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Preventing Chatter On Your CNC Lathe

Prevent Chatter on your CNC Lathe with Okuma's HSSC and VSST Eliminating harmonics, which can produce tool...

Prevent Chatter on your CNC Lathe with Okuma’s HSSC and VSST Eliminating harmonics, which can produce tool chatter or poor surface finish, is critical for maximizing productivity. If you have Read More...

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Additive Manufacturing is Here to Stay. Here’s Why You Should Care.

In the world of industrial manufacturing, staying ahead of the curve is more than just a strategy...

In the world of industrial manufacturing, staying ahead of the curve is more than just a strategy — it’s a necessity. One of the most transformative technologies in recent years Read More...

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Hartwig Inc. and Markforged Transform 3D Printing in the Midwest

Saint Louis, MO, December 6th, 2023 - Hartwig Inc, a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, is...

Saint Louis, MO, December 6th, 2023 – Hartwig Inc, a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with Markforged, the company strengthening manufacturing resiliency by Read More...

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Collision Avoidance System (CAS) Training Guide

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Hartwig Inc. and FormAlloy Technologies Forge Dynamic Additive Manufacturing Partnership

Hartwig Inc., a family-owned machine tool distributor with six decades of experience, and FormAlloy Technologies, a pioneering...

Hartwig Inc., a family-owned machine tool distributor with six decades of experience, and FormAlloy Technologies, a pioneering force in Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technology based in Spring Valley, CA, proudly Read More...

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Hartwig Inc Announces Partnership with Solukon to Advance Additive Manufacturing Automation

St. Louis, MO - Hartwig Inc, a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, is excited to announce...

St. Louis, MO – Hartwig Inc, a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions, is excited to announce its partnership with Solukon, a specialist and innovative market leader in automating powder Read More...

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Hartwig and Gosiger: Affordable Automation with Quick Results

When investing in automation, many assume that the results won’t come fast enough to justify the high...

When investing in automation, many assume that the results won’t come fast enough to justify the high price point. Automation Within Reach at Gosiger is changing that through their partnership Read More...

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Three Types of Manufacturing Automation and Their Advantages

Implementing automation in your operation can increase efficiency and productivity. Automation in manufacturing is changing the way...

Implementing automation in your operation can increase efficiency and productivity. Automation in manufacturing is changing the way the industry operates, from robotic additions to production management software, but many manufacturers Read More...

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Hartwig, Inc. Partners with ZEISS Industrial Metrology

As a full-service distributor of industrial machine tools, Hartwig, Inc. is dedicated to partnering with brands that...

As a full-service distributor of industrial machine tools, Hartwig, Inc. is dedicated to partnering with brands that help provide superior machining performance, reduced downtime, and optimized manufacturing environments. With this Read More...

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Additive Manufacturing 101

Your Guide to Getting Started with Industrial 3D Printing Many manufacturers want to jump into the world...

Your Guide to Getting Started with Industrial 3D Printing Many manufacturers want to jump into the world of additive manufacturing but don’t know where to start. In this guide, we Read More...

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Your Guide to CNC Machine Tool Controls: FANUC vs. Okuma OSP

Nearly every industry uses CNC milling machines, but not all CNC milling machines are created equal. A...

Nearly every industry uses CNC milling machines, but not all CNC milling machines are created equal. A large difference are the controls that run it. In this white paper, we’ll Read More...

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Additive Manufacturing
Will Additive Manufacturing Replace Traditional Manufacturing?

(The short answer: sometimes.) Additive manufacturing is everywhere. From Aerospace engineers to your neighbor’s kid, 3D printing...

(The short answer: sometimes.) Additive manufacturing is everywhere. From Aerospace engineers to your neighbor’s kid, 3D printing is becoming more commonplace not only in homes but across the world’s largest Read More...

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The Benefits of Conversational Programming in CNC Machining

There are different approaches to CNC machining, beginning with the machine itself. Depending on your needs, one...

There are different approaches to CNC machining, beginning with the machine itself. Depending on your needs, one brand and model of machine might work better than another. When selecting your Read More...

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Growing in 3D: Jens’s Story

Growing in 3D Jens’s Story Jens Kautzor is our Additive Manufacturing Sales Engineer at Hartwig. Jens works...

