Digging deep into industrial automation

Plus: 15 Timeless books every machinist should have

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Digging deep into industrial automation   As automation continues to be the biggest game-changer for machine shops, here's a primer to understand how to best position your company.               15 Timeless books every machinist should have Modern machining techniques were developed over decades of industry experience. Here are fifteen books that helped develop the foundation of that knowledge.

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