WEBINAR LIBRARY

Get Rid of the Rust

This webinar will demonstrate how rust affects steel parts left in your wire EDM water dielectric for long periods of time and new technology from Makino that eliminates this problem.

Investing in Your Future

Makino’s Capital Services group will discuss access to competitive financing and tailoring specific programs to support capital requirements in the manufacturing industry. Learn how these financial services can positively impact your cash flow and secure a strong and profitable future for your company.

What’s Hot and What’s Not in Titanium

Heat generation is the largest contributor to short tool life in titanium machining. Here Makino will present scientific research and a discussion about the formation of heat in titanium milling. See what it means for your tools and how Makino’s Advantige Technologies beat the heat and generate dramatically increased tool life. Learn how to select efficient cooling strategies and optimize cutting conditions to achieve maximum productivity, tool life and surface finish.

Developing Statistically Capable Machining Processes

An exploration into how SPC requirements affect processing decisions in modern metal machining. What is the connection between conformance and SPC level? What procedures should be used to decide, in the planning stages, which potential process is best? How is fixture design affected? This is the first in a series of webinars that will cover a variety of SPC issues and data analysis.

Key Characteristics of a Production Oriented Vertical Machining Center

With over 220 - or more - manufacturers of Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs) to choose from, how does one evaluate, "narrow the field" and decide on the "right" VMC - especially for today’s challenging production job shop environment? This webinar will take a look at several key characteristics that should be considered when selecting a VMC - and they may not be the typical attributes utilized in the past. Learn how to "look past" the clutter of traditional specifications and focus on the traits that lead to high performance for your production operation.

Effective utilization of your Wire EDM work zone

When it comes to your wire EDM workzone, size does matter. Learn techniques and tricks how to take advantage of your usable work area which can boost your productivity and bottom line. See how plate stacking, fixturing, multiple part set-ups and multiple job set-ups can result in a substantial increase in unattended burning, improved job scheduling and increased capacity.

Economic Overview of Automated Pallet Handling Systems (Part 2)

In the second part of this webinar on pallet handling systems, we will demonstrate via actual customers’ experience and installations the economic benefits, technology advances and ROI associated with these automated systems. This webinar will cover how the customers eliminated set up time, change over time, increased machine utilization, and reduced lead times all while maintaining a flexible, agile manufacturing environment that was capable of managing changes in part volumes. Learn how to add value to your operations, not just reduce costs. Make manufacturing your competitive advantage.

Integrating Probing into Your Machine Tool

In this webinar, Makino will demonstrate part probing and how to send results to the Makino Pro 5 control for inspection, fixture alignment, offsets and adjustments. Learn how to create probing routines as part of the process and learn various techniques such as vectoring. See how to store these programs in the user friendly Pro 5 control.

Machined Surface Finishes to 10nm Ra

This unique webinar will highlight the machining techniques and machine tool technologies required to achieve surface finishes as fine as 10nm Ra. Machining technologies to be discussed are Ram EDM, Wire EDM and ultra precision milling. Also included in the discussion will be various metrology technologies required to validate machining results and surface finishes at this high level.

MPG (Makino Program Generator) Makes Sinker Programming Easy

Makino’s new on-board sinker programming system is simple to use, and can generate safe, efficient programs even for the novice EDM operator. Through a combination of program screens and video, you will discover just how easy it is to program and run a Makino sinker EDM. See just how easy it is to learn a new control system with Makino’s new intuitive program generation and easy to follow input screens.

How much is your outdated machinery costing you?

While that older, paid-for machine tool on your shop floor may look like a cash-cow – what are the true costs associated with continuing to operate outdated technology? Advancements in machine technologies have significantly increased productivity and efficiency. Learn how new machines with new controls offer reduced cycle times, higher reliability, less down-time, reduced maintenance, lower energy and operational costs, less floor space, and much more. See if continuing to run that old machine is really a wise business decision.

Cutting Iron? Do you need 50 taper?

Think you have to use a 50 taper machine to effectively cut your iron applications? Think again. Reduce your cycle time and capital expenditure by utilizing the new technologies and spindle power within Makino’s 40 taper horizontal machining centers, the a51nx and a61nx. This webinar will discuss productivity enhancements and techniques for ferrous machining applications. If you cut iron, you need to watch this.

Do You Need a Small Tabletop Machine to Make Small Parts?

Learn what technologies are required to make micro scale features with micron level tolerances every day. See what machine design principals and features are required to create these ultra precision and complex parts. Learn what it takes to generate positioning repeatability of less than 100nm and positioning accuracy of less than 500nm. Learn how Makino is controlling the minimum increment of machine movement to 10nm.

Real Time Machine, Process Control and Data Management

MPmax is a new suite of software utilities for monitoring Makino machines, both milling and EDM. MPmax can help you achieve maximum productivity from your Makino machines through real time display of their operating status including images, remote diagnostics, machine utilization information, and alarm and measurement data. In this webinar, you will learn how you can improve your management of the manufacturing process including cutting tool data, email notifications, automatic collection of measured part information and energy consumption.

