With coordinated HSM techniques, an OSG Tap & Die ballend rib tool, and 20,000-rpm spindle, a shop cut each rib on this mold component in less than five minutes, as compared with taking hours to EDM ...

A variable-speed VRT spindle machines an EDM electrode at 30,000 rpm. Multi-tasking functionality, as of late, has become quite the mantra for machine tool developers. These types of machines can ...

A new study published in Engineering delves into the material removal mechanisms in ultra-high-speed machining (UHSM), a key technology in advanced manufacturing. High-performance engineering ...

The release of Mastercam X3 by CNC Software (Tolland, CT) brings high-speed machining toolpaths into the realm of 2D. High-speed machining traditionally has been available in the Mastercam 3D ...

As 2025 approaches, manufacturers that embrace digital transformation—through advanced automation, IoT-enabled equipment and AI-driven insights—will be better equipped to enhance efficiency and remain ...

Modern CNC machine shops face relentless pressure to boost productivity, shorten cycle times, and reduce costs — all while preserving tool life, part quality and process reliability. They must meet ...