The whole industry seems to be discussing this topic. Here's what Modern Machine Shop has to say about additives solving EDM surface finish problems. ADDITIVE SOLVES EDM SURFACE FINISH PROBLEM DDM and HQSFTM Makino’s...
Matrix Tooling, Inc. and Matrix Plastic Products specialize in building difficult-to-produce precision molds for the most demanding plastics applications. Located in the Chicago suburb of Wood Dale, Illinois, the company prides itself on blending old- world craftsmanship with the industry's leading-edge...
Two years ago, Gerg Tool & Die (St. Marys, PA), which specializes in dies and tooling for the powdered metal industry, was looking for an EDM sinker machine for a specific part. The company had tried to use its existing equipment to manufacture this part, but was having difficulty achieving the accuracy...
THE CHALLENGE Little Lakes Machine & Tool of Stratford, Ontario, specializes in custom tooling for powdered metal parts. These tools are put under a lot more stress than typical molds and the materials are rated very high in hardness and abrasiveness. Most of the materials used in the company’s...
Presenters: Kevin Bier - National Sales Manager - EDM Consumables Marc Bay - Market Segment Manager Tune in to part-two, of this three-part, Makino Experience Center event, on EDM Consumables. Multiple topics will be covered, including: Wire EDM Filters Importance of proper filtration. Evaluating...
Sturman Moore has some firm ideas about where his industry is heading. CUTTING LEAD TIMES AT CAMBRIDGE Sturman Moore has some firm ideas about where his industry is heading. "The prime strategic imperative in the die/mold business today is to shorten leadtimes,"...
Nypro Puerto Rico, the first offshore facility for the eighth largest injection molder, needed an infusion of new technology in the mold building capacity at its Nypro Technology Center (NTC). NYPRO - OVERHAULING THE SHOP FLOOR Nypro Puerto Rico, the first...
With its unique double-slant structure for rigidity, the a500Z maximizes metal removal rates and expands tool life. The “Z-type” accommodates complex geometric parts.The long-life, high-performance spindles boost productivity, and the active machine components temperature control increases...
Makino is excited to announce the newest addition to our family of high capability horizontal machining centers, the five axis a900Z.
THE CHALLENGE Over the years, Walker Forge in Clintonville, Wis., has stayed at the forefront of die-machining technologies. The company designs and builds its own forging dies to serve the transportation, energy, agriculture and construction industries. It strives to accurately...