Throwback Thursday: Flexible High-Speed Mold Machining
A throwback with helpful tips: Use this planning guide to identify the right double-column machining center to fit your mold machining needs.

Technology Tuesday: A Mix of Machining Products
Cruise through this week’s Technology Tuesday slideshow to see the latest products in machining.

2017: Gone but Not Forgotten
I wish to thank everyone I’ve worked with to write features that have appeared each month in MMT. Plus, a look at a series of features about one of my favorite topics: Workforce development.

Do You Make a Lasting Impression on Customers... and Youth?
Cavalier Tool and Manufacturing Ltd. (Ontario, Canada) is one mold manufacturing company that likes to leave a lasting impression.

Five-Axis Vertical Machining Center Has CNC Machining Capacity for Heavy-Duty Cutting
Okuma’s MU-8000V-L five-axis vertical machining center has a low center of gravity in workpiece movement, enabling it to machine difficult materials.

Technology Showcase: On Display at EMO 2017
EMO is a large, international metalworking tradeshow with thousands of exhibitors. Check out the slideshow to see what will be on display!

Supplier-Based Training Programs Fuel Mold Industry Needs
Moldmaking industry supplier companies establish workforce development programs to increase the flow of new talent for themselves and for the industry.

Okuma Summer Showcase Event Highlights
Okuma’s Summer Showcase 2017 displayed laser technology, material cutting, tool connection features and more.

VMCs Can be Connected to Form Smart Production Line
EMO 2017: Okuma will demonstrate its MU-S600V five-axis vertical machining center, which enables five-face machining of workpieces as large as 600 mm in diameter.

Dodging the Skills Gap in CNC Programming
Sometimes the search for fresh, new and skilled employees is like a game of dodgeball.

Technology Showcase: Case Studies, Part 2
For the many differences between moldmaking companies that I’ve observed, there are just as many similarities, and by that I mean challenges shared. You may find some solutions here.

Okuma to Highlight the Benefits of Lights-Out CNC Machining at NTMA Plant Mangers Roundtable
Subject matter expert Jeff Estes will discuss automation devices and the advantages and challenges of shop floor automization.

Okuma Names Koma Precision as Partner of the Year
Koma Precision ranks highest among Partners in THINC members for customer service and exceptional CNC solutions for manufacturers.

Okuma’s 2016 Technology Showcase Teaches How to Optimize Shop Floor Production
Attendees at Okuma’s annual technology event learn about the benefits of “getting connected” to increase profitability and advance business.

Okuma America Corp and Chip Ganassi Racing Host Manufacturing Day Event for Students
Okuma and Chip Ganassi Racing gave high school students a behind–the-scenes tour of the race facility as they learn about CNC machining technologies and careers.

Okuma is the First Machine Tool Builder to Earn ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Certification
Okuma meets new standards for delivering exceptional customer service and quality products.

Okuma to Host “Easy Shop Floor Automation” Event, June 22
Event will feature CNC tips and automation technologies to enhance shop floor productivity and profitability.