Invest in Titanium Machining

Want a hot tip? You need to invest today in new technologies for titanium milling. The growth in titanium applications will exceed the current machining capacity. Will you be ready to take advantage of this demand? This webinar will introduce Makino’s new T2, a 5 axis horizontal machining center with ADVANTiGE technologies. These innovative technologies can be the path to profitable milling of mid-sized titanium components with 4 times the productivity and double the tool life of traditional titanium machining.

Additive EDM Processes (HQSF) – Seeing Through the Murk

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 reduce cycle times, improve molding operations and extend tool/die/mold life.

Manufacturing Expansion Program, the next generation of HMC's

Join us for an informational webinar to learn how the new a51nx and a61nx horizontal machining centers can take your manufacturing applications to the next level of productivity and efficiency. These CNC machines are redefining the boundaries of 40-taper machining by expanding your capability, capacity, productivity and reliability. Expand your ability to make lower-cost parts faster than ever.

ArcFree Technology and the new EDAF Series Sinker EDM

Introducing Makino’s latest advancements in sinker EDM technology, the new EDAF2 and EDAF3 machines. These machines are new designs from the ground up, from hardware to software. Makino’s new ArcFree Technology is a huge leap forward in spark gap monitoring, adaptive control functions, and servo responsiveness which virtually eliminates the possibility of producing a destructive DC arc. With a newly developed Model Plan Generator, any user from novice to journeyman, can quickly develop aggressive and safe burn programs including tool management by providing simple input to a series of prompts.

Manufacturing System Simulation

This webinar will explore how Makino has used software to simulate the manufacturing system for cycle time, throughput, and system utilization. The simulation covers both Makino pallet system and robot automation system.

Why User Friendly Controls are Critical to EDM Performance and Profit

You’ve decided to buy a new EDM machine for your shop, and no matter what your final decision is, your new machine will have a new control. A control that is different from the one your operators maybe familiar with. The videos, photos, and testimonials in this webinar will showcase the Makino WireWizard control, and how it was designed for ease of use, operator friendliness, and easy transition from other systems.

"New" F-Series VMCs, Quicker, More Accurate - the Even More Affordable Die Mold Solution

Technology evolution and advancements can provide significant benefits to the “end-user “of today’s technologically advanced equipment. As Makino introduces the new F-Series Vertical Machining Centers to the die / mold marketplace, the F3 and F5 machines incorporate a number of technologies that will simultaneously reduce cycle time, improve accuracy and surface-finishes, eliminate secondary hand-working, cut scrap/re-work costs, increase tool-life and shrink manufacturing costs. Harnessing the capabilities incorporated in the new F-Series machines can provide a competitive economic advantage – to even the most “equipment current” die / mold shops.

Rethinking Processes, Realigning Work Flow Milling and EDM

In a follow-up to the March 20, 2008 webinar, Hardmilling and Wire EDM Complimentary Processes, Tom Prebelich of Dynamic Plastics in Chesterfield, MI, explains how his shop has made major changes in order to stay competitive. From redesigning work flow through the shop, to making changes to the machining processes used for a job, Dynamic Plastics finds numerous benefits in fully utilizing the complementary machining disciplines of high speed machining, wire EDM, and sinker EDM to manufacture a better product and meet ever shortening lead time demands. Tom will show some very complex and interesting parts and tooling that were produced using these complimentary machining processes.

Simple Automation

Automation of machining operations will be essential for North American manufacturers to compete globally. Where to begin is always the question, but let us show you where to end, with an automation solution that fits your needs. Learn about viable commercial offerings in automation solutions for the average shop.

Programming for Speed

Learn how Makino M-codes, control parameters and programming formats can work together to take out significant chunks of a part’s cycle time. In a fast paced review of your machine’s capabilities, we will analyze how parallel processing and special functions allow you to perform tool changes, axis movements and spindle speed changes simultaneously to significantly increase spindle utilization and reduce cycle time.

3 Dimensional Tool Compensation

This is an optional control feature that can help compensate for undersized tooling, as well as improve surface and tool to tool blending capabilities. We will discuss and demonstrate the machine and CAM system requirements to effectively utilize this function in die and mold applications. Delcam will be demonstrating their user friendly programming of this function with PowerMill.

Opportunities in Aerospace Manufacturing

If you are currently an aerospace parts manufacturer, or considering diversification into this market, this webinar explores the necessary characteristics of a supplier, the unique qualities of aerospace parts and what it takes to produce them competitively today. Makino will review the latest 5 axis technologies suitable for aerospace manufacturing.

Faster Cutting of Carbide and Hardened Materials

Growing demands for machining of hardened materials, requiring exceptional submicron surface finishes will be reviewed in this webinar. See how progressive stamping dies, PCD tooling, motor cores and LED dies and molds can be machined faster, and with 0.2 Rz surface finishes utilizing new oil-based dielectric fluid technologies

Professional 5 M Codes

This webinar is intended to aid a typical Makino user in understanding and implementing M codes in their current or future processes. We will explore a wide variety of applications using many M codes unique to the Makino Professional 5 controller. Examples are intended to not only show practical solutions to common problems, but they will also demonstrate the versatility and creativity possible when using Makino controls.

