The digital fabrication industry continues to grow, and there's no better time to be a maker. Much has been written about 3D printing, but many DIYers have found more practical uses for CNC routers ...

I'm just curious, since I was doing some net searching, and you can buy a miniature lathe, great for small projects, for well under $1000, and for non-CNC miniature lathes, you can get one for less ...

Most CNC workflows start with a 3D model, which is then passed to CAM software to be converted into the G-code language that CNC machines love and understand. G-code, however, is simple enough that ...

HEIDENHAIN is a world-leading provider of encoders, machine controls, touch probes, digital readouts and metrology solutions—empowering engineer...READ MORE Steve Pinto on the shop floor of ...

Are your cuts lacking that high-quality finish you were hoping for, even though you’re using the right tools and hold-down system? If the answer is yes, then you may need to examine the way you’re ...

There are a lot of different kinds of power tools out there for woodworkers who want to amplify their skills (either professionally or as a hobby). Unfortunately, choosing the right one (especially ...

When MJC Engineering began its design of a new tube forming machine, it had an open-ended approach and that's no pun, according to Dave Grupenhagen, vice-president of sales and marketing for this ...

Maximizing return on investment (ROI) is critical for manufacturers seeking growth and sustainability. For any machining operation, computer numerical control (CNC) is a manufacturing technology with ...

Building hot rods remained basically the same for decades, with tried-and-true “old school” methods being used to create increasingly complex builds. Computers really changed the game, allowing things ...

Instructables user Ardumotive_com has published a new project that explains how to create your very own Arduino powered mini CNC plotter. The Arduino plotter can also be equipped with a Bluetooth ...

Raspberry Pi enthusiasts looking for a new project to keep them busy this weekend may be interested in a Raspberry Pi CNC plotter created by Stratos Botsaris. The code for the Raspberry Pi CNC plotter ...