Starrett AVX550 Multi-Sensor Vision System
Using a single system, production parts can be examined on the shop floor or in the QC lab on macro and micro levels as one comprehensive process.
Customer Service in a Crisis
The world is collectively trying to manage a health crisis, and families and businesses are suffering. Quality customer service has never been more important to your business. Your customers need to feel taken care of, now more than ever. Unlike events that affect a single customer, a crisis affects many, if not all of
Mahr’s MarSurf M 310 Mobile Surface Measurement System
The successor to the popular MarSurf M 300, the all-new M 310 brings ease-of-use to new levels with a large, illuminated, rotatable 4.3” high-resolution touch screen built right into the unit.
Procharged 6.4L Powerstroke Engine
Cass Choate is not a person who can just sweep a problem under the rug. He’s a guy who needs to find a fix and a solution for that problem. Enter one of the diesel world’s biggest problems, the 6.4L Powerstroke. Choate Engineering Performance created a hybrid 6.0L/6.4L with a Procharger and nitrous. Find out what went into the build!
Edelbrock-Musi 555 cid Big Block Chevy
Pat Musi Racing Engines, in conjunction with Edelbrock, recently announced they’d be building a series of 555 cid big block Chevy engines, which are much more attainable than Musi’s typical drag race set ups for PDRA or NHRA. The engine, being called the Edelbrock-Musi 555, comes in three different configurations. Find out what goes into these high-horsepower engines.
G&R Diesel – Engine Builder Profile
G&R Diesel first opened in 2008 working on class 8 trucks, but with a strong market and the growing popularity of diesel pickup trucks, it wasn’t long until they added diesel performance to their list of services.
Dissecting a Diesel
From the oil pan to the valve cover and every part in between, this D&J Precision Machine Executioner Cummins diesel engine was 100% designed and manufactured in the D&J facility here in Ohio.
Starrett High Throughput Rotary Table Springs Force Tester
The L.S. Starrett Company, a global manufacturer of precision hand tools/gauges, a broad range of force testing, metrology equipment, and more, has introduced a newly designed Rotary Table Springs Force Tester. The system is setup to test multiple springs in a single setup without the need for additional operator input as required when springs are
Electronic Fuel Injection for the Masses
There’s no way to sugar coat it. Unless you’ve got a rock-solid niche business in building vintage engines, chances are you’ll need to become an expert with EFI products and how to tune engines with these systems.
Methods 5-Axis Bridge-Type Machining Center
Each machine is made to Methods’ design and engineering standards and is fully backed by Methods industry-leading service and support.
Methods Machine Tools’ Nakamura-Tome MX-100 Multitasking Machining Center
The new multitasking turning center is equipped with a powerful 15 HP upper tool spindle with 20,000 rpm and turning capability. A 8,000 rpm milling turret offers 12 tool stations with 24 indexing positions.
Forging a Stronger Piston: Aligned Grain Flow Technology
Forged pistons have been made in the same way for decades, with differences in machining differentiating one supplier’s product from another. But now, a new development called Aligned Grain Flow Technology (AFT) provides a breakthrough for additional strength without additional mass. After several years of experimentation and development by JE Pistons’ Advanced Product Development group,
Lubrication Specialties Names Nikki Stoughton Director of Marketing
LSI President Brett Tennar recently announced the appointment of Nikki Stoughton as the company’s new director of marketing.
Holley EFI Training Dates Announced for 2020
Holley’s factory training courses are back in 2020 with an updated curriculum to stay current with Holley EFI system updates. These factory direct training classes provide a unique opportunity to get advanced training and technical experience with Holley EFI directly from the people who developed the products.
Higher Revving Education
We’ve all seen the ads in magazines and online for schools, classes and seminars on tuning an ever-increasing number of engines and even transmissions in today’s cars and trucks. The better ones will include the use of a chassis dyno to show real-time results of the step-by-step methods they teach.
MSD 8 Channel Pro 600 CDI
Holley has announced the MSD PRO 600 CDI, an innovative eight-channel capacitive-discharge ignition developed specifically for high-horsepower applications with extreme cylinder pressure and coil-near-plug engine-management systems.
Transtar Announces its Transend Technology
Transtar Industries, a leading distributor of automotive aftermarket transmission and driveline parts, has set the industry standard for ecommerce with the continued improvement of transend, an exclusive technology that allows customers to easily browse and purchase products.
Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions’ CNC Facility Goes Paperless with ProShop
ProShop is playing a vital role at Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions (RYMS). RYMS is utilizing ProShop’s vast experience and module-built Digital Manufacturing Eco System to help expand and connect its growing facility. The turn-key software brings the tools of ERP, MES, and QMS together to make one complete robust package.
Starrett Expands Hardness Testing Line
The L.S. Starrett Co. has significantly expanded its line of Benchtop Hardness Testers, adding seven Rockwell systems, eight Vickers systems and one Brinell system – a total of 16 new testers.
CNC Machine Centers
One curious fact that caught our eye in the latest Machine Shop Market Profile, published in June, was that 41% of readers – engine builders – don’t use a computer to run their shop. This begs the question: if you don’t use a computer for basic bookkeeping, are you using one for machining?
