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better production Shops Using Technology Superior Tool and Mold specializes in the design and build of injection molds for automotive parts such as this Solstice back panel (left) and applique shifter bezel (right). FIVE STEADY RESTS. ONE STOP. LNS offers four models of Steady Rest-based automatic workholding systems plus manual units that cover virtually any application. Each can be custom-designed for your specifc requirements: • SLU Standard Steady Rests are multi-purpose, available with manual or automatic lubrication, and include side cylinder models for tight clearances. • SR Premium Steady Rests have a fully sealed body and hardened arms for greater durability. They also provide through-coolant ports on all three arms. • K Steady Rests have a compact design that allows large part clamping in smaller machine envelopes and provide coolant delivery through the outer arms. • KLU Steady Rests have narrow arms for use in grooves or short clamping diameters, and provide coolant delivery through the outer arms. • Manual Steady Rests can be custom designed to maximum capacity. LNS is your one-stop shop for machine tool peripherals including high-performance automatic work holding systems that combine world-class Steady Rests with LNS application knowledge, design engineering and expert installation. To learn more contact Ed Peter: epeter@LNSamerica.com FEED IT. HOLD IT. COOL IT. MOVE IT. CLEAN IT. LNS America, Inc. 513-528-5674 sales@Insamerica.com www.LNS-america.com 140 MMS September 2013 mmsonline.com software enables experienced users to set up templates for less-experienced operators to save time and reduce errors on future programs. Also, full-process computer simulation helps prevent mistakes on the shop floor. "It was a learning curve on the machining, but we had in-depth training through Delcam, and within days we were confident that we could replicate what we were doing in training in the real world," Mr. Gruening says. "We're picking up work that we had to turn away," he says. Another part of the learning curve for new five-axis users is often adjusting fixturing and workholding strategies. For example, standard workholding devices generally do