What do you get when you mix the best design characteristics from both 5-axis vertical and horizontal machine platforms? A powerhouse of 5-axis productivity—the DA300. This uniquely designed vertical machining center provides the ideal blend of speed, precision, technology, flexibility and expandability...
The biggest unknown in machine limits is by far the bending moment. By knowing the limits of what your machine is designed to handle you can ensure that you are balancing productivity and process stability for long term profitability. This webinar talks about how to identify your machine’s limits...
In this second part of this series, actual cutting tests will be highlighted and demonstrated to compare 2+3 vs. 5 axis machining. Makino will discuss why 2+3 machining might be a better fit than full 5-axis processing for your die/mold manufacturing operation. Learn about the superior programming capabilities,...
CHALLENGE Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering Inc. produces injection molds for the automotive, heavy-duty vehicle and consumer product industries. During the economic crisis, this Rochester Hills, Mich., company decided to bring large mold-making work that had previously been outsourced...
THE CHALLENGE Mathews, Inc. is a well-respected brand in the bowhunting world. In fact, it is the largest grossing bow manufacturer, producing 750 bows per day. The company’s owner has a lifelong passion for the sport, and the Sparta, Wis., company is continually innovating...
Will serve Carolinas and Virginia for Makino EDM and electrode manufacturing solutions MASON, OHIO – March 2007 – Makino is proud to announce that Price Equipment Company of Monroe, NC has been appointed a dealer in the Carolinas and Virginia for all of Makino EDM and electrode manufacturing...
Provides superior surfaces for variable shape and thickness parts AUBURN HILLS, MICHIGAN--Sept 2007-- Makino is proud to announce its latest Wire EDM technology development, SurfaceWIZARD™, which virtually eliminates witness lines. SurfaceWIZARD is the newest control technology development...
New anti-rust technology saves time and labor for increased profit in unattended, long run-time wire EDM processes Mason, Ohio – November 2011 – Makino introduces its new rust-preventive technology for water-based wire EDMs. This electric anti-rust unit disrupts the oxidation process...
Illinois Toolmaker Invests In Hard Milling TechnologyWhen your clients include top-of-the-line consumer appliance companies, you have to make sure not to disappoint them and you have to provide them with the best tooling possible in the least amount of time. HARD STEELS REQUIRE...
SITUATION Nu-Tech Industries was formed in Grandview, Missouri, in 1972 on the basis of teamwork. That teamwork was put to the task of finding a better way to mill titanium. The company had developed expertise and earned a global reputation for quality high-speed milling of structural titanium...