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A 1.0mmØ x 50mm electrode featuring a 0.014mmØ pure tungsten rod tip was mounted to the spindle collet holder of a Makino EDFH1 sinker EDM. A precision ground copper tungsten dressing block was mounted to the machine's table. The EDFH1's Auto Precision Dressing macro was used to dress electrode...

THE CHALLENGE Summit Tooling in McHenry, Ill., has the capabilities to provide all of its part processing—from design to production—under one roof. The company is known for the prototype molds it creates for diverse businesses in the medical, packaging, electronics and...

THE CHALLENGE Facing increasing global competition and the demand for lower pricing, TK Mold & Engineering of Romeo, Mich., sought new technology that could help it apply a production mindset to its automotive mold manufacturing operations. TK Mold wanted to produce its high-quality...

Advanced technologies and increased capacity drive new levels of productivity for job shop production environments. Building on its highly successful PS-Series product line, Makino introduces the next-generation PS65 and PS105 vertical machining centers. Both models feature enhanced design characteristics...

CHALLENGE Producing medium to large molds is a specialty of Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing Ltd. This global manufacturer serves a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, recreational and commercial. The company excels in applications with high glass content...

Makino is demonstrating the latest in productivity and flexibility at IMTS 2000. Its A55E high-speed horizontal machining center is equipped with a Modular Machining Complex (MMC).   CELL CONTROL TECHNOLOGY MAKES PART CHANGEOVERS FAST AND SIMPLE Mason, OH - September...

Gemel Precision Tool Company, Inc. has maintained quality performance in the medical products packaging market for over 30 years. Its customers demand consistency and tight, precise tolerances of critical radii in the design and manufacturing of perforation and cutting dies for pharmaceutical blister...

Unlock Efficiency with the Makino EDAF Series Sinker EDM Watch this brief video to see how the fully digital generator on Makino EDAF Sinker EDM machines optimizes performance by reducing electrode wear, lowering power consumption, and shortening cycle times—all while boosting productivity. Discover...

Changing the dielectric water filters on Makino Wire EDM machines is designed to be quick, easy and mess-free. In this Tech Tip, Makino EDM Applications Engineer demonstrates just how simple the process is—ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. See how effortless maintenance can keep...

Makino Wire EDM machines feature dual flushing pumps that allow for independent, dynamic control of flushing pressure to the upper and lower heads. This advanced capability enhances: Greater precision in machining Faster cutting speeds for improved efficiency Reduced wire breaks for uninterrupted operation...