This comprehensive article about 5-axis workholding written by Mark Albert at Modern Machine Shop steps the reader through the pros and cons of each configuration. Workholding for effective 5-axis machining has to give the cutting tool sufficient room to maneuver, but that’s not the only need to consider. http://www.mmsonline.com/articles/get-that-part-off-the-table
3 Axis & 5 Axis 3D Solid Model Import – Conversational CNC The most frequent request we have received from customers over the past decade or so, has been for the ability to import a Read more…
In this video demo (click for YouTube link or watch the embedded video below), you can see Autodesk PowerMill CAM software in action. It is machining an aluminum component for the aerospace industry on a Read more…
More than 60% of the parts on the John Force Racing team’s cars are made at the Force American Made Machine Shop in Brownsburg, Indiana. This short but informative video, showcases how JFR machinists take Read more…