{"id":3370,"date":"2025-10-01T02:54:37","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T07:54:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/?p=3370"},"modified":"2025-10-01T03:00:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T08:00:32","slug":"ecm-rifling-the-advantages-of-our-technology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/ecm-rifling-the-advantages-of-our-technology\/","title":{"rendered":"ECM Rifling: &#8220;The advantages of our technology prevail&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW41373842 BCX0\" lang=\"DE-DE\" xml:lang=\"DE-DE\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41373842 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">The insertion of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">field rifling profile<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> in<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> a barrel &#8211; such as <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">those used <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">in<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> sporting rifle<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> &#8211; is a very demanding task. The complex internal geometry is difficult to achieve <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">using conventional <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">cutting and forming tools and must <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">be manufactured with extreme precision. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">While f<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">orming processes are often used, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">they require <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">high capital investment<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">ge<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">ner<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">e<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">additional<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> process costs.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> E<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">lectrochemical machining (ECM) from EMAG<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> offers an alternative: a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> fast and effective process<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">that delivers<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> high-precision surfaces. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">In this <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">interview<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">Daniel Plattner<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">, Technical Sales Manager at EMAG<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> ECM<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">discusses <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">the possibilities of th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">is innovativ<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> production <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\">method for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW196794461 BCX0\"> rifling<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW41373842 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW111636057 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW111636057 BCX0\">Why is the ECM process so interesting for manufacturers of sporting and hunting rifles?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW111636057 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\">First, we need to say a few words about our process. ECM is particularly well suited for applications that require the production of high-precision geometries despite high material hardness. The basic principle is always the same &#8211; irrespective of the material: a direct current or pulse source polarizes the workpiece positively as the anode and the tool negatively as the cathode. An electrolyte solution flows between the two, and metal ions detach from the workpiece. There is no mechanical or thermal stress on the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\">component<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\">What&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\"> more, the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\">whole process<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8038649 BCX0\"> also works with geometries that are difficult to access, such as the inside of a gun barrel.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW8038649 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3371\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3371\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3371\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/ECM-Rifling-tube-blank.jpg\" alt=\"During ECM Rifling the cathodes enter the tube blank and remove the excess material.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/ECM-Rifling-tube-blank.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/ECM-Rifling-tube-blank-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/ECM-Rifling-tube-blank-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/ECM-Rifling-tube-blank-585x391.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/ECM-Rifling-tube-blank-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3371\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The cathodes enter the tube blank and remove the excess material.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"EOP SCXW142680691 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW87642070 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW87642070 BCX0\">How does the ECM process for manufacturing field tension profiles work on your PI platform, and which geometries can be realized with it?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW87642070 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW191099410 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191099410 BCX0\">We have developed a universal and modular PI platform that uses a special rifling cathode to produce field rifling profiles. Different geometry requirements such as &#8220;polygon&#8221;, &#8220;progressive&#8221; or &#8220;standard&#8221; can be <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW191099410 BCX0\">achieved\u00a0 with<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191099410 BCX0\"> up to eight tool cathodes. The production process itself is quick: the operator places eight blanks in the workpiece holders. The eight cathode tips then move just above the blanks and remain there briefly until a trailing sealing unit surrounds them. The ECM- process begins, with the cathodes gradually moving deeper into the tube blank, removing the excess material.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW191099410 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"EOP SCXW142680691 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW157274094 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW241256067 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241256067 BCX0\">What cycle times are possible?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW241256067 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">This depends on the desired internal geometry and the length of the barrel. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">Let&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> take the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW137499261 BCX0\">420 millimeter<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> barrel of a hunting rifle as an example. Here, the process only takes 297 seconds at a feed rate of 85 millimeters per minute. With parallel machining of eight components as mentioned above, a cycle time (process time) per <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">component<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> of 37 seconds can be achieved. This results in around 97 runs per hour. These are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">very good<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> values compared to hammering or drawing, which is often used here. Our process is more efficient, easier to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">operate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">, has lower capital investments and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">eliminates<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> certain <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">subsequent<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> processes such as annealing. <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\">ECM offers the most<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137499261 BCX0\"> flexible and cost-effective solution on the market for barrel production.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW137499261 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3377\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3377\" class=\"size-large wp-image-3377\" src=\"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"ECM Rifling module\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2-585x391.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.emag.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Blog-2_1170x781px_ECM-Sportwaffen_2.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3377\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Special tool modules are available for different workpiece sizes.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW59287936 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW59287936 BCX0\">What is your assessment in terms of process reliability?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW59287936 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">It helps to compare ECM with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">hammering, which is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">ultimately a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\"> forming process. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">In hammering, t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">he blank is first pre-drilled and honed on the inside. The machine then inserts an internal mandrel with a negative profile and the forging <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW169503563 BCX0\">hammers machine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\"> the barrel from the outside until the profile is reproduced in the barrel. Of course, this also changes the external geometry of the barrel and the material structure, which in turn leads to a high reject rate in practice. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">Different materials<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\"> and calibers are associated with high set-up costs. You do not have these problems at all with ECM rifling: The external geometry of the blank already corresponds to the later finished geometry, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">which <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">benefits<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\"> the overall process reliability. In addition, tool wear is very <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW169503563 BCX0\">low<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\"> and the cathodes can be produced in-house. This also ensures extreme repeat accuracy. The changeover times are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">very short<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169503563 BCX0\">!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW169503563 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW215973213 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215973213 BCX0\">What role does EMAG mechanical engineering play overall?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW215973213 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\">Our solution is based on the modular PI machine, which incorporates <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\">extensive<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\"> EMAG <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\">expertise<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\">. Its proven basic structure is always the same, only the technology inside is adapted. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\">This approach allows us to move quickly in<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW11813978 BCX0\"> design and development, and the customer ends up with a highly economical and tailor-made overall solution for the desired product portfolio. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW11813978 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW183446822 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW183446822 BCX0\">How do you assess your market opportunities in general?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW183446822 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW77972880 BCX0\" lang=\"DE-DE\" xml:lang=\"DE-DE\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW77972880 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">We <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">believe that we are optimally positioned for the market. A whole series of machines are already in use in the USA and Europe at various well-known rifle and pistol manufacturers<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">, and we continue to receive strong interest<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">. The advantages of our technology &#8211; reliability, flexibility, repeatability, surface <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">quality<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\"> and low production costs &#8211; are becoming increasingly <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">recognized<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\"> on the market. Incidentally, we also have an application laboratory at our Heubach site. Here, customers can machine their components for the first time using the ECM process, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">determine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\"> cycle times and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\">component<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\"> tolerances and check reproducibility. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW85717359 BCX0\">So<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85717359 BCX0\"> if you are not yet convinced, you can play it safe<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW77972880 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emag.com\/industries-solutions\/technologies\/ecm-rifling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #004d96\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW181798440 BCX0\" lang=\"DE-DE\" xml:lang=\"DE-DE\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW181798440 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187647201 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187647201 BCX0\">You can find a summary of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187647201 BCX0\">the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187647201 BCX0\">ECM Rifling technology on our homepage.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW187647201 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Electrochemical metal machining (ECM) ensures precise and effective processes in the precision machining of gun barrels. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":3374,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"video","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","editor_notices":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[42],"tags":[98,2510,2824,2823],"class_list":["post-3370","post","type-post","status-publish","format-video","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-technologies","tag-ecm","tag-ecm-rifling","tag-gun-barrels","tag-sporting-arms","post_format-post-format-video"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.0 - 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