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May 13, 2026 - Volume 20 Issue 05
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CNC machining offers major gains in precision and productivity, but many manufacturers struggle to see ROI because they underestimate the transition. The problem isn't the machine -- it's how it’s implemented. Chip Martin, Product Manager at Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, explains how success comes from a strategic approach that aligns technology, workflows, and people to fully realize CNC's potential.
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Automation in manufacturing is rapidly evolving, and technologies like AV&R's BF-X 200-c robotic cell demonstrate how advanced systems can transform not only specialized industries but also a wide range of general machine shops. While originally designed for high-precision applications such as aerospace components and medical parts, the underlying capabilities of this system make it highly adaptable for broader use across many manufacturing environments.
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  US Factory Orders Surge to $681 Million Despite Global Conflict
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  Hwacheon i2 Combines Precision Milling and Turning in a Single Cell
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