MTEC - Facilities
Machining Training Cell

The MTEC^SM training cell will offer your machining, tool and die industry technician hands-on experience in our completely flexible environment. When feasible, we encourage firms to bring their own machines into this cell to simulate exact conditions of their machining operations. Large overhead doors and heavy-duty overhead cranes can accommodate the rigging of the machines and tools desired. The West Factory area is dedicated to machining and welding and has a capacity of 12 to 36 people, depending on the configuration. The Machining Cell is equipped with the following items:

Equipment

• Clausing Tandem (two head) drill press
• J & L Lathe
• Hannifin F-101 press
• Premier dual lift hydraulic pressure tester

Traditional Uses

• Process specific training in machining
• Manufacturing systems technology and integration
• Industrial automation
• Environment control

Potential Uses

• Remote industry specific distance training
• Industry vendor based equipment specific training
• Vendor based satellite sales and marketing facility
• Research and development
• Cell rental for process experimentation
• Die tuning and adjustment prior to installation