Large Mold Manufacturing Part 3...Variable Geometry Technology

Learn how Makino has combined all the benefits of 2+3 machining for large mold manufacturing into one platform utilizing VG Technology. Rough, finish and angle machining all combined to eliminate the need for supporting equipment while reducing mold try-out time.

A new concept in simple automation for horizontal machining centers

Automation of machining operations will be essential for North American manufacturers to compete globally. Makino is introducing a simple, flexible robot system for 4 and 5 axis horizontal machining centers that can be installed quickly and facilitates numerous part families, with quick set up and cost effective automated part loading and unloading.

An economic overview of automated pallet handling systems (Part 1)

Many North American manufacturers have struggled in the face of global competition and uncertain economic times. In this webinar, we will explore the technological advantages and financial payback associated with automated systems - even for high mix, low volume parts. Understand how to virtually eliminate set up time, change over time, increase capital utilization and spindle cutting time - while reducing lead-times and cost. Create a flexible manufacturing environment capable of managing changes in volumes during the product life-cycle and which is re-deployable for new product development - while maintaining fast / efficient aftermarket support capability. Introduce your shop to an entirely new manufacturing paradigm - learn how to add Value to your operations and not just reduce cost. Make manufacturing your competitive advantage.

Wire Consumption Rates Impact EDM Profitability

The single highest cost related to owning and operating a Wire EDM, is the wire consumed during production. In today's highly competitive market, every shop owner and operator should know how wire feed and unspooling rates can affect cutting speeds, accuracies, costs and profits. In this webinar, you will learn how to improve wire consumption rates while maintaining speed and accuracy.

Advanced Manufacturing and High-Precision Technology Expo Preview

The current economic situation holds both risk and opportunity. In this webinar, you will get a preview of the new and unique technologies, processes, and strategies that will be on display on the Advanced Manufacturing and High-Precision Technology Expo in September. You will hear about a tremendous line up of speakers, demonstrations and real solutions that are vital to your business survival and will help you emerge from this recession as a revitalized manufacturer.

Non Contact Gauging in Production Applications

In this Webinar, Makino will discuss the production applications of two types of non-contact gauging inside machining centers. The first type is tool changeable non-contact bore gauging for the measuring of machined parts. The second type is the laser system for tool monitoring.

Advanced Bore Processing and Closed Loop Boring Systems

Smart machining of precision bores utilizing in process gauging and real time diameter feedback to automatically control size. Closed-loop intelligent boring process designed for tight tolerance precision bores. System utilizes a tool changeable bore gauge coupled with unique micro-adjustable boring bars. Self regulation process is designed to automatically control precision bore sizes without operator intervention.

Standard Precision Machine Technologies for Micromachining

Learn what it takes to achieve sub-micron accuracies in milling and EDM and how to choose the right tool for the micro job. Makino will discuss the V22 vertical machining center’s ability stay accurate under 2 microns in long-running jobs, the EDAC1 Ram EDM capable of producing inside corner radii of 0.005mm (0.0002-inch) and finishes down to 0.5umRy , and the UPJ-2 Wire EDM which can automatically thread a 0.00078-inch (0.02mm) wire through a 0.0027-inch (0.07mm) diameter start hole with a 0.0059-inch (0.15mm) pitch. The EDGE2 Fine Hole Ram EDM provides the capability to machine holes as small as 0.012mm diameter using standard pipe electrodes or by producing discharge dressed electrodes in process on the machine.

Lower your costs by going horizontal

Planning to increase manufacturing capacity by adding another low cost VMC? Maybe it is time to evaluate how to achieve lower costs, increased profits, lean operation and reduced lead-times by switching to a horizontal machining center. This webinar will compare the use - and associated costs - of utilizing an HMC for the production of a part rather than the traditional VMC approach. The evaluation will consider factors such as machine price, load/unload times, access to the part, chip management, multi-part fixturing, done-in-one part sequencing, part handling labor content, possible errors or scrap, floor-to-floor times, through-put and ultimately - cost per part.

New Economics of Titanium

More and more, modern day manufacturers are considering the use of titanium for their parts. View this Webinar to learn how Makino is working to improve the machining of titanium and change the economics of titanium's use.

Mold Base and High Precision Plate Work

Makino will demonstrate how to achieve high precision plate and mold bases, using "off the shelf" tooling, eliminating the need for Jig Grinding. Several practical examples will be explored with supporting metrology which will showcase what can be achieved with current machine tool and cutter technologies.

Benefits of Tool Balancing in Production Applications

There are many factors to consider when weighing the benefits of properly balanced tools. Find out why tool balance can have a dramatic impact on your process.

Manufacturing Solutions and Technology for Mexico

In this webinar, Makino will provide an overview of the comprehensive manufacturing solutions available in Mexico. Relevant technologies, robust process solutions will be highlighted, local applications support, training and customer technical support will be reviewed in both Spanish and English. If you are considering manufacturing in Mexico, learn how Makino can provide lower costs per part and superior local support.

