During the summer months we find ourselves searching for a cool place to lounge around hoping to escape the heat. In the winter we look to stay warm by the fire. Fortunately, at Tamshell, our 20,000 sq. Ft facility is temperature-controlled year round. This is not only for our employees but for the parts we machine as well. Yes that’s right, the parts we machine can be sensitive to […]
When considering acetal material for your design, it is important to understand the different properties each grade poses. The DNA Makes All the Difference There are two basic grades of acetal available for machining; homopolymer acetal most commonly known as Delrin®, a registered trademark of Dupont™ (Dupont™ is the only manufacturer of homopolymer acetal resin) […]
This blog is dedicated to providing engineers design tips from a machinist perspective. These key components can help you and your team save time and money on you next project. The Design Process This is the most crucial part of the process where all considerations need to be taken into account. Saving time and money […]
Whether you’re an engineer looking to create your first prototype or a company who regularly orders high volumes, choosing the right process for your design can be challenging when presented with so many options. The most common methods for plastic fabrication are Injection Molding and CNC Machining. There are several factors you can take into […]
In the world of CNC machining, there are two types of machine shops, precision or conventional. Take a look at the differences between each of the machine shops below. Conventional CNC Machine Shop A traditional machine shop offers conventional machining services. Manufacturing common parts with open tolerances for non-critical applications, requiring basic conventional and CNC […]