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3.2.2.2 On-site Training
Training is a major component in the proper installation of any equipment.
Our experience shows that incomplete training can cause:
• Increased down time and avoidable machine damage.
• Increased frustration during the learning curve.
• Reduced utility and return on investment.
Makino partnered with local educational groups to develop an on-site
training package to make your operator(s) comfortable, confident, and
familiar with machine features and operation. This training is a “hands on,
practical application, competency based,” educational model.
Training during set-up is broken into three categories (each training area
is discussed below):
• Operator
• Operator Maintenance
• Options
Makino requests the following be considered, regarding on-site training:
• We strongly recommend that both the operator(s) and maintenance
personnel are available for this training.
- The job of maintenance is to “fix the machine,” even if the problem
is not the “machine” itself. A working knowledge of machine opera-
tion and programming are powerful maintenance tools.
• To ensure consistency, have personnel from different shifts available
so the material is covered once.
- If scheduling does not allow this, notify the FSE, so the training tim-
ing can be adjusted to accommodate your needs.
Additional Training
Makino strongly recommends:
1. Operators/Programmers not familiar with this control model attend the appropriate
training classes at Makino.
2. Maintenance personnel new to CNC or Makino machines and controls attend the
appropriate training classes at Makino.
3. Companies interested in increasing their capabilities and production should review
Makino’s formal learning opportunities.