To compete globally, you've got to be lean. A Makino Process Engineer Team Leader discusses the latest methods for lean cellular production and new techniques in two- and four-face machining in high production environments.
Larger and more dynamic version of popular EDGE2 MASON, OH—September 2008—The Makino EDGE3S sinker EDM machine is ideal for the plastic injection mold and impact tooling markets, dedicated to helping manufacturers drive costs out of their operations. The EDGE3S is well suited...
Mason, Ohio – March 18, 2013 – Makino is pleased to announce a special two-day event that is going to focus specifically on the manufacturing of components for the jet engine and turbine segments of the aerospace and energy industries. New Technologies for Jet Engine and Turbine Manufacturing...
Auburn Hills, Michigan – September 2009 – Makino’s 2009 Advanced Manufacturing and High-Precision Technology Expo held at the Auburn Hills, Michigan Tech Center provided industry leading advice and innovative machining solutions from Makino and other prominent companies. "I...
Injection-molded components are only as good as the molds Mold halves that don’t mate together cleanly, pins that don’t align, and mold locks that scrape and bind result in scrapped parts and millions in lost revenue. Klaus Wieder understands these problems all too well, and if he has his...
Injection-molded components are only as good as the molds. Mold halves that don't mate together cleanly, pins that don't align, and mold locks that scrape and bind result in scrapped parts and millions in lost revenue. Klaus Wieder understands these problems all too well, and if he has his way,...
The whole industry seems to be discussing this topic. Here’s what Modern Machine Shop has to say about "HSM Research - On the Edge of Technology". HSM RESEARCH - ON THE EDGE OF TECHNOLOGY The whole industry seems to be discussing this topic. Here’s...
Muller Martini, the leading manufacturer of bookbinding equipment, needed to integrate a pallet system into their operation in Newport News, Virginia, that would accomplish something different from anything they had seen previously in their industry. They needed to speed up their process for running...
Justifying a large investment can be difficult in today's world of throw-away electronics and disposable everything. People aren't used to products that are truly reliable, perform as they're designed to for years, and outlast even newer, more technologically advanced ones. SUSTAINED...
As the largest producer of commercial jetliners, it’s estimated that a Boeing-made airplane takes off every three-and-a-half seconds. This marketshare is a testament to Boeing’s exacting focus on aircraft which began in 1916. However, Boeing cannot rest on this impressive statistic. WORLD...