Growing in 3D Jens’s Story Jens Kautzor is our Additive Manufacturing Sales Engineer at Hartwig. Jens works with our customers to connect them with the AM equipment they need to Read More...

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Additive Manufacturing and Aerospace: Pushing Boundaries and Exploring New Frontiers Together

Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing, has been at the forefront of innovation in the...

Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing, has been at the forefront of innovation in the manufacturing space for decades. Limited only by the technology available, recent advances have Read More...

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Invest in Your Future with a Section 179 Deduction

Now is the time to invest in your future. Put your money to work with a Section...

Now is the time to invest in your future. Put your money to work with a Section 179 Deduction. Whether you’re a business of one or a company of one Read More...

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David’s Story

The Machine Whisperer They call him the Machine Whisperer. It’s as if the equipment were speaking directly...

The Machine Whisperer They call him the Machine Whisperer. It’s as if the equipment were speaking directly to him, telling him what was wrong. There isn’t a machine he can’t Read More...

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Equipment Spotlight: Modig HHV3 Machining Centers

The Modig HHV3 (Horizontal High Velocity) Machining Center is a favorite among busy machine shops due to...

The Modig HHV3 (Horizontal High Velocity) Machining Center is a favorite among busy machine shops due to its improved machine times and efficacy with extrusion components. B&B Airparts, a precision Read More...

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Game-Changing Technologies: EOS – Enhancing Your Shop with Additive

Additive Manufacturing (AKA Industrial 3D Printing) has created production success for spinal fusion products manufacturer CoreLink Surgical...

Additive Manufacturing (AKA Industrial 3D Printing) has created production success for spinal fusion products manufacturer CoreLink Surgical Additive Manufacturing—more commonly known as Industrial 3D Printing—is a technology that, although mature, Read More...

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Game-Changing Technologies: Homeyer Leverages Cutting-Edge Okuma Technology to Revolutionize Both its Culture and its Catalog

In our latest game changing series, we had a chance to sit down (virtually) with our friends...

In our latest game changing series, we had a chance to sit down (virtually) with our friends and colleagues at Homeyer to talk about running their high-end job shop.  Homeyer Read More...

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Hartwig and Hardinge Rejoin Forces with a Refreshed Distributor Alliance

Hartwig, Inc. and Hardinge announce that they are re-entering a  distribution partnership, effective Feb 1, 2021. Hartwig...

Hartwig, Inc. and Hardinge announce that they are re-entering a  distribution partnership, effective Feb 1, 2021. Hartwig President Geoff Hartwig says reuniting with Hardinge enables his company – which  owns Read More...

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Game-Changing Technologies: 5-Axis Machining Centers

Maximize Performance and Increase Productivity with 5-Axis Machining Centers The days of spending five hours or more...

Hartwig upends the productivity for CNC shops with our latest machining center. The Okuma 5-Axis Machining Center offers premium thermal stability, easier operations, and less down time.

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Game-Changing Technologies: Okuma Enables Machine Shops to do More with Less

As more companies return to full staff following the pandemic, manufacturers are focusing now, more than ever,...

As more companies return to full staff following the pandemic, manufacturers are focusing now, more than ever, on technologies and processes that equip them to be more productive than ever Read More...

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Investing in 5-Axis Machining: What to Consider

As technology and part design advance in aerospace, automotive, and electronics, the demand for increasingly complex parts...

As technology and part design advance in aerospace, automotive, and electronics, the demand for increasingly complex parts continues to grow. And with supply chains ever in flux, job shops and Read More...

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Game-Changing Technologies: Gosiger Automation Within Reach

Industrial automation and robotics aren’t just for the largest and most well-funded manufacturers anymore. We work with...

Industrial automation and robotics aren’t just for the largest and most well-funded manufacturers anymore. We work with customers of all sizes—large OEMs, tiered suppliers, and local job shops—who are seeing Read More...

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Game Changing Technologies: Gosiger Automation Within Reach

Industrial automation and robotics aren’t just for the largest and most well-funded manufacturers anymore. We work with...

Industrial automation and robotics aren’t just for the largest and most well-funded manufacturers anymore. We work with customers of all sizes—large OEMs, tiered suppliers, and local job shops—who are seeing Read More...

