Join us at IMTS 2024: International Manufacturing Technology Show
WILL YOU BE ATTENDING IMTS 2024. EXTERNAL LINK. OPENS IN NEW WINDOW.?
“Methods has a long history at IMTS. After taking a break in 2022, we are thrilled to be back at the most important show in our industry,” said Rick Alton, Methods Chief Executive Officer. “It’s a pivotal time in manufacturing. As technology continues to change and evolve longstanding practices, we’re excited to demonstrate how the full strength of our portfolio benefits the manufacturers of today—and tomorrow.”
Then be sure to swing by Booth #339133 at McCormick Place in Chicago. External Link. Opens in new window. and talk with our team of product experts, automation engineers, application engineers, and technical support staff about our latest innovations, product releases, and service offerings.
Click here to see where Methods’ booth sits in the floor plan.
Learn about OUR MACHINES and how we help shops raise their game
Methods will showcase nearly a dozen CNC and automation solutions at IMTS 2024, including 3 machines new to the North American market. We will also showcase a series of unique 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis demonstrations.
“At IMTS, we invite attendees to bring to us their most pressing machining challenges and parts, so we can partner with them find the right fit for their businesses,” said James VanBuskirk, Methods Vice President of Engineering and Development. “With a full staff of application engineers and product experts on site, attendees will have the opportunity to design and acquire an end-to-end solution.”
full list of machining solutions on display
- New! FANUC ROBODRILL 28-tools, expanded Y-axis platform
- Full product page to come
- New! Methods Automation Plus K Max Full 5-axis integrated automation with FANUC LR mate robot
- 4 tool racks each holding 11 tool positions for a total of 44 extra tool positions PLUS 48 additional tools in the carousel for a total of 92 tools
- Dual Rotary Storage Carousel with 96 part/part carrier positions
- Plus-K Simple Pallet Management System
- Full product page to come
- New! Nakamura-Tome WY-100V multitasking machining center
- New! KIWA JAPAN KH4200kai horizontal machining center
- Full product page to come
- FANUC ROBOCUT C400iC with integrated FANUC CRX Robot
- Nakamura-Tome MX-100 multitasking machining center with B-axis
- NIDEC OKK VC-X350 5-axis machining center
- YASDA YMC430 Ultra-precision micro center
- YASDA PX30i High-production machining center with 33 pallets and 323 tool position operated with factory automation
- Methods MB650U 5-axis machining center
- Weiler E50 Cycle-controlled lathe with conversational Siemens control
In addition to machines, speak with experts in the following Services stations:
speaking engagements
See industry leaders present on the changing impacts software and operational management tools are having on our business. Join us at the Society of Manufacturing Engineering Smart Manufacturing Experience Showcase (North Building, Booth #236800)
EMBRACING THE DIGITAL FACTORY: FROM INDUSTRY 3.0 to 4.0
Monday, September 9th, 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. CT AND Friday, September 13th, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. CT
Speaker: Michael Kaminski, CEO, Multiaxis
An “on-the-ground” view of how emerging technologies will rapidly change the manufacturing landscape, their impact on the engineers’ experience, and why business leaders should positively embrace the changes to come.
Learning Objectives:
- How emerging technologies will change the engineer’s experience.
- Taking a positive approach to using new technologies.
- The imperative to lean into these changes for the benefit of your business.
REQUIREMENTS vs. “DESIREMENTS”:
HOW MANUFACTURING COMPANIES SHOULD EMBRACE EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES TO IMPROVE BUSINESS OUTCOMES
Tuesday, September 10th, 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CT
Speaker: Jim VanBuskirk, Vice President, Engineering and Development
Emerging technologies are disrupting all facets of the manufacturing industry. As the power of technologies like AI and software automation become more prevalent in manufacturing, it’s critical for business decision makers evaluate how these technologies will impact their business, and thoughtfully apply them to strategically support their business growth. This will be an interactive audience session to promote discussion and share best practices.
Learning Objectives:
- Blending technology and business leadership.
- How to apply technologies to truly impact business requirements versus chasing desired states without a plan of attack.
- What are near-term priorities businesses can apply?
PROXIMITY TO OUR PARTNERS
Methods’ booth will sit immediately next to FANUC America and NIDEC-OKK. This proximity will provide attendees with an even richer experience where you can see technologies offered, integrated, and supported by Methods. Be sure to also stop by our partners at Weiler (Booth #339070) to see their unique cycle-controlled lathe platform that enables lathe machinists of all experience levels to achieve the best parts with an easy control.
Attendees can expand their Methods experience by viewing products and integrated software solutions at Caron Engineering (134742) and MaintainX (339178).
“By integrating with our builder-partners in their neighboring booths, and strategic partners like Caron Engineering and MaintainX, we not only expand our reach onsite, but also demonstrate how and why our machining centers are the right fits for supporting technologies like Caron’s TMAC tool wear monitoring system and MaintainX’s AI-powered asset maintenance software,” said Jon Star, Methods’ Director of Marketing. “We want attendees to experience those relationships firsthand.”
We’ll See You at IMTS 2024
In addition to our advanced machining solutions that will be on display at our partner booths, Methods team members will also be visiting with engineers and manufacturers throughout the IMTS 2024 event in Chicago on September 9-14, 2024. Be sure to say hello!
….stay tuned for more information!