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IMTS 2014: Metal Cutting

Come explore the very foundation of the machine tool industry, a group that represented more than $500 billion in worldwide consumption in 2009. This pavilion is where you’ll find the latest innovations in metal cutting equipment, machining centers, turning centers, drilling, boring, milling, and more.

Posted: August 8, 2014

Booth S-8136: With two tool turrets, a main spindle with C-axis and 42 mm bar capacity (7,000 rpm, max. 29 kW and 65 Nm) and a swivel counter spindle with C-axis for extensive rear end machining, the TRAUB TNL42 automatic lathe from INDEX offers high production rates with only 5,5 m2 footprint (without bar loader). The vertical design of the machine with a setup-friendly work area permits unobstructed chip flow and better ergonomics for setup operations. The stable, vertical cast machine bed is mounted on a heavy cast iron machine base, providing excellent damping properties for high-precision cutting.

Booth S-8536: Spindles are the heart of the Nexturn SA32XII Swiss lathe from Absolute Machine Tools. The main spindle is a 10 hp, 8000 rpm built-in motor spindle. The built-in motor provides outstanding acceleration / deceleration. The full C-axis on both main and sub spindles with .001 deg position and pneumatic disc brake clamping provide high rigidity for milling operation. The synchronous sub spindle allows simultaneous front and back working to be performed.

Booth S-8536: The You Ji AH-06/1000 Horizontal Lathe from Absolute Machine Tools features an extremely rigid 45 deg slant bed with a 55 deg cross slide inclination. The massive 12 station hydraulic turret handles extreme torque delivered by a 60 hp spindle motor and 3 speed geared headstock. The rigid spindle structure has a bar capacity of 6.05 in (9 in optional) with a 24 in three-jaw hydraulic chuck.

Booth S-9174: The EM80 from BLM Group is an integrated CNC end machining center that is ideal to cut, chamfer, face, bore, thread and profile tube and bar.

Booth S-9482: The BT-380 precision Micro-Machining Center from Bulova utilizes high speed linear motion guideways with linear core construction inside a 67.7 in L x 82.4 in W x 94 in H footprint. It offers axis travels of 20.47 in X, 14.96 in Y, and 13.8 in Z; a 12,000 rpm spindle speed and 7.5/ 5 hp spindle power (max/cont) for small part, high production value.

Booth S-9482: The VMC-3016L Vertical Linear Motion Guide Machining Center from Bulova comes in a 89 in L x 106 in W x 104 in H footprint with linear motion guideway construction on all three axes. It has axis travels of 30 in X, 16.92 in Y, and 18.9 in Z; a 12,000 rpm spindle speed and 15/ 10 hp spindle power (max/cont) for high speed and accuracy.

Booth S-9482: The VMC 4220 precision Box Ways Linear Machining Center from Bulova comes in a 125 in L x 96 in W x 120 in H footprint with box way construction on all three axes. It has axis travels of 42 in X, 20.9 in Y, and 30.7 in Z; a 12,000 rpm spindle speed and 20/ 15 hp spindle power (max/cont) designed for power, speed and accuracy.

Booth S-8986: The exciting line-up of breakthrough machine tools from Chevalier includes the new FSG-2440ADS automatic grinder, the new FBB- 110L horizontal boring machine and the new FBL-520D heavy-duty horizontal turning lathe.

Booth S-9092: The pneumatic V-65E (4 ft) and V-65LE (5 ft) bar loaders from CNC Indexing load spindle length bar stock into the lathe spindle and feed to a turret stop. Each has a small footprint and is extremely versatile. Both are capable of loading bar diameters from 5 mm (0.196 in) up to 66 mm (2.598 in) and can be used for small to large production runs. Patented “TRACER” LED Lights allow for easy visual monitoring of the production process while away from the lathe and bar loader. The V-65E (shown) is the most popular model due to its economical price, ease of operation and quality construction.

