MAZAK CORPORATIONLeaders in the manufacture of advanced technology solutions including Multi-Tasking, 5-Axis, milling, turning, CNC controls and automation.

n LATHES• NEXUS Series• Heavy-Duty Slant Bed• MULTIPLEX Series• Inverted Vertical Spindles

n VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS• NEXUS Series• Vertical Traveling Column• Double Column• Multi-Face Machining

n HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTERS• NEXUS Series• Mass Production• FMS Systems

n MULTI-TASKING CENTERS• Ultra-Tasking INTEGREX Series• Multi-Tasking INTEGREX Series

SUCCESS STARTS WITH THE RIGHT PARTNERS

HYD-MECHn HEAVY-DUTY BAND SAWS

• Industrial Band Saws• Cold Saws

ZAGAR, INC.n PRODUCTION HOLE MAKING

& WORKHOLDING

IN THIS ISSUE:

2 UPCOMING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES3 TURNING CENTERS WITH EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE/PRICE RATIO4 AMAZING CUSTOMER CARE AND SUPPORT

VOLUME 34 ISSUE 1 SPRING 2014

JOHN HART USA n CHIP MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

MAKING A CAPITAL INVESTMENT IS A BIG DEAL. Not only do you have to make sure you are purchasing the right equipment for your operations, you need to ensure the supplier and distributor you are buying it from are committed to new technology development and have high marks for longstanding customer service.

Yamazaki Mazak Corporation, Mazak Corporation in North America and Shelton Machinery have spent the past 95, 40 and 26 years, respectively, continuously providing customers with the latest machine tool innovations and the necessary support to improve productivity, equipment utilization and overall manufacturing safety.

With roots that go back to 1919 Japan when Sadakichi Yamazaki started building straw mat weaving machinery, Mazak now has the most advanced, comprehensive selection of machine tool configurations on the market. And Shelton works with you to ensure you purchase the equipment with the highest performance possible for your needs at the lowest possible operating and downtime costs. And just by choosing the Mazak brand, you can rest assured you have the best machine tool technology available, no matter the model.

Just in time for its 40th anniversary this year, Mazak Corporation recently completed a major expansion of its manufacturing plant, introducing new, highly advanced machines to the shop floor to enhance its Production-On-Demand approach. You can read more about this approach at the new mazakusa.com, but what it does is allow Mazak to quickly address current market trends, shorten production lead times and ensure that each machine coming off the line has the latest, most innovative technology.

Also, not too long ago, Mazak Corporation expanded its National Technology Center to provide manufacturers with enhanced applications support and training for maximizing their operations. And through the Shelton Learning Center, we also have educational opportunities that add further value to your bottom line.

So, if a new machine tool is on your list of upcoming capital investments, just remember it’s not all about fi nding the best price. You must also have complete confi dence that the supplier and distributor you are working with is providing the best technology for your needs and will be there for you before, during and after the sale, helping you succeed every step of the way. And that’s exactly what you can expect from Mazak and Shelton.

Jim SheltonPresident, Shelton Machinery

26 Years of Experience Working For You

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COMING UP AT THE SHELTON LEARNING CENTER

EVERY MONTH, SHELTON MACHINERY INVITES ITS CUSTOMERS to attend a free seminar at its Learning Center in Fishers, Indiana. Centered on ways to improve productivity and profitability, these seminars are perfect for every type of manufacturing-based employee, from the shop floor machinist to the CEO. Additionally, the Learning Center provides customers with classroom instruction and training on Mazak CNC lathes, machining centers and manufacturing systems.

April 23, 2014 – 10 am to 2 pm

Benefits of Briquetting

Presented by Thomas Moehlman from John Hart USA Lunch Provided

The briquetting process takes metal chips and compresses them under high pressure into a briquette form. This seminar will focus on modern metal briquetters and how these systems can bring significant financial and operational advantages to your business, including: increasing the value of your scrap metal, reclaiming and reusing costly cutting fluids, alleviating any potential cross contamination with other materials, reducing your potential EPA liability and much more.

