I have visited lathe shop and Yokoyama factory in Takaida, Higashiosaka city. Good morning, Mr. Yokoyama ... ? The machine is disappearing from one corner of the factory ... Yokoyama Seisakusho is planning to add an NC lathe in February. For that reason, I had just parted from an old general-purpose lathe. It seems that it is the first time in 15 years to add new equipment, and this year will be a major challenge for Yokoyama Factory. -Additional NC lathes this time. What is Yokoyama's aim? "The first is to increase the speed of production and respond to more requests. Currently I am doing it alone, so it is frustrating that there are cases where I have to refuse many requests. Was using a 2-axis NC lathe and a general-purpose milling machine, but it took a lot of time due to many hand work such as changing the blade and changing it to a square shape The NC lathe to be introduced this time is capable of 4-axis machining, so it is possible to automatically fulfill all of the manual steps described above. The same thing will be completed in about one-third of the time in the past. "Yokoyama's hand is bigger. An NC lathe with a milling function realizes the processing that was previously performed with a 2-axis NC lathe and a general-purpose milling machine. Until now, the limit was about 50, but now it can accept twice as many. "One more thing, the accuracy of the product is dramatically improved. (± 5 / 100mm → ± 5 / 1000mm after introduction) Due to the limitations of manual work, we sometimes refuse to cry for requests that require accuracy. After the introduction, we can accept with confidence. "What we can do with human hands, what we can do with machines. This multiplication will further expand Mr. Yokoyama's future work. From unloading of existing equipment, loading in new equipment, training for learning, and coordinating work ... Making this decision should not be an easy task for Mr. Yokoyama, who runs a factory alone. is. I feel that Yokoyama is ready for the next stage. Expect Yokoyama Manufacturing to be able to handle requests that require more lots, machining that requires precision, and complex machining such as flange machining! "When I was young, I didn't know anything about technology, I just worked on it ... I've been using a rather rough machine in my mind. I want to use the next machine carefully." Machine is an important partner for craftsmen. by the way! I often see craftsmen displaying important and favorite things on the machine ... Are you decorated? Lol I will be able to see such a new partner on the next visit! Yokoyama Thank you again this time.