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Demystifying Overmolding: A New Approach with the APSX-PIM
Demystifying Overmolding: A New Approach with the APSX-PIM
The APSX-PIM suggests using magnets behind the mold to hold the overmolded metals. The user can place the metal parts in specifically designed slots because the magnets behind them are strong enough to hold them precisely.
5 Tips for Swiss CNC Lathe Operators
5 Tips for Swiss CNC Lathe Operators
Running a Swiss-type isn’t the same as running a traditional lathe. Here are a few tips for Swiss CNC operators.
Discover APSX Machines: COMPACT
Discover APSX Machines: COMPACT
Discover the compact APSX Machines, designed to minimize risk, waste, and costs while maximizing precision, adaptability, and speed.
How to Take Control of Your Production and Eliminate Long Lead Times
How to Take Control of Your Production and Eliminate Long Lead Times
Be proactive and take control of your production by investing in your own production equipment to eliminate the long lead times and high minimum order quantities dictated by the manufacturing vendors.
The Best Desktop Injection Molding Machines of 2023
The Best Desktop Injection Molding Machines of 2023
We like to emphasize the importance of the availability, manufacturing and service locations, multiple years of sales history, and proven machine specs for these machines. APSX has sold thousands of these little powerhouses worldwide.
Sustainable Production by APSX Machines
Sustainable Production by APSX Machines
Sustainable practices support ecological, human, and economic health and vitality.
What is CNC Machining?
What is CNC Machining?

“What does CNC stand for?”

The name “CNC” stands for Computer Numerical Control. CNC machining is a process using computer numerical control (CNC) machines. They can be the tools such as mills and lathes guided by computer instructions that control the instruments.  

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WHAT is CNC Swiss Machining?
WHAT is CNC Swiss Machining?

The key to CNC Swiss turning is adding a bar feeder that spins the round bar and slides and feeds through the guide bushing in the Z-axis direction.

As a mini CNC Swiss lathe, the APSX-NANO has a max capacity of 20 inches long bar stock at a time. These machines provide stationary support fo...

Make your first test part with the APSX-PIM test mold
Once you place the machine in its place, you can use the APSX-PIM and the "test mold" installed on it.
How to switch from 3D printing to injection molding

3D printing has been an awesome way of creating products in recent years. We, as a company, used 3D printers to create prototypes from time to time. However, like any other current technology, 3D printing also has limits if your goal changes over time. For example, if you want to make more parts in ...