tight tolerances even as our shop temperatures change? This can also apply to the axes.

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A User’s Guide to the PowerFlex 700S Series Drives

DO Supply

In this article, we will be discussing the steps for a user to utilize the PowerFlex 700S AC drives. Configuration is flexible with an optional LCD HMI, remote keypad, and computer-based management tools. Make sure there is enough room for airflow around the drive, following the user manual’s recommended clearances.

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Auto TIG: Automating TIG welding is becoming more feasible

Fabricating & Metal Work

For many fabrication shops that perform TIG welding, the switch from manual to automation is a promising option. For those shops, it’s helpful to understand the pros and cons involved, with the pros definitely outweighing the cons. Once the program is right, it will repeat that weld all day long.

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Becoming a More Efficient Shop With the Right Processes and Software

Modern Machine Shop

Parts for a line of these canisters are manufactured at Above All CNC , a Goleta, California, machine shop founded in 2016. A completed bear-resistant canister machined by Above All CNC, with an appearance from Stella, the resident shop dog.

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PTXPO 2023 Preview: Unlocking Your Next Solution for Mold Maintenance, Repair and Surface Treatment

Mold Making Technology

Current as of 2/23/23 This article contains information on exhibitors highlighting the Mold Maintenance , Repair and Surface Treatment products and services at their booth in the Moldmaking Pavilion and across the show floor. Photo credit clockwise, from top left: Wisconsin Engraving, Fisa North America, Custom Etch and St.