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<title>A Chocoholic's Taste Of Heaven Is Just A Click Away</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:30:15 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ <p>Almost everyone knows a chocoholic. A chocoholic is a person who absolutely loves chocolate. Sure, you could treat them a simple Hershey's bar but would it be even more delightful if you'd give them the best stuff - the gourmet stuff? It would just be a simple taste of heaven wrapped in that special package.<br /><br />The love for chocolates dates back to 1502 with Columbus' final voyage to the Caribbean. Cacao beans were offered to him as a form of payment. Because he was uncertain of its worth, the Aztecs gave him a drink made out of those seeds to show its potential. They believed that this beverage was a source of energy, spiritual wisdom and an aphrodisiac, as well. They even used it to reinvigorate their warriors during battle. The bitter cacao drink was introduced to Europe and was later sweetened to cater European taste buds. It became the drink for the wealthy and the privileged. It later on became widely known throughout Europe and England.<br /><br />Today, millions of people have a soft spot for chocolates. Shopping for a chocoholic is often as enjoyable as shopping for shoes. You only want the best quality. Here are a few tips to help you shop for high-grade chocolates.<br /><br />Chocolate lovers often prefer dark chocolates over milk chocolates so try shopping for those. Dark chocolates often state their cacao percentage on its package.<br /><br />It is good if you should watch out for brands that have been guaranteed to give high quality chocolates in the market. Often, brands really do matter. It matters how these companies make their chocolates because it also determines how good their products are and how salable they are to the public. Information such as the quality of cacao beans they use and how they are roasted have an impact on the brand of chocolates you may choose.<br /><br />Giving your chocoholic recipient some variety in one package would surely offer sheer delight. A gift basket of nothing else but gourmet chocolate would be a winner. The possibilities are endless. The basket could contain plain chocolate bars, fruits dipped in chocolate, chocolate truffles, chocolates stuffed with delicious fillings and many more. Of course, you could never put away a good chocolate cake as an option, would you?<br /><br />The best news is you will not even have to leave your home to shop. With a great number of gift shops listed online, you can choose from a broad list of shops that offer you the best quality gourmet treats. One of the remarkable advantages modern telecommunications provide is the convenience of having these fabulous indulgences ordered online and have them delivered to your doorstep or your recipient's doorstep in the same quality as when you picked them yourself from the grocery store. You can browse on different sites that provide you good reviews on the quality of the product you may choose. People writing these reviews often stress on how the product was handled and how it would satisfy a chocolate lover. You can always take advantage on the information provided on those sites.</p> ]]></description>
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<title>How to Use a Pump Out Station</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Although every pump out system is different, in general the idea is the same.  For first timers, the task can seem a little daunting.  Here is what you need to know to make sure that starting with your very first time, every time is successful and easy at the pump out station.

When it is time for you to pump out your boat for the very first time, it is important to relax!  It really isnt any more difficult than pumping gasoline into your car.  However, until you feel absolutely comfortable with everything, ask for help!  Even though it isnt any more complicated than at the pump at a gas station, the machinery and the systems do vary somewhat.  For the most part, the pump out systems have simple instructions in visible places on the pump, but if not, you can always ask a manager or deck staff person to post them, or at least give you a copy.  Sometimes, depending on the place, the dock staff might pump out the tank for you.  If they do offer to do this, however, dont walk away and let them do it without you; the best way for you to learn is to be active and take part in the pump out, too.

The first thing that you are going to want to do when you are ready to pump out your boat is to unscrew the cap from your boats deck waste fitting. Take the pump out hose nozzle and insert it into your deck fitting. Sometimes, you might need an adapter to have the pieces all fit together, and marinas more than likely will have those available.  If you dont want to go hunting down adapters every time you pump out, you can also buy them in boat stores. Next, turn on the pump.  If there is a hose valve, make sure you open it to start the suctioning, or you may be there all day long, wondering why nothing is happening.

Keep an eye on the boats waste level while you are using the docks pump out system.  When no more waste is visible through your sight glass, you can then close the valve on the hose and remove it from your deck fitting.  You really should also flush your pump out hose with water for at least 15 seconds when you are done; with the valve open, submit the hose in a bucket of water to rinse the hose.  You can also rinse your boats waste tank with water, and then pump dry.

