Methods Machine Announces Partnership with Ocean Technologies

Methods Machine Tools Inc. has recently partnered with Ocean Technologies Ltd. Inc. to offer EDM drills throughout the United States and Canada, including Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Ocean applications range from simple wire start holes to advanced full five-axis EDM drilling applications used throughout the aerospace and energy industries.

The full line of Ocean models range from manual machines to fully programmable five-axis machines, capable of drilling complex parts. Ocean’s EDM drills have technologies for detection and hp1+ power supply for significantly reduced wear and shorter burn times while reducing energy consumption. The Ocean machines drill fine holes from 0.004" to 0.25", even in spherical and curved work pieces, on materials such as hard alloy steels or powdered metals. Also, e-learning software is said to enables operators to easily run the machines or review processes.

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