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From Zero to Hero: Insights Into Metal 3D Printing from EOS

Metal additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing) is becoming more than a prototyping tool—it’s enabling design-driven...

Metal additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing) is becoming more than a prototyping tool—it’s enabling design-driven manufacturing in industries from electronics to aerospace and everything in between. New, innovative Read More...

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Game-Changing Technologies: Why Swiss and Why Tsugami?

Launched in summer 2020, our Game-Changing Technologies webcast series brings manufacturers together in a virtual setting to...

Launched in summer 2020, our Game-Changing Technologies webcast series brings manufacturers together in a virtual setting to see the latest machine tool tech in action. In this episode, we caught Read More...

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Hartwig, Inc. Launches Enhanced Website for Manufacturers

ST. LOUIS, MO.— Hartwig, Inc., a full service distributor of industrial machine tools, launched an enhanced website...

ST. LOUIS, MO.— Hartwig, Inc., a full service distributor of industrial machine tools, launched an enhanced website in September 2020.  Since its founding in 1960, Hartwig has demonstrated a commitment Read More...

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All Systems Grow: Jackie’s Story

Jackie Gardner is the Manufacturing Support Products Manager at Hartwig, overseeing all after sale products and EDM...

Jackie Gardner is the Manufacturing Support Products Manager at Hartwig, overseeing all after sale products and EDM consumables (in addition to 12 certified parts professionals) for our entire system from Read More...

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Challenge Accepted: Craig’s Story

Craig Jung is the Regional President of our STI territory at Hartwig, Inc. Craig is responsible for...

Craig Jung is the Regional President of our STI territory at Hartwig, Inc. Craig is responsible for leading our sales and service teams for Hartwig customers across the St. Louis Read More...

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Programming Code Guides
System Variable List — Okuma Lathes

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M-Code List — Okuma Lathes

Use this cheat sheet for M-Codes for Okuma lathes. M-Code List for OkumaDownload

Use this cheat sheet for M-Codes for Okuma lathes.

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G-Code List — Okuma Lathes

Use this cheat sheet for a G-code list for Okuma lathes. Okuma G-Code ListDownload

Use this cheat sheet for a G-code list for Okuma lathes.

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Programming Code Guides
Local Variables and G101 for Lathe — Example Program

M110G94 M08G17M146()SFM=80 (Surface Feet Per Minute)IPT=.0005 (Inches per Tooth)DIA=1.265 (Diameter of Cutter)TETH=13 (Number of Teeth on Cutter)()G00...

M110G94 M08G17M146()SFM=80 (Surface Feet Per Minute)IPT=.0005 (Inches per Tooth)DIA=1.265 (Diameter of Cutter)TETH=13 (Number of Teeth on Cutter)()G00 X2.3269 Z0 T0101 SB=[3.82/DIA]*SFMC-29.4594 G42 M13G01 Z-0.19 F15G101 X2.3269 C29.4594 F=IPT*TETH*[[3.82/DIA]*SFM]G0 X3G40G95 M12M109G00 Read More...

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Tool Life Management / Part Transfer (G22) / Sub-Spindle LB15IIMW — Example Program

G140VTLIN[1]=3 VTLFN[1]=1 VTLL[1]=1.625 VTLA2[1]=5 VTLA1[1]=80VTLIN[1]=1 VTLFN[1]=1 VTLL[1]=1.625 VTLA2[1]=5 VTLA1[1]=80VGRIN[2]=9 VGRFN[2]=1 VGRL[2]=1.625 VGRA2[2]=5 VGRA1[2]=55VGRIN[2]=7 VGRFN[2]=1 VGRL[2]=1.625 VGRA2[2]=5 VGRA1[2]=55VTLIN[3]=28...

