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The Challenge  Innovation Mold & Design in Germantown, Wis., wanted to transform from a supplier of tooling and die/mold components for 10 regional customers to a fully capable mold shop serving dozens of customers in a variety of industries with demanding requirements for tolerances and...

Makino a800Z 5-axis Horizontal Machining Center builds upon the industry-leading performance and reliability of our nx-series four-axis HMC’s, adding a factory-built and fully integrated “Z-type” fifth axis to accommodate today’s more complex part geometry challenges in a minimum...

To be competitive today, manufacturers must leverage the most advanced technology while keeping a pulse on maximizing long-term reliability, accuracy, and ROI. With many low-cost solutions available, it’s important to calculate a machine’s true ROI before making a purchase. While low-cost...

Will cover topics related to EDM machining and EDM technology Auburn Hills, Michigan – February 2008 – Makino has launched a weblog for all EDM users at www.EDMmatters.com. The blog will cover topics such as EDM technology, machine design, consumable use, and other topics related to EDM. “It’s...

  MASON, OHIO - JUNE 2009 - Makino's highly acclaimed online seminar series reached a new milestone on June 4, with the 100th seminar broadcast. All 100 seminars are available in Makino's online seminar library (www.makino.com/library). These online events cover a wide variety of machining...

Latest version of Makino’s SuperSpark technology reduces deep-rib roughing by up to 30 percent Auburn Hills, Michigan – January 2012 – Makino releases the latest version of its industry-leading SuperSpark sinker EDM technology, SuperSpark IV. Building on the advancements of its...

Cycle time reduction has become a key area of opportunity for organizations that are under increasing pressure to get more done with fewer resources in order to remain competitive. By reducing cycle time organizations can reduce cost (or opportunity cost), increase quality, and improve customer service....

To stay competitive, today's manufacturers must balance significant investments in current technology with the overall return on those investments. THE RIGHT MACHINING INVESTMENT PAYS BIG DIVIDENDS To stay competitive, today’s manufacturers must balance significant...

The adage "don't put all of your eggs in one basket" certainly rings true for Sipco Molding Technologies of Meadville, Pennsylvania. Today, the company provides design and engineering, precision machining, custom injection molding, and mold-making services to the auto-motive, electronics,...

SITUATION Cast Technologies is a family-owned-and-operated foundry and machine shop that got its start 120 years ago making brass plumbing products. Today, the Peoria, Ill., company primarily machines aluminum and brass diesel engine, transmission and earth-moving components such...