“A friend in Connecticut told me about a CNC machine in his shop that was simple, easy to program and set-up, run and verify tools of all types,” recalled Brendan Slabe, an Ohio machine shop owner.

Across industry, where numerous applications require strong but light-weight materials, aluminium and its alloys are often the metals of choice. Not only does aluminium exhibit excellent ...

In this project, I tackle my fear of using the Bridgeport and South Bend Lathe by creating a T-track stop block. Join me as I show how to overcome hesitation in trying new machining tools while making ...