Man vs Machine

Start
November 09, 2018
12:00 PM
End
November 10, 2018
4:00 PM
Location
Keene, NH
Spaces left
25

Registration

1. Member Early (Through Oct 10) – $199.00
Full registration, includes, lunch
2. Member (After Oct 10) – $249.00
Full registration, includes, lunch
3. Non-Member Early (Through Oct 10) – $259.00
Full registration, includes lunch
4. Non-Member (After Oct 1) – $299.00
Full registration, includes lunch and RT Bus Transportation Hotel/Loudoun

Warning!
This has been the most requested learning topic by our membership don't be left out. It is first come first served.

Man vs Machine

Friday, Nov 9 - Saturday, Nov 10

SORRY this event is limited to the first 35 Attendees. Register Early!

Max 2 persons from any one company.

Everything you wanted to know about CADD, CAM, and CNC Manufacturing compared to skilled craftsmanship but just haven't had time to learn. Is it faster? Will it save me money or help me to grow my business? Can it be scaled to suit my business plan and meet my customers expectations? Do I need this to remain competitive. Will my craftsman feel defeated or dispensable? Should I take the leap?

Ok if it turns out to be the best approach? Can it make everything? How many Axis? Will it fit in my shop? And what about programing, tooling, vacuum, dust collection, fixturing, positioning, and ...

...YIKES, feels like OVERLOAD dude!

This workshop is for you and those that want to learn more from those that have been doing it for a while. Experienced members not salesmen will be on hand with both 5 and 3 axis machine, live-demonstrtations to show and tell you what has worked for them and likely just as important... What Hasn't.

Save the Date
Early Registration Opens September 24.
Early Members - $199
Early Non-Members $259

Tentative Schedule

Friday

12:00 – 12:30 “MAN Vs Machine”- How does a CNC machine compare to an employee in cost and output of work? Do we have to run a machine 40 hour a week to justify the investment?
12:30-1:00 Understanding the basics of a CNC machine and the options in the configurations of machines, the tables, and the heads.
1:00-1:30 Understanding about 3 axis, 4 axis, 5 axis and what they can perform
2:00-2:15 15-minute break
2:15-3:30 How does software fit they way you work and its role in the CNC machining process. An overview of the options available.
3:30-5:00 We will machine the parts for a simple staircase (4 rise) on the 3 axis CNC. This will be done with a running commentary and answering questions.
5:00-6:00 Tooling- Understanding the basics of how CNC machines cut. Climb cutting vs conventional cutting shop people are used too. Styles of cutters and heads that stairbuilders use.
7:00 Meet for an informal meal at a local restaurant for those whom wish to attend.

Saturday

8:00 – 9:00 Fixturing and holding the components to be machined.
9:00- 11:00 Actual programing of stair case components
11:00-12:00 Mill the pieces we programed with an emphasis on how the parts are being held down, the way the tool paths are being run. This is an overview of what we have been teaching in action.
12:00-12:30 Lunch- A in shop lunch to be served (Brown bag).
12:30-2:00 Milling handrails and rail fittings.
2:00-3:30 CNC machining of rail and rail fittings.
3:30-4:00 A answer period for any questions not yet covered.

Accommodations

Marriott Courtyard Keene Downtown

Book online for SMA rate of $114/nt+

Room Block Closes October 9, 2018

Please support SMA by staying at this hotel. Booking your room at the Marriott will help SMA meet its commitment and enable us to continue to negotiate the best room rates.

Getting There:

Keene, NH can be accessed from Boston, Manchester and Providence Airports where you can rent a car and drive.

Who should attend?

All who have interest in Stairbuilding
Owners, Admin, Supervisors, Lead-men, Craftsmen
Open to all in the industry - SMA Membership not req'd

Man vs Machine

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Who should attend?

Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association