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CAM System Tackles Swiss-Type Complexity

Partmaker CAM software helps this shop cope with the increased complexity of the medical parts processed on its similarly complex Swiss-type lathes.
Case Study Published: 6/13/2011

Faster RPMs Produce Faster Turnaround

When running a metalworking shop, it’s common to have to adjust machining processes to accommodate customers’ demands.
Case Study Published: 1/21/2011

CAM System Simplifies Swiss-Type Lathe Programming

To reduce setup times, this medical device manufacturer replaced its conventional CNC turning and milling machines with Swiss-type lathes. However, taking full advantage of these complex machines’ capabilities required another investment—Esprit CAM ...
Case Study Published: 12/20/2010

Combining Old and New Technologies Pays Off

By pursuing a pragmatic growth policy that coupled advanced CNC Swiss technology with the speed and cost effectiveness of existing cam machines, Precision Plus (Elkhorn, Wis.) has thrived.
Case Study Published: 9/20/2010

One-Part Solution With Huge Payoff

Machine shops prioritize different challenges daily, but some challenges are more critical than others. Precise Products Corporation (Minneapolis) was faced with a challenge when one of its original customers asked the company to reduce the cost of ...
Case Study Published: 8/5/2009

Investment Pays Off For Contract Shop

This shop added a CNC multi-spindle to its operation and reduced its cycle time and setup time.
Case Study Published: 2/18/2009

Optics Maker Focuses On Flexible Production

Leupold & Stevens has found the key to successful precision machining. It operates more than 30 Index machines, primarily multifunction turning machines used to produce the bodies and tubes for the rifle scopes from aircraft-quality aluminum.
Case Study Published: 5/15/2008

Swiss-Type Turning Enables Faster, More Efficient Machining

Prince Industries, a manufacturer of precision-machined components, says it strives to exceed the needs and expectations of its customers, employees and suppliers by continuously improving virtually every aspect of its operations. Continuous improve...
Case Study Published: 6/14/2007

OEM Transitions To Contract Manufacturer

An example of a perfect match, from one of the first customers Tier One landed, was a contract for 10,000 gearbox housings used in a stomach-suturing instrument. The process plan called for one operation on a CNC Swiss-type turning center and two ad...
Case Study Published: 5/16/2007

Swiss Precision And Flexibility Help Shop Compete

This company is so pleased with its new Swiss-type turning center's performance that the company president calls it "the best possible way to keep this work in the United States." As his research indicated, the machine reduces labor costs by complet...
Case Study Published: 2/19/2007

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