CNC Machine Operator - Kevin introduces Dan
Dan runs the CNC Machine out in the shop, that stands for Computer Numerical Control, Dan said they can run any part on this machine, motion control is a basic function of the CNC Machine, motion is actuated by servo motors, not like before with cranks & hand wheels. Throwing around words like Interpolation, which is: a mathematical method of creating missing data. An image can be increased from 100 pixels to 200 pixels through interpolation. Dan came to Catalyst in 2000, 2003, 2006? His stint in the joint this time is going on over a year. The first time he came to Catalyst, albeit, he enjoyed it and said it was a great place to work. Deciding he needed to finish his internship he went on to green pastures. (or so he thought) Dan came back to Catalyst, and once again had to interview with Andy for the position, again he enjoyed it but then got ancy and decided he was going to try his hand at something else, in yet another greener pasture. Being that he is back, I’d say that pasture was not as green and perhaps he stepped in a pile of something.Originally from Streamwood, and going through the entire Streamwood school system from kindergarten to the end, he said he doesn’t miss it, nor would he ever think of moving back. He still keeps in contact with a friend, Nick, which he grew up with and has known for 25 years.
Moving to Crystal Lake in ’03, with his wife, they will celebrate their 5th year anniversary in December. Dan has two children ages, 4 and 2 and spends a lot of his time chasing them around. His hobbies are keeping up his house and his lawn, enjoying summer way more than winter, he would love to travel to Puerto Rico at some point in his life. Come Labor Day, you can find Dan down in Southern Illinois visiting relatives; he would like them to meet his wife and kids.
December 12th, 2007 at 9:04 am
What type of CNC Machines do you guys run in your shop?
Ivan Irons
December 12th, 2007 at 11:55 pm
The machine we use at Catalyst is a Holz Her Cosmec NR Series CNC Machine