Emuge-Franken USA partners with Okuma

Published
August 08, 2023 - 08:30am
Emuge

Emuge-Franken USA, a manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, end mills, drills and other rotary tools, has partnered with Okuma America Corp., joining the Partners in Technology program, founded by Okuma. 

Partners in Technology is a collaborative network of more than 50 companies that provide distinctive technologies and services that augment Okuma CNC machines for metal cutting and manufacturing applications. Members of the Partners in Technology network work closely with Okuma personnel to solve problems and explore new productivity ideas for manufacturers.

The new partnership strategically combines high performance cutting tool solutions and applications expertise from Emuge-Franken with leading machine tool technology from Okuma.

Both companies are committed to having the highest levels of customer satisfaction by offering innovative, precision solutions and application testing and support. Emuge-Franken's cutting tools feature premium quality solid carbide and tool steel, and unique designs with complex geometries, all precision-machined with remarkable accuracy.

Emuge-Franken’s on-going and intensive research and development also results in unique cutting tool solutions that significantly save time and enhance productivity. Emuge-Franken cutting tools and applications support will be available in Okuma’s Technology Centers throughout the U.S.A., which includes locations in Charlotte, N.C., Chicago, and Houston.

“We are looking forward to collaborating with Okuma and the members of the Partners in Technology Network to combine our strengths and deliver innovative technology solutions to manufacturers worldwide,” said Bob Hellinger, President, EMUGE-FRANKEN USA. “Together, we will help manufacturers achieve new levels of precision, efficiency and competitiveness.”

Related Glossary Terms

  • centers

    centers

    Cone-shaped pins that support a workpiece by one or two ends during machining. The centers fit into holes drilled in the workpiece ends. Centers that turn with the workpiece are called “live” centers; those that do not are called “dead” centers.

  • computer numerical control ( CNC)

    computer numerical control ( CNC)

    Microprocessor-based controller dedicated to a machine tool that permits the creation or modification of parts. Programmed numerical control activates the machine’s servos and spindle drives and controls the various machining operations. See DNC, direct numerical control; NC, numerical control.

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