The Daily Tool & Grind
The Daily Tool & Grind is Custom Tool & Grinding’s official blog. See what we’re up to around the shop as well as what’s going on around our industry.
CNC Machining and 3D printing both have their strengths and weaknesses when it comes to producing parts – whether it’s a prototype or not. Machine shops all over the world that are implementing both of these technologies are benefiting significantly from them. For machine shops looking to implement 3D printing, the recommendation is as follows: […]
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The industry is constantly evolving. This month we cover hot trends that are appearing in cutting tools, how restrictions on events are inspiring the development of new systems, and how companies are staying hazardous waste compliant. Keep reading for more details.
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As baby boomers continue to retire, millions of manufacturing jobs are going to become available within the next couple of years. Unfortunately, though, many manufacturers struggle with filling positions. One efficient way of combating this problem is by improving company websites. Not enough manufacturers see their website as a priority, this leads to websites with […]
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The industry is constantly evolving. This month, Bass Pro is starting to use their new assembly plant, Boeing Co. extended its retirement age, and Modern Machine Shop gives you an introduction to Superfinishing. Keep on reading for more details.
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With COVID-19 disrupting businesses worldwide, finding individuals with the talent and skills to work in the industry is becoming increasingly difficult. An additional challenge that has presented itself is figuring out how to train new and existing employees while following COVID-19 guidelines.
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When properly used CNC machines are long-lasting, productive, and safe. However, if a machine is misused or mishandled, opposite results will occur. The issues presented below are some of the most common mistakes made by operators and can cause big issues for the work environment.
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Cutting tools come in many shapes and sizes. Picking the right one for a specific task can be difficult. With a variety of styles to choose from, the matter is further complicated when you must consider what coating would be best for that tool. At that point you might be questioning if the coating matters–surely […]
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The automotive industry has been automated for decades–though more recently it’s been advancing on the automation front. The production of vehicles is associated with large robots holding and moving parts as they are welded together. Now, the auto industry is adding more sophisticated robots, using 3D printing, and integrating other advanced technologies and techniques.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic many organizations in the manufacturing industry have hit the pause button. If you’re dealing with a lull or if production has come to a temporary halt, here’s some advice for how to use this downtime to your advantage.
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2020 has been a rough year all around, for basically everyone. But it was an especially tough year for events, because much of the country moved towards virtual, if possible. Other events were simply cancelled. However, 2021 will be starting with multiple vaccines for Coronavirus (COVID-19), so there is potential for in-person events as the […]
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