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Presenters: William Howard - VMC Product Line Manager What are the key factors of machine tool precision? Join this Makino Experience Center for an overview of how machine design and construction affect precision. Explore how machine geometries, positioning accuracy, repeatability and kinematics,...

Presenter: David Ward - Product Marketing Manager We have great news for the Aerospace Industry! You won't want to miss the unveiling of the MAG4 5-Axis HMC during this exclusive Makino Experience Center event. Join Sr. Product Manager, David Ward, as he introduces an expansion to the industry-leading...

The aerospace industry is facing unprecedented challenges, particularly related to the commercial side of the industry. Although the recovery is beginning, production rates are significantly reduced and could continue for a significant amount of time. The pressure will be intense on suppliers to keep...

SITUATION Known for its skill in machining titanium and other hard metals, Chicopee Manufacturing is an industry leader. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, just outside of Toronto, the company produces components for the world’s biggest aerospace players.     The...

The Challenge  Triumph Structures–Wichita is a division of Triumph Group, a global leader in manufacturing and overhauling aerospace structures, systems and components. In Wichita, Kan., Triumph makes a variety of jet aircraft and helicopter parts, including large aluminum wing skins,...

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SITUATION Located in Newberg, Ore., Wolcott Design Services is a small job shop that specializes in design and prototyping for the sport racing, electronics and outdoor equipment industries. Bob Wolcott owns and operates the company and oversees daily management and operation of...

THE CHALLENGE Sandy Bay Machine, Inc., located in Rockport, Mass., specializes in all elements of metal working, with an emphasis on machining radio frequency, microwave and millimeter wave, fiber optic components and high-output production. Because of the high-tech nature...

THE CHALLENGE CS Tool Engineering of Cedar Springs, Mich., produces plastic injection and compression molds for the automotive industry. It also makes molds for a variety of consumer products. As business was ramping up for CS Tool, the company was in need of an equipment...

THE CHALLENGE Axxis Corporation produces parts used in the energy, aerospace, automotive aftermarket and medical device markets. The Perris, Calif., shop wanted to improve flexibility and labor efficiencies to drive down part costs for its customers. The company was looking...