What's the Best Way to 3D Probe on a Vertical Mill?

Plus: Understanding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

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SHHH. CAN YOU HEAR THAT?   If your machine has chatter, even the smallest vibrations can cause big problems. Refine your turning operations with Okuma's Harmonic Spindle Speed Control function on your OSP control. Thankfully, the Okuma OSP control comes with a harmonic spindle control function that kicks chatter to the curb in favor of better surface finishes, longer tool life, and less wear and tear on your machines.   WATCH VIDEO

WHEN WE SAY FAST, WE MEAN FAST   When you need to get those cycle times down, speed is key. IMCO has optimized every aspect of their NEW POW-R-FEED M936 cutters so you get the fastest, most aggressive, clog-free cutting in a wide variety of materials, resulting in much longer tool life. Discover how to hit the material removal rates you've been searching for, no matter the application.   LEARN MORE

FROM THE EZINE

Using Mixed Reality Solutions to Bridge the Last Mile for Skills Training   Explore how mixed reality is transforming CTE programs, aiming to close skills gaps in manufacturing.   READ MORE   Understanding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing   GD&T is a system designed to standardize drawing and prints in manufacturing environments – here's how to implement it.   READ MORE

LOOKING FOR CUSTOM ENGINEERED CHUCKS?   At SMW Autoblok has the capability to modify standard chucks or create special chucks and workholding tailored to your specific application requirements. Their technical team excels at adapting chucks with engineered jaws, locators, custom collets, part stops, ejectors and specialized tooling. Streamline operations and cut costs in your manufacturing facility today.   LEARN MORE

FROM THE CNC MACHINING FORUM

The Ultimate Coolant Ring   I run a Haas VF5 with PCool option which ticks some boxes, but I feel it could be better. I do have thru coolant...   READ POST AND REPLIES   3D Probing On Machine   Obviously, when examining hard surfaces inclined in two planes relative to the base planes of the machine, difficulties arise.   READ POST AND REPLIES

MASTERCAM OPTIROUGH AND UNIFIED IMPELLER DEMO   One of the most powerful adaptive roughing strategies is already right at your fingertips. Utilizing Mastercam's OptiRough approach, watch Jesse program an impeller with standard 3+2 and multiaxis strategies and help tackle some of the most common challenges many programmers face in their CAM workflow. No matter the application, this is why OptiRough is a mighty tool.   WATCH VIDEO

9 TIPS TO ENTER THE DYNAMIC MILLING WORLD   Maximize material removal while minimizing tool wear. Where component and setup fit, dynamic milling (also known as optimized or advanced roughing) is the answer for those who want to improve material removal rate while still maintaining process security compared to traditional milling strategies such as slotting and side milling.    DOWNLOAD GUIDE

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