Multitasking Machines
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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.
Machining Turbine Shafts for Gas Power Plants
The mpmc 2000S machining center from Weingärtner reduces machining time by two-thirds on giant turbine shafts that are 2 m diameter, weigh up to 60 tons and feature innovative component geometries used in gas or vapor turbine power plants.
Machining of Gas and Steam Turbine Casings and More
The PXG multi-tasking gantry milling machine from SORALUCE maximizes productivity and minimizes set-up time for turning, milling, boring, drilling and threading complex gas and steam turbine casings, CHP motors, parts used in the construction of machinery for the energy industry, and the general machining of other large workpieces.
Heavy Duty 5-Axis Machining of Generator Turbine Components
The INTEGREX i-630V/6 multi-tasking machine from Mazak uses fast, high torque milling and turning spindles for 5-axis and trochoidal machining of generator turbine components and other large, highly complex parts in the shortest cycle times possible.
Sheffer Corporation Hosts President Trump
The president touts his tax reform efforts in a speech to a company that was recognized by the White House for using a tax break to provide bonuses to their employees.
Mazak Names New General Manager for Northeast Region
Jim Rutan now oversees sales, service and applications support in New England and the eastern halves of New York and Pennsylvania.
The Move from Billet Work to Bar Fed
To replace some outdated equipment and upgrade their manufacturing capabilities, this machine shop invested in a universal turning center that gave them the opportunity to bid for larger work at a competitive cost. Now it provides the capacity they need to absorb the increasing workload they are experiencing through winning more business.
Matsuura Machinery Expands Territory for Yamazen
Yamazen now represents Matsuura machine tools in 24 states, including a new “Yamazen South Region.”
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