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See How to Avoid Tool-Related Production Interruptions

December 11, 2018

All Okuma lathes and mills include a Tool Life Management function within the OSP P300 control.The program collects information about specific tools that accurately determines when those tools must be changed. The machine then continues running while the tool is automatically changed, thus eliminating any interruption in production, scrapped parts or damaged tool holders. 

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New 5-axis VMC Delivers Maximum Productivity in Minimum Floor Space

December 7, 2018

The newly introduced Okuma MU-S600V vertical machining center is a flexible 5-axis machine that is a mere 55 inches wide, yet easily handles 600 mm workpieces. Even more impressive is the unique ability to connect multiples of these machines for unattended and lights-out production, utilizing built-in robotics. 

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Considering 5-axis Machining?

November 28, 2018
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5 Attributes to look for in a Machine Tool Supplier

November 22, 2018

Investing in machine tools and other manufacturing equipment is not something any CNC shop can take lightly. Not only is the initial price tag significant, but the wrong choice can be extremely costly in lost production and less-than-desired results. 

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Why Always Putting Your CNC Shop First Could be a Big Mistake

November 15, 2018

CNC shop owners are famous for putting a tremendous amount of time, money, thought and perspiration into starting and running their business. Unfortunately, many are also notorious for neglecting to plan for retirement. According to financial experts, about 1/3 of small business owners don’t have a retirement savings plan. 

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5 Ways to Lead Your CNC Shop to Greater Productivity

October 8, 2018

We talk a great deal about management skills in manufacturing. In fact, many job titles include the word “manager”: Production Manager, Plant Manager, Shift Manager, Parts Manager – you get the idea. The fact is, if your job includes overseeing people as well as things, you need more than basic management skills to be truly successful. You need to be a leader.

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Why 5-axis Machines Make Sense for Almost Every CNC Shop

April 20, 2018

 

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Additive Manufacturing is More Than 3D Printing

January 26, 2018

 

Removing material from a workpiece to make a part or product is a cornerstone of manufacturing, and has been for centuries. Today, in addition to these traditional subtractive processes, manufacturers are looking for opportunities to use additive techniques as well.

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Okuma User Tips: OSP-P300L 3D Graphics Tool

January 25, 2018

 

Okuma’s OSP-P300 CNC control is filled with user-friendly tools to make any machining process easier and more efficient. For example, the Easy Operation run screen displays all operator functions on one screen, and the shared database eliminates redundant data entry.

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The Nigerian Prince is Still Out There & He’s After Your Shop’s Data

January 12, 2018

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Scam artists have been exploiting the power of the Internet from its very beginning. Lately, you see fewer of the signature bogus emails written in broken or misspelled English promising big rewards if you just send money now. This doesn’t mean these phishing schemes have gone away, they’ve simply become more sophisticated.

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