Case Study: McAfee Tool & Die meets tight automotive tolerances with Mastercam

McAfee Chooses Mastercam for Tool & Die – Automotive Parts

McAfee Tool & Die, a manufacturer of precision automotive tooling, needed to produce complex punch form blocks for unibody vehicles with incredibly tight tolerances and unusual geometries. The challenge was to meet these strict requirements, as any imperfection would compromise vehicle safety. To accomplish this, the company turned to the Mastercam CAD/CAM software suite, utilizing its Lathe, Mill, Wire, and Multiaxis products.

The solution implemented with Mastercam involved using advanced toolpaths like Opti-Rough for efficient material removal and Flow 5-axis for precision finishing, which eliminated the need for post-machining polishing. This approach resulted in highly accurate parts, maximized tool life, and slashed cycle times. The powerful multiaxis functions also reduced the need for excessive handling of the stock material. McAfee Tool & Die credits Mastercam with providing the power and precision necessary to ensure the strength and safety of the vehicles they help build.

McAfee Tool & Die

Joseph Lysiak

Plant Manager