This guide details strategies to cut setup time for multi-feature parts, including 3D model-based design, modular fixturing, AI, digital twins, automation, and training. Backed by research and examples, it offers practical solutions for manufacturing engineers.
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines are pivotal in modern manufacturing, allowing for high precision and repeatability in the production of parts and components. One of the critical aspects of CNC machining is tolerance, which refers to the permissible limit of variation in a physical dimensio