An indexing rotary table, also known as an indexing table, is a tool used to quickly and precisely rotate a workpiece so that a new edge is exposed for cutting. Among other things, indexing makes it possible to accurately manufacture large quantities of identical, interchangeable parts in a cost-effective manner. When you decide to invest […]
What Are Indexing Tables & How Do They Work?
An indexing table is a rotary table device that uses indexing to position a workpiece. CNC indexing tables are invaluable in milling and other industrial processes that require high precision cutting and shaping. They have a wide range of applications, including machining, positioning, inspection, and automation. How Do Indexing Tables Work? In manufacturing, indexing is […]
What to Consider When Buying a Bar Feeder
If you’re looking for cost-effective ways to increase the productivity of your CNC operations — and who isn’t — a bar feeder may be just the solution you’re looking for. While automatic CNC bar feeders aren’t a necessity, they’ll sure make things easier for your machinists. Bar feeders provide a simple, dependable means of automatically […]
How Is a Tailstock Important to the CNC Machining Process?
Is a tailstock necessary when using a CNC lathe to machine a workpiece? The answer depends on the length of the piece. You can get by machining short-length pieces without a tailstock. However, a tailstock is vital to the CNC machining process to ensure accurately machining long, slender pieces — such as a rifle barrel […]
The Kaizen Approach to Clean Shop Air
Let’s start this off with a question for everyone who is reading this. Do you remember what Kaizen means? In Japanese “kai” means change and “zen” means better. In English “Kaizen” is typically used and applied towards the process of continuous improvement. Today, companies truly believing in the Kaizen approach to manufacturing are not only […]
Tips for Choosing a Machine Tools Accessories Company
The machinery used in industrial settings comes with a vast amount of accessories and parts. These parts need to be replaced from time to time, not to mention upgrades and additions. It’s important to buy your parts from a quality machine tools accessories company. But how do you choose the right one? It can be […]
TJR Rotary Table Price for Pneumatic & Hydraulic Tables
CNC Indexing has both pneumatic and hydraulic tables in stock for immediate delivery! Looking for a TJR rotary table price? We have a range of cost-effective options to suit your needs! Pneumatic Series TJR Rotary Tables For TJR’s pneumatic series of rotary tables, prices start at $5,685. The AR Series is offered in both right […]
Machine Tools Accessories Your Job Shop Needs
Machine tools accessories have a huge impact on the overall performance of manufacturing machines. Cutting and shaping metals and other hard materials often involves boring, shearing, grinding and other deformation techniques. Machine tools accessories are used to fine-tune these processes by improving or maintaining the performance of the main equipment. Machine tools can be customized […]
Celebrating The Manufacturing Industry
On the first Friday of October every year, individuals, schools and businesses across the United States celebrate the history and future of the manufacturing industry. October 4th is Manufacturing Day, also known as MFG Day. The mission of Manufacturing Day is to clear up some common misconceptions about American manufacturing, improve the skilled labor workforce, […]
TJR AR-5C Collet Rotary Table – An Affordable Alternative to 3- or 4-Jaw Chucks
When your workpieces require the use of 5C collets, the TJR AR-5C Pneumatic Collet Rotary Table from CNC Indexing & Feeding Technologies is an affordable alternative to 3- or 4-jaw chucks. Features of the AR-5C Collet Rotary Table Offered in both Right Handed and Left Handed motor mount configurations, this unit employs a pneumatic brake […]