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MC091 - Operation & Programming for Nested-Based Weekes

"Great course. Had everything in it that helps you getting the best results out of your machine." Martin Modl, Twoseven Inc, MC091, October 2009

Course Descriptions

Status

Start Date

End Date

Location

Seats Available

Tuition

Open

3/25/2010

3/26/2010

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

5

$495.00

Open

4/15/2010

4/16/2010

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

10

$495.00

Open

5/20/2010

5/21/2010

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

10

$500.00

Open

6/17/2010

6/18/2010

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

10

$500.00

 

Prerequisites

BZ101, MC050, MC051, MC080, MC090 or MC100

Course description

Students will learn proper operating techniques of a Weeke nested-based CNC machining center utilizing WoodWOP 5.0. Course instruction includes how to operate and program the machine efficiently, programming of nested sheet materials and basic machine maintenance. MODELS: (Nested-based machines) Weeke BHP200, Weeke BHC with Nested-based configuration, Weeke Vantage series, Weeke Vantech series

Who should attend

  • Programmers, machine operators, maintenance technicians, supervisors and owners

Applicable machine models

  • Machining centers

Major topics

  • Machine tooling setup and calibration
  • Machine operation techniques
  • Programming nested panel designs WoodWOP 5.0
  • Techniques in fixture manufacturing
  • Basic machine maintenance

What you will learn

  • Proper and effective use of CNC tooling
  • Machine configurations for nested panel processing
  • Nesting software techniques and procedures
  • Necessary maintenance procedures: clean, inspect, lubricate

Results

  • Produce more accurate panels and less waste material
  • Utilize nesting software techniques
  • Produce accurate and efficient panel programs
  • Properly care for the CNC machining center
 

Duration / Credits

2 days / 1.35 CEU