It is only by gaining an overview of the entire production process, right down to the chip level, that today's metalworking operations can achieve the transparency needed to uncover weak spots, ...

Moving from 3-axis to 5-axis machining? Yeah, it’s a big jump. And honestly, the hardest part isn’t learning new G-codes or figuring out your CAM software—it’s wrapping your head around how these ...

The Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) market is set to grow due to the demand of production efficiency. CNC machines have been a staple of manufacturers but they are now being paired with automation ...

With the new year still unfolding, observant manufacturers will want to keep an eye on the world of CNC machining, to be ready for and take advantage of the important developments emerging now. Here’s ...

Without shared standards, revolutions stall.” That lesson from the early RepRap era casts a long shadow over the current desktop manufacturing landscape, where a “Desktop Everything” ...

"Our goal is to be closer to our customers, both geographically and in terms of service," says Salim Awad, CEO of Spinner ...

Computerized numerical control (CNC) machining is a preferred manufacturing method for prototyping and producing specific automobile parts. Nowadays, many automotive supply chains rely on CNC ...

What if the power of professional-grade CNC machining could fit right on your desktop? Imagine crafting intricate designs, prototyping innovative products, or engraving custom creations, all with a ...

Humans had to carry out all their machining processes by hand for centuries. Even precision tools had to be maneuvered very carefully, inch by inch, by people holding the devices personally. That all ...

When Asst. Teaching Prof. Jonathan Perez de Alderete took the Introduction to Mechanical Engineering course at UMass Lowell as an undergraduate student 13 years ago, he learned how to build a windmill ...

Have you ever had a brilliant idea for a creative project but felt held back by the complexity—or cost—of the tools needed to bring it to life? Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just dipping your ...