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  1. Keith1029

    making drawings with GD&T - Pro/e vs. Solidworks

    I'm way back on SW 2011 so I'm not sure what it is like in current releases. For 2D drawings we have no problems designing to ASME Y14.5 - 2009 with the exception of sometimes it doesn't like to attach the datum feature label properly and we can't figure out why (re-make drawing, problem gone...
  2. Keith1029

    Interview question "Do you have any question for us"?

    To OP: 1. Yes there is; see 3 below. 2. The types of questions you should ask should be, and should be limited to: A.) Questions that are relevant for you to asses the positions fitness for you (culture, expectations, quality) such as the ones on JAE's list. B.) Questions that are a...
  3. Keith1029

    Value of Toastmasters CC (Competent Communicator Certificate) for Hiring managers/Owners??

    Certificates (in general) hold an average of no value for me (some hold little, some hold negative). For the most part, they only convey completion and not success, and so tell me nothing (or negative points for being proud of something that wasn't/shouldn't have been a challenge to complete)...
  4. Keith1029

    Resume Advice?

    I might be late to respond but I'm currently in the hiring process and seeing resumes both good and bad so I need to add my vote and say that everything that Jeff said on the 19th is excellent advice. Know what they are looking for, show (by examples) that you are that and then be ready to back...
  5. Keith1029

    Datum Reference Frame Requirement for Holes on a Round Part

    Thanks CH, that is the image that is exactly the graphic that I was thinking about but I am struggling with what it means from a datum reference frame/position set up. Situation 1 I am clear on: When controlling a hole position in the sample part (or any feature with an axis), if function...
  6. Keith1029

    Datum Reference Frame Requirement for Holes on a Round Part

    I'm not directly concerned with which scheme to use and when, just what the theoretical difference in meaning would be between them. From this question however, I assume you are alluding to the fact that datum precedence in the callout could effect the shape/size of the tolerance zone, as the...
  7. Keith1029

    Datum Reference Frame Requirement for Holes on a Round Part

    Good Morning All, (As relating to Y14.5-2009) My question really extends to any parallel axis features/reference frame but to illustrate the point as simply as possible: By way of example, lets assume a cylinder with flat ends perpendicular to the axis of the cylinder. Let Datum A be the...
  8. Keith1029

    Is my current job preventing me from getting an engineering position?

    My opinion is make sure that "Ergonomics Specialist" doesn't show up anywhere in print. Perhaps my negative experiences over the years have left me in the pessimistic bias column but I have seen many made up job titles that seem designed to sound like they require more experience and expertise...
  9. Keith1029

    Heat Treated Stainless 440C Hole Saw Shattering. HELP!

    After fixing tooth shape/loading/stress concentration issues; You could make it out of a much tougher grade of stainless steel at the expense of hardness and then use a surface coating (diamond/ TiN /B4C etc.) to impart the wear resistance you are looking for. Just make sure you don't make it...
  10. Keith1029

    GeoTol of Models in SW 2014/2015

    Thanks CorBlimeyLimey, I didn't even know about this new product. Seems a tad on the greedy side to me for them to release it as a stand-alone product, but warrants further investigation.
  11. Keith1029

    GeoTol of Models in SW 2014/2015

    The Dim-expert was what I was referring to although it blends with the other issue; I model for robustness and often, as you allude to, the dimension scheme on the model will not match the reference frame (or contain numerous extra/different dimensions) required for inspection and manufacturing...
  12. Keith1029

    GeoTol of Models in SW 2014/2015

    Hi All, We are currently running SW2011 and considering getting back on subscription in order to upgrade to 2014/2015 and add in the SW EPDM for document control. Before I make the investment I wanted to check in and see if anyone has any insight or strong negative feelings that would cause me...
  13. Keith1029

    Clarify correct usage of the Dimension Origin symbol

    This may be a foolish question but I have been unable to find an explanation so far that is perfectly clear to me. What would be the functional change in the callout from adding the origin symbol?
  14. Keith1029

    Machine shops and metric drawings

    I hate this; to me that translates as "it was late because we are not very good at certain parts of our jobs, if you came over here and did part of our jobs for us (for free) we might be on time." OK that might be the cynical version but the spirit is spot on. I've gotten a version of this a...
  15. Keith1029

    nailed it! great article! this happens most to engineers...

    I think performing a quick mental cost/benefit analysis of an activity and deciding not to do it, or do it differently, (Type I Lazy) shouldn't be confused with avoiding work (type II Lazy). Even if it ends up with the same result, in my opinion, there is a fundamental difference in the...
  16. Keith1029

    making a drawing of a standard key

    Perhaps if the size, shape, tolerance, material and finish of the key was given on a specific "standard" and that specific standard was quoted when the key was specified, then no problem. But that still means a single unambiguous drawing of the thing exists and we are just making a distinction...
  17. Keith1029

    What assumptions can be implied on a Proper Engineering Drawing? and how to avoid it?

    @CheckerHater and JNieman, it's a digression but quite recently I was working with a (large and reputable) new vendor; I have to assume that they were used to using only the "if it is on a CNC it is good enough" tolerance scheme because I was asked to "please take off all the tolerances on the...
  18. Keith1029

    Dual dimensioning rounding ?s / is it legal to say "dims in brackets are for reference only&quo

    Calling a thing metric or imperial changes the form no more than calling it happy or sad. The drawing describes the thing in itself; it will have a unit structure chosen that will give a numerical, standardized depiction of that thing, with only one interpretation. The conversion of units, and...
  19. Keith1029

    Dual dimensioning rounding ?s / is it legal to say "dims in brackets are for reference only&quo

    "The spec. is the spec., that's why it is the spec." [smile] As a customer, I provide a drawing with the specific dimensions and tolerances that I feel I need; I inspect it (or have it inspected) to that print. If it is out of tolerance it gets an NCR and goes back. If the vendor wants to...
  20. Keith1029

    How to be more successful in the job market for a new engineer?

    Some great comments on this thread. Kenat, I think you hit the nail on the head with your comment to take a deep breath and count to 10; if someone is (or needs to be) worried about their title rather than their skill level I feel that identifies some problem with their perception or their...

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