MAKINO SP43 FEATURING HEAT ON DISPLAY AT EASTEC
AUBURN HILLS, MI - April - Makino will feature an SP43 wire EDM machine with HEAT (High Energy Applied Technology) at EASTEC in booth 1533 May 22 - May 24, 2007
in Springfield, Massachusetts.
HEAT is a new advancement from Makino in Wire EDM Technology that dramatically
reduces cutting times in poor flushing conditions while maintaining exceptional
part straightness.
HEAT smokes the Wire EDM competition, cutting parts 18 to 44 percent faster
while holding tolerances of straightness to 0.0005 inch (T.I.R.) with one pass
and 0.0002 inch (T.I.R.) with two passes. These results are being achieved in
real world applications, including poor flushing conditions, non-sealed nozzle
applications, uneven surface thickness and through holes, as well as parts up
to six inches tall. To learn more about heat, visit www.Makino.com/HEAT.
“We’re
excited to be a part of EASTEC,” said Mark Rentschler, Makino’s marketing
manager. “To further demonstrate our technology, we’ll also be presenting
seminars and demonstrating additional technologies at ABLE Machine Tool Sales
Open House down the street during the show.” Makino will be presenting a
seminar entitled “Multi-Task Milling and Grinding on Horizontals” and
demonstrating the a61-5XR 5-axis horizontal machining center and S56 high speed
vertical machining center and a51 horizontal machining center at the Open House
in Agawam, Massachusetts. For
more info on ABLE Machine Tool Sales Open House, visit www.ablemachinetoolsales.com.
SP43
Makino’s SP43 wire EDM machine provides advanced features for numerous market
segments in the general wire EDM arena, including general part manufacturing,
aerospace and medical applications looking to drive out operational costs. The
extremely fast part-processing speed of the SP43 provides the advantages of
production wire-cutting machines capable of holding extremely tight tolerances.
The SP43
features Makino’s state-of-the-art wire EDM technologies, including WireWIZARD™
CNC control system and new EZ-Cut™ advanced machining technology. The large
15-inch touch screen user interface and its advanced functionality make the
WireWIZARD system not only powerful but exceptionally simple to use.
Makino’s
WireWIZARD Technology
WireWIZARD (MGW-S) powered by Windows® CE provides optimum reliability in an
easy-to-use, operator friendly control system. The software has three main
graphical components designed for maximum throughput—programming, set-up and
run—which provide the basic needs for any application.
It uses
this logical approach by actually prompting the operator through the process.
This simplistic operation makes the learning curve of the software negligible,
providing an easy transition for any operator.
Makino’s
state-of-the-art WireWIZARD cutting technology provides superior performance
and surface integrity without sacrificing speed, allowing for up to 30 percent
faster processing speeds over other EDM technologies. The machine features
improve overall machine throughput and precision.
Lower
Consumable and Maintenance Costs
Lower wire feedrates dramatically reduce wire consumption without effecting machine
accuracy or performance, a huge improvement over so-called “economy” modes of
operation.
Makino’s
patented automatic wire threading (AWT) and unique V-type wire guide reduce the
overall cost of ownership by dramatically reducing maintenance downtime. As an
example, the wire guides can be cleaned without disassembly or the added time
required to realign the wire vertical to machine travel.
A solid
workhorse, with the ability to handle a large workpieces of 1,760 pounds (800
kg), and a massive machine structure that weighs 8,500 pounds (3,856 kg).
This
machine offers the ability to use wire diameters from 0.004 to 0.012 inches.
Machine travels of 17.7 x 11.8 x 12.6 inches with a large workpiece capacity
make the SP43 ideal for a variety of applications.
Makino is a
global provider of advanced machining technology and application support for
the metalcutting and die/mold industries, dedicated to driving out more costs
from your manufacturing operation than any other competitive machine tool
manufacturer. Makino manufacturing and service centers are located in the
United States, Japan, Germany, Singapore, Italy, France, Korea, Taiwan, Turkey,
China, Mexico, Brazil, and India, and are supported by a worldwide distributor
network. For more information call 1.800.552.3288.
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