Runoff Requirements 1.67 Cpk on critical features Tooling 21 tools Special tooling: finish bore for crankshaft alignment, finish, bearing bore and flange hub O.D., flange undercut, flange chamfer, rough thrust face, rough, semi...
Cylinder heads Machines 12 - A66s with Gantry Loaders (GSA) 3 - A88Es with Fanuc Pedestal Robots Material Aluminum Parts Automotive cylinder heads Fixtures Hydraulic Operation OP20...
Engine cylinder head (2) Machines 1 A77 5-axis / Stand-alone installation Runoff Requirements 1.67 Cpk on all features Tooling 30 tools Special tooling: High-speed drills (700 sfm), approximately...
Runoff Requirements 1.66 PPK on all features except .013mm perpendicularity, which was held to print tolerance only Tooling 18 tools Special tooling: Multi-flute fixed and adjustable reamers, form tool for snap-ring...
SITUATION Precise Tool & Die, located in Cleveland, Ohio, got its start as a die/mold shop serving the automotive and electrical industries. During its first two decades in business the company saw much success; however, growing international competition forced Precise Tool...
THE CHALLENGE Fallbrook Technologies in Cedar Park, Texas, created the NuVinci® continuously variable planetary (CVP) bike transmission. It replaces the cogs, gears and derailleurs that have typically been standard issue on multi-speed bicycles. The CVP design enables riders...
The objective of the demonstration is to show 3-axis contouring with Super Geometric Intelligence machining. FORGING AHEAD SNC Demo Summary The objective of the demonstration is to show 3-axis contouring with Super Geometric Intelligence machining. Process...
The aerospace industry is changing rapidly, and the Makino Aerospace Group has the tools and the know-how to help manufacturers compete, and win, in this dynamic environment. "Today the industry is under tremendous pressure to reduce cost for both defense and commercial aviation," notes Tom...
Makino continues its drive toward direct customer alignment by opening another new regional sales and service office. The new Makino Manufacturing Progress Center of Northern Illinois is located in Elgin, northwest of Chicago. MAKINO CONTINUES SALES AND SERVICE OUTREACH Makino...
CHALLENGE Producing medium to large molds is a specialty of Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing Ltd. This global manufacturer serves a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, recreational and commercial. The company excels in applications with high glass content...