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With larger strokes and pallet size vs. the MAG1, the MAG3 integrates 33k RPM / 130 kW spindle with rapid machine movement rates to maximize metal removal capabilities. The MAG3 can be integrated with an automatic pallet transfer and storage system for extended periods of unattended operation.

The N2-5XA 5-axis horizontal machining center is specifically designed for high-productivity machining of compact footprint workpieces, making it ideal for machining of a range of medical market workpiece types.

Presenter: William Howard - VMC Product Line Manager 5-axis machining and automation are two of the driving trends in Vertical Machining Centers today. It's easy to understand why. Individually, each of these components lead to improvements in utilization, quality and productivity. What happens...

Implementing an integrated tooling system proved to be this mold shop's first step toward automated operation of its electrical discharge machines and graphite mills. Today, the shop's robotic cells can run around the clock in an unattended mode.   ON THE PATH...

THE CHALLENGE Abipa Canada Inc. of Laval, Quebec, is a Tier 2 supplier of small to mid-sized aircraft engine and structural components. The company wanted to be more competitive with low-labor-cost countries and realized that having stand-alone machining centers with an operator...

Inspired by the best design features of both vertical and horizontal machine platforms, the Makino DA300 vertical machine center delivers the highest production of multi-axis workpieces within the smallest of machine footprint.

CHALLENGE Creating complex parts from hard metals is a specialty of JWD Machine Inc. The company, located in Fife, Wash., works with some of the largest aerospace manufacturers in the world.     Working with titanium is challenging and costly, and in order to stay...

Manufacturers ready to take their business to the next level need faster turnaround, bigger jobs and more work. When you use a Makino milling machine for high speed milling, you can work faster and complete jobs in less time at a lower cost per part.

To be competitive today, medical parts 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...

Unigraphics Solutions, a recognized leader in the CAD/CAM/CAE market,developed the 5-Axis NURBS-based tool path to enhance its machining productofferings and allow companies to gain greater productivity.   UNIGRAPHICS ON NURBS ST. LOUIS (9/11/98) — Unigraphics...