Booth S-8692: The KB-150W Series from Soraluce is a T-type boring machine for streamlined, multi-face machining of large sized work pieces. The combination of linear guiding and hydrostatic systems provides high dynamics improving machining capability, while the highly rigid structure and boring spindle design ensures long term machine precision. The KB-150W undergoes specific reliability and precision testing that will stand up to any demand. (first view)

Booth S-8100: By integrating the capabilities of multiple machines into one system, the Puma SMX Series from Doosan provides best-in-class machining capabilities by using multi-tasking functions that facilitate a reduction in machining time and the number of machining operations.

Booth S-8919: The new Series 0i-F CNC from FANUC boasts the same common operability, maintainability and networking options as the Series 30i CNC. Along with having a highly compatible PMC ladder, this translates into easier operation and maintenance across the plant floor. The seamless combination of using the same motors, amplifiers, peripheral devices (safety machine operator’s panel, I/O module/unit, iPendant, interface unit for handy machine operator’s panel) as the Series 30i further simplifies the ease of use and maintenance of the Series 0i-F. Seamless and common PMC functions among both the 0i-F and 30i-B CNCs include multi-path PMC, ladder dividing management, function block, multi-language comment and I/O Link i.

Booth S-9259: A unique feature of the Model- BHCR cylindrical grinding machine from Fermat is the automatic rotation of the wheel head, which can be equipped with up to three grinding wheels. This new feature significantly expands the technological possibilities of the grinding machine. In particular, this design increases the ability to grind with more tools in one clamping arrangement. This design strategy eliminates the time delays caused by changing grinding wheels for internal grinding procedures, manually tilting the head or by rotating and re-clamping the workpiece.

Booth S-9259: The WFT 13 CNC table type horizontal boring mill from Fermat features stress relieved castings for all major components. All functional surfaces are hardened as one piece to 56 HRC. The WFT 13 is equipped with directly coupled motors to the German planetary gearboxes for axis motion. Oil cooled pillow block bearing housings are provided for accurate and stable positioning.

Booth S-9059: Work removal on the DLFn flexible line configuration from Fuji Machine is performed in 5.8 seconds load/unload, and the system operates with an improved takt time over other lines. Featuring a small footprint, the DLFn occupies less than half the space of a conventional machining line. Up to 10 modules can be combined to form a maximum 14 3/4 ft (4.5 m) line. The DLFn module, conveyance unit and all peripherals are operated by Fuji’s original and easy to use UNICORN Controller.

Booth S-8754: The CUT 200 Dedicated wire EDM from GF Machining Solutions features a built-in, B-C tilt/rotary table to easily cut complex aerospace alloy components such as turbine disks using C-axis rotation and ±20 deg B-axis tilt. It also incorporates on-machine, in-process inspection that encompasses a measuring probe and supporting software. The machine delivers some of the industry’s highest levels of speed, performance, quality and productivity – in addition to the ability to control production costs for manufacturing in the aerospace industry as well as the mold and die, medical and contract machining industries.

Booth S-8754: The Mikron HPM 800U from GF Machining Solutions uses a Step-Tec spindle that provides high performance, even in applications such as large steel drilling with high torque requirements. Inline motor spindle options include a 20,000 rpm version for general machining or 28,000 rpm version for machining with small tools. Both options feature the HSK-A63 interface and are perfectly suited to complex open-die surfaces or machining basic materials. The 28,000 rpm spindle uses CoolCore, a water-cooled rotor shaft, to maintain thermal stability and maximize accuracy.

Booth S-8754: The automated Form 20 iRTC (integrated Rotary Tool Changer) sinker EDM from GF Machining Solutions allows shops to easily and automatically accommodate jobs that require either multiple electrodes or several workpieces varying in size and geometry. As the first such truly integrated and compact system of its kind, the iRTC boosts part processing flexibility while it ratchets up uninterrupted unattended production capability. It accommodates electrodes weighing up to 22 lb and measuring 5.9 in x 3.94 in or up to 5.9 in diameter as well as in height. And depending on electrode/workpiece size, the changer holds either 8 or 16 electrodes or workpieces.

