Machining Centers

Five-Axis

Why a Few Degrees Matter

3 + 2 machining might not be as captivating as five-axis contouring operations, but it can be just as valuable.

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Compact HMC Enables Heavy-Duty Cutting

The HC 400 horizontal machining center from Doosan is a compact, heavy-duty machine designed for OEMs and job shops.

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Holemaking

Horizontal Boring Mill Accommodates Shorter Tools

The HBMX55i horizontal boring mill from Hurco offers a work envelope measuring 55.1" × 55.7" × 43.3" and a W-axis stroke measuring 19".

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Basics

Why a Dual-Column Machining Center?

According to this machine tool supplier, a dual-column or bridge-type machining center is 10 times more thermally stable than a comparable “C” style machine.

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VMC Promotes Precision

The DMC 650 V vertical machining center from DMG Mori Seiki is designed for workpieces weighing as much as 800 kg.

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Five-Axis

Shop Gains Efficiency through Machinery, Software Pairing

By pairing a multitasking machine with new Esprit CAM software from DP Technology, Von Ruden Manufacturing was able to increase its efficiency and compete with companies of a larger size.

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Job Shop Thrives on Specialized Software

ABEN Machine Products reduced programming times by integrating five-axis machining with GibbsCAM software.

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Horizontal Boring and Milling Machine Equipped with Rotary Table

Chevalier Machinery offers its FBB series 110 and 130 horizontal boring and milling machines equipped with a rotary table.

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VMC Resists Thermal Deformation

The high-performance NXV1680A vertical machining center from YCM Americas is available with 12,000- or 15,000-rpm, 40-hp spindles.

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Five-Axis VMC Promotes Precision

The Sharp Industries SVX-500 vertical machining center enables true five-sided and simultaneous five-axis machining.

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