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S7E33 Sam Thomason | The Black Magic of Nano-Machining

Being an Engineer · 7 Aug 2026 · 1h 00m · Episode 33

What this episode covers

Sam Thomason, National Sales Manager for Shibaura Machine's Nano Processing Division, explains the capabilities of the UVM Series ultra-precision machining platforms, which use aerostatic spindles and linear motors to achieve picometer-level precision. He details how these machines enable diamond turning and hard milling, allowing manufacturers to machine hard materials like carbide without the defects of EDM or the labor of manual polishing. The conversation covers applications in optics, semiconductor showerheads, and automotive headlamp molds, highlighting how automation reduces dangerous, tedious work while maintaining tight tolerances.

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early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Shibaura Machine, Takamatsu Machinery, SE4, Workr Labs, Yuasa International, Konica Minolta, Pipeline Design and Engineering, ASML, Nvidia, Toshiba
Products
UVM Series, Pipeline
Tools
Formi

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