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JobBOSS is the most widely used shop management software for the metalworking industry with bar-code data collection, performance analysis, and contact management. Nearly 4,000 hi-tech shops and more than 21,000 shop technology system users rely on JobBOSS for quoting, scheduling, costing, purchasing, inventory, shipping, and quality control. Click here to find out more.

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Feature articles

Drilling Crankshafts a Whole Lot Better
Oil holes deliver vital lubrication to contact points between piston connecting rods and crankshafts in truck and car engines. Because oil holes are interconnected, they must enter and exit crankshafts at precise positions for efficient lubrication, or the engines will fail.
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Manufacturing Growth and Competition Heating Up in 2006
The unmistakable theme that ran through the exhibits and stands at the EMO 2005 trade show was productivity. Whether expressed as work-holding devices and techniques that provided one set-up for multiple machining processes, technologies that put combined operations of two machine tools into one machine, the focus was on increasing yield and keeping a machine tool busy making chips.
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Creating a "Culture of Safety"
Even shops that comply with OSHA-mandated regulations can be dangerous places. Most shop managers comply with safety mandates and realize that improved safety equals improved productivity and earnings. However, buying the right protection and implementing specific safety procedures such as Risk Management Plans, Process Hazards Analysis and Emergency Procedures is often not enough.
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Hot Shots
Many large and medium-sized manufacturing companies in industries such as automotive, extrusion and steel production have professionally conducted infrared (IR) thermographic surveys performed on their electrical and mechanical systems, process applications and incoming energy. These surveys offer a cost-effective, loss-prevention tool for identifying impending failures that could bring production operations to a standstill.
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BWC
 
BishopWisecarver Offers a System that Saves Time and Money The HepcoMotion MCS Machine Construction System offers a wide range of aluminum profile sections, including connecting hardware and accessories. These modular, versatile components are constructed for use in industrial machinery, assembly or packaging equipment, guarding, storage and display applications. Profiles are manufactured from 6063-T5 aluminum and clear coat anodized to 10 microns thickness ensuring resistance to scratching or corrosion. Ease of assembly, flexibility of use, and low overall cost allows for an almost infinite possibility of constructed frames.
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Let's face it; participating in online marketplaces shouldn't be costly or complicated. SourceAuthority.com provides you with common sense tools to support your company's marketing efforts. Access motivated buyers. Quote real opportunities. Pay only for results. The rules for online marketplaces are changing.
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Technology trends

Hard, Lightweight Metal Composite on the Horizon

Vacuum Heat Treating Eliminates Distortion

Solid August Tool Consumption

Software Accelerates Development

Grinder Tool-measurement System

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Product Spotlight

MTI Systems Inc. West Springfield, Mass., is offering manufacturing organizations one free initial seat of their Costimator OEM or Costimator JS (Job Shop) software through December 1, 2005 with the purchase of training. Costimator OEM enables OEMs to determine what their parts should cost, allowing implementation of a uniform and predictable costing strategy while realizing 25 percent to 50 percent savings. The system also allows design and cost engineers to evaluate functional or design differences in parts to determine which design is most cost effective. Costimator JS helps suppliers to produce timely quotes that are consistent and accurate, within 5 percent of actual costs. Suppliers can bid with confidence while optimizing their chances of winning profitable jobs.
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Mark your calendar

November 15-17, 2005
Precision Grinding & Abrasive Machining Certificate Program. Click here to find out more.

November 17 - 20, 2005
Metalex and HEET Metalex '05  Click here for more info.

Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005 10-11:30 a.m. CST
Webcast: China: Threat or Opportunity Click here to register

Coming in December: AMERICAN MACHINIST focuses on Global Trends