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Introduction to Precision Positioning Systems: What Are They and Why Are They Crucial?
Precision positioning systems are foundational elements in various high-tech industries, enabling intricate processes to be executed with incredible accuracy. At the heart of every groundbreaking innovation or delicate micro-assembly operation lies a
The Evolution of Precision Positioning: A Timeline from Past to Present
Precision positioning has a storied history, marking the progress of humanity from rudimentary tools to the sophisticated technological marvels of today. Our quest for accuracy and the need to handle smaller, more
The Importance of Flexible Tooling Systems for Precision Manufacturing
Much of the world’s technology depends on precision manufacturing. In turn, precision manufacturing depends on flexible tooling systems. What are these two concepts, and how are they related? Advanced Machine Works is
Advantages of Using a Flexible Tooling System: How It Can Help Your Business
The US manufacturing industry is under more pressure than ever before. According to Forbes, there are now 25% fewer manufacturing businesses in the US than in 1997. In order to compete, survive,
How to Choose the Right Flexible Tooling System for Your Needs
If you’re in the market for a new flexible tooling system, we understand the seriousness of your situation. It represents a significant investment, and making the right choice is crucial. It can
The Cost Savings of a Long-Lasting Tooling System: Why It’s Worth the Investment
The machine tooling market in the US is on the up. It reached $10.8 billion in 2022 and is projected to rise by 4.5% by 2028. To remain competitive and produce high-quality
How a Flexible Tooling System Can Improve Efficiency and Reduce Downtime
With costs for raw materials skyrocketing in many places, the last thing engineering companies need is lots of unscheduled downtime. Unfortunately, if your systems keep letting you down, this can soon become
How to Verify the Accuracy of Your Tooling System: Tips for Quality Control
A tooling system is only good as long as it is accurate. When we say accurate, we’re talking microns here. Unfortunately, the human eye can only see objects 100 microns and bigger,
The Role of Modular Tooling Systems in Lean Manufacturing
More than ever, efficiency and profitability drive the modern manufacturing industry. Additionally, waste mitigation and management are more critical than ever. In this vein, many manufacturers opt for implementing the lean manufacturing
The Benefits of Precision Tooling Systems for High-Tolerance Machining
In certain industries, precision matters. For example, millimeters are not what counts in the aerospace, medical, and transportation sectors. A hair’s breadth could make the difference between system failures, product recalls, reputational
The Future of Manufacturing: How Flexible Tooling Systems Are Driving Innovation
Figures from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics show that the US manufacturing industry is heading in the right direction after the disruption of the pandemic. The years ahead present significant
The Impact of Moisture and Dust on Tooling Systems: Why Durability Matters
Private investment in industrial equipment and machinery will reach $723 billion in 2023. So when your investors back your company’s growth by purchasing new tooling systems, they expect to see serious returns.
The Top Industries that Benefit from Flexible Tooling Systems: A Look at Real-World Applications
As manufacturing processes become increasingly complex, the need for flexible tooling systems becomes more apparent. Flexible tooling systems enable manufacturers to quickly and easily switch between different products or production processes without
Adapting to Changing Production Demands: How Flexible Tooling Systems Provide Agility
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, being able to adapt quickly to changing production demands is critical to staying competitive. One key factor in achieving this agility is having flexible tooling systems that
7 Industries That Need Precision and Flexible Tooling
Precision positioning systems and flexible Tooling are essential components in the manufacturing process of a variety of industries. These tools allow manufacturers to create the intricate components needed to ensure that their
Increasing Efficiency in the Automotive Industry with Precision Positioning Systems
The automotive industry is in the midst of seismic changes. McKinsey & Company says nothing like it has been seen “since the Model T Ford first rolled off the production line in
The Importance of High Precision Machining in the Aerospace Industry
At peak operational times, there are as many as 5,400 aircraft in the skies under the control of the FAA. Every day, over 2.9 million passengers fly in and out of US
How Acculoc6 Offers Advanced Measurement and Inspection Techniques in High Precision Machining
As everyone in the manufacturing industry knows, precision refers to how closely an item adheres to a tolerance within a given dimensions range. Of course, the closer a part is to your
Traditional Flexible Tooling Systems Vs. AccuLoc6
The industries that use flexible tooling systems day in and day out rely on accuracy. Sadly, all too often, traditional flexible tooling systems fail to deliver. If you’re operating in the $16
What to Look For When Purchasing The Right High Precision Machining Equipment
More than ever, modern industries depend on automated machining equipment to create vital components for their high-tech projects. For fields like aerospace engineering, a fraction of a millimeter can mean the success
Challenges to Flexible Tooling Operations & How to Overcome Them
From environmental factors and human error to logistical limitations and maintenance costs – flexible tooling operations come with an array of potentially costly challenges. As a result, your company needs revolutionary solutions
5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Flexible Tooling System
Better machine tooling systems are in high demand on a global scale. With more manufacturing than ever and an ever-changing industry due to technological advancements, companies in the aerospace field and beyond
What Is High-Precision Machining?
Building machine parts is an endeavor where every step of the process has a tiny margin for error. So with the global market expanding, profits shrinking, and customers with more choices than
Why Do You Need a Flexible Tooling System?
Machines have been a part of the human experience for thousands of years. From the first simple machines used to build the pyramids to the complex ones that build our cell phones,
AccuLoc6 at AeroDef Conference 2020
Event Location: Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, Texas If you are attending AeroDef, please stop and introduce yourself! You will find us in booth #1015, highlighted on the map below. AeroDef
AccuLoc6 Presentation at SAE 2019
Watch AccuLoc6 inventor, Larry Kirby, present this revolutionary technology at the SAE 2019 AeroTech Americas Event. https://vimeo.com/15524744-f6bb-47e5-af68-f8401c6d2c37
AccuLoc6 Patent Application
DETAILED DESCRIPTION [0065] The present invention consists of a plurality of workpiece support assemblies which are mounted to a common table structure. Each workpiece support assembly carries a fixture element, together
AccuLoc6 at AeroDef Conference 2019
Event Location:Long Beach Convention Center – Long Beach, CA If you are attending AeroDef, please stop and introduce yourself! You will find us in booth #1952, highlighted on the map below.AeroDef Manufacturing®
Next Generation Flexible Tooling System – SAE Publication
View PublicationOur technical paper, “Next Generation Flexible Tooling System” will be published by SAE International on March 19th. The paper was written by Larry Kirby and Ronald Weddle. SAE Technical Papers are
SAE 2019 AeroTech Americas Event
If you are attending SAE 2019 Aerotech Americas, please stop and introduce yourself! You will find us at booth #300 located just inside the main entrance. We will also be presenting our
AccuLoc6 is Patent Pending
AccuLoc6 isn’t just a minor redesign of existing flexible tooling technology; We’ve designed this system from the ground-up to overcome the most complex challenges in the industry. AccuLoc6 represents the next-generation of