An Introduction to CNC Machining and Programming (Hardcover)

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Product Description

• Presents a balanced introduction to both machining and part programming.
• Uses the reader's knowledge on conventional machines to explain the operation of CNC machining.
• Includes sufficient information to provide the theoretical knowledge and practical aspects needed to comprehend CNC machining.
• Contains a chapter on conversational and manual programming as well as computer aided part programming.
• Offers hundreds of clear illustrations to fully clarify the text.

About the Author

With more than 30 years experience in industry and education, Thomas Crandell is currently the Director of Corporate and Professional Development at the Technology Transfer Center, Ferris State University, where he is responsible for creating standup training programs and computerized training solutions for business and industry. At the university he has also been involved in the implementation of new courses on CNC machining, computer-aided drafting, computer-aided manufacturing, and computer-integrated manufacturing. During his years in industry, Crandell served as a Senior Applications Engineer and customer CNC programmer/trainer for a major machine tool builder and a senior CNC programmer for Caterpillar Tractor Company. Additionally, he was responsible for CNC processing, fixturing, tooling, programming, machine prove-out, and customer training/startup at Ex-Cell-O Corporation. He holds a B.S. in Industrial/Vocational Education and a Masters Degree in Industrial Education. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 544 pages
• Publisher: Industrial Press, Inc. (January 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0831130091
• ISBN-13: 978-0831130091
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,070,308 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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30 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars it is avery good cnc book!, December 6, 1999

By	JOSE MARTIN LARA MORALES (MÉXICO) - See all my reviews

This is a very useful book for me, reading and understanding its content I learn and improve my knowledge on the principles of C.N.C programming, machining, machine design and the definitons of the different axis and motion and how and wy are designed.It includes examples, drawings, and tools, inserts,carbide grades, cutting and feeds rates technical data and is very friendly

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A well written book, but a little outdated, November 8, 2002

By	terry (Liverpool, UK) - See all my reviews

The book covers most of the basics, but it is poorly illustrated and doesn't deal with any of the more modern advancements in CNC technology.

Recommended- P Smid, CNC Programming Handbook