Booth S-9490: The G-350 universal machining center from Grob requires less floor space than other machines with the same work zone. Its original spindle design accommodates very long tools (365 mm/14.3 in) with no interference, even with the largest work piece size. The maximum part is a 600 mm cylinder with 500 mm in height (Ø 23.6 in x 19.7 in). The G-350 will be paired with a Schuler 12 pallet system at the show to demonstrate automated scheduling and handling.

Booth S-9490: The mid-size G-550T universal machining center from Grob (shown in the center) has a turning option for parts up to 900 mm in cylinder (Ø 35.4 in). Its high-speed table rotates at 800 rpm while compensating for uneven loads. Maximum part height is 730 mm (28.7 in), and longest tool is 500 mm (19.6 in).

Booth S-8119: To tackle the types of jobs common in oilfield work, the ST-55 large-bore turning center from Haas is available with the proprietary Intuitive Programming System that includes powerful built-in threading and rethreading cycles for both straight and tapered threads – something found on no other machine. The ST-55 features a heavy sheet metal enclosure that provides complete protection from chips and coolant during machining. A pair of wide sliding doors provides unobstructed access to the front chuck and main work area, both from the front and the top, allowing easy overhead loading.

Booth S-8119: The UMC-750SS universal machining center from Haas has a high-speed, roller-cam trunnion table that offers 150 deg/sec feedrates to quickly position parts to nearly any angle for 5-sided (3+2) machining, or provide full simultaneous 5-axis motion for contouring and complex machining. The trunnion provides +110 deg and -35 deg of tilt and 360 deg of rotation for excellent tool clearance and large part capacity, and the 630 mm x 500 mm table features standard T-slots and a precision pilot bore for fixturing versatility.

Booths S-8738, N-6936: The all new Conquest H51 SP turning center from Hardinge features a 20 hp, 5,000 rpm A2-6 in main spindle with 2 in bar capacity. It offers a generous maximum turning diameter of 12.3 in and a maximum turning length of 25.6 in. The 12 station turret offers ½ station index for up to 24 tools.

Booths S-8738, N-6936: The all new Bridgeport Conquest V1000 Vertical Machining Center from Hardinge features a powerful direct-drive 20 hp, 10,000 rpm spindle motor with 75.2 ft-lb of torque a 30 tool swing-arm automatic tool changer. The machine is designed for outstanding rigidity. Large, robust 45 mm ball screws are provided on all axes and 35 mm linear guides are standard on the X-axis with 45 size guides on the Y- and Z-axes. Axis travels are X 40 in (1,020 mm), Y 24 in (610 mm) and Z 24 in (610 mm).

Booths S-8738, N-6936: All new Usach 75 ID Specialty CNC Grinding Machine from Hardinge delivers accuracy and power in a compact design. This new model is extremely flexible in handling a wide variety of work pieces for both job shops and high-production applications, especially where high-precision is required. The machine features an 8.5 in swing diameter and handles parts up to 5 in long and utilizes the Mitsubishi M70V control.

Booth S-8129: The Hi-Tech 850BB turning center from Hwacheon is the ideal choice for cutting large parts, with the best specification servo turret in its class, largest turret width (13 in) in its class, and a boring bar capacity to 31 in.

Booth S-8129: The Sirius UM 3-axis vertical machining center from Hwacheon features a 850 mm (33.46 in) x 500 mm (19.70 in) work table with 800 kg (1,764 lb) load capacity, strokes of (X, Y, Z) of 750 mm (29.53 in) x 500 mm (19.70 in) x 450 mm (17.72 in), and rapid positioning of 24 m/min. The 40 taper (BBT and HSK optional) tools are changed in 2.5 seconds.

