Why You Should Attend Trade Shows

Trade shows aren’t going away anytime soon! Here is why. By Callie Morgan Friday, April 28th, 2023, 12:20 PM PDT In March 2020, DMG Mori announced that they were no longer participating in Western trade shows, in favor of a “customer centric” strategy, where they would host their...

Top 10 Mastercam 2024 Features

The 10 features we are most excited about for Mastercam 2024! By John Stauffer and Callie Morgan Friday, April 28th, 2023, 10:55 AM PDT   For programming nerds like us, this time of year is always so exciting! The release of Mastercam 2024 is just around the corner, and...

4 Ways to Use Hybrid Manufacturing

Get the efficiency of 3D printing with the precision of CNC machining, all in one! Here are four common applications of hybrid manufacturing technology.   By Callie Morgan Monday, January 30th, 2023, 2:00 PM PST   3D Printing is a relatively new technology used to build a part layer-by-layer guided...

Spotlight: OMIC

This advanced manufacturing research facility is taking a unique approach to shrinking the manufacturing job skills shortage in the Pacific Northwest. By Callie Morgan Monday, October 1st, 2022, 8:00 AM PDT   October is Manufacturing Month. A time where we celebrate and educate our communities about the importance...

Team Spotlight: John Stauffer

Meet one of the shining stars of our Mastercam support team: Applications Engineer John Stauffer! By Callie Morgan Thursday, August 25th, 2022, 12:00 PM PDT You may have heard or seen MCAM Applications Engineer John Stauffer in many different places. You may have met him at a tradeshow,...

5 Things to Consider Before Attending Mastercam Training

To assure that you get the most out of your Mastercam training session with MCAM Northwest, ask yourself these 5 questions to prepare for your session. By Callie Morgan Tuesday, June 28th, 2022, 5:00 PM PDT   When attending a Mastercam training with MCAM Northwest, it's more than just...

5 Things You Should Know About Manufacturing Careers

Whether you are starting your first machining job, or considering working in the manufacturing industry after graduation, here are 5 things that you should know. By Callie Morgan Tuesday, April 26th, 2022, 12:30 PM PDT   1. You Are Always Learning It’s important to remember that the industry doesn’t thrive...

Spotlight: Mastercam Retro

Looking for a more simplified CNC programming solution? Mastercam Retro offers all the best features of '90's CAD/CAM for a more involved programming experience!  By Callie Morgan Friday, April 1st, 2022, 8:00 AM PDT   There has been a big movement to return to the technological simplicity of the...

Spotlight: Mastercam Wire

Here are the top 7 features of this Mastercam product that make programming in wire EDM easier and more efficient. By Callie Morgan Monday, February 28th, 2022, 10:00 AM PST   What is Wire EDM Machining? Wire EDM machining cuts material via electrical pulses between a wire and an electrode...

Understanding CNC Post Processors

What is considered a legacy post? Why should I choose a custom post over a free generic post? We answer all these questions and more! By Callie Morgan Monday, February 28th, 2022, 10:00 AM PST What is a Post Processor? A post-processor (known as a "post") translates toolpath data...