Multi-Spindle Machining of Hard Metals at Merco Merco Manufacturing specializes in the complex machining of hard metals for aerospace applications. Merco’s six multi-spindle CNC machining centers provide a total of twenty-nine spindles built specifically for close-tolerance machining of hard metals. Merco’s ability to program and set-up one machine to produce up to four parts simultaneously means real cost-savings that is passed along to Merco’s customers. Multi-spindle machining means cycle times are reduced by a factor of up to four. Simply put, your parts are produced in one-quarter of the time that it takes on a conventional, one-spindle machining center. This translates into extremely high-quantity capabilities and extraordinary value at Merco Manufacturing. “We machine your parts in less time so it costs you less money,” explains Daryl Rossman, president of Merco Manufacturing. “We are proud to use our capabilities to offer outstanding value for our customers.”

Statistical Process Control at Merco Manufacturing Merco Manufacturing uses Data/Myte Quantum data collection and analysis software as a part of its integrated statistical process control system. The software collects data automatically as the process occurs, thus creating an effective defect-free environment. Control charts are updated in real-time, allowing the machine operator and management to monitor and analyze the machining processes immediately. Merco’s commitment to SPC is a large part of its overall commitment to quality and customer service.

Merco Manufacturing offers High-Tech Five-Axis Machining Merco Manufacturing has four five-axis CNC machining centers for complex machining of aerospace components. Combined with its NCL Graphics version 9.0 / APT-based programming system, Merco offers its customers cutting-edge technology and virtually defect-free machining using customer-furnished digital datasets. “Our experience in five-axis machining goes back to the beginning of the technology,” says Daryl Rossman, president of Merco Manufacturing. Control Post™ software was developed at Merco Manufacturing. This software allows for real-time, interactive, five-axis post processing on all of our five-axis machining centers. Control Post™ is now available on the open market and is in use at many other major manufacturers today. Merco’s position at the forefront of machining technology is your guarantee of total quality and on-time delivery for all of your complex, five-axis requirements now and into the future.

State-of-the-art CAD/CAM Engineering Services Merco Manufacturing is proud to use Unigraphics NX4 for your complex machining requirements. Combined with its NCL Graphics version 9.0 / APT-based programming and CATIA Ver5 CAD/CAM system, Merco has the capability for seamless integration of Digital Product Definitions (DPD) into its engineering, manufacturing and inspection operations. The combination of fully integrated, state-of-the-art CNC programming and CAD/CAM systems at Merco virtually guarantees defect-free manufacturing and on-time delivery of your critical components. Merco Manufacturing is committed to outstanding customer service through its continuing investment in cutting-edge machining technology.

Information Management System Merco Manufacturing employs the Vantage version 4.0 comprehensive information management system designed specifically for contract manufacturers. This system is 100% compliant with ISO 9002 requirements. An advanced Bill of Material component, combined with Visual Scheduling, provides Merco management with complete tracking of projects, jobs and assemblies right down to the detail level of manufacturing. An intuitive, electronic Production Scheduling Board displays a detailed, graphical representation of Merco’s current job schedule, as well as individual or multiple work center schedules. Functions include forward or backward scheduling of individual jobs, including overlap and “what-if” schedule modeling. The information management system at Merco Manufacturing is your guarantee of up-to-the-minute scheduling information and on-time delivery of your hardware.