OGC’s Wire EDM facility delivers exceptional levels of accuracy and repeatability, with tolerances as low as 0.5 µm (0.0005 mm), depending on component size and geometry.
Our Wire EDM Facility
We have a very advanced Wire EDM facility with a Makino U6i & U3i high accuracy which support our spline / gear manufacturing, we also offer as a sub-contract capability with size scope on the U6i - Travel in (X Y Z) travel 650 x 450 x 420 mm. Our mindset is exceptional quality at fast turn-arounds.
What Is Wire EDM?
Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (Wire EDM) is a precision cutting process that uses a thin, electrically charged wire to cut conductive materials through controlled electrical discharges (sparks).
Unlike conventional machining, Wire EDM does not involve direct physical contact between the cutting tool and the workpiece. This makes it particularly effective for producing intricate shapes, fine details and highly accurate components.
Which materials can be cut?
Wire EDM can cut a wide range of electrically conductive materials, including:
Tool steel
Stainless steel
Titanium
Aluminium
Copper
Brass
Tungsten carbide
Nickel-based alloys, such as Inconel
The process is particularly useful for machining hardened materials and complex profiles that can be difficult to achieve using conventional machining methods.
The OGC Difference
At OGC, we believe precision engineering should go beyond simply meeting specifications. Our Wire EDM facility combines advanced machining technology with the specialist knowledge and engineering expertise required to achieve exceptional results.
Our background in ultra-tight tolerance gauging gives us a distinct advantage, allowing us to apply an exceptional understanding of accuracy, alignment and repeatability directly to component manufacture.
Combined with our highly controlled environment, continuous 24/7 operation and commitment to quality, OGC provides a Wire EDM capability designed to meet the demands of the most challenging engineering applications.
Looking for a Wire EDM partner capable of delivering exceptional precision and repeatability?
Get in touch with the OGC team to discuss your component requirements and find out how our advanced Wire EDM capabilities can support your next project.
Contact OGC today to discuss your requirements.
What can we do?
Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
Our Wire EDM machines perform to NADCAP-approved surface standards, supporting the most demanding applications where control of the re-cast layer is critical.
This enables OGC to manufacture highly complex and demanding components to exacting performance requirements, helping customers achieve both competitive and technical advantages.
A 24/7 Manufacturing Facility
Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, our Wire EDM facility provides continuous manufacturing capability to support demanding production schedules and customer requirements.
We support a broad range of advanced engineering sectors, including:
Motorsport
Aerospace
Sub-contract manufacturing
Defence
Energy
Medical
Beyond Standard Wire EDM
OGC’s Wire EDM facility offers capabilities that go beyond conventional Wire EDM machining.
Our team brings together extensive experience in ultra-tight tolerance gauging, precision engineering and manufacturing ingenuity, transferring specialist measurement expertise directly into component production.
This combination of technical knowledge, advanced machinery and tightly controlled processes allows us to support some of the most demanding component applications across advanced engineering industries.
Technology Integration
Discovery
We conduct rigorous evaluations that illuminate inefficiencies and establish a definitive baseline for improvement.
Implementation
Proactive identification and mitigation safeguard assets and uphold regulatory compliance.
Optimization
We cultivate expertise through structured training and mentorship that empower teams to drive sustained progress.