Profitable machining strategies for machining deep pockets in Dies and Molds with over 10:1 length to diameter ratio tooling

This webinar will cover 3-axis machining with over 10:1 length to diameter ratio tooling, including roughing and finishing. We will discuss cutting strategies, standard tooling and tool holding systems and how to minimize vibration and tool run-out. Learn how to further minimize EDM time, improve your profitability, shorten lead times and increase your competitiveness.

Unique 5 axis machining techniques for Mold Lifters, Inserts and Cavities

Both 3+2 and simultaneous 5 axis machining will be discussed using a unique pyramid fixture equipped to handle 4 parts simultaneously, which maximizes spindle utilization and minimizes the setup time required per part. Makino's new D500 5 axis vertical machining center will be utilized to machine both Die and Mold cavities as well as lifters and inserts. Reduction in tool overhangs and improved performance will be illustrated.

PX5, modified P20, the high performance alternative

This webinar will introduce the mold shop to a new steel, PX5, from International Mold Steel, a modified P20. Makino will demonstrate and discuss the machine ability, material characteristics, physical properties of this new steel using various cutting demonstrations.

Faster burning, lower wire consumption with 0.012-inch wire

Trying to burn faster on a WEDM has always been a trade off--push the burn and risk accuracy and finish problems, or spend more money for larger diameter wire. New 0.012-inch diameter wire technologies provide significantly faster burning speed while using the same or lower poundage of wire as if the job were done with standard 0.010-inch diameter wire. Add to this new technology for wire tensioning and you have the speed and accuracy to satisfy the most demanding customers, while still reducing wire consumption costs.

High Speed Machining of Aluminum Valve Bodies

In this webinar, Makino will demonstrate machining of transmission valve bodies with high performance PCD tooling. Aluminum with high silicon content is difficult to machine with carbide tooling. Using high performance tooling, Makino will demonstrate significantly improved face milling with reduced burring, superior spool bore accuracies, repeatability and surface finishes. In addition, improved cycle times and tool life are also achieved, lowering the cost per part.

New Sinker EDM Technologies

In the past, making an electrode burn faster meant risky, aggressive burn settings by tweaking amperage and on-time settings, shortening off-times, or programming a higher servo value. New EDM technologies can reduce machining times and electrode wear across a wide range of applications, without taking risks.

Cutting large parts with large tools, Apex Precision

In this webinar, Apex Precision will discuss how it uses horizontal machining centers to produce kanban quantities of large cast iron production parts utilizing custom fixtures and combination tooling.

Selecting the right VMC can dramatically impact your die/mold shop profitability

Some shop owners focus only on the initial purchase price of a Vertical Machining Center and overlook critical performance issues that can increase operational costs. These performance issues - and their associated expense - are reflected in every project produced on the machine. This webinar utilizes data from several die/mold work pieces, actually produced on various general purpose VMC's, to evaluate the bottom line financial impact of machine performance. Profitability is evaluated using real world measures - such as cycle time, accuracy, surface-finish, additional hand-working, scrap/re-work costs, tool-life and other factors - to create a realistic economic model of the actual day-to-day impact of selecting the "right" machine for your die mold business.

New Titanium Booster Technology for Ram EDM

At the request of a top tier aerospace manufacturer, Makino has developed specific Titanium booster technology for its sinker EDM's. When it comes to machining extreme L:D ratios or rough and finish machining of large 3-D shapes in titanium alloys, Makino has developed new technology that is both cost and time effective.

Utilizing Vision systems with machine automation

The use of vision systems with robot automation is expanding. Machine tending utilizing robots with vision systems for part pallet or basket loading and unloading will be discussed in this webinar. Part identification, feature location and measurement and pattern matching, even the use of bar codes by robot vision systems for automating horizontal machining centers will also be covered.

Extreme accuracies, blends and tooling matches on long cycle time die/mold parts

This webinar will examine various application examples of very tight tolerances, geometric feature blends and very accurate tooling matches - between different tools - on long cycle time, complex, 3D die and mold parts. Topics that will be discussed include the machine tool technology incorporated in the latest generation Makino V33i - that support and enable these "high-end" applications.

High quality, high precision production of ultra small holes by EDM

Discover a highly precise, and highly effective way of producing ultra fine holes utilizing the EDM process. This technology webinar will introduce an innovative, and highly accurate approach to producing ultra small holes below 0.100mm diameter. We will also illustrate comparisons with laser and conventional micro drilling processes, relative to machining times, and hole quality.

Multisensor Metrology for Micro-Manufacturing

Optical Gaging Products (OGP) will describe a range of sensor technologies that can be used for dimensional measurement of machined parts. Multisensor measuring machines use a combination of sensors, each with particular strengths, to measure various features or dimensions for verification to design drawings. This webinar will explain how optical (vision), touch probe, laser, and various micro-sensors can be used on a single measuring machine to derive extensive data about a part in a single setup. Depending on the machine configuration, dimensions from meters to less than a micron are easily measured. Fully three-dimensional measurement of critical part features and their relationships is easily automated for product development and production.

The Evolution of Lean

In this webinar, Mike MacKay of MacKay Manufacturing presents his Evolution of Lean Manufacturing. Mike's shop has implemented Makino's pallet handling system, the MMC2, and Mike will tell you how he's reduced setup times, labor costs and cost per part while increasing efficiency, productivity and his bottom line.

