Okuma THiNC Center Signals Manufacturing Revolution

With the May 1 launch of the Okuma THiNC Center, a revolution in manufacturing technology and performance begins. This new era is one in which manufacturers gain unprecedented power to drive effectiveness, efficiency and profitability throughout their organizations. As the official business software integration Partner in THiNC, Exact JobBOSS is pleased to join more than 15 other global manufacturing leaders in this initiative, including Fanuc Robotics, Zoller Inc., Carl Zeiss, Sandvik, Kennametal and more. Okuma Corporation is a world leader in the development of computer numeric controls (CNC) and machining technology. Founded in 1898 in Nagoya, Japan, the firm began US operations in 1984. The THiNC Center, located on the company’s Charlotte, NC headquarters campus, is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. From May 1 forward, this facility will be not only a living manufacturing laboratory but also a true production shop. The parts produced in the THiNC center are real production parts, made to the highest tolerances, destined for use by automotive, aerospace and other customers.

Within the THiNC Center, Exact JobBOSS software is integrated with the THiNC controllers throughout the manufacturing environment. The result is real time data exchange between JobBOSS and the machines. Using this integration, managers have instant access to accurate, reliable data including set up, run times, parts produced and more. With all of this data flowing directly into JobBOSS from the THiNC machines, managers can monitor labor costs, material usage, inventories and much more, all while parts are still being produced. This empowers leadership to make better, more accurate decisions.

Okuma is known for its technology leadership and world-class manufacturing, product quality and dedication to customer service. Okuma products are used in the automotive, aerospace and defense, construction and farming equipment, oil and energy, medical, mold and die, and fluid power industries. Exact Software customers from all areas of manufacturing are encouraged to contact their local Okuma distributor to learn more about THiNC. To learn more about Exact Software’s involvement in this initiative, please contact Exact JobBOSS Senior Marketing Manager Mike Reed for more details by emailing michael.reed@exactsoftware.com.