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This mid-size, 5-axis vertical machine center, D Series machine is popular in the aerospace and die/mold markets.  Configured with DD-motor driven tilt and rotary axes, the D500 provides the speed and accuracy to be productive in a wide variety of 5-axis workpieces and materials.

Work Setting Error Compensation (WSEC) Simplified Join Jim Walters and Matt Nyer, Sr. Application Engineers for Makino/SST for their 5-Axis Technologies Series where they break down basic options for multi-axis machining. With over 40 years’ combined experience, they are the perfect pair for...

Auburn Hills, Mich. – July 18, 2013 – Makino is pleased to announce a special one-day event that focuses on new developments in micromanufacturing processes and equipment. The Makino Micromachining Conference is slated to take place Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Makino...

Pyramid Mold & Tool started business operations very humbly 10 years ago, growing from the garage hobby of owner Stephen Hoare to its current position as a leading Los Angeles-area die/mold operation. Pyramid now competes against the best mold shops in the world.   BUILDING...

CHALLENGE Patriot Machine Inc. specializes in producing intricate parts and assemblies for the aerospace industry. Vice president Bob Burns prides himself and the company on innovation. That’s why when increased demand for better fuel efficiency in the aerospace industry led...

There is no magic formula for discovering the optimum number of parts that can be placed on your fixture, though a few general rules apply. In essence, the optimum configuration point is a cross between the cycle time of a part and the number of parts per fixture. One must also consider that different...

With a focus on high-precision small hole drilling and excellent edge quality, these also have the flexibility to execute standard ram EDM operations.

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...

Join us for an informative webinar Small structural titanium components are counted in hundreds on the frame of the aircrafts. The suppliers are asked to deliver faster and at lower price. How to be profitable in this market? Our expert, Andrea Biscardi, application engineer in Makino Europe will ...