Machine Schooling

[Frank]

Hey all: (Still here) We have a Hitachi Seki, that's 1 year old, and we are having a Makino delivered next week. They both have a Fanuc 16M control. Before these machines our best has been 12M and very slow. We have been stumbling through running the Hitachi, good parts but scary. My question is schooling comes with the Makino, and the boss doesn't want to send anybody, he doesn't think there's a big difference between the old and new. I personally think there is a big difference, but since I'm used to running the old, could someone point out the +'s of schooling for the new.

 

Thanks,

Frank

[MACHINEMASTERG]

theres always something new to learn tell him this is time well spent $$$learn it now from a pro or fumble thru the book later scratching you head later it all cost money$$$$

[betts]

Frank,

Having been to Makino School, the Technology Transfer Class, I can tell you it is VERY much worth it. I know it is difficult to have someone away from their job, but it will pay off if the person going has active interest in betterment of the company and themselves.

 

Makino is known throughout as being the best or in the top 3 for its training. Plus you get some one on one with people you can call later and get help when you need it. Then you already have a relationship with that person and you communication is much more effective.

 

Personally I think for the price of machine tools it is counterproductive NOT to send someone. Especially since its your first MAkino.

 

My $.02

 

HTH

[deeherk]

frank,

you have to get your boss to understand that if he had to send you to school later, how much the cost would be...free shooling is a no brainer...

good luck...

dan

[kinglouie V]

Besides all that.....

 

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learn it now from a pro or fumble thru the book later scratching you head later

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how's your engrish?

 

didn't we discuss this already?

[Psychomill]

quote:

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how's your engrish?

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... LMAO

 

Does your Makino actually have a 16 contol or is it a PRO 3 (based on the Fanuc 16). There are some differences that Makino has added on top of the Fanuc 16.

 

The schooling is definately worth it. You also learn quite a bit of the controls capabilities as well as the machines possibilities. Not to mention the conection you will begin to establish will be priceless in the future.

 

And best of all... its FREE. That's my favorite 4 letter F word right next to.... Did I say that?!

 

Strike that if you must...