After the pump out has been done and your hose has been flushed with water, with your valve closed, make sure you either turn the pump off if it is asked of you to do so.  Some pumps are on timers so you wont need to worry about this.  Finally, make sure you replace your deck fitting cap, and you are good to go!  It only takes a few little steps to have success when you are at a pump out station with your boat, and remember to ask for help if you need it! ]]></description>
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<title>9 Compelling Reasons Why You Must Hold Teleseminars</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ How you spend your marketing time and money is a key decision that will determine not only your eventual success but how long it takes you to get there.
  
If you want to maximize your return on both of these precious commodities you simply must include teleseminars and/or webinars in your marketing mix.

For a start, no matter what product or service you offer, virtual seminars are the ultimate vehicle to deliver your information from the comfort of your own home or office. At the same time you can reach more people and your geographical location is not important. As long as you have a phone line and a bridge line that's all you need.  Add an internet connection as well and you have the choice of a webinar which is great if you want to include visuals and show slides or data.

But it's the added bonuses that are an automatic outcome of using this strategy that will really compel you to take action.

Take a look at these 9 compelling reasons why you must hold teleseminars

1. Create connection with your audience

Teleseminars are an interactive medium that put you in the drivers seat. Whether you are the host presenter or guest presenter you can deliver information to your audience and have a two way dialogue. You can mute the whole call and open the line for questions along the way, or leave the lines open the choice is yours. Either way your audience will have the opportunity to talk with you and experience a more personal connection.

2. Demonstrate your expertise

Whether you are the host presenter or a guest presenter, you will be in the spotlight and be able to demonstrate your expertise to your chosen audience. They will be on the call because they are motivated to hear what you have to say and that's a marketer's dream.

3. Raise your credibility

You will naturally raise your level of credibility by using teleseminars. Once again whether you are the host or guest presenter, you'll be seen as a credible source of information when you deliver it live, to a participating audience.
 
4. Build your list

If for no other reason you will want to use teleseminars as a list building strategy. By inviting other experts as guests on your call or appearing as a guest expert on their call you can quickly reach new audiences and attract new members to expand your tribe or list.  
 
5. Create information product content

One of the quickest and simplest ways to create new information products or content for your newsletter or blog is to record your teleseminar. Using your free bridgeline features or a paid service like Audio Acrobat you can capture every word.  The audio becomes an MP3 file that you can transcribe or produce as a CD. Then you'll have all the elements you need to re-purpose your material in a number of different ways to truly leverage your time.
  
6. Expand your peer network 

Whether you're inviting guest speakers or seeking speaking opportunities you will be networking with your peers and building strong relationships. This network is as vital as your client list to grow your business. Many Joint Venture opportunities begin as an invitation to team up on a teleseminar.
 
7. Educate your clients and potential clients

An underrated outcome of holding teleseminars is that you get to educate your audience about what and how to think about your subject. You set the agenda.  So you are in control of the topic, the content and the details of the information. This is a powerful marketing concept that's deceptively simple.

8. Increase your profile and authority

Be prepared to be noticed. Your public image and profile will be enhanced as you become a sought after authority on your subject. Clients and colleagues alike will talk about you, tweet and blog about you as well as send invitations to others to recommend you.  Holding seminars, real or virtual, will raise your status. 

9. Produce bonus material

By recording the teleseminar you have an item that you can give as a bonus to your potential clients or current clients to introduce or reward them.   Or give the recording to your guest presenter and other entrepreneurs to bundle as a bonus with their products which will expand your reach to new markets.

So you can see, there are so many rewarding reasons to hold teleseminars that you simply must have them in your strategic arsenal. Bottom line is you will leverage your time and make more money while building a strong foundation for continued expansion of your business. ]]></description>
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<title>The Automatic Lathe From Ancient Egypt To Today</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In the manufacturing industry there are many machines that come in handy during the manufacturing process. Machines such as drills, grinders, conveyors and air compressors all have their specific purpose. No matter the function of a specific machine, each piece of equipment relies on each other to perform properly and get the job done. If there is a specific piece of machinery not functioning properly it can cause the entire process to come to a stand still until that one machine is repaired. 

While most pieces of machinery have a specific purpose, there are machines out there that have multiple functions. A machine such as the automatic lathe serves multiple purposes and is one of the most diverse pieces of machinery.

