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 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:34:14 -- Updated: Sat, 24 May 2008 11:33:00
Room To Grow Room To Grow

That’s the reason this wire EDM shop in Wisconsin acquired a submerged cutting wire machine that lets it handle larger, taller workpieces than just about any other job shop in the country.

Big EDM Seals The Deal Big EDM Seals The Deal

Malcolm Schneer has always been “big” on EDM. Now big EDM, as in a machine capable of handling extremely large workpieces, is playing a major role at his shop, Swiss Wire EDM.

Micro “Turning” Using Wire EDM Micro “Turning” Using Wire EDM

It’s challenging to accurately turn or grind miniature round parts. That’s because the pressure that tools or grinding wheels exert on parts such as the micro electrode on page 56 can cause the parts...

When Should You Use EDM? When Should You Use EDM?

EDM is short for electrical discharge machining, but considering what else these letters might stand for is a good way to understand the value of this technology.

Aerospace Hole Making Takes Shape Aerospace Hole Making Takes Shape

The demand for fast hole making will intensify as more fuel-efficient jet engines are introduced. Electrical discharge machining is emerging as the answer.

High Speed Wire Cutting Needs High Efficiency Filtration High Speed Wire Cutting Needs High Efficiency Filtration

According to its developers, the Robofil 240cc and 440cc wire EDM models are capable of cutting tool steel at 42 square inches per hour under realistic shop conditions. Currently, these are the...

Running EDM Economically Running EDM Economically

Many shops are taking a closer look at the cost of operating a machine tool. How much energy does it consume? Does it create excessive heat, making the shop air conditioning work harder? Does it...

EDM Machines Help Shop Accomplish High Precision Work EDM Machines Help Shop Accomplish High Precision Work

In manufacturing, the high rate of technological innovation is perpetually changing the way in which companies do business. Therefore, the principle “success comes to those who are keen enough to...

Classy Shop, Classy Cells Classy Shop, Classy Cells

The automated EDM cells in this shop are distinguished by their thoughtful design and careful attention to detail--as is the rest of the shop.


Thousands Tour JFR...

Thousands of race fans paraded through the John Force Racing East shop today during the 2nd annual...

Attracted To A Better Way

Modular, magnetic workholding blocks have changed the way this shop approaches the machining of...

Collet System Keeps Cool...

Coolant-through tooling is becoming increasingly popular as manufacturers continue to search for...

Hard Milling By The Numbers

Here are some speeds, feed rates and depths of cut for a productive hard milling process.

Lending A Hand To The...

The coolant flow is, in a sense, a machine tool axis. After all, the flow can be turned on and off...


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Heavy investment in this Swiss builder’s production facility will allow its output to rise just as...

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EBy integrating twin-table, bridge-style machining centers, this shop virtually eliminates spindle...

Hard Turning And Cylindrical Grinding Were Made For Each Other Hard Turning And...

Combining different machining processes on the same platform has been a major theme in machine tool...

Applying Magnetism To Smooth Cutting Tools On A Grinding Machine Applying Magnetism...

Cutting tool manufacturers often perform post-grinding operations such as honing and polishing to...

Another Step Toward CAM Automation Another Step Toward...

A CAD/CAM software provider has taken an important step that will enable CNC machine tool users to...

Precision Hole Making At High Cpk Precision Hole...

Honing is one of the few metalworking processes for which manual machines are still popular, and it...


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