Then, Now, Next
Let me tell you a story about who we are, where we came from, and where we're going.
Founded in 1971 as a metal stamping company fulfilling government contracts, Midwest Specialties developed the first FlexArm tapping arm. Popularity grew to become North America's leading manufacturer of tapping and assembly arms. Since then, the company has globally expanded its sales and is now operating out of a 50,000 sq. ft. facility in Wapakoneta, OH. Meet our team here. FlexArm and FlexDrill Experience
Due to a foreseeable market need, FlexArm has expanded by now offering a large bed drilling and milling machine called the FlexDrill CNC. Custom made in Spain, these machine tools are built to order and are geared towards fabricators. The FlexDrill is making it more affordable than ever to perform an array of in-house machining.
With bed size ranging from 10'-35' on the x-axis, and 2'-10' on the y-axis, this machine is capable of handling any and all parts that would enter a job shop. Maximum torque of 368 ft./lbs. and spindle rpm up to 6000 makes flexibility a key component.
What makes the FlexDrill stand out from other machine centers is the ability to work in 'Pendulum Mode' which allows for 100% spindle uptime; unlike anything ever before seen in the machining industry. This process lets the operator safely load/unload one side of the machine while the spindle is working on the other side, and vice versa.
The initial product offering is getting some phenomenal feedback, and the company is looking forward to exponential growth.
Since the launch of the FlexDrill to the United States market in the fall of 2016, there have been over 30 machines to customers small and large. New opportunities are sprouting everyday and the demand is more than originally imaginable.
Due to a successful new product launch brings about opportunity for company growth. Long story short, FlexArm and FlexDrill CNC is expanding, adding jobs, and becoming a manufacturing staple in Northwest Ohio. check out the rendering of our new building and the article we were featured in below.
Want to be part of something special? Give us a call today. 800-837-2503.
