In response to these dwindling lead times, Moldmakers evaluated its processes and realized an equipment upgrade would let them take on additional projects that had extremely short lead times. At the heart of the upgrade was a pair of Makino EDNC65 RAM EDM machines. AUTOMATED...
Event is scheduled to complement North American International Auto Show Jan. 15-16 in Auburn Hills, Mich. Auburn Hills, Mich. – December 5, 2013 – Makino announces its Automotive Technology Days, a two-day event to be held January 15 and 16, to coincide with the North American International...
Experience new advanced machining technologies and automation solutions in booth S-8700 With abundant opportunities for growth in the North American manufacturing market, Makino is set to demonstrate the latest machining solutions to keep businesses thriving at the 2014 International Manufacturing...
THE CHALLENGE As the moldmaking industry grew more competitive, Build-A-Mold (BAM) wanted to apply a production mentality to its custom mold making in order to open up capacity. To accomplish this goal, the Windsor, Ontario, Canada, company knew that it could no longer operate effectively...
Unified control software boosts performance, reduces cycle time, streamlines machine operation Auburn Hills, Mich. – October 8, 2015 – Makino announced today that its suite of Hyper Technologies, previously introduced for U-Series wire EDM machines, is now rolling out to the company’s...
Company illustrates the advantages of adaptive automation through a variety of unique automation systems featuring Makino’s latest machining and engineering solutions in booth S-8700 Mason, Ohio – June 20, 2016 – With abundant opportunities for growth in the North American...
NASCAR racing has become big business as companies ranging from Procter & Gamble to the Cartoon Network continue to pour sponsorship dollars into the sport. In fact, one might say the cars resemble rolling billboards more than high-performance race machines. But beneath the hood it’s all business,...
Many manufacturers are facing multiple challenges to stay profitable and competitive. Some of these include price, delivery and intense competition. COMPETING GLOBALLY: IN THE MOLD MARKET Using Manufacturing as a Competitive Weapon Many manufacturers—large...
Over the past several years there has been an increased interest in micro machining technology that has captured the imagination of every manufacturing and industry segment; from aerospace, medical appliance and the automotive world, the potential for product miniaturization continues to grow and while...