Mazak Event Will Highlight Technology for Advanced Manufacturing

Discover 2023 will be held in Mazak’s North American headquarters in Florence, Kentucky, from October 9 to 13. Discover 2023 will have four action zones with real machine tool demonstrations, as well as automation and innovative digital technologies geared to provide producers with a competitive advantage. Discover will provide visitors with the opportunity to test and learn about a variety of modern Mazak multitasking, high production, advanced manufacturing technologies, and job shop solutions.

Mazak’s new Ez series of machines will be featured in the workshop solutions action area. The whole portfolio of Ez vertical, turning, and multifunctional machining centres, designed and manufactured in Florence, Kentucky, is intended to offer solutions for every manufacturer. Mazak’s new Syncrex series of Swiss-style machines built for high-volume manufacture of small, accurate parts will be on display in the high-production technology action area. Attendees, according to Mazak, will see how adding rapid, high-accuracy, and tight-tolerance production increases business potential.

Mazak’s multitasking and innovative manufacturing technology will be highlighted in two additional action zones. Mazak’s Integrex and Quick Turn series, which integrate numerous processes for processing raw materials into finished parts for enhanced cost-effectiveness and flexibility, will be among the featured machines in the multitasking action area. Mazak’s two new Neo series machines will be the focus of the advanced manufacturing technology action area. The Variaxis Neo series of next-generation five-axis machining centres offer advanced multiple-surface simultaneous machining capability in a rapid, compact machine. Mazak’s HCN-5000 Neo HMCs combine sophisticated technology with great performance and productivity to maximise production while consuming less energy.

The VC-500A/5X HWD Hyrbid multitasking machine, which includes joining and additive technologies, will also be on display in the advanced manufacturing action area. Mazatrol Smooth CNCs power all Mazak machines. Mazak Mazatrol Smooth Controls are equipped with Mazak’s ultra-high-speed machining software, which supports both conversational and G-code EIA/ISO programming.

A variety of conventional and customised automation systems will be used to support real-time technology demos. Mazak Automation Solutions experts will be on hand to discuss how to incorporate automation into production in an efficient and productive manner. Attendees will also have the opportunity to see the Mazak Kentucky site, which has the Mazak iSmart Factory as its centrepiece. Visitors will be able to understand how Mazak Digital Solutions and machine connectivity can increase output and profitability. There will also be tours of Mazak’s new 27,000-square-foot Syncrex manufacturing facility, which integrates engineering, production, and applications support for the Syncrex Series machine tools.

Attendees can also consult with Mazak manufacturing specialists, hear keynote speakers, and participate in panel discussions on the newest manufacturing advancements and trends at Discover 2023. Educational seminars will address specific business issues and provide business insights. The business will also highlight its MPower Complete Customer Care programme, which offers end-to-end support for all Mazak machine tools, as well as Mazak Capital Equipment Financing (MCEF), which provides customers with factory-direct low-cost financing on Mazak machines.