CT (New England: MA, CT, RI) - Mastercam User Group

[scooke4073]

I'm trying to get a user group established for the Connecticut area. I've been meaning to get this organized since the open house at CNC but have been pretty busy. Basically I'm just reaching out to see if there is enough interest out there to get this thing started.

 

I work at Mazak and I have already secured the use of our Northeast Technology Center. I have had contact with CNC and they are more than willing to help get this thing running. I know we would be able to get guest speakers and what not.

 

The basic concept is to provide a place for Mastercam users to get together to hone our skills and network. It would be open to all experience levels because I firmly believe that everyone has something to bring to the table.

 

So let me know if you would be interested so we can begin to take the steps necessary to get this thing going!

 

Thanks,

Shawn Cooke

[Colin Gilchrist]

I'd be interested. PM me some details and I see what support I can offer...

[K2csq7]

I can ensure the floor will be xxxx & span!

 

 

[djstedman]

Im in northwestern CT.. and I am interested depending on times and whats going on ..

 

I definitely think K2csq7 should buy us all lunch though .. lol..

[K2csq7]

Im in northwestern CT.. and I am interested depending on times and whats going on ..

 

I definitely think K2csq7 should buy us all lunch though .. lol..

You can pick 3 choices from McD's dollar menu.

[Aaron Eberhard]

I'm in But you knew that already.

[Colin Gilchrist]

Please only respond to this thread if you:

 

1. Live or work in the CT or surrounding area

 

and

 

2. Are interested in joining a Mastercam User Group that will meet in-person on a semi-regular basis...

 

All other posts will be deleted.

 

Regards,

 

Colin

[K2csq7]

Thanks Colin,

C'mon guys....

[Mick from CNC Software Inc.]

Add me to the interested list.

[Guest]

Might want to check and see if the local "resellers" might not want to get involved

 

Were I still there, I would certainly offer up some of my time

[scooke4073]

Might want to check and see if the local "resellers" might not want to get involved

 

Were I still there, I would certainly offer up some of my time

 

I definitely want to get Cimquest involved. I just figured this would get the ball rolling. I'll wait to see how much interest this generates.

[Colin Gilchrist]

For anyone that is interested, this User Group is an in-person meeting, hosted by one of our local Mazak Applications Engineers. If you can make the drive, you are invited.

 

Anyone is welcome to join us, but it looks like the meetings will be held somewhere near the Hartford, CT area. (Windsor Locks? - Can you let us know Shawn?)

 

We can talk about pretty much anything Mastercam related, with a focus on answering your Toolpath or "how do I?" type questions.

 

Any thoughts on the date for the first meeting?

[scooke4073]

Yes, Windsor Locks. Our Technology Center is very close to Bradley Airport.

 

I'm not sure about a date for the first meeting. I'm going to make contact with local resellers to see if they could contact their customer base. Once we figure out a rough headcount I can nail down a definite date. We would have food + drink and possibly (depending on machine availability) demos and general machining technology info.

[htm01]

sounds good

[htm01]

 

Were I still there, I would certainly offer up some of my time

your still close enough, you made that trip many times

[#Rekd™]

Just a thought for futures. Maybe a video link or a webinar type session for those that can't attend.

[Ron Branch @ 5th Axis]

If I am in the area during I would be glad to stop by and attend.

[Colin Gilchrist]

Just a thought for futures. Maybe a video link or a webinar type session for those that can't attend.

 

This would involve much more "production" on our end, but I certainly like the idea. I'll see what we can do...

[Colin Gilchrist]

If I am in the area during I would be glad to stop by and attend.

 

Anyone is welcome, and we'd certainly be glad to have you Ron...

[#Rekd™]

This would involve much more "production" on our end, but I certainly like the idea. I'll see what we can do...

 

Maybe something as simple as a blog or?? Where registered (verified) users could post questions/ suggestions for the group to address/ discuss.

[scooke4073]

For anyone interested here are the details:

 

Feb. 20th @ Mazak Northeast Technology Center, Windsor Locks, CT

 

1pm-4pm.

[Colin Gilchrist]

Hi Shawn,

 

Any chance we can move the time back to after 5 pm? I'm not sure how many people will be able to take time off work to attend. Would 6-9 pm be an option?

 

If the times are fixed for this particular session, then perhaps we can consider a later start next time...

[scooke4073]

The gears have already been set into motion. After discussion with a few people at CNC it was suggested (by CNC) that afternoon typically works best.. I've never been involved in anything like this before so I'm going to listen to the advice of someone who has.

 

I'm always open for suggestion. I completely understand if people can't take time off of work for this session....but I've also played hooky in the past for the sake of professional development.

 

I guess we will see what the turnout looks like and heed any and all constructive criticism.

[htm01]

just got an invite to mazak/cimquest/mastercam seminar at Mazak on feb 20th 1-4 pm whats the scoop?

[scooke4073]

Focusing on dynamic toolpaths. There will be presentations along with cutting demonstrations on a few of the machines we have in our technology center. We have a QTS250 that will be doing dynamic turning and a couple of VCU 400s that will be doing dynamic milling toolpaths. Maybe a few more machines in the mix if we have the time.

 

There will be refreshments, opportunities to network and Q/A time with some of the folks at CNC Software.