Box Ways vs Linear Guides: Which is the Best Fit for Your Work?
Box Ways vs Linear Guides: Which is the Best Fit for Your Work?
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CNC Machine Tools
We offer a wide selection of CNC equipment including mills, lathes, Swiss, and 5-axis from the industry’s leading manufacturers.
Fabrication Equipment
We offer a full range of fabrication equipment designed to meet the demands of modern metalworking operations from press brakes, plasma & fiber laser cutters, laser markers, plate rollers, saws, panel & tube benders, punchers, finishing, cleaning, and deburring. Our lineup features top brands and cutting-edge technology to handle everything from high-volume production to custom fabrication. View All Fabrication Equipment
Automation & Robotics
We offer a wide range of industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) designed to automate tasks across manufacturing and logistics environments suited for both high-speed precision tasks and safe human-machine collaboration.Whether you're looking to increase throughput, improve consistency, or move toward lights-out manufacturing, our robotics solutions support scalable, efficient automation. Learn More
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We provide a variety of models and brands of used machines which include, Haas, Mazak, Fadal, VMC, Grinders, Inspection Equipment and Rotary Tables. We will also buy, trade-in, online auction or consign your used machines. Look at our current inventory to view the machinery we currently have in stock. Browse Used Machines
Inventory Management (Integrated Supply)
Productivity’s Advanced Supply offers custom tailored programs designed to help you manage your tooling and supplies—from point of use vending machines, to a complete integrated tool management system.Whether you are a small to mid-size job shop or a large manufacturing corporation with several hundred machines, we have a machine tool inventory management system that fits your needs. Learn More
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At Productivity, our goal is to help you improve your profitability and that includes not only selling you a machine tool but keeping it up and running with excellent customer service. We provide an array of machine tool parts and service offerings.
Preventive Maintenance
Our Preventive Maintenance services include thorough inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of your machine’s key components and mechanical systems. Learn More
CNC Machine Tool Parts
Productivity Inc. know it’s critical to your operations to get the correct CNC machine tool and CNC machinery parts on time. That’s why our knowledgeable technicians play an integral support role, working with our suppliers on part-stocking strategies and administering second-sourcing programs to make sure you have the part you need, when you need it. Learn More
About Productivity
Since 1968, we have been a trusted partner empowering our customers with the knowledge, support, equipment, and industrial supplies needed to overcome challenges, achieve greater efficiency, and deliver superior results. Learn More About Us
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Thank you for your interest in Productivity Inc. Since 1968, we have been one of the Midwest’s & Western States’ leading supplier of CNC Machine Tools. Whether you have CNC machining questions, need tooling and accessories for your machine, have an applications challenge, your machine tool needs repair or preventive maintenance, training, or anything in between, we are here to help. Contact Us
Event
Lunch & Learn – Cedar Rapids, IA
Location:
Iowa
Join Us for a lunch and learn that covers:
Stability: See how box ways handle interrupted cuts and heavy loads without sacrificing surface finish.
Accuracy: Understand how way design maintains tight tolerances under
extreme cutting forces.
Geometry: Learn how precision ground ways ensure lifetime alignment and why it matters for long-term precision.
Performance Tradeoffs: Get a clear breakdown of where box ways excel, where linear guides have the edge, and how to match the right machine to your work.
Featured Machines:
Hwacheon Hi-Tech 230BL YSMC: Features a box-way design, making it ideal for heavy-duty roughing
operations. This machine stands out for its superior rigidity, vibration damping, and high cutting capacity.
Hwacheon Cutex-180AL YSMC: Equipped with roller linear guide rails, this machine delivers exceptional
performance under heavy loads while maintaining optimal precision and rigidity.
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