Improving Wire EDM Performance, the New DUO Series

Hear from two Wire EDM shop owners about their experiences with Makino Wire EDMs, including the new DUO43. These operations are employing the unique Dual wire guide systems of the DUO series, one using Makino's proven Split Precision V-Guide System, the other using the new PICO Precision Wire Guide System. They will share with you how proven WireWizard Technologies such as H.E.A.T., BellyWizard, and SurfaceWizard, combined with new design features, including Makino's Dual Spark generator and High Tension Wire Drive help improve cycle times, surface finishes and part accuracy.

Latest Advancements in Micromachining

This webinar, will outline the basic foundation and peripheral process principles that must be established to predictably create a finished "micro" level part on a consistent basis. The topics that will be outlined are the machine tool construction processes, including customized atmosphere control in the assembly stages of the machine tool, machine installation practices and environmental considerations, critical processing technologies that specifically support the machining processes, cutting tool quality and inspection processes, as well as cutter path generation and in process part inspection. In addition, we will also present similar practices relating to ultra precision EDM part processing.

Achieving Jig Bore Accuracy on a Vertical Machining Center

Jig Grinding accuracies while achieving the speed of a vertical machining center will be discussed in this Webinar. Learn how Makino is applying?simplified cutting approaches with existing technology to counter the specialized experience of a high end Jig Grinding process. Using a 60 HRc example see how Makino applies the proper cutting tool selection, programming approach and cutting conditions to achieve 0.0002" accuracies.

Hard-milling, Cutting Wet and Dry and Graphite - All on One Machine

In today's fast paced, competitive die/mold and precision tooling market, often different projects require different approaches and techniques. Some can be completed on a milling machine using hard-milling techniques. Some components and materials may require using coolant. Then there are other jobs that require the production of a graphite electrode and EDM operation to achieve the final configuration. Pressure to minimize costs - while improving machine and spindle utilization - have forced leading edge shops to reconsider using multiple, dedicated mission types of machines (i.e.: hard-milling, wet cut & graphite) in favor of a single, more economic alternative - a universal (or multi-purpose) machine.The S-56 Vertical Machining Center - known for its hard-milling capability - can be configured for both wet cutting and graphite milling. Mr. Fritz Hoffmann, President of Lunar Tool & Mold, Inc. (North Royalton, Ohio) provides some insight into the flexibility and versatility that this machine has provided to their business.

New 5-Axis Machining Solutions From Makino

Aside from the traditional advantages of five-axis machining, learn how new levels of sustained dynamic accuracy are being achieved through technologies which improve thermal stabilization and maximize volumetric accuracy. Understand key elements that contribute to high performance, high output five-axis machining to improve your part quality and maximize manufacturing output.

New Methods for Extrusion Die Manufacturing

Automated multiple-sided machining which eliminates the need for in-work processing will be discussed in this webinar. This presentation focuses on extrusion die manufacturing, offering process advantages including unattended machine time over traditional machining methods utilizing a versatile horizontal machining center.

New Aerospace Machining Solutions From Makino

Makino, the industry leader in aluminum airframe machining introduces a new manufacturing solution for parts up to 1.5 meters in length. Learn how the continued evolution of Makino's high speed machining technology, offering superior performance and spindle utilization, can quickly impact your business.

Maximizing Productivity in 3D Milling

Makino and Blum will demonstrate new "form control" techniques to show a freshly machined part's accuracy while still in the fixture, and graphically demonstrate and confirm the accuracy compared to the computer model of the part. We will also demonstrate tool length measurement and tool breakage detection.

Pro 5 Control Technologies

Learn about the next generation of Makino's control technology and how a highly integrated, user-friendly control system can improve your machining operations. See how this easy to use control provides the ultimate flexibility, data management, monitoring capability, and maintenance functions and how these features can help improve your manufacturing performance.

Plated Grinding Applications for Horizontal Machining Centers

In this webinar, Makino's Process Development engineers will provide guidelines for producing higher quality parts in fewer operations utilizing single layer abrasive plated grinding methods in a horizontal machining center. Learn when plated grinding is the right choice.

3D Medical Implant Machining

Learn new techniques for reducing your time to market, improving your surface finish and final geometries on complex 3D parts and reducing your cycle times on difficult to machine materials. See case studies where Makino innovations lead to significant improvements and manufacturing excellence.

Choosing a Wire Guide System

Most EDM builders use one kind of wire guide system, but many want more options. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of Split V, Split C and Pico Precision wire guides, and how to choose the one best suited for your specific application.

Automated Die Mold Manufacturing

Learn how to streamline your die and mold manufacturing using advanced control technologies. See how these technologies can eliminate operator intervention and increase throughput.

Hardmilling & Wire EDM Complimentary Processes

Learn how to combine hardmilling and wire EDM processes to reduce overall lead times. See examples of actual parts processed using both operations and learn about some of the practical limitations with combining these cutting methods.