Booth S-8136: The fluid-cooled, identical main and counter spindles of the G220 Turn-Mill Center from INDEX feature a clearance of 65 mm (chuck up to max. 250 mm diameter), and provide power of 20/ 24 kW (100 percent/40 percent), a torque of 135/ 190 Nm and a maximum speed of 5,000 rpm. A tool turret is located in the lower part of the machine, can accommodate VDI 25 and VDI 30 tool mountings in 18 or 12 stations, all of which can be equipped with individually driven tools (power 6 kW, torque 18 Nm, speed 7,200 rpm). (first view)

Booth S-9148: The Mycenter-HX500G Horizontal Machining Center from Kitamura offers a maximum workpiece size of 31.5Ø x 43.3 in (Dia. x H) within an incredibly small footprint. Super high speed rapid feedrates of 2,362 ipm on solid box ways are by far the fastest in class and boost overall work throughput. A standard two-station APC is field expandable and is coupled with full 360 deg 4-axis capability with rotary scale meaning faster, more accurate production per pallet load. A 50 tool “fixed pot” automatic tool changer is standard with upgrade capabilities of up to 200 tools in the field. (first view)

Booth S-9153: Tsudakoma RG Series tables from Koma Precision are highly rigid and have increased clamp torque delivered by the new improved clamp system design. Various options such as chucks, tailstocks, support spindles, and faceplates are available. Pneumatic and Hydraulic rotary joints for automatic load and unload of the work piece are also available. The new Ball Drive System Technology features high speed indexing and zero backlash that result in shorter cycle times. This new technology also delivers the industries’ highest torque transmission efficiency. (first view)

Booth S-9153: Elbo Controlli tool presetters from Koma Precision are designed with a base and column of natural granite that guarantees the least thermal expansion of all construction materials. Interchangeable rotating spindle-holders with manual mechanical braking of the spindle-holders rotation are available, e.g. CAT/ISO/BT, HSK, Capto, KM, VDI, etc. The vision system for tool measuring includes a TFT 9 in color touch screen with 110 mm x 200 mm image size and 25X magnification. The unit comes with a standard cutting edge inspection feature to get a crystal clear image of the condition of the cutting edge before measuring the tool.

Booth S-8300: Mazak designed the new Integrex j-200S Multi-Tasking machine to bring maximum value, precision and throughput to the production of complex medium-sized parts. It features a main 5,000 rpm turning spindle, 12,000 rpm milling spindle and a second turning spindle for Done-In-One® capabilities, meaning it can complete machining in single setups and improve overall part accuracy.

Booth S-8519: The HU100-5X machining center from Mitsui Seiki that will be at the show is ideal for larger aerospace and power generation parts, featuring an X, Y, Z work zone capacity of 1500 mm x 1200 mm x 1200 mm. It accommodates a weight up to 4,400 lb (2000 kg). Other compelling features include maximum spindle torque of 2,000 ft-lb, HSK 125A tool taper, dual pallet changer, an automatic workpiece/fixture measuring and compensation system, non-contact laser tool setting device, 3D tool compensation, dynamic feature offset, and Fanuc 30iM control.

Booth S-8500: The MA-12500H horizontal machining center from Okuma is equipped with a 50 taper 6,000 rpm, 60/50 hp spindle. It is also available with either a 12,000 rpm wide range spindle or 4,500 rpm heavy duty spindle.

Booth S-8148: The BRIO BM850T Milling Machine was developed by SMTCL for educational users and for start-up businesses, but it is now being purchased by several large companies as it can competitively make accurate parts for a low investment cost.

Booth S-8148: The BRIO Turner 5 from SMTCL is an 8 in Chuck Horizontal Turning Center with 6-position tool turret and 16.5 in swing over the bed. The machine comes equipped with the Siemens 808d conversational control, a 3-jaw hydraulic chuck, and hydraulic tailstock.

