Sometimes tool bits wear down and break, it is part of the process of manufacturing so knowing what to do when it happens is crucial. In this episode I talk to Jake White and lean in on his years of machine tool experience to uncover the best tools and strategies in order to avoid long term breakage related delays in your manufacturing workflow. We look at how to get up and running quickly by understanding the best ways to anticipate and deal with tool bits wearing down and probe breakage. We also look at how to know if a tool has broken in the first place. Most breaks or chips are not obvious or even perceivable by the human eye and acting early avoids downstream delays and scrap parts.

If you are a manufacturer this is essential knowledge for any operation. If you are a person that loves to learn about cutting edge technologies and workflow strategies in manufacturing this episode is also for you.

Thank you for listening!

Show links:

NC4 non-contact tool setters: https://bit.ly/3kNhixC

OTS 3D touch-trigger tool setter: https://bit.ly/3fh9Ppm

Broken Tool Detection Tools: https://bit.ly/38V0WAU

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Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

Renishaw Webinars: https://bit.ly/35B5Dyg

Renishaw Virtual Expo: https://bit.ly/3bWoepk

Building and measuring parts often get most of the attention when we think of manufacturing. Encoder systems are the often-overlooked key resource in manufacturing. If you are making precise movements when you build, the right encoder will ensure that you meet those expectations. These motion control and position feedback systems are essential in quality production. Corrie Fearon walks us through how encoders work and the complexity of choosing the correct encoder for your application. Surprisingly, the fastest, most robust, and sophisticated encoder system may not always be the ideal choice.

If you are developing a manufacturing process that requires high levels of precision or someone that enjoys learning about advanced motion control and feedback systems this podcast is for you.

Thank you for listening!

Show links:

General Encoder Systems: https://bit.ly/34tBpLj

Magnetic Encoders Systems: https://bit.ly/2SxZNGc

Optical Encoder Systems: https://bit.ly/2GIhK25

Our Sponsor:

Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

Renishaw Webinars: https://bit.ly/35B5Dyg

Renishaw Virtual Expo: https://bit.ly/3bWoepk

CMM part verification is an essential part of the manufacturing process. Maintaining a high level of precision can be expensive, have multiple workstations and a great deal of human intervention. In this episode I talk to Charles Gallant about how a CMM probe ecosystem can be the answer to reducing measurement times and human intervention. We dug deep into the vast ecosystem can be used during CMM part verification. With one system you can switch out probes/attachments to measure a variety of part features. From waviness to a fully non-contact approach, having an ecosystem with interchangeable probes is an inspection timesaver.

If you are a manufacturer seeking to produce the most precise parts or a person that appreciates the power of accuracy in today’s machines, this is the podcast for you.

Thank you for listening!

Show links:

Revo 5-axis system probe options: https://bit.ly/3gCstY1

Our Sponsor:

Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

Renishaw Webinars: https://bit.ly/35B5Dyg

Renishaw Virtual Expo: https://bit.ly/3bWoepk

After spending time and money building parts, you need to verify what you have created. Is it up to spec? Is it a new piece of scrap? The difference between the two can sometimes be only a few microns. It turns out modern society’s planes, trains, and most everything else depend on the highest levels precision for it to function. In this episode I talk to Charles Gallant about the complicated process of part verification. We discuss the tools, philosophy and procedures that ensure you know the difference between a quality part and a piece of scrap metal. 

If you are a manufacturer seeking to produce the most precise parts or a person that appreciates the power of accuracy in today’s machines, this is the podcast for you.

Thank you for listening!

Show links:

Revo 5-axis measurement system: https://bit.ly/3gCstY1

PH20 5-axis touch-trigger system: https://bit.ly/34GnQKi

Our Sponsor:

Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

In this episode I talk to John Laureto to understand how building with lasers and metal powder results in a manufacturing revolution. A quick spoiler alert, metal 3D printing IS additive manufacturing and we look at how this technology is changing the way industry builds. We cover the software and hardware that makes this all possible and even discuss best practices. We answer common questions from those interested in the technology including the speed of the system and the quality of the resulting parts.

If you’re a manufacturer you will learn about the new tech that lets you build without the limitations of traditional machining. If you are not a manufacturer but love learning about cutting edge manufacturing technologies this is the podcast for you.

Thank you for listening!

Show links:

Additive system building with 4 lasers: https://bit.ly/2EAqGFC 

Additive manufacturing guide: https://bit.ly/2XcwzPy

Our Sponsor:

Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

In this episode I talk to Tim Prusnick, a Raman spectroscopy expert, about applying hard sciences to the automotive industry. We look at how Raman confocal microscopes are being used to improve today’s vehicles by creating better EV batteries, lubricants and more.

We look at a range of applications and microscopes designed to enhance manufacturing and research. It turns out building your dream car requires far more than machining metal parts for assembly.

If you are interested in cars or just building them, Tim has some science-rich information for you.

Thanks for listening!

Show links:

Raman spectroscopy: https://bit.ly/331aver

Virsa™ Raman Analyser: https://bit.ly/3g3YuZu

Our Sponsor:

Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

In this episode we discuss how comparison measurement has become a premier form of metrology. My guests for this episode are metrology engineers Andrew Kerr and Ryan Rogers. We look at a revolutionary machine that maximizes the potential of this form of metrology, The Equator 300 (and 500). If you have a high-volume production shop floor with complex and expensive gauges this may be the episode to help you dramatically improve your production.

If you’re not a manufacturer this is an excellent episode to understand how an established philosophy of measurement is helping build the world around us.

Thanks for listening!

Show links:

The Equator™ gauging system: http://bit.ly/2vkm5QN

Our Sponsor:

Renishaw: https://bit.ly/394ZREE

Welcome to the first episode of The Applied Innovations Podcast.

In our inaugural show we chat with Jake White a machine tool applications engineer. We dig deep into the best ways to implement probing in your manufacturing process. We cover the benefits and the tools that will make be greatest impact to your bottom line.

Thank you for listening!

Reference links from the show:

The OSP60/Sprint probe: https://bit.ly/Sprint_Probe

The Productive Process Pyramid™: https://bit.ly/ProductivePyramid

QC20-W ballbar calibrator: https://bit.ly/TheBallbar

Machine tool probes and software: https://bit.ly/AllProbes

Machine tool video playlist: https://bit.ly/ProbingVideos