Remote Machine Monitoring

Your shop is closed, but the machines are still running. See how you can monitor your shop's production from anywhere, as long as there is an internet connection.

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Work Zone

Hear how Makino achieves greater productivity and high quality production by maximizing utilization of the entire workzone of a horizontal machining center. There are multiple elements to consider, from machine design to processing techniques and technologies that can be applied to improve your bottom line. Learn how you can achieve accurate results cutting high in "Y" axis.

Unique Solutions for Shaped Fine Hole Machining

Learn about Makino's new solutions for machining shaped fine holes and how this process can benefit your manufacturing operations.

2+3 Machining vs. 5 Axis for Die/Mold Part 2

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, blending, part accuracy and surface finishes possible with 2+3 machining.

Surface Wizard Wire EDM Technology

The latest advancement from Makino in Wire EDM control technology virtually eliminates witness lines in parts with variable and sudden changes in thickness or shape.

Automated 5 Axis Machining

Automation and five-axis machining continues to gain popularity due to their favorable impact on productivity and manufacturing cost reduction. This seminar will illustrate how to combine both technologies to achieve high productivity while also providing high flexibility and ease of use.

EDM For Aerospace Part 2

This webinar, a follow-up to the July 26, 2007 webinar, will briefly review that presentation, and provide complete results of new testing by Makino and a NADCAP certified, independent laboratory. Jeff Kiszonas, EDM Product Line Manager, will discuss recast layer, heat affected zone (HAZ), micro cracking, and micro-hardness test results. See how the Makino SP43 Wire EDM performed in three different aerospace alloys.

Part 4 of Tool Selection For High Performance Hardmilling

In Part 4 of the Tool Selection For High Performance Hardmilling we will discuss milling M4 62Hrc. This Webinar will be mainly focused on tooling and tool life. Feeds speeds and depth of cut as well as Toolpath style will be addressed. What to expect when cutting 60+ Hrc. The tooling that was used in the Part 2 and 3 as well as new CBN tooling will be reviewed and pushed to the limits.

Efficient Milling of 80 HRc Carbide

Learn about new methods to machine carbide blanks in the 80+HRc range. Carbide materials can now be efficiently machined utilizing new hardmilling processes on Makino vertical machining centers. Standard off the shelf CBN cutters are being used to rough, semi-finish and finish the hardest of carbide materials. See actual results from recent cutting tests.

Clyinder Fininishing in CGI - Helical Milling Part2

In this second part of our popular Compacted Graphite Iron seminar, Makino will discuss the results of further tooling and technique tests on an OEM V8 CGI engine block. See how Makino is leading the way in the machining of CGI, the future for applications requiring light weight and high strength.

High Speed Deep Hole Drilling in Aluminum

In this webinar, Makino demonstrates new tooling and techniques for deep hole drilling in Aluminum. Understand the key manufacturing methods and what parameters work best to insure accuracy and improve cycle times.

Tool Selection for High-Performance Hard Milling Part 3

In Part 3 of the Tool Selection For High Performance Hardmilling we will discuss milling S7 58Hrc. What is different from H13 50Hrc. Feeds speeds and depth of cut as well as Toolpath style will be discussed. The tooling that was used in the Part 2 when we discussed H13 50Hrc will be reviewed and evaluated on this harder material.

Back Burning Punches

Bill Paul, Senior RAM EDM Applications Engineer, will discuss how easy it is to back burn punches on a Makino RAM EDM. Learn the unique techniques that were used to produce straight, accurate punches in a variety of customer parts. See how you can reduce burn time in this process by as much as 80% over current conventional methods, while reducing the number of electrodes required by more than 50%.

FF/cam CAM Software

You can apply Makino's years of high speed machining experience to your manufacturing process with FF/cam. Scott Jedele, emSOLVE Business Manager, will discuss how you can leverage Makino's high-speed machining experience in your shop with this powerful software package. They will demonstrate ways to utilize the process templates and manufacturing strategies built into FF/cam to increase machining speeds in complex geometries and 3D shapes.

Advanced EDM processes for Aerospace

The recast layer and Heat Affected Zone (HAZ) left on workpiece surfaces by the EDM process can be a problem in aerospace applications. Advancements in machine tool and generator design, along with spark generation technology, can reduce or eliminate both recast and HAZ. This Webinar will address these two key issues related to the aerospace use of EDM, and how today's EDM technology can be used effectively on exotic aerospace materials.

Think BIG Production Parts

Discover the latest technologies available for large workpiece part production. We will cover large machine design characteristics to enhance productivity, improve precision and speed up your ROI. Actual case studies of large production parts will be used to illustrate how new technologies are improving performance. If you cut BIG parts, plan on attending this Webinar.

Tool selection for Hardmilling Part 2 of 4

In this webinar, Makino shares their industry-leading hardmilling machining techniques in S7 and H13. This is the second of a four part series that will discuss every aspect of machining 50+ HRc materials, including tooling, cutting conditions and tool path generation. In the first installment (May 17), Makino demonstrated how to machine hardened P20. In Part 2 we will show you how to improve your cycle time using the correct tooling and cutting strategies to maximize your throughput in 50+HRc H13 and S7.