G140VTLIN[1]=3 VTLFN[1]=1 VTLL[1]=1.625 VTLA2[1]=5 VTLA1[1]=80VTLIN[1]=1 VTLFN[1]=1 VTLL[1]=1.625 VTLA2[1]=5 VTLA1[1]=80VGRIN[2]=9 VGRFN[2]=1 VGRL[2]=1.625 VGRA2[2]=5 VGRA1[2]=55VGRIN[2]=7 VGRFN[2]=1 VGRL[2]=1.625 VGRA2[2]=5 VGRA1[2]=55VTLIN[3]=28 VTLFN[3]=1 VTLD[3]=0.25 VTLL[3]=1 VTLA1[3]=118VTLIN[1]=3 VTLFN[1]=1 VTLL[1]=1.5 VTLA2[1]=5 VTLA1[1]=80VTLIN[1]=1 VTLFN[1]=1 VTLL[1]=1.5 VTLA2[1]=5 VTLA1[1]=80VTLIN[2]=9 VTLFN[2]=1 Read More...

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Programming Code Guides
ID Oil Groove on Okuma Lathe — Example Program

CLEARDEF WORKPS LC,[-60,0],[65,50]PS LC,[-60,0],[65,10],0ENDDRAWG0X20Z20T0101X.9Z.5S200M3M42G0 Z-.5X.995G34 Z-3 X1.010 F.25 J1Z-.5 X1.020Z-3 X1.030Z-.5 X1.040Z-3 X1.050Z-.5 X1.060Z-3 X1.070Z-.5 X1.080Z-3 X1.090Z-.5...

CLEARDEF WORKPS LC,[-60,0],[65,50]PS LC,[-60,0],[65,10],0ENDDRAWG0X20Z20T0101X.9Z.5S200M3M42G0 Z-.5X.995G34 Z-3 X1.010 F.25 J1Z-.5 X1.020Z-3 X1.030Z-.5 X1.040Z-3 X1.050Z-.5 X1.060Z-3 X1.070Z-.5 X1.080Z-3 X1.090Z-.5 X1.100Z-3 X1.110Z-3 X1.120Z-.5 X1.130Z-3 X1.140Z-.5 X1.150Z-3 X1.160Z-.5 X1.170Z-3 X1.180Z-.5 X1.190Z-3 X1.200Z-.5 X.995G0 X.9G0 Read More...

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Programming Code Guides
G88 Threading Cycle for Lathe — Example Program

N1G0X20Z20G50S3500T1111M42M3S1000X3.25Z3.25G71 X2.25 Z.5 B60 U.001 M32 M73 D.03 H.1 F.1 I-.1G88 NLAP1 D.03 H.1 B60 U.001 M32...

N1G0X20Z20G50S3500T1111M42M3S1000X3.25Z3.25G71 X2.25 Z.5 B60 U.001 M32 M73 D.03 H.1 F.1 I-.1G88 NLAP1 D.03 H.1 B60 U.001 M32 M73NLAP1 G81G34 X2 Z3.2 F.010G34 Z.5 X1.8 F.10G0 X3. F.05G80M5M9G0X20Z20M2

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Common Variable for Lathe — Example Program

N10 G14N20 CLEARN30 DEF WORKN40 PS LC,[-30,0],[30,23]N50 ENDN60 DRAWN70 (V1=OD)N80 (V2=Length of fin part)N90 (V3=ID)N100 (V4=Counterbore I.D.)N110...

N10 G14N20 CLEARN30 DEF WORKN40 PS LC,[-30,0],[30,23]N50 ENDN60 DRAWN70 (V1=OD)N80 (V2=Length of fin part)N90 (V3=ID)N100 (V4=Counterbore I.D.)N110 (V5=Counterbore depth)N120 (V6=Counterbore? 1=yes 0=no)N130 (V8=Length of chamfer)N140 (V12=Face SFM)N150 (V13=Face Feedrate)N160 (V14=Rough Read More...

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Good Machine Maintenance Habits for Your Shop

A regular preventive maintenance program can have a variety of benefits to your operation: preventing unplanned downtime,...

A regular preventive maintenance program can have a variety of benefits to your operation: preventing unplanned downtime, prolonging the life of your machines, and even helping your team learn to Read More...

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Game Changing Technology: Okuma GENOS M660-V

One of my favorite things I do at Hartwig is visit manufacturing facilities with our current and...

One of my favorite things I do at Hartwig is visit manufacturing facilities with our current and potential customers so they can see machines in action. Then, as you know, Read More...

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Machine Tool Apps: A Manufacturing Definition

In 2008 both Apple and Google launched their versions of the now famous App Store. In seven...

In 2008 both Apple and Google launched their versions of the now famous App Store. In seven short years apps have become integral to our everyday lives, providing indispensable conveniences Read More...

