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Course: MC081 Operation & Programming for Vacuum Pod Weekes

"I would recommend this class, as I feel it will greatly improve understanding the machine and how it works." Joshua Dillon, B & H Millwork & Fixtures Inc. -- Duration: 2 days Tuition: $495

Upcoming Sessions
StatusStart DateEnd DateLocationSeats AvailableTuition 
Open 02.23.12 02.24.12 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 7 $495.00 Add to Registration
Open 03.22.12 03.23.12 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 10 $495.00 Add to Registration
Open 04.26.12 04.27.12 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 10 $495.00 Add to Registration
Open 05.10.12 05.11.12 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 10 $495.00 Add to Registration
Open 06.28.12 06.29.12 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 10 $495.00 Add to Registration

Prerequisites

BZ101, MC050, MC051, MC080, MC090 or MC100 or familiarity with WoodWOP 4.xx/5.xx programming

Course Description

Students will learn proper operating techniques of a vacuum pod Weeke CNC machining center, utilizing WoodWOP 5.0 software. Course instruction includes how to operate and program the machine efficiently, programming of C-axis aggregates and basic machine maintenance. MODELS: (Vacuum pod machines) - Weeke BHC250, 280, 350, 500, 550, 555, 750, 600, Weeke BP60, 80, 85, 100, 120, 140, 145, 150, 155, Weeke BP12 and 15 (upgraded to WoodWOP 4.0 minimum), Weeke Venture Series

Job Function

Operations, Programming

Major Topics

Machine tooling setup and calibration
Machine operation techniques
Programming C axis aggregates with WoodWOP 5.0
Techniques in fixture manufacturing
Basic machine maintenance

Will Learn

Proper and effective use of CNC tooling
Machine configurations for panel processing
Horizontal, vector aggregate programming and operation
Small part fixtures and techniques
Necessary maintenance procedures: clean, inspect, lubricate

Who Should Attend

Programmers, machine operators, maintenance technicians, supervisors and owners

Applicable Machine Models

Machining centers

Duration/Credits

2 days / 1.35

For more information about Stiles Education, contact  at 616.698.7500 x1625.

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