In this blog, we’ll look at EDM machines and in particular, one type of manufacturing process – wire EDM – in order to find out how everything works and what sort of problems can arise. We’ll also discover why measuring workpieces in-situ plays an important role in ensuring that the desired manufacturing outcomes are achieved....Continue Reading
In manufacturing, the measurement of the cutting tools used in machine tools is critical to ensuring that finished products are of the required standard. Why is this the case, and among alternative approaches to measurement why might camera-based systems be the most suitable for the job? Read on to find out… In this blog, we’re...Continue Reading
You may have met Andrea at Wire and Cable exhibitions and trade shows around the world – but did you know how she joined our team? It was a smooth transition from logistics to the world of camera-based measurement! Andrea Pizzorno joined our team in December 2021. This was originally in a temporary role, providing...Continue Reading
Industrial parts begin the manufacturing process as “workpieces” and, using various machine tools, for example cutting instruments like milling machines, they are made into the finished component. Every step of the process including the tools, the workpiece, and the product must meet exacting specifications. Among the requirements necessary for these to be reached, an exceptional...Continue Reading
As you might imagine, the field of metallurgy isn’t static. Over time, new alloys are discovered and many soon find a role in manufacturing of one kind or another. We’re going to focus on one example of this in this blog. It’s particularly relevant to the wire manufacturing industry: Nitinol – an alloy of nickel...Continue Reading
Why is it important to accurately measure wire drawing dies? In this question accuracy, perhaps not unexpectedly, is the key word. Wire drawing dies must meet rigorous standards of accuracy in order to manufacture wire that meets its required specifications – regardless of whether that is for a high-precision function or for wire used in...Continue Reading
While in the headline above we use the term “machine tool” in a general sense, accuracy (as we’ll discover!) matters in this subject so it’s worth reminding ourselves that these tools come in a variety of guises, each suited to a specific manufacturing technique. The techniques include shaping, cutting, drilling, grinding and others, all of...Continue Reading
In this two-part blog series, we’re going to examine wire drawing dies in some detail. In this, part 1, we’ll look at measuring wire drawing dies, why accuracy is so important, and what’s the best way to go about measuring them. In the part 2, we’ll address the question of why they need to be...Continue Reading
Having familiarized ourselves with milling machines, understanding how they work and the roles they perform, let’s look at the sort of problems that can occur during their operation. If you’re a manufacturer reliant on milling machines, being aware of these will put you in position to head off issues. Doing so is vital to maintaining...Continue Reading
By providing the crucial link between labs, production and our customers in the field, Franky brings unique insights to Conoptica – helping us to enhance our measurement solutions for the wire and cable industry and benefiting from the practical experience of our user community. Franky is well-known to most of our customers because he’s the...Continue Reading
