With larger X and Y travels and pallet size compared to the MAG3 series machines, the Makino MAG4 provides 5-sided accessibility to larger structural components like wing ribs. The MAG4 integrates the 33k RPM / 130 kW spindle with rapid acceleration and through spindle coolant capability to maximize...
THE CHALLENGE Dynamic NC is a manufacturer of complex structural aircraft and engine-mount components. The Wichita-area supplier is highly focused on taking steps to reduce its unit price, because it knows its costs affect everything moving up the aviation supply chain. This is...
THE CHALLENGE Townsend Machine Inc., of Chesterfield, N.J., performs part production and die/mold machining for a variety of markets, including water treatment, pump and aerospace. Some of its parts resemble standard plumbing pipes; but because they are used in aircraft construction,...
Many machine shops may avoid taking on intricate aerospace machining work because they have already made investments in four-axis machining centers, and aerospace work mostly requires five-axis capability. “Aircraft structural and turbo machinery components very often have surfaces that...
Mason, Ohio – June 2018 – Intoducing Makino's newest editon to the family of high capability horizontal machining centers, the five axis a500Z. This versatile machine builds upon the industry leading performance and reliability of our nx-series four axis HMC’s, adding a factory...