Equipment ROI: Machining Cells and Management Systems

To maximize the efficiency of their equipment, many are considering machining cells and management systems. In this seminar, we will discuss the advantages and features of the Makino Machining Complex (MMC2) palletized part delivery system and Makino's Advanced System (MAS) cell controller software. MMC2/MAS systems reduce setup time and automate your production, whether you have a low or high mix of part types. This seminar will explain how Makino's MMC2/MAS systems can help you achieve greater productivity and reduce production costs.

Fixture Design for Automation

One of the primary ingredients of an automated system is an efficient, reliable fixture. In this Webinar, Makino will discuss what you should look for in production workholding for automated cells and systems.

Buyer beware, are specifications really what they seem?

When buying a machining center, you're bombarded with specs. What do they really mean, and how do the inconsistent ways of measuring performance truly stack up?

More Efficient Tool Management

Learn how to effectively manage tools to increase productivity by using logic, hardware, and software. See how your tool monitoring system can seamlessly select spare tools, handle broken tool issues, and track tool history to increase efficiency. Learn the benefits of tool monitoring to decrease consumable costs and increase efficiency. Makino will show you how to create "smart" processes by using part probing to improve quality, and decrease operator dependency.

Tool Selection for High-Performance Hardmilling

In this Webinar, Makino shares their industry-leading machining techniques with you. This is the first of a four part series that will discuss every aspect of machining from tooling, cutting conditions and tool path generation. In this first installment, we will be demonstrating how to machine P20 material. We will show you how to improve your cycle time using the correct tooling and cutting strategies to maximize your through put. Look for future sessions on H13 and D2 in the near future.

Flexible Aerospace Grinding, and the New G5 HMC

Discover newfound efficiencies in applications involving difficult-to-machine materials and extraordinary finish requirements. Real case studies will illustrate how this new 5-axis, multi-tasking machine overcomes traditional limitations to remove non-value-added time in the manufacturing process.

The Complete Solution: Turnkey Engineering Services

With more than two decades of successful installations, Makino has delivered more turnkey engineering solutions than any other OEM machine tool company. This Webinar will show you how focused, expert project management will start you on schedule. It will also detail what to look for in a supplier and the importance of a successful supplier-manufacturer relationship.

Improving Chip and Coolant Management

Chip and Coolant management can often play an important role in improving your manufacturing efficiencies. This Makino webinar will discuss methods to improve machine utilization, reduce maintenance and direct labor costs. Hear tips from some of the experts in the field of coolant applications that will improve your manufacturing processes.

Increasing Productivity with Preventive Maintenance

Without question, it's the best way to keep your machines up and running at peak performance. In this seminar, Makino will discuss the advantages of preventive maintenance, and the risks associated with not doing it.

Getting the Most Bang for the Buck with your Capital Equipment

Proper financing of your capital equipment can make a big difference for your bottom line. Chris Lyle of Makino's Capital Services will discuss how to get the most out of your capital equipment investment in this seminar, making more dollars and sense from your investment in new technology.

2+3 Machining vs. 5-axis for Die/Mold

In this seminar, 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, blending, part accuracy and surface finishes possible with 2+3 machining.

Machine Features that Reduce Part Variability in Production Operations

To produce parts quickly and accurately, without scrap, there are technologies that can easily be applied and meet 6-sigma requirements. Makino will share some of its experience with machine features that reduce part variability.

High Speed Machining in Large Airframe Applications

Big is an understatement when it comes to many airframe machining applications today. Makino will discuss how its MAG series 5-axis horizontal machining centers have revolutionized the way large, aluminum parts are machined.

Weldless Molding Technologies

Can a mold really be made that creates no weld or knit lines? Absolutely. In this seminar, Makino will demonstrate weldless molding capabilities only possible with new, cutting edge technologies and techniques.

Does High Pressure Coolant make a difference?

High-pressure coolant is an important tool to improve productivity and quality. See how companies are applying high-pressure coolant and understand how your bottom line can benefit.

Tool Length Measurement for Die/Mold

Any manufacturing advantage could be the winning margin on a die/mold project. Since tool length measurement is a necessary and repetitive task, saving just a little time (and effort) can return major benefits and provide a true economic edge. Tool length measurement can provide a means of reducing labor content, eliminating errors, improving accuracy, cutting set-up times, boosting productivity, increasing machine utilization, slashing lead-times and reducing costs.

Error-proofing Your Production Manufacturing Operation

Error-proofing your process can maximize throughput and speed up your entire operation. Let Makino show you how to eliminate common problems in production operations.

The World's Most Accurate Sinker EDM

Need unbelievable positional accuracy and repeatability? In this seminar, Makino demonstrates the world's most accurate sinker EDM, the EDAC1, capable of accuracy and repeatability in the millionths

Milling 50 HRc in the Real World

Corey Greenwald, owner of Hard Milling Solutions, will discuss how his shop uses Makino technology and know-how to mill 50+ HRc molds that require little or no benching.

Burning Past the Competition

Makino's H.E.A.T. (High-Energy Applied Technology) can boost your Wire EDM speed up to 40 percent, letting you burn past the competition.

