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Anne Winslow

Anne Winslow is a Marketing Manager at Machinery Marketing International (MMI). Experienced in digital marketing communications in the manufacturing and machining industries, she brings a wealth of insight to the MMI CNC machining blog.
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Whether you are new to online machinery auctions or just new to MMI-Auction.com, it’s nice to know how the process works. We’ve created an illustrated outline of the below. Still have questions? Contact us at ...

CNC Jig Boring Machines

by Anne Winslow on 12/15/14 1:20 PM

 CNC Jig Boring Machines are used for precision machining in industries including aerospace, tool and die making, and performance automotive. These machines are rigid enough for heavy cuts, and they can produce detailed...

T aiwanese manufacturer You Ji isn’t quite a household name the United States, but their reputation for quality and value is growing among users of their heavy-duty precision machinery. The company manufactures horizontal...

Orders are on the rise at many machine shops serving oilfield and gas producers, but there's no telling how long the good times will last in the unpredictable energy industry. Shop owners must balance the benefits of...

UPDATE: We recently put together a updated infographic on the pros and cons of Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers.

Your machine shop is ready to expand. Wonderful!  Should you add another vertical machining center...

Congratulations! You did your homework and found the right used CNC machine for your expanding business, you secured financing, placed the winning bid at auction, and sent in payment. Now it’s time to bring your machine...

While it's possible to manufacture metal parts using 3D printing, the technology lags behind its polymer counterparts. With that in mind, do you agree with this statement from Local Motors, posted at IMTS 2014? Will 3D...