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Brooks Machinery February 15, 2017 Newsletter

New York Entrepreneur Makes Largest One-Time Purchase

INDIANAPOLIS—Charles Boyce, owner of Boyce Technologies in New York, broke the Hurco USA record for the largest single purchase of Hurco CNC machines in the division’s history. Boyce Technologies designs and manufactures security and communications equipment for the mass transit market, including emergency response systems, intercom systems, security alarm systems, radio and wireless networks, and customer information display systems. Their newest system, called Help Point, is what subway riders in New York City use to get information and to get help when needed.

Founded in 2007, the company has grown from one employee, the owner Charles Boyce, to 60. Boyce Technologies received the 2015 Inc. Top 5000 Honors with a rank of #166 due to its 3-year growth rate of 2,442%. Inc. also ranked Boyce #16 of the Top New York Companies, and #3 for Top Manufacturing Companies.

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Charles Boyce purchased his first Hurco CNC machine from Hurco distributor Brooks Associates in 2008 before he had a commercial building. “The first VMX30 was installed in the living room. We had to cut the ceiling joists away to allow the Z travel to retract fully,” said Boyce.

With this latest order, the Hurco fleet of CNC machines at Boyce Technologies numbers 21. Boyce credits the ability to choose the best manufacturing technology as one of the key components that has made his company successful in developing technology solutions for its customers in the mass transit sector. Specifically, the Hurco control powered by WinMax® provides the versatility required to go from concept to finished part. The control also has the specifications to handle large program part files with a solid state drive that has 2GB of RAM, a 2 GHz processor, 64GB hard drive, and Hurco’s patented motion system, UltiMotion, that provides up to 10,000 blocks of lookahead.

In addition to the original 3-axis VMX30, seven Hurco VMX42i mills, five VMX84i mills, two high-speed mills, and a lathe with live tooling, Boyce has invested in high-end 5-axis technology from Hurco with his purchase of two VMX42SRTi swivel head 5-axis mills and three trunnion style 5-axis mills. The VMX42SRTi is equipped with a C-axis, torque, rotary table that has unlimited angular movement. The extra large table delivers exceptional manufacturing flexibility to manufacture a high mix of parts because the additional table space can be used for secondary operations or 3-axis work.

Hurco recently released the MAX5 control console, which features numerous ergonomic design features focused on operator usability. “Our trust in Hurco has led us to purchase the largest quantity of Max 5 controllers in the world, making our new LIC (Long Island City) production center one of the most advanced production centers in America,” said Boyce.

In addition to selecting the right CNC technology to develop technology solutions, Boyce credits his team of designers, CAD drafters, CNC programmers, machinists, welders, engineers, assemblers, field technicians, project managers, software designers, salespeople and administrative support for the company’s rapid success. “Together, they find innovative solutions to deliver emergency response systems, intercom systems, security alarm systems, radio and wireless networks, customer information display systems and integrated software that are reliable in the harsh conditions of mass transit and other such venues. They are a team that solves problems and takes pride in the work they do,” said Boyce.

New OMAX Dashboard Gives Customers the Ultimate in Service and Support

KENT, Wash., Sept. 12, 2016 – OMAX Corporation recently launched its new Digital Customer Dashboard. This customer-centric digital initiative allows the company to further strengthen its service and support as well as streamline the overall parts-purchasing experience for customers. At IMTS, service and support experts were available in booth N-6228 to discuss and demo the new Customer Dashboard.

OMAX meticulously developed its Customer Dashboard, which features the company’s new Marketplace e-commerce interface, to provide customers a personalized, all-encompassing and convenient digital support experience. In today’s business world where late nights and weekends are typical, the dashboard caters to the hectic schedules of OMAX customers that can range from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups to job shops – all with constantly changing needs and priorities.

“OMAX support options extend to fit our customers’ schedules,” said Stephen Bruner, vice-president of marketing at OMAX. “We continue to develop easy to use tools that help operators and owners get the most out of their waterjet cutting systems.”

At the portal, an intuitive dashboard greets customers who can then easily access part order status, service cases, manuals, e-learning materials and account management tools. Unmatched in the industry, OMAX’s E-learning resource provides convenience and flexibility for customers to obtain valuable employee training on a schedule and at a pace that works specifically for them.

After setting up their own personalized OMAX accounts, customers can also download/activate software. Plus, there is a new channel to engage, one-one-one with OMAX customer service if questions and/or concerns arise.

At the OMAX Marketplace, customers can order from over 1,000 high-quality genuine parts for OMAX and MAXIEM model abrasive waterjet machines any time day or night. The Marketplace is easy to use and also provides a quick and convenient way to re-order consumables.

Mirroring the look and operability of leading consumer e-commerce sites, OMAX’s Marketplace centers on ease of use, convenience and responsiveness. As a clean, well-organized interface, the OMAX Marketplace makes it easy to find needed replacement parts – searchable by part name, number or category. Customers can check the status of existing orders, view their order history and account balances.

About OMAX Corporation

Based in Kent, Washington, OMAX Corporation is the global leader in advanced abrasive waterjet systems that cut virtually any material and thickness with unmatched speed and accuracy. Owner of the OMAX and MAXIEM brands, the company provides a comprehensive selection of JetMachining Centers that feature intuitive software controls and incorporate the most efficient pump technology available. In developing its machines, the company designs, manufactures, assembles and tests components as a complete system to ensure optimum performance. The company also has the most comprehensive service and support network in the waterjet industry to keep its customers ahead of the manufacturing curve. For more information, visit OMAX.com or connect with the company on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.

OMAX MicroMAX Named Finalist for Prestigious R&D 100 Awards

KENT, Wash., February 15, 2017 — The OMAX® MicroMAX® JetMachining® Center has been named a finalist by R&D Magazine in the field of Mechanical/Materials for the magazine’s highly regarded 2016 R&D 100 Awards. Such a nomination places OMAX among an elite community of companies and individuals dedicated to the advancement of science and technology.

The MicroMAX has expanded abrasive waterjet cutting technology into the meso-micro machining world and is capable of producing extremely tiny high-precision parts in virtually any material. With its announcement, R&D Magazine recognizes that the innovative qualities of the MicroMAX stand out in a field of many other equally advanced technologies.

"This was a very strong year for research and development across various markets, led by many outstanding technologies that broadened the scope of innovation,” said R&D Magazine Editor Anna Spiewak. “We are honored to recognize these products and the project teams behind the design, development, testing and production of these remarkable innovations and their impact in the field. We look forward to celebrating all of these achievements in Washington, D.C., in November.”

The R&D 100 Awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of Invention,” continue to identify newly introduced revolutionary technologies. Since 1963, these awards have recognized and celebrated the top technology products of the year.

Past winners have included innovative new materials, high-energy physics, sophisticated testing equipment, manufacturing equipment, biomedical products, consumer items and chemistry breakthroughs that cover industry, education and government-sponsored research. This year’s R&D 100 Awards Winners will be presented with their honors on November 3, 2016 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Maryland (Washington, D.C.).

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