The CNC mill is the foundation of most modern machine shops, and it’s usually the tool with the most demands competing for its time. This means making tough choices when small-volume parts are needed.

So, you’re trying to figure out if you should use 3D metal printing or CNC machining for your project, huh? It’s a common ...

Woodworking is evolving fast as makers blend CNC machining and 3D printing to push design boundaries. From custom jigs to intricate inlays, digital fabrication tools are enabling precision, speed, and ...

[Allted] has designed a CNC machine that you can print yourself; adding conduit, bearings, and the standard vitamins to bring it to life. The CNC machine uses a mechanical design similar to an ...

One of the original ideas behind the RepRap project was for the machines to create their own upgrades. That philosophy is shining brightly in [Ivan Miranda] CNC milling machine project, which has been ...

Hybrid manufacturing systems like DMG Mori's Lasertec 65 DED hybrid are starting to pop up here and there with the ability both to add metal via laser deposition 3D printing, and to subtract it via ...

DALE, Ind. - After an extensive development program, Thermwood Corporation has announced it is now offering a line of Additive Manufacturing Systems for the production of large to very large ...

Desktop cnc cutting machines are following the same path as 3d printers, and might just be reaching the point where one could be useful in a development lab. Suitable hardware is only half the battle, ...

With the new year still unfolding, observant manufacturers will want to keep an eye on the world of CNC machining, to be ready for and take advantage of the important developments emerging now. Here’s ...

It seemed like science fiction not too long ago, but 3D printing is increasingly common for DIY auto repair. Here's what has ...