Okamoto machines are exclusively available through Ellison Technologies in the following states: California, Wisconsin, North Carolina, & Tennessee
When Precision Falls Short:
Common Grinding Challenges and How Okamoto Machines Solve Them
Manufacturers frequently encounter grinding challenges such as inconsistent accuracy, poor surface finish, long setup times, and unplanned downtime. These issues are often caused by machine vibration, thermal instability, outdated controls, and limited automation. Okamoto grinding machines are engineered to solve these problems by delivering stable, repeatable, high-precision grinding performance across a wide range of applications.
Okamoto surface, cylindrical, and internal grinders, supported by Ellison Technologies, are designed for manufacturers that require consistent quality, predictable throughput, and long-term reliability.
Why Do Grinding Operations Struggle With Long Setup Times and Low Throughput?
Manual setups, complex programming, and limited automation often slow grinding operations. These inefficiencies increase labor dependency and reduce overall production capacity.
How Okamoto Reduces Setup Time and Increases Throughput
Okamoto machines are designed to streamline setup and maximize productivity:
- CNC automation that simplifies setup and reduces manual adjustments
- Conversational programming that lowers operator dependency and training time
- Optimized motion control to shorten cycle times without sacrificing accuracy
- Automation-ready configurations that support unattended or lights-out grinding
Result: Faster changeovers, higher throughput, and improved machine utilization.