May 21, 2014 – 10 am to 2 pm

See the Whole Picture / Bridging the Skills Gap

Presented by Phillip Murrell from Sandvik Coromant Lunch Provided

Sandvik Coromant created its traveling Smart Event program, which consists of a variety of topics, to teach manufacturers how to get the most out of their cutting tools and their machines. During this seminar, you’ll explore various drilling operations for improving hole quality and a lower cost per hole. You will also learn about recent changes in skilled labor needs and how working with a training partner can benefit your bottom line.

Register Today! To attend one or both of these seminars, please RSVP to Nick Shelton at nshelton@sheltonmachinery.com or 317.845.5588.

about the Shelton Learning Center and its upcoming events at sheltonmachinery.com/learningcenter.

MAZAK QUICK TURN SMART SERIES

PERFORMANCE AND VALUE IN SMALL/MEDIUM PART PRODUCTION

MAZAK’S QUICK TURN SMART (QTS) SERIES brings unbeatable turning performance and value to the precise machining of small- and medium-sized workpieces for industry segments such as contract manufacturing and mass production.

The Series, which consists of 11 models with a diverse range of specifi cations, meets every possible production requirement, from the high-speed processing of aluminum parts to the heavy-duty cutting of steel workpieces.

The fi ve “M” models within the series include the added benefi t of rotary tool milling spindles for performing milling, drilling and tapping operations. Such capabilities help manufacturers further reduce their part-processing times.

QUICK TURN SMART machines feature Mazak’s SMART CNC, making it easy for less experienced operators to quickly develop machining programs as well as provide them with fast job setup functionality. In fact, programming time is 75 percent faster when compared to machines with EIA/ISO CNC systems, which is ideal when processing a wide variety of parts in small lot sizes.

Furthermore, every QUICK TURN SMART purchase comes with unmatched support from Shelton Machinery and Mazak. Both companies work closely with its customers to increase their productivity, effi ciency and equipment utilization, and does so through the Shelton Learning Center and Mazak Optimum Plus total support program.

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QTS MODELS:100S n 100MS n 150S n 200 n 200M n 250 n 250M n 300 n 300M n 350 n 350M

SERIES CHARACTERISTICS:n Powerful main turning spindles with integral motors n Full C-axis contouring available on models with rotary tool milling spindles n Optional milling holder with coolant-through capabilities n CNC programmable tailstocks n Through-hole chuck packages n Fast indexing turrets n Standard automatic tool eye measurement system n Pairs with bar feeders, gantry loaders or articulated robots Products and specifi cations subject to change without notice.

To learn more about how a QUICK TURN SMART turning center can benefit your operations, please contact your Shelton sales representative.

9900 North by Northeast Blvd.Fishers, IN 46037

P: 317.845.5588F: 317.845.5925

E: sales@sheltonmachinery.comW: www.sheltonmachinery.com

TOTAL SUPPORT

Through its Optimum Plus total support program, Mazak

is able to work closely with Shelton customers to increase

their productivity, efficiency and equipment utilization.

OPTIMUM PLUS OFFERS:n Single-Source Service – Mazak is a single point of contact for all Mazak-related questions and concerns, whether related to a machine, control, accessory or automation system.n Machine and CNC Control Support – Mazak offers a comprehensive warranty program as well as free phone support and software upgrades. n Parts Support – Mazak has one of the industry’s largest inventories of spare parts and provides 97 percent same-day shipping on all part orders.n Progressive Learning – From web-based instruction to hands-on training, Mazak’s tiered learning program can turn any operator into a productive Mazak machine expert.n Spindle and Unit Rebuild – Mazak’s ISO-certified spindle repair and rebuild department offers the quickest, most reliable and highest quality restoration services for all Mazak-type spindles.

QUESTIONS?

The complete Optimum Plus

contact directory is available

on mazakusa.com under

the customer support tab.