Automatic lathes serve as spinning machine tools that rotate a piece of material to perform different functions. These functions include sanding, cutting, deformation and drilling. A tool is applied to the spinning equipment to form a symmetrical object on a rotating axis by sanding, cutting or performing any of the other functions a lathe is capable of. Because of its multiple functions, lathes are capable of producing a diverse compilation of products. These products include baseball bats, dining room table and chair legs, wooden bowls, pool table cue sticks and crankshafts. In addition, many lathes are able to be used to shape pottery as well.

Lathes were first reported as being used as early as 1300 BC in Egypt. The Egyptians created a two person lathe where one person would be in charge of turning the wood piece with a rope and the other person used a sharp tool to cut shapes into the wood. The lathe went through many different transformations and additions such as the addition of a pedal to replace the hand-operated turning. It wasn't until the industrial revolution that the automatic lathe was invented by adding a motor that increased the speed of the rotation and allowed the operator to fully concentrate on working with the tool as opposed to turning the wheel.

Now most lathes are automatic because they are hooked up to a computer for ease of operation. Each computer-aided lathe is programmed for a certain function. If the lathe is operated in a furniture manufacturing facility, it would be programmed to shape wood a certain way to fit with other pieces of equipment. The automatic lathe allows for mass production of certain products because more products are able to be made during a shorter period of time. In addition, it also increases productivity and cuts down on the cost of employment. Because it is computer-aided, the number of employees needed to operate it is decreased.

In addition to increased productivity and decreased costs, these instruments also provide safety to the employees that are operating them. Many computer-aided devices come equipped with safety features. For instance, if a lathe operator gets his shirt stuck in the spinning piece of equipment, the computer can detect this and automatically shut down the system. This can prevent operators from getting injuries that might have otherwise occurred if the piece of equipment was not hooked to a computer with these safety features.

Automatic lathes can also provide quality control on products. A computer allows for a product to be produced accurately and without any human-errors. It assures that every product will turn out the same. For many pieces of machinery, products have to go through a quality control test before they can be sent out of the manufacturing plant. These tests make sure that each product is up to the standards of the company and that there are no flaws. By being connected to a computer, the lathe is able to perform this operation effectively, therefore saving time and money.

The automatic lathe has gone through modifications over the years, from ancient Egypt to modern day. Though technology has advanced and made some machinery obsolete there is evidence that these will be around for centuries to come. ]]></description>
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<title>Essential Information On Used Screw Machines</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The screw machine is essential for high volume, metal-threading applications. It varies from a lathe in that the spindle on this apparatus cuts into the material without having to reverse its motion to remove the cutting tool.

While the screw is an ancient invention, the mass production of threaded parts is relatively recent. The first mechanically-cut screws arrived just over 200 years ago when Englishman Henry Maudslay cut a threaded pattern into a piece of lead on his lathe. This was most likely the first machine to have threaded parts. Without threaded parts the equipment can still get the job done, just not as efficiently. In Ancient Egypt uses for these types of machines were needed but the technology had not been invented. Experts believe the first truly elementary types in Ancient Egypt were invented by using multiple operators pulling ropes while one person would guide the part to be machined. As you can imagine, it took several years to expand upon the general idea of machining parts for mass production. 

While it took years to get interchangeable uniformity, the process of trial and error eventually made it possible. Trial and error also helped increase the safety of the operators. This development helped accelerate the industrial revolution as machine parts could be replaced faster and machined products could be made more efficiently. Also, operators were not as concerned about their safety as they had been years before. Business owners were extremely thrilled at the idea of having increased production, more efficiency, better safety, and in general lowering overhead costs. Large businesses that are still in existence today were greatly impacted by the new technology and advents during the industrial revolution.

As the screw machine helped make interchangeable parts the foundation of a mass production society, the use of it showed more and more wear over decades of use. But for equipment that cut hundreds of millions of threaded patterns over the span of several decades, used screw machines tend to hold up quite well as long as they are well-maintained.

Friction and wear are the enemies of moving parts but well-maintained equipment can run for decades. That's why it's important to look at the reputation of the maker, to see how well they have held up.

This apparatus helped the American auto manufacturing business flourish. In an online answers article, Wood credits the Spencer automatic screw machine as the forerunner of modern American equipment.

When you stop and think about the number of everyday items that are fastened together with nuts and bolts, then you see how immense the use is in manufacturing. But the countless variations of nuts and bolts that hold everything from engines to automobile frames to helicopter rotors to shafts are just part of the manufacturing story.

