by Elwood Winkler | Feb 28, 2020 | Machinery and Equipment
Like a machine, machine shops have their own internal processes. The efficiency and productivity of any shop depends on how how these processes work. As the saying goes, there is always room for improvement. Take a look at these considerations to see if your shop is...
by Elwood Winkler | Oct 1, 2019 | Machinery and Equipment
For an industrial facility, one of the most important aspects you need to consider is the material handling and the equipment used for that process. If you do not have a good material handling model, then there’s a good chance that your business is not nearly as...
by Elwood Winkler | Dec 28, 2017 | Machinery and Equipment
There are many different types of thread forms that are used today. Many of these thread forms have been used for centuries and have changed very little other than the precise way they can be manufactured. The trapezoidal lead screw uses the trapezoidal thread form,...
by Elwood Winkler | Nov 2, 2017 | Machinery and Equipment
Ball screw and nut combinations are used in a wide variety of applications. They are primarily designed to allow the rotational motion to a linear movement with limited impediment from friction. The threading on the ball screw acts as a groove for the balls that hold...
by admin | Jan 20, 2017 | Machinery and Equipment
Aluminum is an abundant metal and is used in many aspects of our daily lives. It may contain your favorite beverage or cook your favorite meal at dinnertime. However, one of the most important uses for aluminum is in the modern aerospace machine shop. The unique...
