PAU to organize two-week training course on CNC Machines

LUDHIANA: Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) will organize a two-week hands on training course on "Operational and Programming of CNC Machines" from May 19-30, 2014 for Agricultural Machinery Manufactures, ITI pass out and educated village youths.

PAU authorities said, "In this course, training will be provided on CNC Lathe, CNC Milling, CNC Drilling, EDM Machine and latest manufacturing technologies. The training will be useful in enhancing the skill of the employees of the agricultural machinery manufacturers of the state".

"The village youths will get more employable opportunities in the production/manufacturing units. There are 15 seats for the participants and the training fee for the program will be Rs 3000 per person. The participant will be awarded certificate after the successful completion of the training".

PAU spokesperson said that the boarding and loading will be arranged at the PAU as per university norms and expenditure will be born by trainees from their own pocket. He added that further detail about the training, are available with Dr G S Manes, Head Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, PAU, Ludhiana or on phone.   http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ludhiana/PAU-to-organize-two-week-training-course-on-CNC-Machines/articleshow/35163857.cms

CNC Machine Tool Builder Okuma America Corporation Announces New Member Of Partners In THINC

Okuma America Corporation announces that 5ME joins Partners in THINC, a collaborative effort by more than 40+ members bringing specialized equipment, expertise and a commitment to provide the best possible integrated machining solutions to the end-user.
Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) - Okuma America Corporation, a world leader in CNC machine tools, is pleased to announce that 5ME, a leader in innovative technologies, products, and value added services solely focused on increasing manufacturing efficiency, has joined Partners in THINC.
5ME, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, and complemented by a Technology Center in Warren, MI, provides technologies, products, and value added services that are brand agnostic, allowing solutions to be applied to all types of machinery and manufacturing systems. 5ME addresses five critical components – the five "M's" of Man, Material, Machines, Methods and Metrics – to improve a manufacturing enterprise's efficiency (the "E"). 5ME solutions are used by a variety of Okuma customers across multiple industries.
Benefits of 5ME solutions include:

• Cryogenic Machining - game changing metal-cutting technology that increases throughput, part quality, tool life, and profitability while reducing energy consumption. Environmentally friendly, it also facilitates a safer work environment for plant floor personnel.
• Manufacturing Solutions – comprehensive portfolio of manufacturing consumables such as tooling, tool holders, and coolants, as well as process technology solutions ranging from process optimization, work-holding / fixture design, clamping and automation, and turnkey systems
• Manufacturing Software - suite of software focused on manufacturing efficiency that integrates seamlessly into production and business systems to provide full transparency into manufacturing processes such as asset utilization, performance, quality, “OEE”, in addition to machine health, process health, and energy consumption

“Partners in THINC's newest member, 5ME, has proven expertise and dedication to helping manufacturers obtain the highest level of profitability possible through a suite of solutions for the entire manufacturing enterprise. We’re excited about our partnership and look forward to working with 5ME,” says Jeff Estes, Director of Partners in THINC.
For more information on 5ME and other members of Partners in THINC, visit http://www.okuma.com/partners-in-thinc.
About Okuma America Corporation:
Okuma America Corporation is the U.S.-based sales and service affiliate of Okuma Corporation, a world leader in CNC (computer numeric control) machine tools, founded in 1898 in Nagoya, Japan. The company is the industry’s only single-source provider, with the CNC machine, drive, motors, encoders, spindle and CNC control all manufactured by Okuma. Okuma’s innovative and reliable technology, paired with comprehensive, localized service protection, allows users to run continuously with confidence – maximizing profitability. Along with its industry-leading distribution network (largest in the Americas), and Partners in THINC®, Okuma facilitates quality, productivity and efficiency, empowering the customer and enabling competitive advantage in today’s demanding manufacturing environment. For more information, visit http://www.okuma.com or follow us on Facebook or Twitter @OkumaAmerica.
About Partners in THINC:
Partners in THINC is a collaboration network of more than 40 industry leaders who come together to solve problems and explore new productivity ideas for real-world manufacturers. With the open architecture, PC-based THINC®-OSP control as its nucleus, Partners in THINC brings specialized equipment, expertise and a commitment to provide the best possible integrated solutions to the end-user. For more information, visit http://www.okuma.com/partners-in-thinc.
About 5ME:
5ME brings a proven suite of capabilities to industry, solely focused on increasing customers’ manufacturing efficiency as a means of building profitable, competitive and sustainable businesses. 5ME addresses five critical components – the five "M's" of Man, Material, Machines, Methods and Metrics – to improve a manufacturing enterprise's efficiency (the "E"). 5ME services and products are brand agnostic, allowing solutions to be applied to all types of machinery and manufacturing systems. 5ME solutions include cryogenic Machining, manufacturing solutions and manufacturing software. For more information about 5ME, visit their website at http://www.5ME.com.

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