Methods Machine Tools to Host Machine Fest at National Headquarters

Open house event serving manufacturers to be held on October 4-5 in Sudbury, Mass.

SUDBURY, Mass., July 18, 2023 — Methods Machine Tools, the foremost supplier of high-quality, high-precision CNC machine tools, automation, and engineering services in North America will host Machine Fest on October 4-5 at its national headquarters in Sudbury, Massachusetts.

Machine Fest will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET each day at 71 Union Avenue, Sudbury, Mass.

Methods Machine Fest goes beyond the traditional open house. Designed to demonstrate the full Methods experience, attendees will get up close to Methods’ entire portfolio of 3- and 5-axis CNC platforms, EDM, multitasking lathes, automated and integrated solutions, and service and support.

“While Methods has grown coast to coast over the last few decades, New England is our home base,” said Brad Catyb, Methods’ New England General Manager. “Machine Fest builds on our legacy of open house events here in New England, when we welcome all our customers, partners, and anyone else interested in world-class CNC machining to our HQ. Come see how our machines, engineering, and services truly set us apart from the competition.”

“Attendees will experience more than a dozen live demonstrations, view Methods’ full suite of standard automation solutions, and have ample opportunities to meet and discuss their production, integration, and process management needs with our staff of engineering and service experts,” Catyb continued.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet with more than a dozen suppliers showcasing their tooling, workholding, and accessories. Additionally, guests can visit Methods’ one-of-a-kind Precision Center in nearby Acton, Mass. The facility, which opened in 2019, houses Methods’ advanced engineering and R&D facility, including a climate-controlled lab where cuts are achieved to sub-micron levels.

More information about this free event including the full list of vendors, seminars, and attractions, can be found on the event page. 

MACHINES AND SOLUTIONS FEATURED WILL INCLUDE:

AUTOMATION:

• METHODS PLUS E: FANUC RoboDrill featuring fully integrated 32-pallet (400 mm x 600mm) elevator system within 5.5 ft. x 2.5 ft. floor space.
• METHODS PLUS K: FANUC RoboDrill featuring fully integrated rotary carousel system that holds up to 44 extra tool positions and rotary carousel.
• METHODS JOB SHOP CELL COLLABORATIVE: Mobile collaborative robotic solution for easy loading/unloading parts. To be featured with FANUC RoboDrill.
• ROBOJOB: Machine-tending solution for lathe automation. Run by operators of any skill level. To be featured with Nakamura-Tome turning center.

MACHINE TOOLS:

• FANUC ROBODRILL: Fastest, most reliable 3-axis, 30-taper machine on the market. Expandable to 4- and 5-axis with Methods Engineering Services.
• FANUC ROBOCUT C400iC and C600iC: Two sizes of easy-to-use, easy-to-service wire EDM with new iHMI user interface, enhanced Automatic Wire Feed (AWF3), and all-digital power supply
• NAKAMURA-TOME WY-150: Twin-spindle, two-turret multitasking machine with 48 tool stations and suitability for bar feeding automation.
• NAKAMURA-TOME MX-100: Compact, high-precision multitasking machine with up to 96 tools, advanced Nakamura-Tome Smart X software.
• YASDA PX30i: 5-axis machining center holding up to 323 tools and 33-pallet APC, superior for hardened steel, titanium and Inconel.
• OKK HM-X6000: High-power, 50-taper horizontal machining center with Ø 600 mm table featuring high-speed, direct-turn dual APC, high-speed ATC/APC synchronization, and 360° B-axis travel.
• OKK VC-X350: Full 5-axis platform designed with superior rigidity for cutting hard metals including titanium and Inconel.
• METHODS MB450U: Full 5-axis, compact Bridge-type platform with 15K, BIG Plus, 40-taper spindle
• METHODS MV1000: Competitive 3-axis platform with linear rail-type guideway, 1.8 second tool-to-tool.
• KIWA KH4100kai and KH4500kai: Ultra-compact horizontal machining center with field expandable ATC and APC.
• WEILER E50: Powerful cycle-controlled, conversational CNC universal lathe for large diameters and lengths, with the ability to handle hard materials.

“No matter what machine you run today, or whether you’ve been a Methods customer for decades or never seen our machines in person, this show will feature everything manufacturers need to evaluate how to take the next, best step for their shops,” said George Farrell, Methods Sales Manager for New England.

This is the third edition of Methods Machine Fest, following successful events in Phoenix, Ariz., in late 2022, and Gilberts, Ill., earlier this year.

Methods has maintained its national headquarters in Sudbury, Mass., since 1958.

About Methods Machine Tools

Methods Machine Tools, Inc. supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools, automation solutions, and integrated engineering services. In continuous operation since 1958 and headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., Methods has 10 technical centers nationwide, one-of-a-kind precision center, and has installed more than 45,000 machine tools throughout North America. For more information, call 877-668-4262 or visit www.methodsmachine.com.

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