Non-Stop and Easy to Use SPEEDIO Helps Provide High Quality and Short Delivery Schedules

Machida Factory Co., Ltd.

(Headquarters: Maebashi City, Gunma)

With headquarters located at Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture, Machida Factory Co., Ltd. is a company that specializes in machining aluminum products. Focusing on heat sinks, they are engaged in parts machining across a wide range of fields, including communication devices, semiconductors, and medical devices.

Since its establishment in 1982, the company has continued to refine its high-precision aluminum machining technology under its management philosophy of "creating products with the highest quality, delivered at the fastest speed." Particularly when machining heat sinks, their major product, they have perfected a unique technology based on know-how developed over many years, creating finished products with virtually no burrs. Their high level of technical skills has been recognized, leading to the company being selected for the "One Company, One Technology" promoted by Gunma Prefecture.

Furthermore, the company has a large number of certified machining skills specialists, providing a highly reliable skilled workforce for site operations. This enables them to achieve both quality and on-time delivery, earning the deep trust of clients.

Growth Driven by a Sense of Security With SPEEDIO's Non-Stop Production

"The first automated machine introduced by our first company president, the current chairman, was a tapping center (TC-221) by Brother Industries in 1987. As the company started with the drill press, I heard that productivity changed dramatically ever since," says President Machida, the second generation to lead the company.

Since then, they have continued to use Brother machines for nearly 40 years.

However, until recently, the company faced a shortage of factory space, making it difficult to expand production capacity. "Even though we wanted to accept more orders, we couldn't add more equipment. We barely managed by replacing old machines," President Machida recalls.

But then, following an invitation from Maebashi City, a new factory was completed in 2024. With the larger space, they were able to build up their facilities, including the U500Xd2 and the S500Xd2 as their latest additions. Currently, they operate over 10 SPEEDIO machines.

President Machida has this to say about the SPEEDIO's appeal:

"In a space where only one BT40 machine can fit, we can install two compact SPEEDIO units. This enables us to increase our production capacity." He adds, "Brother machines are incredibly durable. For a company like ours that creates products non-stop by mass production, the sense of security that comes from knowing that 'production goes on' is crucial."

Maintaining High Productivity With SPEEDIO. Contributing to Human Resources Development as Well

The SPEEDIO has been well received on the production floor as well for its ease of use.

"It excels at high-precision, high-speed machining, which is extremely helpful in maintaining our high productivity while shortening machining time. Machines equipped with index tables also help in preventing misalignment, reducing setup time, and conserving manpower." (Mr. Yusuke Tate)

"With respect to rigidity, it can handle even fairly strong machining without any problems. It didn't budge at all even when we brought in a program created for a BT40 machine. I was honestly amazed." (Mr. Yusuke Tate)

"The table is low, making it easy for both anybody to reach all the way to the back as well as load and unload workpieces. Some users also appreciate that the coolant can be easily drained and the chips can be discarded right behind the unit." (Mr. Fuse)

Additionally, all three agree, "The touch panel is really clear. You can instantly check the number of machining steps and machining time for production." The easy-to-read touch panel is effective in terms of personnel training as well. "It's easy to understand and explain to operators during handovers. It's a user-friendly machine." (Mr. Keisuke Tate)

Aiming for Global Success While Maintaining Ties With the Local Community

"Since introducing the SPEEDIO, the flow of work processes has become much smoother, enabling us to add more equipment and create a positive loop," says President Machida.

Leveraging the machining technology they had cultivated over many years, the company aims to build a far-reaching production system that can go after the global market.

"We are also focusing on training young technicians and transferring technical skills by supporting technical skills certification and conducting educational training. With confidence in our ability to handle anything as long as it involves aluminum, we're ready to take on new fields, including the aerospace industry," says President Machida.

At the same time, the company also values its ties to the local community, accepting students for on-site work training programs and through custom-made products.

"As a local manufacturing company, we want to continue to provide products that meet our customers' expectations. Further, we aim to establish a Machida brand that can be recognized worldwide," says President Machida.

As a partner supporting their goals, SPEEDIO continues to run in full force at Machida Factory's production site.