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Future Products Adds Hermle C400 5-Axis CNC Machining Center
Future Products Adds Two New Zeiss Coordinate Measuring Machines
Future Products Recertified
Future Products obtains ISO recertification
Metal Punch adds Amada Wasino CNC Surface Grinder
(Cadillac News, May 22, 2012) Cadillac - Take a piece of hair and look at it. Now imagine a machine that can take that piece of hair and precisely cut it into 1,000 equal parts. While that seems nearly impossible to fathom, that is exactly what a new piece of machinery at Metal Punch Corp. in Cadillac has the ability to do.
Recently, Future Products added a new Amada Wasino CNC Precisoin Surface Grinder to its equipment list at its Metal PUnch facility in Cadillac. The Techster-D3 model is a 3-axis CNC Precision Surface Grinder, with higher accuracy grinding at both low and high speeds. The machine's multi-work cycle enables an exceptional finish.
"We continue to make investments in cutting-edge equipment to ensure our customers receive a superior product with shortened delivery times. The addition of a second CNC precision grinder will allow much-needed expanded capacity in large component grinding, resulting in more efficient stock removal," said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.
Metal Punch Corp. President Kerwin Huttenga said the addition of the new CNC surface grinder will upgrade their capabilities in the manufacture of high-precision die components and special tooling. "This machine will enable our company to serve our customers with the higher quality standards they have come to expect at competitive prices in the industry," Huttenga said.
Huttenga also said the installation along with training for programming and operating was completed on May 11, and production is already running smoothly. He added that Metal Punch will be seeking a tax abatement from the city of Cadillac in the near future.
Future Products Adds Surface Grinder at Plant
Future Products Adds Amada Wasino CNC Surface Grinder
Press Releases - Future Products' company news:
Future Products Celebrates 50 Years in Business
Clawson, MI (April 24, 2013) – Future Products, a leading manufacturer of precision die tooling and machined components, is proud to celebrate 50 years of successfully meeting and exceeding our customer requirements in the manufacturing sector.
Irvin F. Swider purchased the business in April of 1963, initially manufacturing punch and die buttons. Originally an eight-man operation, Future Products quickly grew into a profitable business, adding staff and expanding its Clawson facility. In 1973, Future Products further expanded its operations adding a second plant (known as Metal Punch) in Cadillac, Michigan. As the business grew, Future Products evolved its manufacturing focus to more specialized precision tooling work.
“From day one, I operated this company on the belief that employees are our number one asset. The mutual respect for one another has been a key component in the success of our company. Machines alone mean nothing; it’s the people who make a difference,” said Irvin F. Swider.
Today, Future Products remains a privately owned company, employing 90 people between its headquarters in Clawson, & the Metal Punch division in Cadillac. Irvin J. Swider serves as President. For more information on Future Products, visit www.future-products.com.
Future Products Adds Hermle C400 5-Axis CNC Machining Center
Addition will enhance efficiency, precision & throughput
Clawson, MI (March 20, 2013) -Future Products, a leading manufacturer of precision die tooling and machined components, has added a new Hermle C400 5-Axis CNC Machining Center to its extensive equipment list at its Headquarters, located in Clawson, MI. The C400 builds upon Hermle's proven core competence in 5-axis cnc machining resulting in milling complex geometries, while retaining high precision and optimum surface finishes. "For 50 years we have operated under the belief that you must continuously invest in cutting-edge equipment. The addition of the new C 400 cnc machining center offers our customers expanded throughput while delivering the precision they demand. We are proud to be the first company in the the U.S. to install this state of the art machine," said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.
Future Products Adds Two New Zeiss CONTURA G2 Coordinate Measuring Machines
Addition will enhance quality efficiency & accuracy while decreasing rejected parts
Clawson, MI (November 19, 2012) – Future Products, a leading manufacturer of precision die tooling and machined components, has added new Zeiss CONTURA G2 AKTIV Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to its extensive equipment list at the headquarters in Clawson, MI, and its Metal Punch facility, located in Cadillac, MI. The CONTURA G2 AKTIV has a measuring range of X=700 mm, Y=700 mm, and Z= 600 mm, resulting in the ability to measure a wide variety of metal components with a degree of accuracy of .0008” over 3”. The CMM features VAST (Variable Accuracy and Speed probing Technology) scanning technology along with CAD-based CALYPSO software. “We continue to make investments in cutting-edge equipment to ensure our customers receive a superior product that meets their stringent requirements and time constraints. The addition of the CONTURA G2 machines will greatly reduce the number of rejected parts, while increasing throughput. To have the ability to decrease inspection bottleneck while measuring components to tight tolerances with high accuracy and repeatability is a significant enhancement to our business,” said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.
