Since the dawn of CNC milling, machinists have been trying to squeeze more parts onto the table and position them quicker. That’s because to a machinist, it’s all about reducing setup time and cranking out more parts per hour. There…
Do you set your cutting tools offline? If the answer is no, you’re losing money. And you’re not alone. Offline tool setting is one of those things shop managers and machinists often read about but seldom try. One reason is…
If you’re going to drill a hole, it stands to reason that you want the hole to be straight and accurate. There are many ways to accomplish this, but all involve getting the hole started properly. The main obstacle standing…