C-Axis, Inc.
Curtis Tanke is an experienced manufacturing process engineer with a strong background in machining and programming. Currently employed at C-Axis, Inc. since June 2020, Curtis specializes in the creation of machining processes, programming 5th axis mills and multi-axis lathes using Mastercam 2022/2023, and conducting G-code verification with Vericut. Previously, Curtis served as an application engineer at Concept Machine Tool and held various positions at C-Axis, Inc. including technology lead and engineering technician, focusing on process engineering and CNC programming. Curtis's early career spans roles as a CNC mill machinist at rms Surgical and Ultra Machining Company, along with experience as a toolmaker at Areoplex Custom Molding, where responsibilities included mold repair and maintenance.
C-Axis, Inc.
C-AXIS was founded in 1997 and has produced millions of precision parts for over 100 active clients. C-AXIS has two Medical World Class Manufacturing facilities, in Puerto Rico and Hamel, MN that provide a full range of custom machining, prototyping, engineering and Contract Manufacturing services for medical companies (orthopedic, cardio-vascular, optical, instrumental, dental). In 2022 C-AXIS officially launched our new 360 brand in Maple Plain, MN. C-AXIS 360 is a brand new facility focused on improving our customer’s timelines on their Research and Development projects. With our new customer iteration center we can do design iterations in days vs. months. C-AXIS 360 provides onsite development with immediate DFM and capability feedback. Capabilities we focus on for same day prototyping: * Cutting Edge Swiss Machining Capability * Cutting Edge Milling & Turning Capability * Next Generation Additive Machining (Metal 3D printing) Capability—highest resolution for minimal cost * Polymer 3D printing * Wire and Sinker EDM * Laser Manufacturing Cutting, welding, and marking What C-Axis provides: - Equipment and a prototyping engineer and a technician - Available Materials for quick turn prototyping iterations - Manufacturing Experts to assist with design for manufacturability from the first prototype discussion - Program management for design history file and project management assistance - Process development and transition to production assistance C-AXIS operates under the control of a Quality System laid down in the ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 13485 in both facilities. Being FDA registered and with these high standards and with a team of highly trained quality people and state-of-the art equipment our goal is to make your projects a success!