With the goals of increased flexibility and reduced maintenance in mind, GF Machining Solutions developed its next generation CUT S 400 Dedicated wire electrical discharge machine (EDM) that improves the overall production of aerospace jet engine turbine disks, in particular for cutting their fir tree blade patterns. With advanced features and capabilities, the new machine allows manufacturers to cut a wider range of turbine blade diameters and do so with fewer production interruptions due to typical EDM setup and maintenance issues. 

Seventy years ago, the invention of Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) revolutionized worldwide manufacturing. AGIE and Charmilles pioneered this technology and remain world market leaders today under the umbrella of GF Machining Solutions, a company that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Michael Koch has been promoted to senior laser applications manager at MC Machinery Systems in Elk Grove Village, IL. Koch joined MC Machinery in 2011 as a waterjet installer. Since then, he has held positions in the installation, service and sales departments, primarily helping customers with specific applications, manufacturing issues and process improvements.