Wire EDM drives trim die shop: specializing in the design and building of trim dies for the die cast industry, means being able to rely on your wire EDM for speed, performance, and dependability.Do what the others can't. That's been Extreme Wire EDM's mantra from the get-go. Its owners realized that the key to succeeding in the EDM game was not only taking on the intricate jobs and large workpieces that their competition couldn't handle, but also figuring out the processes and practices to make this a profitable niche. The owners have no qualms about paying a premium for advanced equipment because they know the payoff comes in the long run in the form of improved production. The strategy is working, as the company's sales have increased by 25 percent every year since its start in 1998, and its customer list continues to grow. These needs are why Metal Processors (Stevensville, MI) has been a Charmilles partner for 15 years. "The first machine we bought was a Robofil 400, and we purchased it based on its speed and durability," explains Tim Ives, wire EDM department director. There is a lot of pressure in the trim die business, and Metal Processors acknowledges it could not be doing trim dies were it not for its Robofil machines. Competition is tough and the turnaround time for jobs is even tougher. If something goes wrong Metal Processors needs to know that it will be fixed right the first time.