Alfing Now Offers SHW Machining Centers
Alfing Corp. has expanded its product line to include machining centers from SHW.
Alfing Corp. has expanded its product line to include machining centers from SHW. The machines include:
- The UniSpeed, a compact, multitasking machining center designed for high-efficiency milling and turning.
- The TightBlock, a compact machine requiring no special foundation and featuring a full enclosure.
- The PowerSpeed, a large universal milling machine capable of milling and boring large parts. Designed particularly for long workpieces, the machine spindle is said to cover its long travels with speed and precision.
- The UniForce, a travelling-column machine suited to large workpieces.
- The PowerForce, combining power, dynamics and precision, according to the company. The PowerForce 8 comes with an integrated, continuously positioning C axis.
- The PowerBridge, a vertical gantry milling machine, whose high rigidity enables five-sided machining of engine blocks in the upright position.
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