Why New CNC Machines Sit Idle for Months
A machine shop lays out $300,000 on a new machine and waits roughly two months before it cuts a single part. At IMTS 2026, Brent Kephart of Siemens explained what causes the delay and how the…
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How to Reduce CNC Setups to Improve Uptime
Manufacturing companies always focus on downtime to improve processes and increase efficiency in a facility. There are many different categories of downtime, including downtime from jams, breakdowns, operator errors, and more. Machine setup is one area…
How to Improve Quality Control in CNC Machining
Precision CNC machining is no different from any other discipline in that it relies heavily on product quality. During the CNC machining process, you will utilize a wide range of measurement devices and inspection instruments to…
How to Reduce Tool Failure with CNC Tool Breakage Detection
Tool breakage has always been a challenge for machining operations. These breaks can occur during regular machining cycles due to tool wear that eventually results in failure. They may also occur due to improper settings, human…