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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 an Okuma horizontal or vertical CNC lathe with a P200 or newer control (also available on the P100 control as an option), you have tools Read More...

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Additive Manufacturing
Hartwig Joins Forces with Axtra3D to Expand Additive Manufacturing Offerings

November 19, 2024, Charlotte, NC – Hartwig Inc., a recognized leader in advanced manufacturing solutions, has announced a...

November 19, 2024, Charlotte, NC – Hartwig Inc., a recognized leader in advanced manufacturing solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Axtra3D, an innovator in additive manufacturing technology. Hartwig will join Axtra3D’s reseller network, bringing the Lumia.X1 Hi-Speed SLA system to its extensive portfolio of manufacturing solutions. This partnership enhances Hartwig’s additive manufacturing lineup, enabling customers 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 is Additive Manufacturing (AM), commonly known as 3D printing.  According to a report by Wohlers Associates, the global AM market was valued at $12.8 billion 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 enabling industrial production at the point of need. Markforged offers end-to-end 3D printing solutions that enable manufacturers to create high-performance parts with strength, durability, and Read More...

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Programming Code Guides
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 announce their strategic partnership poised to redefine the potential and landscape of industrial manufacturing. This collaboration between Hartwig Inc. and FormAlloy Technologies signifies a big 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 removal from metal and polymer parts with complicated geometries printed in powder-based 3D printing processes. The automation of depowdering has become a critical step in Read More...

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Automation
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 with Hartwig. Their team of over 70 automation experts provides application-driven solutions at an affordable price, producing reliable products and achieving returns within the first Read More...

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Automation
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 perceive the upfront investment as a barrier to entry. However, it has become increasingly important for manufacturers to consider automation in their operations. Automation is 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 latest partnership with ZEISS, Hartwig is looking to continue to deliver the best metrology inspection equipment on the market to ensure quality and accuracy in 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 cover the following: The History of Additive Types of Additive Technologies Materials Processes Industries in Additive Expert insights After reading, you will possess the information 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 explore the differences between two controls for CNC machines: FANUC and Okuma’s OSP. We’ll discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each system, and how they 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 industries. The uses and advancements within additive (AM) are growing at a rapid pace, becoming a viable option for more and more manufacturing challenges, both 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 CNC machine, it’s especially important to consider the control and operating system and how that might aid or impede automation and programming. In many cases, Read More...

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People Stories
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 bring innovative new designs to life. He also helps our customers evaluate whether industrial 3D printing is right for their operation, collaborating with our partners 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 allowed additive manufacturing to enter the aerospace industry, providing a boon of resources and advantages to help them continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. 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 hundred, you may be missing out on a great opportunity to get more out of your dollars. The U.S. Government passed a year-end budget deal Read More...

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People Stories
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 diagnose, though if you ask David Moore, Service Engineer, CTMSE, he’d tell you with no forced humility that he’s just doing his job. David has 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, can still be revolutionary for manufacturers adopting it to change the way they produce parts and components. The question for most manufacturers deciding whether to 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 Precision Manufacturing creates precision parts for companies all over the world. To stay current, they’ve always looked to the future, embracing cutting machines and mills 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 and operates offices in 14 Central and Mountain states – an opportunity to offer clients a  quality line of machine tools at a competitive price 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 before with safety top of mind. Hartwig and Okuma remain dedicated to helping machine tool users gain competitive advantage through advanced technologies. Robotic high precision 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 tiered suppliers’ ability to deliver quick turnaround times while maintaining strict quality standards is critical to their businesses’ viability.  Investing in new machine technology can 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 their efficiency and productivity soar with automation. Our partners at Gosiger are making automation more accessible than ever with their Automation Within Reach line of 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 their efficiency and productivity soar with automation. Our partners at Gosiger are making automation more accessible than ever with their Automation Within Reach line of 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 part designs can be brought into reality with AM that weren’t possible with traditional machining methods.  EOS, a worldwide leader in additive manufacturing technology, has 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 up with Scott Anthony from Tsugami/Rem Sales. Scott spent time showing off the benefits of CNC Swiss-style machining and some of the new technology Tsugami 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 to innovation and continuous improvement bringing next-generation manufacturing environments to life for its customers. The new website was developed to provide more resources to Hartwig’s Read More...

