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How to Use the G84 Code for Rough Turning Conditions

The following commands allow the cutting conditions to be changed from the desired point(s) during a rough...

The following commands allow the cutting conditions to be changed from the desired point(s) during a rough turning cycle. If no change in cutting conditions is necessary, there is no need to use them. Changes can only be specified three times – A, B, C. The commands following the three specified entries must be designated Read More...

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Three Types of Manufacturing Automation and Their Advantages

Implementing automation in your operation can increase efficiency and productivity. Automation in manufacturing is changing the way...

Implementing automation in your operation can increase efficiency and productivity. Automation in manufacturing is changing the way the industry operates, from robotic additions to production management software, but many manufacturers perceive the upfront investment as a barrier to entry. However, it has become increasingly important for manufacturers to consider automation in their operations. Automation is Read More...

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David’s Story

The Machine Whisperer They call him the Machine Whisperer. It’s as if the equipment were speaking directly...

The Machine Whisperer They call him the Machine Whisperer. It’s as if the equipment were speaking directly to him, telling him what was wrong. There isn’t a machine he can’t diagnose, though if you ask David Moore, Service Engineer, CTMSE, he’d tell you with no forced humility that he’s just doing his job. David has Read More...

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How to Use the G84 Code for Rough Turning Conditions

The following commands allow the cutting conditions to be changed from the desired point(s) during a rough...

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EDM Best Practices

We often help customers at Hartwig with troubleshooting their EDM processes. This short article contains a few...

We often help customers at Hartwig with troubleshooting their EDM processes. This short article contains a few helpful tips for keeping your EDM operation running smoothly. Avoiding Spooling Problems Wire tangling or crossovers on the spool are one of the most common reasons for returned EDM wire, yet the vast majority of these incidents are Read More...

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Do you have variables in your manufacturing operation?

Okuma control, the variables and related functions are part of User Task II. On the Fanuc control,...

Okuma control, the variables and related functions are part of User Task II. On the Fanuc control, it is part of Macro B. Most of the variable functions are now standard on the newer Okuma controls. Macro B is usually an option on many Fanuc controls. There are basically three types of variables – local Read More...

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Three Types of Manufacturing Automation and Their Advantages

Implementing automation in your operation can increase efficiency and productivity. Automation in manufacturing is changing the way...

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Your Guide to CNC Machine Tool Controls: FANUC vs. Okuma OSP

Nearly every industry uses CNC milling machines, but not all CNC milling machines are created equal. A...

Nearly every industry uses CNC milling machines, but not all CNC milling machines are created equal. A large difference are the controls that run it. In this white paper, we’ll explore the differences between two controls for CNC machines: FANUC and Okuma’s OSP. We’ll discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each system, and how they Read More...

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The Benefits of Conversational Programming in CNC Machining

There are different approaches to CNC machining, beginning with the machine itself. Depending on your needs, one...

There are different approaches to CNC machining, beginning with the machine itself. Depending on your needs, one brand and model of machine might work better than another. When selecting your CNC machine, it’s especially important to consider the control and operating system and how that might aid or impede automation and programming. In many cases, Read More...

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Tsugami Swiss Lathe & M08 Implementation Increases Throughput 7x

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Winning the Fight Against Unplanned Downtime

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Fastems Automation Lunch & Learn

Are you looking for an affordable and compact automation solution for your 4 or 5 axis machine...

Are you looking for an affordable and compact automation solution for your 4 or 5 axis machine tool? Would you like to increase lights-out capacity, increase machine utilization and shorten lead times? Join Hartwig Automation Specialist Rick Spencer and Fastems Expert Timo Myllyniemi for afternoon of information on how to take your production to the Read More...

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Hartwig Houston / Wolfram Manufacturing Oktoberfest

Join us for Hartwig Oktoberfest, presented by Wolfram Manufacturing! See the following machines under power and...

Join us for Hartwig Oktoberfest, presented by Wolfram Manufacturing! See the following machines under power and in action! Okuma GENOS L3000-MYW Okuma GENOS L250II x 250mm Okuma LU7000-EX Okuma MULTUS B250II Okuma MULTUS B400 Okuma VT1000EX Okuma LB3000MYW Okuma MCR-BV Okuma LB3000MY w/ Armroid Okuma MB-4000H Okuma MU6300 Okuma LU3000 Sodick AD55L Sodick ALN600G Read More...

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TSUGAMI TWO PATH TRAINING CLASS

Join us at the Hartwig St. Louis Headquarters for Tsugami Two Path Control training! This class is...

Join us at the Hartwig St. Louis Headquarters for Tsugami Two Path Control training! This class is designed for machine operators and programmers working on Tsugami machine tools and covers a large everything from defining Swiss to part programing using Tsugami’s FREE Abile Software! TRAINING AGENDA INCLUDES: • What Is a Swiss Style Lathe • Read More...

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How to Set Z-Axis Program Zero — Okuma P300L Control

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GF Machining Solutions MIKRON HPM 800U

Spindle damage, machine geometry misaligned and machine down are big expenses. But with Machine Spindle Protection (MSP)...

Spindle damage, machine geometry misaligned and machine down are big expenses. But with Machine Spindle Protection (MSP) in all directions those worries are a thing of the past.

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CMS Poseidon Moving Bridge

CMS’ Poseidon vertical machining center is shown performing the roughing and finishing operations on the substrate of...

CMS’ Poseidon vertical machining center is shown performing the roughing and finishing operations on the substrate of a boat deck in EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) foam with a special cutting tool.

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Additive Manufacturing and Aerospace: Pushing Boundaries and Exploring New Frontiers Together

Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing, has been at the forefront of innovation in the...

Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing, has been at the forefront of innovation in the manufacturing space for decades. Limited only by the technology available, recent advances have allowed additive manufacturing to enter the aerospace industry, providing a boon of resources and advantages to help them continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Read More...

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Invest in Your Future with a Section 179 Deduction

Now is the time to invest in your future. Put your money to work with a Section...

Now is the time to invest in your future. Put your money to work with a Section 179 Deduction. Whether you’re a business of one or a company of one hundred, you may be missing out on a great opportunity to get more out of your dollars. The U.S. Government passed a year-end budget deal Read More...

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Game-Changing Technologies: EOS – Enhancing Your Shop with Additive

Additive Manufacturing (AKA Industrial 3D Printing) has created production success for spinal fusion products manufacturer CoreLink Surgical...

Additive Manufacturing (AKA Industrial 3D Printing) has created production success for spinal fusion products manufacturer CoreLink Surgical Additive Manufacturing—more commonly known as Industrial 3D Printing—is a technology that, although mature, can still be revolutionary for manufacturers adopting it to change the way they produce parts and components. The question for most manufacturers deciding whether to Read More...

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