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For many manufacturers, the first step in a machining operation is to square off the blanks before moving on to machining part features. Keeping the workpieces in a production line as similar as possible is vital, as variances in dimensions can lead to machining errors or automation failures. This is a time-consuming, but necessary process […]

TCI Precision Metals today announced the installation of a new Amada THV460, its latest addition to a growing line of precision duplex milling machines. The new THV460 joins an existing THV430 and THV800 used by TCI Precision Metals in the production of Machine-Ready Blanks. The ongoing addition of Amada mills to TCI’s shop floor improves […]

TCI Precision Metals has announced the expansion of its grinding services to meet the needs of customers wanting more value-added materials processing. Customers who have traditionally sourced materials and shipped them to and from TCI Precision Metals for specific grinding requirements can now eliminate additional in-house processing, shorten materials lead times, and increase production efficiency. […]

TCI Precision Metals, Gardena, Calif., has expanded its grinding services. The company can source materials mill-direct, precision cut oversize, then grind or mill two or six sides to close-tolerance customer specifications.By expanding its machine-ready materials processing capabilities to traditional grinding orders, the company can help customers eliminate additional in-house processes while giving them the option […]

Explore the profound impact of temperature on metal machining. From material integrity to tool lifespan, discover the role of heat in machining excellence.

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TCI Precision Metals Expands Grinding Services Meets Customer Requirements for Additional Processing TCI Precision Metals today announced the expansion of its grinding services to meet the needs of customers wanting more value-added materials processing. Customers who have traditionally sourced materials and shipped them to and from TCI Precision Metals for specific grinding requirements can now […]

Planting a positioning stake in the ground signifies who you are as a company and cements a commitment to your customers.  Manufacturing companies that do this are guided by the process and tend to be much more cohesive in how they communicate both internally and externally. Essentially, you are staking a claim about what you […]

5-axis machining is a form of automation. Traditional machining methods often involve manually operating machines, where the operator must move and adjust the workpiece and the cutting tool. This process can be time-consuming and error-prone, leading to inconsistencies and increased production costs. 5-axis machining takes automation to a higher level by introducing more advanced and […]

Discover the key differences between 6061 and 2024 aluminum precision blanks. Learn about their properties to make an informed choice for manufacturing.