Engineering notes

Tungaloy Engineering Notes

Articles focus on tooling reconstruction, DfAM review, holder selection, production documentation, and the practical tradeoffs behind additive-ready manufacturing programs.

Process Note

“We Can Do That” Is the Most Expensive Sentence in Manufacturing

A veteran of 200+ rush orders explains why machining partners and tooling suppliers who admit their limits are more reliable than generalists who promise everything. Lessons on Tungaloy tool holders, DMLS vs SLM, and what to ask before you commit.

2026-08-06 Jane Smith