Machining Centers

Five-Axis

Adding Tilt to Trunnion-Table Turning

A modified gantry structure and other design attributes help consolidate setups even further on these five-axis machining centers. Includes video.

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Why the Surge in HMCs?

Spending on horizontal machining centers is forecast to reach its highest level in more than a decade. Small shops in particular are buying these machines. A shop I recently visited illustrates the reason.

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Twin Milling Heads Enable Two-, Four-, Six-Sided Machining

The You Ji DSM series of heavy-duty duplex milling machines, available from Absolute Machine tools, is engineered specifically for two-, four- or six-sided production squaring and chamfering of square and rectangular workpieces.

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Large Machining Center Has Retractable Roof for Part Loading

C.R. Onsrud’s Compact High Rail five-axis machining center has a larger work envelope and higher load capacity for more demanding machining applications, such as those encountered in the aerospace, automotive, medical and defense industries.

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Machining Center Processes Small, Complex Medical Parts Unattended

Available in three- and five-axis versions, the Mikron HSM 200U LP from GF Machining Solutions is designed for speed, efficiency, precision and quality surface finishes in the machining of small, complex components including medical implants and other highly detailed parts.

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Automation

Hyundai Wia Names Exclusive Dealer for Michigan

Geoteck Machine Tool Solutions’ field technicians average over 28 years of service and support experience.

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Five-Axis VMC Offers Power and Precision

Hardinge offers its next-generation Bridgeport XT 630 five-axis VMC designed to achieve maximum capacity and performance in the aerospace, die/mold, medical and automotive industries.

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Five-Axis HMC’s Thermal Stability Maintains Precision

Heller’s FP 4000 five-axis HMC provides twin drives in the Z axis for flexibility and high precision, particularly in tool and die or contract manufacturing.

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F. Zimmerman Expands North American Operations

Zimmerman Inc., which is aimed at expanding F. Zimmerman GmbH’s activity in North America, will offer sales and service from its new Michigan facility.

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Automation

VMC Outfitted for Various Automation Options

Makino offers the L2 vertical machining center designed for high-volume, small-part manufacturing.

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