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  1. jhartsock3

    Starting a precision cnc machining business

    I would suggest a two step process that has worked for a couple of the people I have worked for. Don't worry about the equipment right away worry about the customer. By that I mean find a couple of shops that if you get the customer you can far the work to. As you grow your customer base you...
  2. jhartsock3

    Machine Shop Class/Training

    I took classes at Ivy tech Indianapolis. I would definetly check trade schools. But 90 percent of what I know was trial and error and very knowledgable co-workers. I'm not sure you can learn very much in a week. I would how ever if you already have a machine in your shop check with the maker...
  3. jhartsock3

    Deep hole drilling

    If you do go with the allied wich we use to use on mazak all the time. You might have a coolant issue not quite sure of your machine if you have through coolant as for diamter and depth. We always started with a center drill and rammed the drill in they are good drills but pron t vibration and...
  4. jhartsock3

    cutting aluminium

    The I would agree with most about the feed and speeds. And that on aluminum you must use coolant. I have had the best luck with water souluable coolants. But I would suggest that you talk to your local tool rep. and make sure that you are using tooling designed for aluminum. A lot of times...
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