Machining Centers

Automation 10 Apr 2023

Shop Replaces Two Verticals With One Horizontal

By trading two VMCs in to help finance the purchase of a new HMC, this shop was able to significantly increase production and move to lights-out machining.

Machining Centers 4 Apr 2023

ANCA Machine Advances Cutting Tool Production

Eastec 2023: The MX7 Ultra combines new software, hardware and design features to make advances in surface finish, accuracy and controlled runout.

Automation 26 Mar 2023

Four-Axis Horizontal Machining Doubles Shop’s Productivity

Horizontal four-axis machining enabled McKenzie CNC to cut operations and cycle times for its high-mix, high-repeat work — more than doubling its throughput.

Automation 21 Mar 2023

Okuma Demonstrates Different Perspectives on Automation

Several machine tools featured at Okuma’s 2023 Technology Showcase included different forms automation, from robots to gantry loaders to pallet changers.

Horizontal Machining Centers 9 Mar 2023

Fryer Offers Compact HMC for Small-Lot Machining

The Fryer HR-40 features a built-in 24" rotary table for multi-sided machining.

Horizontal Machining Centers 27 Feb 2023

JTEKT Launches New Series of HMCs

The new FH5000 series machines include a 500-mm table capable of handling 1,000-kg loads.

Vertical Machining Centers 21 Feb 2023

DN Solutions' VMC Provides Diverse Five-Axis Machining

The company’s DVF Series comprises compact five-axis CNC machines that are designed for diverse five-sided or simultaneous five-axis applications.

Automation 6 Feb 2023

Integration, Automation and Green Tech Highlight JIMTOF 2022

Known as one of the largest machine tool trade shows in the world, the Japan International Machine Tool Fair (JIMTOF) has a reputation for being a machining technology show more than a machine tool sales event. And this year’s show in Tokyo — the first in-person Japanese machine tool trade show in four years — did not disappoint.

Vertical Machining Centers 26 Jan 2023

Sunnen Offers Vertical Honing System for Heavy-Duty Parts

The SV-2010 AXYS CNC honing system integrates a vertical honing column with a high-resolution industrial camera and a heavy-duty i5 CNC-controlled servo X-Y table.