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What Industries is MasterCAM Most Commonly Used In? 

NTMA Updates | August 2, 2023

MasterCAM is a widely known computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software used in the CNC machining industry. This software is designed to create precise and complex 3D models that can …

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What Industries is SOLIDWORKS Most Commonly Used In? 

Machinist Training | July 20, 2023

SolidWorks is a popular computer-aided design (CAD) software used by engineers, designers, and manufacturers to create, simulate, and manage mechanical and industrial designs. The software is widely used …

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SOLIDWORKS Acronyms to Know  

Advanced Machinist Training | March 23, 2023

In the CAD world, there are a number of terms, acronyms, and nomenclature to pick up on. Although it can be a learning curve at first, learning these …

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CNC’s Prevalence in the Aerospace and Aviation Industry

Machinist Training | March 23, 2023

In the aerospace industry, CNC machining is used to produce a wide range of components, including structural parts, engine components, and landing gear components. The aerospace industry requires …

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5 Primary uses of SOLIDWORKS in the Manufacturing Industry

Advanced Machinist Training | March 15, 2023

SOLIDWORKS is a popular CAD software used extensively in the manufacturing industry for product design and development. The software enables manufacturers to create and visualize intricate 3D models …

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Common Types of CNC Machining Acronyms to Know  

Machinist Training | March 11, 2023

Within the manufacturing industry, there has been a variety of nomenclature and terminology that’s been built out over time. Part of our Machinist Training curriculum at MCC encompasses …

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How CNC Machining and CAM Programming Work

Machinist Training | March 8, 2023

How does CNC Machining Work? As CNC machining is renowned for being one of the most high-tech manufacturing methods in the business, the very first steps towards modern-day …

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Most Common DfM for CAD Designers to Know

Advanced Machinist Training | March 1, 2023

DfM or Design for Manufacturing is a common concept we teach all of our students at MCC. Anyone can design a part in CAD Software, but it takes …

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CNC Machine Tool OEMs based in Southern California

Machinist Training | February 22, 2023

For nearly a century, California has positioned itself to be a manufacturing hub, producing goods for the US and its trade allies in numerous industries. It makes sense …

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