Training
Productivity Inc. offers over 150 formal CNC programming training classes annually including classroom and hands-on training. We train over 610 students every year. Our comprehensive CNC machine operator training program includes classroom and on-site training, phone support, and machine tool demonstrations.
Training is provided at no additional charge for new machine purchases from Productivity. Even if you did not purchase your machine from Productivity, or you purchased a used machine, Productivity also offers training on most models. For more information on pricing for classroom or on-site training, please contact:
For MN, SD, ND, & Western WI: trainingmn@productivity.rocket55dev.com
For IA: trainingiowa@productivity.rocket55dev.com
For NE: trainingnebraska@productivity.rocket55dev.com
Here is a list of the training classes we offer:
Macro Training
Basic MACRO B Programming Training
In our continuous effort to provide you, our customer, with more opportunities to advance your operators through learning, we are offering a Basic Macro B Training Class.
The Class is intended for Engineers and Programmers and will cover Basic Fanuc/Haas Macro B Programming. Click here to download a PDF of the class summary.
Cost: $595 per person – Space is limited and up to 2 people per company are invited to attend.
We now offer the class in both our Plymouth, MN and Cedar Rapids, IA locations. For more information or questions, contact or email the Instructors below:
In Minnesota
Instructor: Mike Olson
Location: Productivity Inc – Plymouth, MN
Email: molson@productivity.rocket55dev.com
Phone: 763.476.8600
trainingmn@productivity.rocket55dev.com
To register, click the dates:
In Iowa
Instructor: Gaylen Graybill
Location: Productivity Inc – Cedar Rapids, IA
Email: ggraybill@productivity.rocket55dev.com
Phone: 319-734.3403
trainingiowa@productivity.rocket55dev.com
To register, click the dates:
Citizen Programming Training
Citizen Programming Classes
Basic to Intermediate Programming Training for Citizen A/L-Series (A20, L12, L20, L32) – intended for machine operators that are familiar with basic running and setup of a Citizen-Cincom lathe who would like to learn basic programming skills and be able to apply those principles. The 3-day class will run from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm each day with lunch provided.
Cost: $1000 per person – Space is limited to 8 and limit of 2 per company please (call 1 week prior to class to see if space available for additional attendees).
PREREQUISITE: Attendees should have basic knowledge of Citizen-Swiss operation.
For more information and to register, click the dates:
Haas Online Training
Productivity offers web-based training for Haas machines. This offering is designed to give you 24/7 access to technical education courses and resources for your Haas machinery. This online resource enables you to focus on learning at your own pace. Please note that this online training is not a substitute for classroom training but it does provide an additional resource. It is still recommended that your operators attend classroom training.
Benefits of Haas online training:
- Web-based training is highly interactive and effective for adult learners
- Training is always consistent
- Competency is measured and ensured
- Training expenses are reduced
- Equipment utilization is increased
- Equipment downtime is decreased
- Employee satisfaction is increased
- Organizational effectiveness is increased
- Technical resources can be refocused on revenue generating activities
NEW: Each User License includes Basic Set Up and Programming (CNC Lathe or Mill), in addition to Shop Math – Level 1 & 2, Manufacturing Blueprint Reading, Speeds & Feeds, Precision Measurement, Safety for Machining, Hydraulics, Machinist CalcPro (if Machinist CalcPro purchased) and IPS Intuitive Programming System.
You may purchase individual user licenses, or Site Licenses (for schools or larger company use).
For pricing, go to our Online Training page or, for more information and to purchase these online courses, contact Hope Riska at 763.742.1275 or email at trainingmn@productivity.rocket55dev.com.
If you did not find the class you are looking for, or need more information, please contact the Training Coordinator at 763.476.8600 or via email at
For MN, SD, ND, & Western WI: trainingmn@productivity.rocket55dev.com
For IA: trainingiowa@productivity.rocket55dev.com
For NE: trainingnebraska@productivity.rocket55dev.com
