Each material has a specification that covers requirements that apply to characteristics important to our machining and processing as well as end use of parts. Learn what to expect – what to do and not do – to avoid and minimize material issues that can negatively affect your processing. Recorded: May 2, 2022 at National…
Recorded: May 3, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: Kevin Johnson, Fischer Special Tool Brandon Buckhout (filling in for Osny Fabricio, Balzers) Who would benefit: Setup, Machinists, Estimators, Engineers, Foremen, Leadmen, Operators Experience track: Mastery Download FISCHER Special Tooling Presentation Download Oerlikon Balzers Presentation ACCESS Access grants unlimited online streaming. Copyright…
Parts are what the front office sells to customers, but chips are what we produce to make those parts. In this session, Miles will challenge you to reexamine your machining practice by learning to see and understand what the chips that you make are telling you about the process. Vocabulary of chip types, conditions and…
Everyone knows that lean in important in our shop processes, and eliminating waste is key to profitability. But Lean should be applied to our CNC programs as well. Learn best practices on deploying macros. Reduce errors, reduce variability. Reduce costs. Recorded: May 3, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: Derek Briggs, Tsugami…
The PMPA Information Technology Committee will be discussing a myriad of technology solutions such as Q-NAP, CNC Machinist Pro, mobile device management, productivity tools, shop floor networking, communication tools, AR glasses and more! Recorded: May 2, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: Bridget Casey, Bracalante Greg McHale, Datanomix Joe Raker, Peterson Tool…
Learn best practices on machining different exotic materials. Recorded: May 1, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: Pete Stechow, Fischer Special Tooling Randy Kline, Valbruna Stainless Ted Force, Medical Device and Implants, LLC Job functions which would benefit: Middle Management, Foremen, Leadmen, Setup, Machinist Experience track: Mastery Download FISCHER Special Tooling Presentation…
How and why your employees will love them. Cobots can be seen a co-workers. Recorded: May 3, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: Courtney Ortner, Absolute Machine Tools Job functions which would benefit: All Experience track: Fundamentals Download Cobots Presentation ACCESS Access grants unlimited online streaming. Copyright PMPA 2022. May not be…
What’s holding you back from getting more spindle time? In this session, Johnny Freeze will discuss ways to keep your spindles running: coolants, chip control, quick-change tooling, part families, reducing the amount of tools…anything to increase up-time. Recorded: May 3, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: Johnny Freeze, Peterson Tool Co. Job…
Lights out manufacturing is a misnomer but lightly attended machining is a proven way to increase production, profitability, and reduce lead times. Join Mike Petrusch to learn current best practices for lightly attended machining that you can apply in your operations. Recorded: May 3, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: David Wynn,…
Learn how 3D printing can be used to create helpful accessories in your shop! Recorded: May 1, 2022 at National Technical Conference in Milwaukee, WI. Speakers: David Wynn, ABF Engineering and Machining Job functions which would benefit: All Experience track: Management Download 3D Printing Presentation ACCESS Access grants unlimited online streaming. Copyright PMPA 2022. May…