“With this new 5-axis machine, we can perform further post-processing on almost all the composite components we make,” says Marcel Gillis, CEO of Refitech. “That was a long-held wish of us and our ...

Pronat Aerospace has just received its first CMS 5-axis milling machine, with an Ultrasonic head for machining of Nomex and aluminium honeycomb, to produce smoother and more intricate shapes. This ...

So you’re considering buying a 5-axis machining center? A lot of shops are moving that way these days, and for good reason. Five-axis machining is a more efficient way to produce a wide range of work, ...

To speak of the aerospace industry is to imply “precision”: One instantly thinks of beautifully engineered airliners, awe-inspiring jet fighters, and rockets to the moon and beyond. Aircrafts are ...

Shops have a lot to consider before diving into 5-axis machining. The number of shops that have caught on to the benefits of 5-axis machine tools has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. Still, ...

There are some amazing large format 5-axis machining centers on the market these days. They can machine titanium all day long and hold incredible tolerances. The problem is that you may have to spend ...