Methods to Hold KIWA Japan "Demo Days" Series this Spring
SUDBURY, MA. U.S.A. (February 16, 2009) - Methods Machine Tools Inc., a leading supplier of innovative precision machine tools, has announced they will be holding a series of KIWA-Japan "Demo Days" at Methods Technology Centers throughout the United States this spring. Attendees will see live, interesting machining and technical sessions for demanding applications. The primary focus will be on how Kiwa machining solutions can impact a machine shop's business by increasing productivity and profits in a difficult economy.
The schedule for the Spring 2009 road show is as follows:
Methods Sudbury, Massachusetts March 31st
Meredith Machinery Greenwood, Indiana April 7th, 8th, 9th
Methods Elgin, Illinois April 28th / 29th
Methods Wixom, Michigan May 5th
Methods Charlotte, North Carolina May 20th
Methods Tempe, Arizona June 3rd / 4th
Methods Golden, Colorado June 16th
On the agenda for the Kiwa-Japan demo days are live demonstrations of the latest HMC and VMC technology. In addition, Methods will be presenting how critical machining lights out and unattended is for profitability. KIWA-Japan HMC and VMC Demonstrations will feature fast, non-cutting times, high metal removal rates, power and capacities, effective dry machining, easy pallet changes and more. Attendees will also be able to see the high quality of a KIWA Japan KH-45 casting including the spindle, ballscrews, and servos. Registration for a KIWA-Japan Day is required by logging on to www.methodsmachine.com or by calling (978) 443-5388 x507.
"We are thrilled to be able to offer our customers and prospects the opportunity to see KIWA-Japan Machining Center demonstrations at a location near them," said Mr. Scott McIver, Chairman & Vice President of Product Development at Methods Machine Tools. "We will provide our customers comprehensive solutions to improve their business in this tough economic environment. KIWA- Japan's fully loaded design, incredible performance and affordable cost will surely generate interest."
KIWA-Japan's exclusive in-the-field expandable tool and pallet technology, feature-rich packages and cost-effective pricing, brings the profits of horizontal machining within a job shop's reach. Expandability allows shops to upgrade from a 2-pallet horizontal machine with 120 tools to a 6 or 8-pallet machine with 220 tools. The KIWA-Japan KH-41 and KH-45 Horizontal Machining Centers feature a 400 mm pallet. The KH-45 has an ample work envelope of 29.5" diameter by 39.4" h and the KH-41 features a compact footprint and work envelope of 21.7" diameter by 33.5" h.
The versatile KIWA-Japan Triple V21i 40-Taper Vertical Machining Centers are designed for a wide variety of applications. The Triple V21i features a lazy susan pallet changer for fast work changing in high production environments. Systems feature powerful cutting force, high-speed rapid traverse, machine automation and convenient chip disposal.
Methods Machine Tools, Inc. has been a leading supplier of precision machine tools and accessories for 50 years, providing installation, parts, service, and training through a network of dealers throughout North America.
For more information about Methods and KIWA Demo Days, please contact: Mr. Scott McIver, Chairman & Vice President of Product Development, 65 Union Avenue, Sudbury, MA 01776, TEL: (978) 443-5388 x507, FAX: (978) 440-9405, Email: sales@methodsmachine.com or visit their website at www.methodsmachine.com.
Editorial Contact:
Mr. Michael McCue
McCue & Associates LLC
978-733-1353
mmccue@mccueassociates.com
Company Contact:
Mr. Scott McIver
Methods Machine Tools, Inc.
978-443-5388
smciver@methodsmachine.com
