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The V33i Graphite features a low-vibration, high-speed spindle and Makino’s proprietary SGI.5 control to deliver high-accuracy, high-speed machining.

The Challenge SEW Eurodrive of Lyman, S.C., first began looking into automated manufacturing systems during the late ’90s.The company sought automation as a means to enhance efficiency and competitiveness. SEW appointed a team to begin researching automation solutions to help improve productivity,...

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...

The D800Z 5-axis vertical machining center can be configured with either a 12,000 RPM, HSK-A100 or a 18,000 RPM, HSK – A100 spindle providing more spindle horsepower and torque for larger part applications machining ideal for high-performance die / mold shops.
 

Tucked away in Fowlerville, Michigan, is a world-class blueprint for anti-lock brake system (ABS) manufacturing. It is there that TRW manufactures and assembles millions of ABS systems each year for automotive manufacturers, including General Motors, Chrysler, and Isuzu. TRW...

THE CHALLENGE DV Systems of Barrie, Ontario, Canada, produces 500 different models of air compressors. With plans to build upon a growing customer base in the United States, it sought to improve its competitiveness. The company hoped that replacing its outdated equipment would give...

THE CHALLENGE Quincy Compressor in Bay Minette, Ala., makes rotary screw and piston air compressors, vacuum pumps and air treatment products. It manufactures these products totally in-house—making the parts, assembling the compressors and getting them out the door. Created...

THE CHALLENGE Quality, customer service and innovation are critical to AFAB Precision Machining. In order to drive success in each of these areas, AFAB goes to great lengths to ensure customer success. The Lake Forest, Calif., company specializes in precision parts for the medical...

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...

THE CHALLENGE For several decades, Holland Molds of Wadena, Minn., has been producing plastic injection molds primarily for the medical market. The company also supports businesses in the automotive, aerospace and recreational industries.   When it reached the limitations...