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CNC MachineGetting an Education in CNC
Computer numerical control (CNC) machining can make certain manufacturing processes easier by automating complex commands and speeding up the rate at which equipment completes tasks. But operating a CNC machine is by no means a self-explanatory procedure, and technicians must undergo training to develop the skills necessary for proper CNC handling. A lathe is a complex machine that presents its own set of challenges, but with the addition of computer numerical controls, the skilled lathe operator must also understand programming parameters, automation-specific safety standards, and a host of...
CNC Machine10 Tips for Growing Your CNC Machining Business
Starting a new business can be a challenging endeavor, especially if the entrepreneur is entering a crowded market with large, well-established competitors already in place.
cnc controlIntroduction to G-code
This article provides information on G-Code programming as applicable to CNC machining.
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Airplane FlyingAerospace Cable Assemblies
The standards for cable assembly design and manufacture are specific for both civil and military use. These standards are not only intended to maintain a high level of quality, but also consistency among assemblies produced by different manufacturers.
CNC MachineDIY Custom CNC Machining
This article provides some online resources for Do-It-Yourself and Custom CNC Machining Projects.
Metal finishing shavingsHow Metal Finishing Machines Work
Metal finishing machines are used to surface finish the exterior of a metal product. Typically, this is achieved using loose abrasives, tumbling media, plating, buffing, or powder-coating in combination with cleaning compounds.
Microwave ovenManufacturing Electronic Microwave Components
This article provides an overview of various electronic components commonly found in microwave technology and describes some of the methods and materials used to produce them.
Lathe used in metal spinningThe History of Metal Spinning
This article presents the history of metal spinning, from ancient times to the present.
CAM ScreenshotBasic Rapid Prototyping Services
This article offers a basic overview of several different kinds of rapid prototyping services.
Non-stick Coated SurfaceNon-Stick Coating Safety
This article provides information about safety concerns when manufacturing non-stick coatings and when using products that feature non-stick coatings.
Various Socket HeadsTypes of Sockets
This article provides details about the fundamentals of sockets.
Image of a junction boxJunction Boxes
This article presents the fundamentals of junction box function and design.
LatheCNC Metal Spinning Applications
This article describes the different developments and applications of metal spinning.
Heat PumpCommon Heat Pumps
The difference between three common kinds of heat pumps, air-source heat pumps, ground-source heat pumps, and absorption heat pumps, is the focus of this article.
Hydraulic EquipmentHydraulic Pressure Switches
This article describes how pressure switches operate, specifically in hydraulic applications. It also contains details about different uses for hydraulic pressure switches.
Water PumpMetering Pumps
This article discusses the various types of metering pumps.
Spray Coating GunNon-Stick Coatings
This article details the chemical and physical properties of non-stick chemicals, their use in non-stick coatings, and applications utilizing non-stick coatings.
Image of a sewage pipeSafety and Air Admittance Vents
This article provides details about safety precautions when dealing with air admittance valves.
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