You can feel change in the air as school is back in session, the weather is cooling a bit and the election season is heating up.
Change is going on at MMUSA as well. We've been fortunate to add new personnel to support our business, a five year plan developed to guide our direction, and new products on the horizon to enhance your business.
A new product we're excited about is the MW40 twin-spindle CNC chucker. If you need to mass produce small high precision parts at lightning fast speed, this machine is a solution for you. Currently in production, this machine will be available for delivery first quarter 2012.
I am often asked if it's possible to eliminate a grinding operation with our turning equipment. The answer is yes in some instances. Reducing the number of operations required to complete a part can have a dramatic impact on the profitability of your project or can mean the difference between landing a new job or keeping an existing job.
Muratec's turning equipment is helping several companies eliminate their grinding operations in both automotive and non-automotive applications.
In one application, we were able to hold a 13 micron tolerance with a 6.3 Rz finish. This print specification called for a grinding operation and Muratec was asked to come up with a solution using our automated turning machines. Through some minor engineering changes, we were able to use our MW200G and eliminate the grinding operation. This resulted in reducing the initial capital outlay for the project and reducing long term labor and tooling costs. Our customer was able secure a substantial contract by showing these cost savings to their customer.
If you'd like information on how on how we can help you eliminate operations and reduce costs, contact your local Muratec representative or call the factory at 800 428 8469.
Steve Landrum Appointed NA Sales Manager
Steve Landrum
It is with great pleasure that the Machine Tools Division of MMUSA announces the appointment of Steve Landrum as the new North American Sales Manager for Turning Products. Steve officially assumed the responsibilities for sales of all turning related products on September 1, 2011.
Steve has a long and successful history in the machine tool business with over 20 years experience in direct sales and sales management. Steve has served as Murata's Regional Manager for turning equipment for the Southeast Gulf Coast territory for the last four years.
As manager of turning sales, Steve is tasked with responsibility for all aspects of supporting our distribution network and the efforts of the Murata Regional Sales Managers in promoting our turning products.
During the transition for Steve, he will continue to have responsibility for his current territory for the short term. Kevin Wigington will continue to be involved in turning sales but will be devoting more time to other responsibilities with the fabrication and operations departments in the Machine Tools Division.
Plan to attend the Midwest's largest distributor tool show, Productivity's 16th Biennial Oktoberfest Tool Show. Click here to register.
This show is THE place to see and experience a wide range of machine tool technologies, products and solutions. Learn how Productivity and its partners can help you gain a competitive advantage in your industry.
Tour a showcase of machine tools, tooling, accessories and more.
See Muratec's MW200G in operation and experience live machine demonstrations with actual parts production.
Attend informative seminars. Enjoy the food, fun and music!
