b'Methods Machine Tools stays true to our roots, established by founder Clement McIver Sr., and we have never rested on our laurels. Our company is proud to hold many firsts in its rich history of machinery and automation. We were one of the first companies in the U.S. to begin importing CNC machines from Japan. When we saw gaps in the marketplace, we identified a builder to partner with, designing a product line ourselves to address our customers needs. And we continuously invest in technology, solutions, and partnerships to be at the forefront of machining and automation innovation.1 1983: Nakamura-TomeMethods was one of the first companies in the United States to import machine tools Thinking Beyondremoveobstacles.Methodsandrefininginternalprocedures.from Japan, establishing a relationship with Nakamura-Tome in 1983. Our deep-rooted the Machine will continue to investigate thisOtherinvestmentsincludeconnection with Nakamura-Tome gradually strengthened, with Methods providing Methodsembracesandtechnologyspossibilitiesandsolutionsforweekend/after- expert feedback in some machine tools designs. Most recently, we added the JX-250 optimizes the latest technologyworkwithcustomerstogethoursservicescheduling,and MX-100 to our product lines.togivecustomersvaluablethemostoutoftheirsetups,national call and parts centers,1993: FANUCdata. Our company recognizesmachines, and processes. as well as consistent installation2 We began importing FANUC products in 1993 with the introduction of the RoboDrill thegrowingimportanceofand service checklists.and RoboCut.Our rapport with FANUC evolved, and Methods has become the productionmonitoring,andService 2.0 Trackingkeyperformancepremier FANUC automation integrator in the world. Additionally, the two companies preventativemaintenanceCustomer service is the lifeblood ofindicatorssuchascallsperunique relationship allowed Methods to use FANUC controls to develop the Methods software,andtheincreasingour company.business day, the average speedMachining Center product line.amountofcustomerslookingWe build customer relationshipsof answer, and time to resolution forthiscapability.Withthethat last generations. When a shopwillenableourteamtoidentify3 2004: KIWArightnetworkinfrastructureworks with Methods, theyre gettingissuesandresolveservicecallsMethods sought to expand its horizontal machine options in 2004, and establishing a and resources, these softwaremorethanjustanadvancedmore efficiently. By gathering andrelationship with KIWA was a natural choice. Methods has worked with KIWA to grow packagescanincreasemachine tool or automation cell.analyzing critical customer servicethe builders reach within North America and implement their field-expandable ATC throughput, reduce downtime,Theygetworld-classserviceandinformation,Methodswillcreateand APC kits to machine shops across the country.andpredictpotentialissuesbacked by more than 60 years ofafocused,customizedcustomer2013: YASDAbeforetheybecomeamarket expertise. experience. 4problem. Seconds matter. Every momentWere more than just a machineMethods added YASDA machine tools to its product offering in 2013. Since then, Methodscanworkwithyourmachineisdownoryourtoolsupplier.MethodsaimstoMethods has introduced numerous manufacturers to YASDAs ultra-precise products. customerstorecommendshop isnt running at full capacity iscreate customers for life.The industry often refers to YASDA machine tools as mother machines because many other builders use the companys precision machine tools to finish their own therightsoftwaresolutions,time you could be machining andThats why we utilize more thancomponents. YASDA machines are suited for die/mold, mold bases, micro-milling, outlinenetworkinfrastructureadding revenue.60yearsofmarketexpertise,aerospace, and precision job shop parts.needs,andcollectandThatswhyMethodsisuniquerelationshipswithbuilders, analyzeproductiondatamodernizing its service departmentand technical knowledge to give5 2018: Methods Machining Centerstoincreasethroughputandthroughrevolutionarysoftwarecustomers the optimal experience.Leveraging decades of experience and insight, Methods designed its own machine tools brand, collaborating with Litz Hitech in 2018. We developed unique products to address specific gaps in the market, ensuring Methods Operational Excellence Machining Centers met our high standards. These machines have robust Methods is dedicated to organizational excellence. We are always striving to improve our internalfeatures that make them perfect for manufactures of any size.processesthroughanalyzingandapplyingcustomerfeedback.Recently,Methodscreated aresearchanddevelopmentdepartmentandimplementednumeroussoftwareupgradesto6 2019: OKKstreamline online purchasing and service requests.Methods sought to reinforce its die/mold and high-precision product offerings, and Achieving customer satisfaction is a continuous process, not a box to be checked. Methods willrecognized OKK as the ideal partner to support those efforts. This partnership excelled continue to refine its organizational workflows to deliver the best customer service and exceedwith OKKs rich history of machine installations and Methodsworld-class service.customer expectations.'