A hybrid system combining metal 3D printing with machining gives the Marine Corps perhaps its most effective resource yet for obtaining needed hardware in the field. It also offers an extreme version of the experience a machine shop might have in adding metal AM to its capabilities.
The benefits of recycling metal are endless for both the economy and environment — because scrap metal can be used, reused and dispersed again and again.
3-D printers are so one-dimensional. This machine shop in a box fits on your desk and can print, mill, and etch multiple materials. It even catches fish! (No really, but it can 3-D-print one.)
An accident is a stressful ordeal — and after the initial shock, you have to get down to dealing with the aftermath.
80/20’s in-house Panel Machine Shop provides the total solution. With over 100 varieties of plastic panels, aluminum plates, and wire mesh and thicknesses ranging up to half an inch, you won’t have to wait on material or machining. 80/20 has the technology to send your design files directly to the machines, ensuring accuracy and reducing turnaround time.
The CNC Machinist BlogIn today’s age … every machine shop is looking for an ADVANTAGE. Most, however, are looking for the “home run” … and overlook the advantages / solutions they trip over every day. It’s not always that big hitter but a lot of little things that can contribute to your shop losing money and profitsWe know that the task of turning around a non-profitable shop is daunting … so we decided to help by focusing on some of the…
Here are some cheaper solutions to expensive car problems.
Recalls aside, GM's cars and trucks are about as safe as most others on the market.
Forward-thinking machine shops must watch for emerging technologies. Here are 11 ideas we found this week for set-up, tooling, machining, and shop operations.