Lowell is adding to our multi-tasking machining capabilities with a second Nakamura-Tome WT-100. The two Nakamuras are relieving bottlenecks in our Swiss and Mill/Turn departments. The new “Nak”, as we call them, is configured identically to our first WT-100 we took delivery on this spring. We’ve already seen the results in more capacity and throughput […]
We are adding another Tsugami S206 to our Swiss department! The 6 axis S206 has 12,000 RPM main and sub-spindles and 8,000 RPM live tooling that enables our operators to machine with both spindles simultaneously. A Fanuc 32i-A CNC controller, 35 tool capacity, bar feeder and chip conveyer round out the package. Lowell has invested […]
In addition to extra capacity, new manufacturing equipment generates lots of extra heat. So our latest equipment purchase this year goes on the roof! On a bluebird day in Minnesota our HVAC contractor is installing a new 20 ton Lennox Strategos rooftop unit. According to the folks from Lennox, the Strategos is the most energy […]
Lowell, Inc is seeking a Quality Engineer to become an integral team member of the continuous improvement initiative at Lowell. Responsibilities include: Managing the CAPA system. Implement statistical techniques and manufacturing process controls. Assist with design verification and validation test planning, execution and reporting. Lead FMEA/Risk Management activities. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits […]
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annual meeting is in Las Vegas, NV March 25-27. Lowell is new to AAOS having exhibited for years at NASS. As a result you’ll need to look pretty hard to find us. We are in the First Time Exhibitor section booth #768. Lenny Schaust, Rick Cullen and Jurell Baker who […]
Nakamura WT-100 – Reduces Cycle Time 33% Lowell is adding to our multi-tasking machining capabilities by acquiring a Nakamura-Tome WT-100. The Nakamura standard features include upper and lower 6,000 RPM turrets with 24 tools each, two opposed spindles and a Fanuc 31i controller. As usual we’ll be adding all the bells and whistles doubling the […]
