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Host: John Einberger – HMC Product Line Manager Special Guest: David Walton – Director of Engineering In this live presentation, Dave Walton, Makino’s Director of Engineering and HMC Product Line Manager John Einberger will share three unique customer requests they encountered...

If smart machine networking is making you feel not-so-smart, then join Jose Zamora as he gives you a lesson in “geek speak.” He'll break down complex IT terminology into simple terms, explain the basics of how machines connect to a network, and tell you why it's important to separate...

Thanks to the advent of real-time production software and hardware, getting the most out of a shop floor environment is just a click away. When multiple machines are connected on a single network, manufacturers can use data-monitoring software to store and analyze high volumes of actionable machine...

Losing the Headache by Using the Right Approach If you’ve ever machined titanium, you’re likely all too familiar with the massive headaches it can cause. While it’s a preferred material of designers, Ti 6Al-4V presents unique and formidable challenges to anyone on the spindle side...

In a high volume or automated production environment, poor fixture design can cause numerous disruptions and interfere with operations. Not only are these delays frustrating and create unnecessary headaches, they can quickly deplete profits. That’s why it’s essential to incorporate a well-thought-out...

E. Bud Guitrau has joined the growing staff of Makino as Western Regional Sales Manager for the EDM Group.   MAKINO NAMES GUITRAU WESTERN REGIONAL MANAGER Heads Up Regional EDM Sales Group MASON, OH – June 2006 – E. Bud Guitrau has joined the...

Runoff Requirements 1.67 Cpk on critical features Tooling 21 tools Special tooling: finish bore for crankshaft alignment, finish, bearing bore and flange hub O.D., flange undercut, flange chamfer, rough thrust face, rough, semi...

Machines 1 J88 / Stand-alone installation Runoff Requirements 10 continuous pieces Cpk > 1.96 and PC% 51%. Process capability run 32 PC, 8 hours,  Cpk > 1.47 and PC% 68% Tooling 9 tools Parts Automotive...

Engine cylinder head (2) Machines 1 A77 5-axis / Stand-alone installation Runoff Requirements 1.67 Cpk on all features Tooling 30 tools  Special tooling: High-speed drills (700 sfm), approximately...

Steering Knuckle Tooling 12 tools  Special tooling: Combination tool to drill, face chamfer and circle interpolate back side chamfer.  1:6 taper drill. Face and back side debur tool. Machines 24...