by Mary Scianna

R&D in micromachining could provide leading edge to precision manufacturers in Canada

Promising research in micromachining may hold one key to helping Canada’s ultra precision manufacturing industry become more competitive.

Researchers at McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute’s Micro ...

by Tim Wilson

Aerospace OEMs tightening manufacturing supply chain

Changes are afoot in the aerospace sector, and many metalworking shops in Canada are in a good position to benefit. The recent problems with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner have resulted in ...

by Tim Wilson

Automotive OEMs challenged by market demands for innovation at a low cost

In the automotive sector, the buying public is more demanding than ever. People want quality and fuel efficiency at a good price. That message is driving all ...

by Mary Scianna

Energy saving options on turning machines are cost saving advantages for manufacturers

Machining, by its very nature, is an energy-intensive process, so when you’re considering energy reduction strategies as part of a cost-cutting plan for your machine ...

by Harsh Bibra and Todd Drane

How controls contribute to better precision machining performance

A US manufacturer has installed the largest machine tool of its kind in the country. Merrill Tool & Machine, Merrill, MI, has installed the Mazak Versatech V-140N five axis milling machine.

The machine arrived at Merrill Tool & Machine’s 120,000 ...

Live tooling with coolant-fed bearings can run at high speeds and high duty cycles without the accuracy and failure frequency problems of conventional bearings

As live tooling becomes more popular in many CNC turning centres, the use ...

by Mary Scianna

The problem
Grappling with offshore competition

The solution
Investing in machining centres, multi-tasking and automation

Machine shop embraces machining technologies to cut costs, improve productivity

“A job shop, without a doubt, is one of the most difficult businesses ...

by Tim Wilson 

The problem
Workholding that can’t handle production volumes for niche industrial demand.

The solution
A high density, low profile clamp to improve machining efficiencies, cut material waste.

BC bike component manufacturer clamps on to workholding solution

Straitline Components, ...

At times, getting the most out of conventional turning machines can require as much work by accountants as by operators. Finding the sweet spot to maximize the value of your investment requires a clear understanding of your shop’s technological and ...