Additive EDM processes can greatly improve productivity in applications that require fine finishes and significantly reduce part release issues during the molding process. Learn how additives work, the importance of the type of additive used and how Makino’s HQSF (High Quality Surface Finish) can...
In this webinar you will learn about the elements required to take your mold to the spotting press directly from your milling machine with no bench work. This webinar will change the way you quote lead times forever. Learn about CAM systems and generating accurate tool paths. Understand the value of...
Ultra High Accuracy Ram Ideal for Micro EDM AUBURN HILLS, MI—September 2006—Makino’s newest entry to the micro-EDM world is the EDAC1. This next generation, micro EDM Ram machine is capable of producing corner radii of 0.00019 inches (0.005 mm) and surface finish quality of 0.000024...
Runoff Requirements 1.33 Cpk. 300 pieces per fixture Machines 12 J55 / Stand-alone installation Tooling 5 tools Special tooling: Op 10 - face mill, drill combination tool. Op 50 - sheel mill, end mill, centering...
Makino introduces the new MMC-R automation system for robotic fixture plate distribution in 4- and 5-axis horizontal and vertical machining centers. This new automation system is perfectly suited for high product mix, low volume production runs, enabling manufacturers to increase spindle utilization...
Makino introduces its latest CNC horizontal machining centers, the N2 and N2-5XA, for medical and small aluminum parts manufacturing. The new N2 platform is a high-productivity solution contained in a small package that consumes less than 26 square feet of floor space (includes coolant tank and standard...
Engineers to discuss latest research and process solutions for aerospace parts Mason, Ohio – May 15, 2014 – Makino plans to share its latest machining and process solutions for aerospace manufacturing July 14-20 at the 2014 Farnborough International Airshow in Hampshire, England....
A 1.0mmØ x 50mm electrode featuring a 0.014mmØ pure tungsten rod tip was mounted to the spindle collet holder of a Makino EDFH1 sinker EDM. A precision ground copper tungsten dressing block was mounted to the machine's table. The EDFH1's Auto Precision Dressing macro was used to dress electrode...
A Makino V22 vertical machining center was used to manufacture a micro medical staple mold out of hardened 420 stainless steel. Previous processing of the mold was performed using electrical discharge machining (EDM), and required 67 hours of machine time to achieve 0.20mm corner radii._x000D_ _x000D_...
A Makino U32j with 0.003-inch diameter wire was used to burn 0.005-inch holes into a graphite electrode. Upon completion, the electrode was attached to the spindle of a Makino EDGE2 and used to produce the final platinum fluid release components._x000D_ _x000D_ The parts were completed accurately and...