Tom Frick, owner of Intricate EDM of Columbia, cranks out a lot of big business by replacing his aging wire EDM machine to keep up with the demands of his customers and turnaround jobs more quickly with Makino HEAT wire EDM machines.
Learn how Makino M-codes, control parameters and programming formats can work together to take out significant chunks of a part’s cycle time. In a fast paced review of your machine’s capabilities, we will analyze how parallel processing and special functions allow you to perform tool changes,...
Both 3+2 and simultaneous 5 axis machining will be discussed using a unique pyramid fixture equipped to handle 4 parts simultaneously, which maximizes spindle utilization and minimizes the setup time required per part. Makino's new D500 5 axis vertical machining center will be utilized to machine...
This webinar will examine various application examples of very tight tolerances, geometric feature blends and very accurate tooling matches - between different tools - on long cycle time, complex, 3D die and mold parts. Topics that will be discussed include the machine tool technology incorporated in...
Hear how Makino achieves greater productivity and high quality production by maximizing utilization of the entire workzone of a horizontal machining center. There are multiple elements to consider, from machine design to processing techniques and technologies that can be applied to improve your bottom...
Learn how to effectively manage tools to increase productivity by using logic, hardware, and software. See how your tool monitoring system can seamlessly select spare tools, handle broken tool issues, and track tool history to increase efficiency. Learn the benefits of tool monitoring to decrease consumable...
EDM’ers have always been challenged to produce fine surface finishes in shorter and shorter lead times combined with low electrode wear. In this webinar, Makino will discuss new performance technologies and methods to improve your die or mold applications and produce consistent, fine finishes over...
What if a machine tool could quickly evaluate its accuracy and make adjustments to improve roundness and contour machining? Today’s control technology can accomplish this and even more. Makino’s new Geometric Intelligence software (GI.4) includes a new feature, Preparation for High Accuracy...