The Center for Manufacturing Advancement (CMA) at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) explores and helps industry implement specialized subtractive machining strategies for components that are produced through additive manufacturing. With experienced machinists and a litany of high-end equipment, the CNC Machining Innovation Lab helps our clients and partners develop optimized final machining strategies.
With the evolution of additive technologies, printing components of all shapes and sizes is becoming increasingly feasible. However, the final machining step remains crucial, especially for components with high tolerances. The CMA provides specific strategies and recommendations for machining processes and techniques specific to parts produced with 3D printing technologies.
We study and implement best practices on variables such as
- Tool path
- Fixture
- Tool Holding
- Fluids
- Coolant
- A Convener of Technology
The CMA at IALR is positioned to connect innovative technology and reputable industry leaders to solve problems. We bring everyone to the table to help our clients and partners develop the most effective machining strategies for additively produced components.
We convene tooling suppliers, work-holding suppliers, coolant suppliers and other experts to provide the most effective machining optimization strategies for additive parts.
Companies looking for expert support in the development of proper tooling and application of machining strategies for additively manufactured components can rely on the CMA.
The CMA empowers industry to seamlessly integrate emerging technology into their manufacturing processes and provides testing, machining and measurement services.
