by Bob Warfield | Apr 15, 2018 | Blog, Manufacturing, Products, Software, Techniques
Have you had a chance to try our new Thread Calculator? It’s free during Beta Test, you just need a working trial or subscription copy of our G-Wizard Calculator. Latest News New Beta of G-Wizard Thread Calculator just uploaded! The latest Beta release is...
by cncdivi | Apr 6, 2018 | Blog, Business, Manufacturing, Products, Software, Techniques
Job Quoting and Cost Estimation are important functions in manufacturing that most shops have to deal with. Your ability to quote jobs accurately has a big impact on your profitability and on your ability to compete for work. Recently, I came across an article that...
by Bob Warfield | Mar 25, 2018 | Blog, CNC Projects, Products, Techniques
Vacuum Chucks, Fixtures, and Clamping Systems can be awesome productivity enhancers in any shop, but they’re especially helpful for rapid prototyping and sheet work (e.g. signs and electical panels). In turning applications, vacuum chucks are popular for...
by Bob Warfield | Mar 13, 2018 | Blog, Products, Software
It’s time to present the results of our CNCCookbook 2017 CAD Survey. This update adds the Customer Satisfaction Awards. There were just under 500 responses to our question about production CAD packages. Thank you all very much for participating! We have CAD...
by Bob Warfield | Mar 1, 2018 | Beginner, Blog, Cool, FeedsSpeeds, Manufacturing, Products, Software, Techniques
Do you rely on guesswork or outdated rules of thumb for your most important milling variables? The depth of cut and width of cut (also called stepover) are crucial variables when milling pockets, profiling, facing, and any other machining operation where you’ll...
by Bob Warfield | Feb 27, 2018 | Blog, CNC Projects, Cool, Products, Software, Techniques
CNC Machines are capable of a lot things, but engraving is one of the most interesting and artistic. In this guide, you’re going to learn everything you need to know to tackle your own CNC engraving work. What is Engraving? Engraving is the art of carving a...