By fps on December 5, 2011
When it comes to setting up a new CNC, there are a lot steps that take place between the tractor trailer arriving and producing manifolds. In a previous post we showed you pictures from the delivery of our newest machining center. Since that time, we’ve been working on setting up the machine. Below are some pictures [...]
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By fps on November 4, 2011
Setting up a perfect system is a challenging process. At FPS we are always looking for ways to improve the way we do business. Using the knowledge we have gained over the 20+ years of making manifolds we have set out to overhaul the workflow through our machine shop. In designing the workcell we had [...]
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By fps on October 27, 2011
A couple weeks ago, the first of two new CNC machining centers was delivered to FPS. Once up and running, the new Matsuura H. Plus-405 PC6 horizontal CNC will be a great addition to our production capabilities. Below are some pictures of the delivery.
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By fps on October 10, 2011
This summer, FPS remodeled our machine shop in preparation for two new CNC milling machines. The remodel required: The removal of almost everything from the entire 7500 square foot shop Grinding and resurfacing the floor of the shop Repainting Once the floor was finished, we moved everything back into place. Next up, we’ll be installing [...]
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