As head milling applications engineer for Makino, Ron Field spends most of his time helping die and mold manufacturers implement high-speed machining applications. From this hands-on experience, Field has developed a list of commonly held misconceptions about high-speed machining.
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In today's fast paced, competitive die/mold and precision tooling market, often different projects require different approaches and techniques. Some can be completed on a milling machine using hard-milling techniques. Some components and materials may require using coolant. Then there are other jobs...
Makino defines micro-machining and discusses Makino's technology in this area. In this presentation, Makino references a real-world case study and makes comparisons between milling and EDM, and discusses micro-milling supporting technologies. Makino shows how to hold tolerances to microns and achieve...
Makino invites Corey Greenwald, co-owner of Hardmilling Solutions, and Makino machine tool owner, to discuss how he approaches milling of 50+ HRc hardened materials. Greenwald shares examples of materials and parts he has cut successfully. In addition, Craig McQueen of Makino's Die/Mold Center in...