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People Stories
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 her home base at our St. Louis, MO facility. Retail experience lays the foundation Prior to joining Hartwig, Jackie worked in high-volume retail for several 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 metropolitan area and the states of Illinois and Iowa. Craig’s story is a great example of how hard work, a dedication to learning, and leadership Read More...

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Programming Code Guides
System Variable List — Okuma Lathes

System Variable List — OkumaDownload

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Programming Code Guides
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.

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
Programming Code Guides
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 X20 Z20M02

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
Programming Code Guides
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 VTLL[2]=1.5 VTLA2[2]=5 VTLA1[2]=55VTLIN[2]=7 VTLFN[2]=1 VTLL[2]=1.5 VTLA2[2]=5 VTLA1[2]=55VWKR=393.7007 VCHKL=0.5 VCHKD=0.5 VCHKX=2 VCHKZ=-2G141VWKR=393.7007 VCHKL=0.5 VCHKD=0.5 VCHKX=1.75 VCHKZ=-2G140DEF WORK[M]PT LF,LC,[-20,0],[20,20],[20,0]ENDDEF WORKFPF 0,[0,0],20,DENDDEF WORK[S]PT LF,LC,[-10,0],[20,20],[10,0]PT LF,LC,[-17,0],[18,18],[7,0]PT SS,LC,[-20,0],[13,18],[3,3]ENDCLEARDRAWG141CLEARDRAWN0001 G140N0002 M216N0003 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 Z1 G0 Z-.5X.995G34 Z-3 X1.010 F.25 J1 C180Z-.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 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

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
Programming Code Guides
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 Turn, Drill, and Bore RPM)N170 (V15=Rough Turn Feedrate)N180 (V16=Drill Feedrate)N190 (V18=Bore Feedrate)N200 (V19=Cutoff SFM)N210 (V20=Cutoff Feedrate)N220 G50 S2000N230 G0 X20 Z20N240 M42 S=[3.8/V1]*V12 M3 P10N250 Read More...

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
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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 take better care of your equipment. We customize our preventive maintenance programs according to what type of equipment is running in the shop and what Read More...

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
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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, early this spring everything changed. With in-person visits on hold indefinitely, my team and I began tossing around the idea of a webcast to help Read More...

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
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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 on smartphones, tablets and other devices. Today the saying “there’s an app for that” is true – there is an app for everything. Why do 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) are more expensive (at the time of purchase) than vertical machining centers (VMCs), the high level of productivity you can achieve with an HMC can Read More...

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
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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 the marketplace, with a process-based user interface rather than the traditional mode-based operational layout. The process-based platform is most evident in the EASY OPERATION interface, 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 a smooth finish, uses three tooling changes, ranging from roughing to finishing at speeds up to 12,000 rpm.

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
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.

Joe Thole Hartwig, Inc.
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 machining centers can transform your shop!

Greg Hartwig Hartwig, Inc.
Ask an Engineer
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 need to use them. Changes can only be specified three times  – A, B, C. The commands following the three specified entries must be designated Read More...

Trey Starnes Hartwig, Inc.
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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 tangling or crossovers on the spool are one of the most common reasons for returned EDM wire, yet the vast majority of these incidents are Read More...

Randy Jokerst Hartwig, Inc.
Ask an Engineer
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 standard on the newer Okuma controls. Macro B is usually an option on many Fanuc controls. There are basically three types of variables – local Read More...

Mike Wolf Hartwig, Inc.
Programming Code Guides
Guiding Code Program

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Programming Code Guides
Coding Program Guide

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Programming Code Guides
Program Code Guide

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News
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, early this spring everything changed. With in-person visits on hold indefinitely, my team and I began tossing around the idea of a webcast to help 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 and running smoothly. Our team at Hartwig has created a COVID-19 plan to address the needs of our customers while keeping our employees safe from Read More...

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