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FGP Turbo’s through complex work with Mastercam

Made up of three main companies, the FGP Group is a specialist Tier 1 subcontractor that provides services from design and manufacturing to surface coating, heat treatment, assembly, inspection, testing and more. As one of the three companies in the group, FGP Systems Ltd typically produces prismatic components for the aerospace industry – it is here that the company utilises Mastercam CAM software.  Founded more than 45 years ago, the company bought      its first 5-axis machine, a DMG MORI DMU 50 eVolution   over   20 years ago – and 3 and 5-axis machining has since become the

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Support milling with the right tools and know how

When outsourced manufacturing processes such as milling are brought back in-house due to the uncertainty of supply chains, up-to-date engineering skills and fresh know how are often required. The general trend to increase productivity and improve profitability may be timeless. However, when it comes to current trends, it is easy to lose sight of the big picture. The selection and use of the right tools and tool holders are critical as they determine the quality and efficiency of the end result. So, wouldn’t it make more sense to consult a cutting tool manufacturer? If the crises of the past few

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The right tool for the right CNC

The history of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines dates back seven decades. During the 1950s, CNC technology was difficult to introduce due to manufacturers’ scepticism. Today, it is hard to imagine the world of manufacturing without CNC machines. In material removal processes, a CNC machine has become the central link that determines the functional capabilities of a manufacturer. CNC machining centres are complex machines that continue to evolve and improve. The advancement of CNC technology is based on the progress in various fields such as the main spindle and its bearing units, machining slideways, high-velocity drives, computer engineering, hydraulics, electric

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Cutting costs with a fluid solution

By Rhys Williams Founded back in 2011, Cwm Engineering is a subcontract manufacturing business that has grown at an exponential rate since its inception. The relentless growth trajectory for this West Wales manufacturer is a credit to its approach to continuous improvement and delivering impeccable quality for customers. So, when the Crosshands company was having challenges with its cutting fluid, it turned to Oemeta for a solution. Like any subcontractor that has a diverse range of manual and CNC machine tools employed to process a wide variety of materials from plastics and aluminium to steel and heat-resistant alloys, the challenge

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In safe hands with CMZ

Founded before the First World War, Tybro Bros (Sutton in Ashfield) Ltd has evolved over the last century. Formed in 1914, it has progressed from a business with motor and electrical engineers to precision engineering. The company has a reputation for its excellent standards – something underpinned by its investment in machine tools from CMZ. A family business spanning more than four generations, the Kirkby-in-Ashfield company is a typical subcontractor that serves all industry sectors. With a customer base that boasts brands like Thorntons, OTIS, the UK Atomic Energy Authority and Transport for London, the company was instrumental in the

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Embracing a ‘one-stop-shop’ supplier

Full 5-axis capability plays a pivotal role in Maycast-Nokes’ production processes. Situated in Halstead, Essex, the company invested in their initial 5-axis machine over two decades ago—a HAAS VF-2 vertical machining centre equipped with a trunnion unit. Sales Director at Maycast-Nokes, Mr Dave Blower explains: “This marked our first investment with HAAS. Although initially intended for a specific project, it had a tremendous impact on our entire machine shop.” Adding to this, Dave says: “At the time, we did not possess any other 5-axis machines on-site. However, we found the transition to be seamless, and the HAAS control system proved

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Factory 33 supported by Hurco from day one

Located in Carterten, Factory 33 is a family business headed up by Martin Krzywina, and Karina Ringer-Krzywina. With more than 10 years of experience in manufacturing precision components for the F1, aerospace, nuclear, medical and cryogenic sectors; this was immediately the target area for the engineers when they started the company in 2015. The journey started with two machines from Hurco. Managing Director Marcin Krzywina says: “We make everything from aerospace to motocross parts and we also supply most of the F1 and Formula E Teams. These are typically high-precision critical components. The first two machines we bought were a

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Prima packs a punch

Prima Power, the brand born from the union of two industry leaders Prima Industrie and Finn-Power, has been synonymous with the sheet metal industry for over 50 years. MTD Magazine visited the factory in Seinäjoki in Western Finland to see how this sheet metal powerhouse manufactures machines that lead the industry in innovation. By Rhys Williams Founded in 1969 as a subcontract manufacturer, Finn-Power Oy evolved down the generations to become one of the industry’s leading manufacturers of punch presses, press brakes and automation systems. With hundreds of UK installations over the years, legacy customers will be pleased to know

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Thinking Big

Last month, MTD magazine visited RODIN Machining in Holland, a company that claims their entire customer process – from customer registration and work preparation to production and invoicing is almost 100% automated with sharp delivery dates. We went along to see what was behind this manufacturing utopia – it turns out that FASTEMS is a crucial factor in achieving this nirvana. By Rhys Williams About an hour north of Amsterdam in the town of Opmeer is RODIN Machining, a Dutch contract manufacturer that is said to be the first fully automated turning and milling company in the world. To achieve

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People, Process, Principle

An aerospace parts supplier in Wichita, Kansas, US has built a business on the three pillars of People, Processes and Principles – and it is the VERICUT toolpath simulation and optimisation software from CGTech that helps support the second principle. The company applies integrity and experience, consistent performance and clarity of purpose as words to live and work by, no matter what the vocation. They are the guiding philosophies behind Trinity Precision Inc.’s motto, ‘People, Process, Principle,’ and ever since founders David May, Steve Ford, Dave Tice, and Chris VanNover opened the company’s doors in 2014, they’ve stood by them.

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Siemens slashes machine development time for PTG Holroyd

As a machine tool builder, Rochdale-based PTG Holroyd is regarded as a world leader in the creation of highly sophisticated rotor milling, rotor grinding and friction stir welding machines. With three divisions in the company, each with a highly sophisticated niche, the manufacturer has further evolved its longstanding partnership with Siemens following the arrival of a new CNC control system for its machine tools. As a business, Holroyd has been producing machines in Greater Manchester since 1860 and is a world leader in the design, build and supply of high-precision gear, rotor, screw and thread milling and grinding machines for

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The state of play

At the recent EMO exhibition, there was a lot more on offer than innovative products and technical insights. Here, we provide you with an overview of the global machine tool market, which was presented in Hannover by CECIMO – The European Association of Manufacturing Technologies at a press conference during the exhibition. At the conference, there were representatives from all the major machine tool associations – whose manufacturers account for more than 80% of global machine tool production. At the gathering at EMO, the respective associations demonstrated their resilience and strength in the face of a wide range of global

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