Sometimes tool bits wear down and break, it is part of the process of manufacturing so knowing what to do when it happens is crucial. In this episode I talk to Jake White and lean in on his years of machine tool experience to uncover the best tools and strategies in order to avoid long term breakage related delays in your manufacturing workflow. We look at how to get up and running quickly by understanding the best ways to anticipate and deal with tool bits wearing down and probe breakage. We also look at how to know if a tool has broken in the first place. Most breaks or chips are not obvious or even perceivable by the human eye and acting early avoids downstream delays and scrap parts.

If you are a manufacturer this is essential knowledge for any operation. If you are a person that loves to learn about cutting edge technologies and workflow strategies in manufacturing this episode is also for you.

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NC4 non-contact tool setters: https://bit.ly/3kNhixC

OTS 3D touch-trigger tool setter: https://bit.ly/3fh9Ppm

Broken Tool Detection Tools: https://bit.ly/38V0WAU

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Building and measuring parts often get most of the attention when we think of manufacturing. Encoder systems are the often-overlooked key resource in manufacturing. If you are making precise movements when you build, the right encoder will ensure that you meet those expectations. These motion control and position feedback systems are essential in quality production. Corrie Fearon walks us through how encoders work and the complexity of choosing the correct encoder for your application. Surprisingly, the fastest, most robust, and sophisticated encoder system may not always be the ideal choice.

If you are developing a manufacturing process that requires high levels of precision or someone that enjoys learning about advanced motion control and feedback systems this podcast is for you.

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General Encoder Systems: https://bit.ly/34tBpLj

Magnetic Encoders Systems: https://bit.ly/2SxZNGc

Optical Encoder Systems: https://bit.ly/2GIhK25

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CMM part verification is an essential part of the manufacturing process. Maintaining a high level of precision can be expensive, have multiple workstations and a great deal of human intervention. In this episode I talk to Charles Gallant about how a CMM probe ecosystem can be the answer to reducing measurement times and human intervention. We dug deep into the vast ecosystem can be used during CMM part verification. With one system you can switch out probes/attachments to measure a variety of part features. From waviness to a fully non-contact approach, having an ecosystem with interchangeable probes is an inspection timesaver.

If you are a manufacturer seeking to produce the most precise parts or a person that appreciates the power of accuracy in today’s machines, this is the podcast for you.

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Revo 5-axis system probe options: https://bit.ly/3gCstY1

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