EDM

EDM

The Hidden Cost Of EDM Wire Consumption

Excessive wire consumption on a wire electrical discharge machine is costly. Technology that allows slower unspooling speeds without compromising results appears to be the answer.

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Oil & Gas

Wire-Cut EDM For Oil Dielectric

GF AgieCharmilles’ CUT 1000 OilTech wire-cut EDM is designed for precision machining of materials better-suited to oil dielectric than water-based dielectric. The EDM is equipped with built-in thermo stabilization.

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EDM

EDM For Semiconductor Industry

Beaumont Machine’s six-axis FH30 EDM features 30" × 16" × 22" of X-, Y- and Z-axis travel; spindle speeds ranging to 3,000 rpm; and rapid speeds ranging to 300 ipm. The machine can accommodate a maximum workpiece weight of 800 lbs.

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The Most Valuable Resource For Succeeding At Lean

What is the most valuable resource? The answer is probably obvious: the people. This shop started to succeed at lean manufacturing once every employee got involved.

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EDM

Automated Cell Combines Wire EDM, Waterjet Technologies

Mitsubishi’s MD+CELL combines the MD+PROII wire EDM with a Suprema DX44 waterjet for high speed and precision in one automated unit, minimizing operator intervention and maximizing unattended run time. The MD+CELL employs a Mitsubishi MELFA six-axis robot to transfer rough-cut pieces from the waterjet to EDM machine for finishing.

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Micromachining

How Do You Machine a 30:1 Hole in Stainless Without the Drill Wandering?

An expert in micromachining says one answer is to check various aspects of the drilling process. Another answer is not to use a drill at all.

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EDM

EDMs, Waterjets For Precision Machining

The FA10S Advance wire EDM features an M700 series Mitsubishi control. The Windows-based system with 15" LCD touchscreen display provides a simple menu configuration for easy navigation, the company says. The machine features 3D adaptive EDM control, which can analyze 3D data and recognize shape characteristics virtually eliminate transition lines in stepped workpiece areas.

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EDM

EDM, Five-Axis Machine Designed For Productivity

 The FO350 S ram EDM is said to increase productivity and enable fine, shiny surface finishes. The FO350S works in "blade" type applications and pre-roughed 3D cavities. It is designed with a double thermostabilization system that prevents the impact of temperature variations, allowing for maximum accuracy.

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EDM

Wire EDM For General, Medical Production

The Fanuc iMed wire EDM is designed for continuous production of parts such as aerospace components, medical instruments and implants. It uses brass wire (0. 004" to 0.

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EDM

Too Small To Touch

Hummingbird takes on machining work that is too small for most shops to handle. In fact, Hummingbird tries not to handle it either. To accurately machine the tiniest parts, this shop relies on processes that are as hands-off as possible.

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SolidCAM
715 Series - 5-axis complete machining
VERISURF
QualiChem Metalworking Fluids
MMS Made in the USA
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