They also make rivets, washers, gears, pulleys, rollers and push rods along with countless other specialty-threaded items. They have helped accelerate the expansion of machined parts for every aspect of industrialized society. From transportation to textiles to building materials and much more, these devices exist for all kinds of applications.

Those who are looking for this used piece of equipment, one can usually find solid quality products at reasonable prices at liquidation sales. This is where a manufacturing firm has gone out of business and the equipment has to be sold to pay off the creditors. For US buyers, check for liquidation sales where the exchange rate is most favorable and the cost of shipping is reasonable.

Since many of the used screw machines available have been made in the USA, you should not have to deal with non-English labels. This makes the market prime for excellent deals from all over the world. So when you are in the market for any manufacturing equipment don't hesitate to look for those made in the USA. ]]></description>
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<title>Prevent Conventional And Online Plagiarism By Citing Sources</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Many writers and students use a source or reference for a piece of writing they are working on and keep the main idea of the original, thinking they are safe. In fact, this is one of the most common forms of online plagiarism. Maintaining the form of the original source is against copyright law even if the exact wording itself has been altered. 

Unfortunately, this violation is also difficult to catch without an expert plagiarism service and knowledge. It is usually left until it is too late resulting in academic violations or even jail time along with heavy fines. If you do choose to follow this type of format, protect yourself by giving credit to the original author.

Situations That Require Citation

Any time you use someone's writing as a direct source for your own work, you need to provide the original author with credit through citation. Paraphrasing the general idea of a work or taking direct quotes both require credit. Incorporating a unique concept, thought, or idea into your writing also qualifies as traditional and online plagiarism. 

Using a commonly known fact is not considered a violation by a plagiarism service or expert. This is information that is understood by a majority even if it is only in a particular industry or field. Some examples of this could include the boiling point of an element or a favorite story such as 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf.'

How To Give Credit

While the exact way to cite a source depends on the style you are writing in, the requirements of the requestor, and the format of the source itself, all of these generally contain similar information. The author's name and title of the item used almost always come first. The publishing information is also required. This might include the publisher's name or the name of the website, the date the item became live or was published, and the exact location of the portions used in your work.

To prevent online plagiarism, you may also need to provide the DOI for the piece. The International DOI Foundation assigns and manages the Digital Object Identifier as a way of tracking and identifying electronic works. The sources might be used directly in your piece by stating 'According to...' if it is a small portion and found online provided it links back to the source. Credit can also be given through an endnote system or a formal bibliography.

Benefits Of Source Citing

Using a plagiarism service and the steps taken to prevent copyright violation may seem like a nuisance at first, but the benefits make it a worthwhile investment. The most obvious is preventing the pitfalls of the violation. Showing your research can add a significant amount of importance to your piece since it demonstrates the value of your work. 

If the information you used was flawed, you will have the citation to back you up when defending the misinformation. Where citations come in particularly handy online is in the fact that your readers can follow back to the original source in order to find more information.

It is the writer's responsibility to prevent traditional and online plagiarism. Many professionals use a plagiarism service and experts to help them along the way. Being diligent in preventing it in your writing, however, is a vital step in this process. ]]></description>
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<title>Online Calendars: What Are They?</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ They are slowly catching on, but many people still haven't quite gotten the hang of them. Online or web calendars have been around for a while, but it is only just now that their potential for enhancing our lives is being explored. They help their users keep abreast of meetings, events and other relevant happenings like anniversaries and birthdays. Best of all, online calendars enable sharing of this information with many persons if needed, while also offering the ability to keep some things private.

What are Online Calendars?

These are just like any ordinary print calendars or diaries except that they are accessed online. Online calendars need web-enabled devices to be accessed, and they can also be shared with others, which is another great feature. There are now lots of online calendars to choose from. Of course, the one you decide on will be guided by your needs.

Some great features of online calendars include:

o Multiple views: You can adjust how the calendar is displayed to suit your tastes. Therefore it can display daily, weekly or monthly events.

o Online calendars can be integrated with other e-mail or e-mail-related programs, such as Outlook, Gmail and Yahoo mail.

o Once you have a web-enabled device you can have and share online calendars. That means if you use a Blackberry or any other PDA you can take advantage of the features of web-based calendars.

