Makino’s precision EDM technology is leveling the playing field, enabling even smaller job shops to compete—and win—EDM work. Our EDM machines deliver faster processing times, lower costs and superior surface finishes, making even the most complex part geometries achievable with ease.
Having sparks and flaming chips during machining are finally a good thing! In this webinar you will learn about the fastest method of milling nickel-based alloys such as Inconel; high speed machining using ceramic tooling. We will be discussing what it takes to successfully use solid ceramic tools in...
A sinker EDM's mass and dampening qualities improve the accuracy of electrode positioning in the spark gap, which, in turn, improves machining speed and finish. SHOPPING FOR RELIABILITY An automatic wire threader fails, halting overnight production on an...
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...
High-torque, high-thrust integral drive spindle now available on three HMCs MASON, OH--January 2006--Makino’s unique, high-torque and high-thrust spindle is now available on three different horizontal machining centers to provide unparalleled productivity and reliability that helps customers...
High-speed graphite milling helped bring Howmet Tempcraft’s technology into the 90’s—and its bottom line into the black. After a string of unprofitable years, this investment casting maker had to find a way to move more product out the door faster or risk succumbing — permanently perhaps — to competitive...
Makino announces the new iQ300 Precision Micromachining Center which incorporates Makino’s latest advancements in machine and spindle design, and unparalleled component temperature control. In addition, the machine utilizes 0.005 micron scale feedback for superior sub-micron accuracy. “Electronic...
Learn how to lower your cost up to 50% using Makino's closed-loop tolerance control process to replace manual jig grinding. The presentation will explain how you can hard-mill and finish-grind in a single setup including in machine-probing inspection. The current method of processing the five...
Presenter: Craig Voss - Milling Product Manager Take a closer look at the Makino Slim 5n 5-axis (4+1) vertical machining center and see how it’s redefining productivity on the shop floor. Watch real milling and drilling footage with metal removal rates reaching 70 in³/min in aluminum...