Machining for Dummies - by Kip Hanson (Paperback)

About the Book

"This hands-on guide begins with basic topics like tools, work holding, and ancillary equipment, then goes into drilling, milling, turning, and other necessary metalworking processes. You'll also learn about robotics and new developments in machining technology that are driving the future of manufacturing and the machining market"--Amazon.com.

Book Synopsis

Start a successful career in machining

Metalworking is an exciting field that's currently experiencing a shortage of qualified machinists--and there's no time like the present to capitalize on the recent surge in manufacturing and production opportunities. Covering everything from lathe operation to actual CNC programming, Machining For Dummies provides you with everything it takes to make a career for yourself as a skilled machinist.

Written by an expert offering real-world advice based on experience in the industry, this hands-on guide begins with basic topics like tools, work holding, and ancillary equipment, then goes into drilling, milling, turning, and other necessary metalworking processes. You'll also learn about robotics and new developments in machining technology that are driving the future of manufacturing and the machining market.

• Be profitable in today's competitive manufacturing environment
• Set up and operate a variety of computer-controlled and mechanically controlled machines
• Produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools
• Become a part of an industry that's experiencing steady growth

Manufacturing is the backbone of America, and this no-nonsense guide will provide you with valuable information to help you get a foot in the door as a machinist.

From the Back Cover

• Learn machine tools and metalworking processes
• CNC programming, robotics, and the IIoT
• Be profitable in today's manufacturing environment

Start a career in machining

Manufacturing is the backbone of America, and the need for skilled machinists is on the rise. Packed with real-world advice from an expert who has made a profitable career in the industry, this book covers everything from the basics of working with tools to the most detailed metalworking processes. Whether you're looking for a career in manufacturing or just want to know more about it, this no-nonsense guide provides invaluable information on the tools of the trade.

Inside...

• Meet the forgotten founders of manufacturing
• Drill into milling, turning, and holemaking
• Operate a variety of computer- controlled machine tools
• Learn about automation and software
• Produce precision-machined parts

About the Author

Kip Hanson finished school in 1979 and got a job at a small machine shop in Minneapolis. Over the next thirty years, he worked his way up and eventually moved into manufacturing consulting and freelance writing. Today he has nearly 600 published articles across dozens of magazines and websites, covering everything from machinery and tooling to metrology and 3D printing.