New Techniques for High-Mix, Low-Volume Production

Moving toward customized, just-in-time production? Let Makino show you what machining technologies and techniques will help your high-mix, low-volume manufacturing process.

Micro-milling

The proper processes and machining strategies are critical in micro-mold building and other miniature manufacturing industries. Learn about specific requirements and limitations in tool holding, programming, cutter technologies, and tool-length measurement.

Large Mold Machining Part 2

Big molds bring unique concerns. Learn how the new V99 vertical machining center cuts large molds with extreme accuracy and precision.

Large Mold Machining Part 1

Learn about new concepts such as simultaneous three-axis machining and slanted hole machining on very large mold parts. We'll also be discussing new techniques in setup reduction, cycle time reduction and improvements in surface finish, now possible with a new generation of HMC designed for large molds.

New Advances in Titanium Milling

See the latest titanium machining advancements that can significantly lower your cost per part, including new methods for increased metal removal rates with extended tool life.

Lean Cellular Automation - Makino J Series

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.

CGI Machining

Compacted Graphite Iron is the future for applications requiring light weight and high strength, like diesel engines. Learn how Makino is leading the way in machining this difficult material.

I'm Packing H.E.A.T.

High-Energy Applied Technology, H.E.A.T., smokes the Wire EDM competition, cutting parts 35 percent to 50 percent faster and holding tolerances of form and straightness to .0002" with one roughing pass. Jeff Kiszonas, EDM product manager, shows how these results are being achieved in real-world applications.

Latest in Horizontal Machining Centers

See how the latest advances in HMC technology from the industry's leader-Makino-can improve your machining operations, especially with large parts and difficult-to-machine materials.

Automation

It's the ultimate tool in helping to reduce machining costs. A Makino Regional Manager shows how to apply the latest automation techniques to your operation -- whether you're a production unit, a job shop or a die and mold operation.

The Fine Art of Micro Hole Machining

This webinar opens the doors to processes, electrode requirements and dielectric needs of EDM machining fine holes down to 0.002 inches successfully. Presented by Bill Paul, Application Engineer at Makino

Smart Tools

Stan Weiderman, Process Development Engineer, examine eliminating the need for special purpose machinery. These unique tools can reduce cycle times, setups and costs while enhancing quality and throughput.

Ram EDM Lead Time Reduction

Jeff Kiszonas, EDM product manager, discusses how to reduce lead-time in the Ram EDM process.

Grinding on Horizontal Machining Centers

A Makino Process Development Engineer discusses how Makino combined grinding and traditional machining center processes to create a significantly more productive grinding solution.

Innovative Fixturing

Tim Jones, Makino's HMC Product Line Manager, and Bob Kuzner, Makino's Applications Engineer Team Leader, examine improving throughput, quality and process reliability with unique and innovative fixtures and workholding.

5-Axis Aluminum Machining for Aerospace

Learn what technologies and techniques are needed to succeed in today's aerospace supply chain. Alan Hollatz, Makino's aerospace proposal engineer, discusses how manufacturers are using 5-axis machines to create aluminum parts for the aerospace industry.

Lowering Your Cost of Machining

Makino 1-series horizontal machining centers have reduced machining costs for U.S. manufacturers. Explore real case studies with shops that have achieved it.

Simple Steps to Lean Mold Manufacturing

You can't ignore lean anymore - pricing is too tight and the lead-times too short. In this seminar, Tim Jones, Makino's HMC Product Line Manager, discusses simple steps to get your mold shop lean.

Achieve Superior Surface Finishes

Want to reduce or even eliminate hand-polishing of complex, intricate molds? John Bradford, Makino's EDM application team leader, discusses how to produce parts with a superior surface finish using Makino's proprietary HQSFTM technology.

Built for Die/Mold

Bill Howard, VMC product manager, outlines seven key elements required to create a machine tool truly built for the challenges of die and mold applications. To achieve superior finishes and high-definition, high-feedrate machining of three-dimensional shapes and contours requires outstanding machine tool rigidity and accuracy. All machines are NOT created equal-see for yourself.

Hard Milling Solutions

Focuses on the latest techniques in high-speed machining of HRC 60 and harder materials for die or mold applications. Learn tips and tricks you can use to mill the toughest steels.

Think Small: Micromachining and Milling

Lee Richmond, Micro Market Manager, presents the new machines from Makino that can be deployed today to achieve the part-replication speed and precision needed for cost-effective micromachining today.

Competing Globally in the Mold Market

Bill Howard, VMC product manager, discusses the latest advancements in high-performance machining, tooling, and techniques, coupled with the volumetric accuracies made possible through today's advanced machining centers, providing a different approach to mold burning.

What's Hot in Wire EDM?

Jeff Kiszonas, EDM product manager, discusses running a straighter part faster with Makino's unique BellyWIZARD technologies. Learn about all of Makino's advanced cutting technologies which enhance cycle times, accuracy and finishes.

Automation and Integration Machining to the Max

Tim Jones, horizontal machining center product manager, and Dave Walton, project engineer team leader for Integration services, discuss how to develop the most effective production solution to reduce your cost per part.