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Methods Machine Tools Celebrates Milestone
This is their 60th year in the machine tool business.
Take 5-Axis Machining of Aerospace Parts to the Next Level
Machining aerospace components involves very long cycle times and often high raw material costs that present competitive challenges for OEMs and production job shops alike. But here are two examples of how the latest CAD-CAM-CNC workflow can improve design-to-part protocols, machining time, tool life, surface finish, dimensional accuracies and overall production efficiencies.
GM Recognizes Heller Machine Tools for Supplier Excellence
They are the 2017 Supplier of the Year for indirect material and machinery.
Mazak Executive is Honored
Brian Papke is inducted into the Northern Kentucky Business Hall of Fame.
INDEX Announces New Distributors
Part of their revitalized sales and service strategy includes partnering with new distributors and realigning sales territories.
How to Machine Demanding Mold and Die Jobs for High-Tech Work
The flexible Mikron HSM 500 Graphite high speed mill from GF Machining Solutions is an all-in-one system that combines the features of a dedicated graphite machine with the flexibility of their HSM 500 high speed milling platform to reliably and repeatedly provide the highest level of precision.
Hybrid Multi-Tasking Center for 3D Fabrication and Cladding of Parts
The MU-8000V LASER EX hybrid multitasking CNC machine from Okuma combines laser metal deposition with subtractive machining capabilities, allowing for various types of materials to be combined and layered with the possibility of three-dimensional fabrication and cladding.
Innovations in Cost Effective Multi-Tasking
The 5-axis VC-500 AM hybrid multi-tasking machine from Mazak builds part features to near-net-shape up to ten times faster than comparable systems without wasting expensive material.
Turning Centers Add Lower Turret for Increased Versatility
The addition of a lower turret on the PUMA SMX2600ST and SMX3100ST twin-spindle multi-tasking turning centers from Doosan makes them even more productive in completing complex parts in a single setup.
Organizational Changes at Mazak
Chuck Birkle, Greg Papke and Terry Peer take on expanded roles to support the growth of customers.
Absolute Machine Tools Celebrates Milestone
They are marking 30 years as a machine tool importer and distributor in North America.
Mill/Turn Centers with Integrated Robotic Part Handling
Quicktech i-42 ROBO and i-60 ROBO 4-axis mill/turn centers from Absolute Machine Tools feature integrated 6-axis Mitsubishi robots for fast, automated loading and unloading of medium diameter bar stock.
