Advancing Automation and Robotics in Deep Hole Drilling/Gun Drilling Processes
When it comes to precision engineering, deep hole drilling and gun drilling stand out as processes that demand not only expertise but also a…
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A Century of Innovation: Explore The Fascinating World of Deep Hole Drilling Technology
Deep hole drilling is a technique that creates holes up to 200 times longer than their diameter. Originating from the era of World War…
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Watch Gun Drill Automation Cell LIVE Demo at IMTS 2022 in Booth #338519
Absolute Machine Tools will demonstrate an automated gun barrel cell at IMTS 2022 in Booth #338519! This cell consists of a Precihole GVN Series…
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Absolute Machine Tools Joins National Shooting Sports Foundation
Absolute Machine Tools is pleased to announce that we’ve joined the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). This industry trade association boasts more than 8,000…
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What is Button Rifling?
In button rifling, the “button” is actually a tool made of tungsten carbide. It is essentially a negative image of the barrel, i.e. the…
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Skiving and Roller Burnishing: the Process and Why Is It Necessary?
Precision is the cornerstone of manufacturing cylindrical components such as hydraulic cylinders, pistons, and shafts. Skiving and roller burnishing are critical processes that ensure…
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Revolutionizing Medical Implant Manufacturing with Precihole’s GVN06 Micro Gun Drilling Machine
Precision is not just a requirement in medical implant manufacturing, it’s the lifeline that bridges innovative design with life-saving functionality. The transition from manual…
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What is Vertical and Horizontal Honing and How Does it Relate to Making a Gun Barrel?
In the world of precision manufacturing, vertical and horizontal honing processes play a critical role in creating some of the most intricate and vital…
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The Role of Facing and Chamfering Operations in Firearms Manufacturing
Facing and chamfering are cornerstone machining operations in firearms manufacturing, shaping the accuracy and functionality of barrels and other cylindrical components. Precihole Machine Tools…
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Advantages of Micro Gun Drilling in the Medical Industry
The journey of medical devices is a fascinating tale that begins thousands of years ago. Archaeologists have found prosthetics such as the Greville Chester…
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From Gun Drilling to BTA: The Fundamentals of Deep Hole Drilling
Deep hole drilling is a machining process that revolutionized the manufacturing industry after World War I. Originally developed for making gun barrels, this technology…
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What Is Pull Reaming and How Does It Relate to Making a Gun Barrel?
After World War I, the only method used to make a hole in a gun barrel or tube was to deep hole drill it…
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Barrel Rifling Processes Explained: Broach, Cut and Button
Every weapon that has a barrel needs to be rifled in some way. The precision of a barrel’s rifling is pivotal in defining its…
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What Is Trepanning: Exploring the Magic Behind Large-Diameter Hole Creation
At its core, trepanning involves creating large holes in metal components. But it’s not just any hole-making process. What sets trepanning apart is the…
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The Future of Medical Device Manufacturing with Precihole’s GVN06 Micro Gun Drilling Machine
In medical manufacturing, precision and innovation are not just aspirations; they are prerequisites for success. As medical devices become increasingly sophisticated, the demand for…
