Category : Press Release

Bar Feed Vs Slug feed

• February 24, 2023

The main difference between a bar feed and a slug is the material used. A bar feed is a long metal bar that is fed into a machine to be machined into a specific shape or size. A slug is a solid piece of material that is fed into a machine and then machined into a specific shape or size. The cost of a bar feed is typically less than that of a slug and is often used when a large number of parts are needed. The cost of a slug is typically more than that of a bar feed, but it is often the preferred option for higher precision and more intricate parts.

Two turning centers are better then one

• April 6, 2022

Charlotte, NC – The Muratec High-Production Turning Cell seamlessly combines two Muratec twin-spindle turning centers with an integrated raw-parts feeder system, transfer/turn-around unit, and Post Process Gauge (PPG) in a single linear layout. This modified configuration will allow you to increase throughput of parts with the added benefit of cost, space, and manpower savings. At…