Productivity Improvement Day Successfully Helps Manufacturers

Charlotte, NC (March 23, 2009) – Fifty-four people, representing thirty-two companies, attended a Productivity Improvement Day on February 25, 2009 at the Partners in THINC facility in Charlotte, NC, hosted by Morris South and Partners in THINC.

Carl Long, from Marposs, demonstrates gauging and the THINC control to folks from Wilson Machine.

Attendees had the opportunity to see Okuma machine tools in action and to meet with various supplier partners to discuss advanced manufacturing and the integration of machine tools with peripheral equipment. Companies represented at the event included Iscar Metals, Sandvik, Schunk, Zoller and others. In addition to talking with manufacturers, attendees heard Dr. Bert Erdel, Ph.D. speak on “A Wholistic Approach to Machining”. Lunch was provided and door prizes were awarded throughout the day.

Okuma and Morris South employees demonstrate the Kennametal ToolBoss

When polled after the event, 100% of the attendees stated that the Productivity Improvement Day was a valuable use of their time. They welcomed the opportunity to meet with multiple vendors in the same location and discuss how the components could work together to improve productivity in their shops. The next Productivity Improvement Day will be held on April 29 and will focus on Multi-tasking, multi-function machines. For more information contact Kathy Poulin (Partners in THINC) at kpoulin@okuma.com or Mark Elmore (Morris South) at melmore@morrissouth.com.

About Okuma America Corporation:
Okuma America Corporation is the US based affiliate of Okuma Corporation, a world leader in the development of computer numeric controls (CNC) and machining technology, founded in 1898 in Nagoya, Japan. Known for its technology leadership and world-class manufacturing, product quality and dedication to customer service, Okuma strives to be the machine tool solution provider to manufacturers worldwide. Fore more information, visit www.okuma.com

About Partners in THINC
Partners in THINC is a unique facility and concept offering integrated solutions and a one-stop-shop designed to streamline current manufacturing processes, improve capabilities, or for exploring advanced manufacturing options. Each member of Partners in THINC brings specialized equipment, expertise and a commitment to provide the best possible integrated solutions to the end-user. For more information, visit www.partnersinthinc.com.