Chapter 2 of Cutting Tool Applications:
Metal Removal Methods
George Schneider Jr.'s exclusive in-print, on-line reference text

MOLDMAKING 2001:
Where a tight fit is good
N.Y. moldmaker looks for edge in term of speed, accuracy

MOLDMAKING 2001: Molding a better mousetrap
Hot runner on quick-change frame enables flexible molding

Achieve the speed
The time to re-write the conventional speed and feed charts is fast approaching

Beyond the limits of tapping
Advancements in machine tools and technology are changing the rules for producing threads

Punching up productivity
Hydraulic CNC turret punches reduce setup time 30 percent

COMING NEXT MONTH. . .

Tooling Around
* Keeping up with the neighbors

Presstime Notes
* Lamb Technicon launches new electric roll form unit

Editorial Musings
* What change?

Shop Talk
* New use for wiper inserts

Cutting Tool Talk

Management Update
* Tooling a benchmark

Imports, Exports
* Behind the blade

Technology Update
* A matter of induction

Manufacturing Update
* Tutor, targets and tools

Industry Moves

Technology Notebook
* Doing the math on EDMs

Software Solutions
* Imports without errors

Manufacturing Solutions
* An inspector's gadget

Calendar of Events

Product Spotlight

Outside the Box
* LTV--Just another steel company in trouble?

ABOUT THE COVER
In upstate New York, All-American Mold Inc. depends on Fadal VMCs to keep it competitive in a niche market where maintaining tight tolerances is everything.