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
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Vertical vs. Horizontal Machining Centers – An ROI Comparison

Many machine tool users have a knee-jerk reaction when they hear the term horizontal machining center: “that’s...

Many machine tool users have a knee-jerk reaction when they hear the term horizontal machining center: “that’s too expensive for me.” While it’s true that typical horizontal machining centers (HMCs) Read More...

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THINC®-OSP-P300 CNC Control Delivers Process Efficiencies and Enables User Innovation

Okuma’s history of introducing innovations in CNC control technology spans more than 50 years – and the...

Okuma’s history of introducing innovations in CNC control technology spans more than 50 years – and the THINC®-OSP-P300 is the latest breakthrough. The OSP-P300 brings a dramatic paradigm shift to Read More...

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Machine Demos
GF Machining Solutions MIKRON HPM 800U

Spindle damage, machine geometry misaligned and machine down are big expenses. But with Machine Spindle Protection (MSP)...

Spindle damage, machine geometry misaligned and machine down are big expenses. But with Machine Spindle Protection (MSP) in all directions those worries are a thing of the past.

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Machine Demos
CMS Poseidon Moving Bridge

CMS’ Poseidon vertical machining center is shown performing the roughing and finishing operations on the substrate of...

CMS’ Poseidon vertical machining center is shown performing the roughing and finishing operations on the substrate of a boat deck in EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) foam with a special cutting tool.

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Machine Demos
Tsugami M08SY

The M08SY allows you to perform highly complex machining, such as turning, drilling, boring, cross-drilling and milling....

The M08SY allows you to perform highly complex machining, such as turning, drilling, boring, cross-drilling and milling.

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Machine Demos
Okuma GENOS M560-V

The Okuma GENOS M560-V CNC vertical machining center can perform heavy cuts on a variety of materials,...

The Okuma GENOS M560-V CNC vertical machining center can perform heavy cuts on a variety of materials, from aluminum to steel to titanium. This demonstration uses Hi-Cut Pro to achieve Read More...

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Machine Demos
Inputs and Outputs (I/O’s) on the Okuma OSP Control

This video covers best practices for preventive programming using I/O variables on Okuma OSP controls. https://youtu.be/CZQGkjmMHmo

This video covers best practices for preventive programming using I/O variables on Okuma OSP controls.

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Machine Demos
Okuma GENOS M660-V: Game Changing Technologies

In the debut episode of Hartwig's Game-Changing Technologies series we featured the Okuma GENOS M660-V Vertical Machining...

In the debut episode of Hartwig’s Game-Changing Technologies series we featured the Okuma GENOS M660-V Vertical Machining Center. See how the newest (and biggest) member of the GENOS line of Read More...

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How to Use the G84 Code for Rough Turning Conditions

The following commands allow the cutting conditions to be changed from the desired point(s) during a rough...

The following commands allow the cutting conditions to be changed from the desired point(s) during a rough turning cycle. If no change in cutting conditions is necessary, there is no Read More...

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EDM Best Practices

We often help customers at Hartwig with troubleshooting their EDM processes. This short article contains a few...

We often help customers at Hartwig with troubleshooting their EDM processes. This short article contains a few helpful tips for keeping your EDM operation running smoothly. Avoiding Spooling Problems Wire Read More...

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Do you have variables in your manufacturing operation?

Okuma control, the variables and related functions are part of User Task II. On the Fanuc control,...

Okuma control, the variables and related functions are part of User Task II. On the Fanuc control, it is part of Macro B. Most of the variable functions are now Read More...

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Programming Code Guides
Guiding Code Program

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Coding Program Guide

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Program Code Guide

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Game Changing Technology: Okuma GENOS M660-V

One of my favorite things I do at Hartwig is visit manufacturing facilities with our current and...

One of my favorite things I do at Hartwig is visit manufacturing facilities with our current and potential customers so they can see machines in action. Then, as you know, Read More...

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Hartwig’s COVID-19 Response

With COVID-19 continuing to cause disruption in our world, we are making necessary adjustments to ensure that...

With COVID-19 continuing to cause disruption in our world, we are making necessary adjustments to ensure that we can do our part so that you can keep your operations up Read More...

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