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American Machinist back issues
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Don't trash components, fix them.(AUTOMATION)(automotive repair)
June 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]
A control board or motor in an assembly line robot malfunctions, and the shop manager must take action. But first, he or she must decide whether to replace or repair. The decision may seem like a no-brainer, especially in today's economy. However, industry experts...
Shop adds automated peening to its skills list.(AUTOMATION)
June 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]
Skills Inc.'s Auburn, Wash., facility boasts many capabilities that are approved and audited by NADCAP (a supplier management and audit system for aerospace industry suppliers). Among those capabilities, the supplier to major aircraft manufacturers has recently...
Keep robots working via the web.(AUTOMATION)
June 1, 2009... As a web-based system for performing robot preventative maintenance, alarm-code troubleshooting and repair procedures, Motoman's (www.motoman.com) RobotPro Web Edition software requires no installation and does not have to be tied to a specific computer. When viewed on a laptop computer, the...
Automated five-axis machining.(AUTOMATION)
June 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]
Datron Dynamics Inc. (www.datron.com) has unveiled its automated, 5-axis, high-speed machining center for small-part manufacturing. The company said the machine is the only one in its price range that provides 5-axis capabilities for small parts requiring tight...
Instant automation.(AUTOMATION)
June 1, 2009... For shops in the medical, energy, transportation, aerospace, and food industries, among others, looking to stimulate production efficiency, Midaco Corp. (www.midaco-corp.com) offers its fully automated rotary pallet system that adapts to smaller horizontal machining centers and four- or...