As to be expected, some web calendars are more advanced than others depending on the technology used. Advanced online calendars allow for viewing of events and appointments. They also enable users to add attachments if needed. Others allow users to determine which events are private (can be viewed only by specified people) and which are public. Listing recurring events is also possible so that there is no need to keep entering monthly meetings. Once the calendar is set up to keep repeating a particular event, it will do so until the feature is disabled.

Why Should I Use an Online Calendar?

There are many benefits associated with using online calendars. In today's fast-paced world, one major benefit is that they enable the sharing of calendars among associates. Online calendars are accessible anywhere as long as there is Internet available. With so many global offices, they bring everyone closer together. Online calendars are also great for posting company information and events so that everyone can see it. These handy widgets mean no more missed meetings, events and appointments.

Online calendars are not just useful for work or work-related activities and appointment planning. They are just as handy for families and friends so that you can know who is on vacation and when. They can be used to send invitations and reminders to people in your address book. Some online calendars allow recipients to respond to your invitations without having to open an account with the calendar host.

Best of all, there are lots of online calendars available and most of them are free. Some popular providers of full-service calendars are Google, Yahoo, iCalendar and vCalendar. Deciding on which one is best for your needs is easy. There are lots of reviews online that discuss the features of the more popular ones and outlining their pros and cons.

With an online calendar, you will never have to miss a date or appointment ever again. At least, you won't as long as you can connect to the Internet. Finally, with time being a scarce commodity for most people, online calendars also offer great time management benefits. ]]></description>
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<title>Keep Anonymous And Safe From Threats</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Because of all sorts of problems that exist on the Internet today, many people prefer to remain anonymous while they browse and therefore start will sometimes use a proxy site. This is understandable as websites routinely collect pieces of information about you and use it according to how they see fit. It is not just this that is a problem but you have no control over what they do with that information or what they gather specifically.  One way of remaining private from the outside world and ensuring the protection of your information is to use a proxy surf website. This means that when you decide to surf on the Internet you are no longer exposing valuable information to websites and even hackers. As hackers are becoming ever more sophisticated with their methods; using a proxy and other tools will eventually become in the norm in the future. 

The biggest mistake is assuming that the Internet is a safe place. This is far from the truth and you should consider using a proxy site amongst other things. The only way to make it safer for you to use is to take certain steps to minimise any risks. You would be surprised at how many people miss out common sense things that would save them from valuable information being stolen and prevent attacks on their computer systems. Before you start surfing the Internet, always make sure that your firewall is switched on. This will give you the basic protection needed to shake of any attempted attacks on your computer as the firewall will block any incoming data that is suspects to be a danger.

It is not just making sure your firewall is enabled that is a problem. Many people forget to have decent antivirus packages installed. If you do not have one installed, you are opening up a whole can of worms for yourself and sooner or later you will be a victim of an attack or infection. I have also seen people have fantastic antivirus product installed on their PC but do not bother to get updates for it. This means that it is ineffective to any new viruses and threats that evolve. Making sure that you get regular updates is absolutely crucial and if you do not do this then you may as well not have the antivirus product installed in the first place. Of course, the final step is to use a proxy surf website once you have established that it is trustworthy and reliable. 

If you use a proxy site then you have to make sure that it is reliable and that is not about to bombard you with virus attacks of its own. It would probably be best to a product that offers proxy services than just using a website. Products are going to be more trusting as products usually come from companies and companies are going to make sure that their products perform as well as possible to protect their reputation. I hope you can use the points outlined here and can experience safer, more anonymous browsing sessions than before and that you can find a decent proxy surf website that meets you needs. ]]></description>
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<title>So Many Differences In Multi Spindle Screw Machines</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Multi spindle screw machines are a major part of the manufacturing process. They are similar to a lathe and are typically automated. They are specifically used to manufacture turned components at a high volume. They not only save time when it comes to producing products, but they also save money as well. These specific machines are purportedly the most cost effective when it comes to high volume production of turned components. Oftentimes they require extensive set-up time and effort, but once the machine is up and running it only takes one operator to oversee the operation of several of the machines. Consequently this is a cost savings for the company because not as many operators are needed to run the apparatus.