Future Products Stresses Commitment to Quality with ISO 9001:2008 Certification
Clawson, MI (October 24, 2012) – Future Products, a leading manufacturer of precision die tooling and machined components, announced it has successfully achieved its ISO 9001:2008 recertification. The certification demonstrates Future Products’ commitment to providing the highest level of quality in its manufacturing process and business practices. ISO 9001:2008 is globally regarded as the most comprehensive body of standards on Quality Management Systems and practices. The ISO standard is a demanding certification level with stringent auditing, management reviews, and process improvements. “In today’s competitive business environment, organizations want to be certain the vendors they work with are committed to the highest level of standards. The ISO 9001:2008 recertification reinforces our commitment as an industry leader for nearly 50 years,” said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.”
Future Products Adds Amada Wasino CNC Surface Grinder
Addition will enhance efficiency, precision and production
(May 14, 2012) – Future Products has added a new Amada Wasino CNC Precision Surface Grinder to its equipment list at its Metal Punch facility, located in Cadillac, MI. The Techster-D3 model is a 3-axis CNC Precision Surface Grinder, withhigher accuracy grinding at both low and high speeds. The machine’s multi-work cycle enables an exceptional finish. “We continue to make investments in cutting-edge equipment to ensure our customers receive a superior product withshortened delivery times. The addition of a second CNC precision grinder will allow much needed expanded capacity in large component grinding, resulting in more efficient stock removal”, said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.
Future Products Adds Makino DUO43 High Speed Wire EDM
Addition will enhance performance, accuracy and speed
(March 1, 2011) - Future Products has invested in a Makino DUO43 High Speed and Precision CNC Wire EDM. The DUO43 includes many dual features to improve accuracy and speed and will provide and increase in overall machine capability andcapacity. "We continually invest in new technology & equipment to ensure that we deliver on our promise to provide unsurpassed precision manufacturing to our customers", said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.
Future Products Installs Two Makino S56 Vertical Machine Centers
Addition will increase capacity for precision machine shop
(October 12, 2010) - Future Products has added two Makino S56 High Speed Vertical Machining Centers to its precision machining equipment list. One of the S56 machines includes a 4thaxis rotary table. The MakinoS56 machining center provides excellent machine rigidity, high speed capability and exceptional precision and accuracy. The S56 uses a 40 taper, 13,000-rpm spindle with thestiffness and rigidity required for hard cutting applications andthe speed necessary to provide high surface quality for demanding tool and machining applications. The machine's construction and axis configuration ensures high machine rigidity resultingin outstanding accuracy. Axes specifications are: X 36", Y 19", Z 17".
"Our investment in these two machines will increase our throughput and benefit our customers with shorteneddelivery times in addition to high surface quality finish and excellent accuracy", said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products.
Future Products' Tag Line Defines Business
(August 2, 2010) - Future Products, a leading manufacturer of precision die tooling and machined components, is proud to announce their new tag line: Precision Solutions ι Diverse Capabilities. The tag line was developed to differentiate Future Products from the competition. "The first things that came to mind were our on-time delivery, quality andexcellent customer service. And while we realize that our ability to offer those consistently makes us stand apart from the competition, we decided to go a step further and talk about who we are and why someone looking for a precision manufacturing supplier should care", said Irvin Swider, President of Future Products, "When we looked at the full range of capabilities and expertise we offer our customers it was easy to narrow it down to 4 simple, yet meaningful words that say it all: Precision Solutions ι Diverse Capabilities. The actual definitions of those words accurately describe what Future Products provides its customers".
pre·ci·sion (pri·sizh·uh n) adjective: the degree of refinement with which an operation is performed or a measurement stated
so·lu·tions (suh-loo-shuhnz) noun: an answer to a problem
di·verse(dih-vurs) adjective: composed of distinct qualities; of various kinds of forms
ca·pa·bil·i·ty(key-puh-bil-i-tee) noun: the skill or ability required for performance or accomplishment
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