Probing Techniques for Accurate Machining on your Tormach CNC

Probing is an essential tool for CNC machining, offering precision and efficiency when setting work offsets. Tormach’s three-axis mills, including the 1500MX, come equipped with versatile probing options, from wireless probes to wired passive and active probes. This guide provides an overview of these capabilities and step-by-step instructions for utilizing various probing routines to maximize your machining workflow.

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Getting Started with Your xsTECH (Part 2): Using the Electronic Tool Setter

The xsTECH, powered by Tormach's PathPilot® software, is a versatile CNC machine perfect for classroom settings. In Part 2 of our three-part series,Domenic Giunta, Tormach EDU sales advisor, guides us through the setup and use of the electronic tool setter (ETS). This tool streamlines the process of calibrating tools, ensuring precision and efficiency for educators and students alike.

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Getting Started with Your xsTECH (Part 3): Establishing Origins

The final installment of our three-part series on Tormach’s xsTECH focuses on one of the most critical aspects of CNC machining: setting up origins. Domenic Giunta, Tormach EDU sales advisor, walks us through the process of establishing the X, Y, and Z origins using both a manual feeler gauge and the electronic tool setter (ETS). Accurate origin setup ensures your machine understands where to start, providing precision and efficiency for your classroom projects.

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Getting Started with Your xsTECH (Part 1): Classroom Setup Guide

If you’re an educator introducing CNC machining into your classroom, Tormach’s xsTECH is a powerful, user-friendly option to engage students in hands-on technical learning. Powered by PathPilot®, Tormach’s intuitive CNC control software, the xsTECH offers lifetime updates and a host of features designed to simplify classroom setup and machining operations. In this first installment of a three-part series, Domenic Giunta, Tormach EDU sales advisor, walks us through the initial steps to set up the xsTECH, providing tips to help educators get started with confidence.

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How a Rigging Company Can Help with Your 1500MX CNC Mill Delivery

When it comes to getting a new CNC machine delivered to your shop, the process can feel overwhelming, especially for first-timers. To help demystify this experience, Tom Zelickman, Tormach Product Manager, documented the delivery of his 1500MX CNC mill to his shop. Tom’s insights and tips highlight the benefits of using a professional rigging company for this important task.

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Agility Forge: Ohio State’s Breakthrough in Robotic Blacksmithing

The Ohio State University is leading a transformative shift in manufacturing with its Agility Forge project, developed under the NSF-funded HAMMER (Hybrid Autonomous Manufacturing: Moving from Evolution to Revolution) Research Center. Combining robotics, blacksmithing, and advanced manufacturing processes, this innovative project is redefining how metal components are designed and produced.

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