Screw machines are made up of spindles that contain bars of materials that are operation at the same time. The number of spindles on a screw machine ranges depending on the configuration. There are some that are made up of single spindles and there are others that have as many as eight spindles. The most common configuration for multi spindle screw machines is six, however, some products require more, and therefore more spindles are needed for this process. Each spindle serves a specific purpose in the manufacturing sequence. In a multi spindle machine, each does its job to create the end product at the same time. If one is not working properly it can cause the end product to be incorrect.

In addition to multi spindle screw machines, there are also ones that only contain one spindle. The same products are able to be made using the single type as opposed to a multi version; however the process is a little different. Because there is only one spindle, only one process can be completed at a time as opposed to simultaneously. This can make the process of creating each product longer. If there are five processes to complete the product, it would take longer to come to the end result because of having to perform each process one after the other. By performing each process at the same time, it saves both time and money and allows for products to be output at a higher volume.

The sizes and shapes of this equipment can greatly affect the product being produced as well. Machining spindles range in size depending on what it is needed for. It is important to know the specific purpose for use because you do not want to regret your decision in the future. While these contraptions are versatile and can do many different jobs, you can't add spindles to one that already exists. Therefore, it is very important to choose the right one for you and the job you intend to do. 

The power given to any single or multi-spindle screw machine will greatly affect the quality of the finished product. Some use carbide technology to produce a higher quality, safer, and more efficient piece of equipment. Some who work with these prefer not to use carbide technology because they simply aren't used to using them, lack of tooling to hold the inserts correctly, or the fact that the spindles need to run at certain speeds that some carbide products cannot offer. Many carbide products offered have not been manipulated to correctly fit single or multi types. Most will optimize power specifically determined by what the end product will be.  If you are in the market you must evaluate the end product you'd like to manufacture before determining which is right for you. ]]></description>
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<title>How Do Automatic Lathes Influence Your Life?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ You probably never think about the countless everyday items that are cut, shaped and altered by automatic lathes, but this mainstay of mass production is essential to making the everyday things that we rely on.

Whether it is metal, plastic or wood, chances are that if it is some kind of finished product, it's been through an automatic lathe. So what is an automatic lathe? It is a machine that steadily spins an object between its spindles while at least one tool alters the object.

An example that most folks have probably seen is in the production of baseball bats. The rough, unshaped stick of wood is placed lengthwise between the two spindles. When the lathe is turned on, a cutting tool precisely shears away excess wood as the bat rotates between the spindles. Within a few seconds, the result is a nearly finished bat that resembles what we see on TV or at the ballpark.

Now, just imagine this example with multiple tools cutting away plastic or metal to help finish the everyday parts that are essential to making our cars, dishwashers, washing machines, notebook computers. This is what automatic lathes do thousands of times a day. 

Their widespread use is essential to mass production and their efficiency has helped bring down the cost-per-unit of finished goods, which, in turn, lowers the price that consumers pay. This kind of efficiency was how Henry Ford put the world on wheels in the age of the horse and buggy.

But mass production has not always been this efficient. After the widespread introduction of interchangeable parts by Eli Whitney two centuries ago, the efficient manufacturing of those parts took a few decades to catch up. 

In 1821, American machinist Thomas Blanchard created what is widely believed to be the first automatic lathe. While working at the Springfield Armory, Blanchard needed a way to cut a gunstock so he'd get the same results every time. To make this happen, he fixed a tool to a metal-framed lathe. The results were incredible. Instead of the inaccurate hand-guided cuts that were commonplace at the time, the auto lathe repeatedly provided a precise and uniform cut.

From here, the automatic lathe became more and more common. Over the years, others like Henry Maudslay, a British machinist, added improvements to the automatic lathe.

Several decades later, the automatic lathe has become commonplace in mass production. Henry Ford is one businessman who used processes and the tools of his day to reduce his cost per unit and increase efficiency. This year, as the Ford's Model T turns 100, the automatic lathe is undoubtedly one of the essential machines that helped efficiently produce the millions of the affordable cars.

As mass production increased in the 20th century, the use of the automatic lathe did as well. Their efficiency helped make it possible to win WWII and usher in an unprecedented era of manufacturing of consumer products. 

The importance of the automatic lathe cannot be overstated. In less than 200 years, it has gone from helping to make consistently sized gunstocks to being an essential part of most mass production processes. Their incredible efficiency and precision make them essential for manufacturers to stay competitive in a global marketplace. Not only do they help keep cutting and shaping of materials precise, they make manufacturing incredibly efficient. ]]></description>
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