Think you have to use a 50 taper machine to effectively cut your iron applications? Think again. Reduce your cycle time and capital expenditure by utilizing the new technologies and spindle power within Makino’s 40 taper horizontal machining centers, the a51nx and a61nx. This webinar will discuss...
Join us for an informational webinar to learn how the new a51nx and a61nx horizontal machining centers can take your manufacturing applications to the next level of productivity and efficiency. These CNC machines are redefining the boundaries of 40-taper machining by expanding your capability, capacity,...
THE CHALLENGE MacKay Manufacturing is a high-mix, low-volume job shop in Spokane, Wash. The majority of the products it manufactures are medical and aerospace components made of steel. Years ago, as the economy slowed and competition ramped up, MacKay was determined to...
Having limited floor space for your machines should not mean that you limit your productivity! Small parts production on a traditional compact vertical machining center requires compromises. Limited milling capabilities, poor spindle utilization and poor chip management erode your efficiencies and profit...
THE CHALLENGE Mathews, Inc. is a well-respected brand in the bowhunting world. In fact, it is the largest grossing bow manufacturer, producing 750 bows per day. The company’s owner has a lifelong passion for the sport, and the Sparta, Wis., company is continually innovating...
THE CHALLENGE Mid-State Machine Products of Winslow, Maine, works with large part production components with intricate geometric tolerances, especially in difficult-to-machine alloys. The company serves customers in the defense, gas- and oil-exploration, and power-generation industries...
Makino’s APC Compact Vertical Machining Center - Slim3n APC, provides high performance and extremely efficient machining for high volume part production. An integral pallet changer facilitates setting up on one pallet and machining on the other pallet simultaneously to reduce setup time and increase...
The large stroke T4 5-Axis horizontal machining center combines a standard HSK-A125 interface, 1500 N-m spindle with Active Dampening and Thermal Stabilizer systems to achieve high metal removal rates with outstanding tool life and process stability.
Planning to increase manufacturing capacity by adding another low cost VMC? Maybe it is time to evaluate how to achieve lower costs, increased profits, lean operation and reduced lead-times by switching to a horizontal machining center. This webinar will compare the use - and associated costs - of utilizing...
Imagine reducing part cycle times by as much as 75%. Makino’s machining centers combine grinding and milling in one machine helping you reduce non-cut, setup and tool-changing times.