Here’s to all the great men and women who operate CNC milling machines! Tangible appreciates all machinists for their contributions to the manufacturing industry. Machinist’s Day August 23, 2021 #MachinistsDay#AdditiveManufacturing
The machinists forging a brave new world in 3D printing article focuses on the aerospace industry, but the information is intriguing and holds true of the amazing machinists in the orthopedic industry as well. https://t.co/eDRLzsRkut #3Dprinting#MachinistsDay
Advice for new or aspiring machinists from Jeremy, Tangible machinist: “If you are new to machining, there will be a lot of information to take in quickly. Attention to detail is huge for the quality of the product and for your safety.#AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
Josh will soon have an Associate’s degree in CNC machining from Sinclair. He has been here the longest, progressing from an AM Tech to a knowledgeable machinist with expertise in using CAM software for creating new programs. #AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
Brendan is the newest machinist at Tangible. He's adapted quickly to the machines used and AM processes. "Everything we do has the potential to benefit someone's quality of life." His continued progress and great attitude makes for a promising future. #MachinistsDay
Tangible CNC milling machines move along multiple axes (5-Axis or 3-Axis) and create precision slots, holes and details in orthopedic implants. Machines are incredibly precise and accommodate highly detailed sizes and shapes. #AdditiveManufacturing#3Dprinting#MachinistsDay
The Wire EDM moves along four independent axes to generate taper cuts. There is no direct contact between the wire and the workpiece which allows for machining without causing any distortion, protecting the shape of the Titanium part. #AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
CNC machinists create tools and parts from metal, plastic and other materials. Tangible machinists work exclusively with Titanium to make orthopedic implants. Our next four posts will detail equipment used by Tangible machinists. #AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
Tangible machinists, or CNC (computer numeric controlled) machinists set up projects and machines and conduct first part inspections on Tangible products. On-time delivery being a core Tangible value, these dedicated machinists deliver. #AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
Poll Answer: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, OH is in the top 5 states for employing machinists, ranking fourth with 23,740 individuals employed in the profession. Other top five states are CA, IL, TX and MI. #AdditiveManufacturing#3Dprinting#MachinistsDay
Early Machine Tools
In 1775, John Wilkinson’s boring machine was the solution to accurately boring cylinders for steam engines and widely considered the first machine tool. Read about the history of CNC machining https://t.co/stEds9tUpB #AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
August recognizes machinists, honoring the first known machinist, Vetter Von Brattonberg, born on August 23rd, 1431 in Bavaria. Tangible will feature posts introducing our machinists and their invaluable role in additive manufacturing. #AdditiveManufacturing#MachinistsDay
Additive benefits for the medical industry include: design freedom; flexibility to customize implants for patient needs, achieve desired mechanical properties, add features to increase functionality and effectiveness. What are your favorite AM benefits? #AdditiveManufacturing
7/9 Survey Results
A majority selected B as Tangible parts. One respondent said “A pity that poor surface quality is often sold as "good for osseointegration". Surface roughness should be by design, not by accident.” B is correct! #AdditiveManufacturing#3Dprinting#orthopedic