In manufacturing, productivity and efficiency are core concepts often misconstrued or used synonymously despite their importance to improving company throughput. Knowing the differences and intricacies
Waterjet cutting is a manufacturing process that uses highly pressurized water, sometimes with an abrasive, for an accelerated eroding process that can cut and shape
Is repetitive lifting causing backaches, fatigue, and injuries in your manufacturing facility? This can lead to a revolving door of employees, costing you time, money,
The FlexCNC is a highly automated functional machine that employs a vertical spindle and worktable orientation, allowing operations on a horizontal machining bed. The FlexCNC
Flex Machine Tools is excited to launch a new product that will revolutionize your workshop: the Flexible Tapping Center (FTC). This specialized machine is equipped
When selecting machinery for your company, deciding what tools will work best for your product can be overwhelming, and it can feel like a risk
Working with heavy tools like the Metabo KFM 16-15 Metal Beveling Tool can be physically demanding. Constant tool weight leads to fatigue, accidental drops, and
Active Alloys is a full-service steel fabrication shop in Chicago, Illinois. They specialize in designing and fabricating architectural elements, machines, furniture, and vehicles. William Tellmann and
Safety is of the utmost importance when operating heavy machinery, especially when it comes to press brakes. The large, heavy parts involved, can easily cause
If you can imagine it, a waterjet will cut it. Who uses a waterjet cutting system? Waterjets are one of the most versatile cutting machines
What is a Beam Drill Line? Beam drill lines are important tools in medium to large-sized structural fabrication shops. Beam drill lines accurately drill holes
Flex Machine Tools partners with Westway Machinery We are pleased to announce that Flex Machine Tools has entered into a distribution partnership with Westway Machinery. Westway
Waterjet or laser? Many modern manufacturers are facing unique challenges, including maintaining flexibility while keeping costs low. The waterjet and the laser are both capable
If you’re a fabricator new to CNC technology, you may be wondering where to start when purchasing the right machinery for your needs. Two popular
Torque Reaction Arms or assembly arms are commonly used in a variety of manufacturing environments. They take the tool weight and torque out of the operator’s
Tapping can be challenging and frustrating, especially when broken taps and damaged threads come into play, leading to lower productivity and increased costs. However, various
Located in Valparaiso, Indiana, RockRabbit Guitars manufactures premiere guitar parts made of titanium. One of these parts requires 18 threaded holes. Up until recently, the
An end user recently approached Flex facing a common challenge: tapping plasma cut holes in A36 Steel. This particular end user is a general fabrication
Brad Jacob, from the BasementShopGuy YouTube channel, tested the FlexArm tapping arm against the Bridgeport in a time comparison demonstration. He wanted to see if the addition of a
An end-user out of North Carolina was looking for a more efficient way to tap their parts. They wanted to see how the FlexArm could
“We use the FlexCNC for two very specific uses, one of which we had an old machine for and another that we use to do by hand.
In the world of metalworking, precision and efficiency are paramount. Threading holes accurately and consistently is essential for ensuring the integrity and performance of manufactured
“As a manufacturer of architectural railing systems and components, R&B Wagner, Inc. is always looking for the best way to fixture and machine long lengths
When faced with production tapping, having the right tool for the job can save both time and money. Here is one situation where the FlexArm
CNC machinery can have problems arise, and some of these problems are more common than others. When these problems occur, FlexCare+ steps in to get them resolved
Petty Welding is a fabrication shop in Knoxville, Tennessee, that focuses on welding, fabrication, custom-iron work, and on-site repair. They’ve been in business for 11 years,
Flex Machine Tools is excited to introduce a new offering to its line of ergonomic balance arms: the FlexArm B-33. The B-33 Zero-Gravity Balance Arm is a larger
Today, US manufacturing is widely misunderstood, especially among young people. Manufacturing remains central in the world economy yet is seen as an outdated and dying
Handheld grinders are essential tools in metalworking environments, but using them can be taxing and tiring for the user. With companies striving to minimize lost
Richard Kennedy launched Midwest Specialties, Inc., in 1971 as a government contracting manufacturing business. He designed and built a tapping arm to increase speed and