Booth S-9080: The BA 322 is a compact, twin-spindle horizontal machining center from SW North America that is targeted for 4- or 5-axis machining of small to medium-sized steel, cast iron, and light metal workpieces. Typical examples include brake calipers, hydraulic valves, and turbocharger components including compressor wheels. The double swivel table design allows workpieces to be loaded/unloaded in cycle. The BA 322 name represents the 300 mm distance between the two spindles and two tables. It is the smallest frame size of SW’s heavy-duty machining centers. (first view)

Booth S-9449: The TUR1550MN 4-Axis turning center from Toolmex, with its 61 in swing over bed, 43.3 in swing over saddle and available from 78 in to 707 in between centers, has the capacity to handle the biggest jobs it encounters. The show lathe will feature the 4-axis version: X-, Z-, C- with live tooling and Y-axis vertical for larger keyways or milling large flats on outside diameter. With a massive, extra stable 40 in/43 in wide bed along with its large spindle bores options (5.5 in to 24 in), the TUR1550MN is built for heavy workloads up to 33,000 lb with option to 50,000 lb.

Booth S-9436: Sitting within a more compact 5 m x 3.5 m x 4 m (200 in x 138 in x 174 in) footprint compared to larger models, the TUE-100 vertical turning lathe from Toshiba showcases the highest rapid rate available in its class with feed rates up to 2000 mm/min, thus reducing cycle times and increasing productivity. In addition, the wide range of table speeds allows for exceptional surface finishes on a variety of materials.

Booth S-9436: The BP-150.R22 planer-type horizontal boring and milling machine from Toshiba ranges in spindle speeds from 5 to 8,000 rpm (min-1) and provides a coolant through spindle option.

Booth S-8519: The FH630SX-I horizontal machining center is Toyoda’s latest 630 mm-sized linear guideway machine. Engineered for power and rigidity, it offers a standard 8,000 rpm, high-torque (37 kW, 1,009 Nm) spindle and dual ballscrews on the Y- and Z-axes. It features improved X-, Y-, and Z-axis travels at 41.3 in (1,050 mm), 35.4 in (900 mm), and 41.3 in (1,050 mm), respectively. Constructed to withstand a greater load capacity of 3,310 lb (1,500 kg), it offers a more robust column design for more aggressive cutting on larger workpieces.

Booth S-8700: A Makino Machining Complex (MMC2) pallet handling system with an a61nx horizontal machining center illustrating multiple machining solutions in a variety of materials will be on display at the show.

Booth S-8640: Amano MJ Filterless Mist Collectors from Vega Tool are designed to collect and filter both oil mist and water-soluble mist. They provide dramatically reduced operation costs since no filter replacements are required. Utilizing disk and cyclone technology, the MJ Mist Collectors remain highly efficient while collecting 99.9 percent of mist. The fully sealed design is capable of maintaining suction for extended periods of time with a low noise level of only 72 db.

Booth S-8640: The all new Brother Compact Machining Center SPEEDIO product line from Yamazen includes the M140X1, R450X1 HT/BBT/CTSI, S700X1 27K (shown), S700X1 HT/BBT/CTSI, and the S500X1 featuring the improved, powerful and fast Brother CNC C-00 control. With high speed spindles up to 27K, high torque spindles up to 10K and having top-level environmental performance, this product line is the Every Shop Machine.

Booth S-8640: Matsuura 5-axis and multi-pallet premium machine tools from Yamazen include the H.Plus-300 20K, LX-160 42 Pallets, CUBLEX-35 20K/HSK 63 with tailstock and grinding, MX-850 15K/High Power/CAT40 (shown), and the MAM72-100H 10K/50 Taper. These machines incorporate decades of Matsuura expertise in developing and manufacturing innovative machining equipment and technology.

Booth S-8640: Large part machining from Yamazen will be displayed on the MVR30 five-face moving rail bridge and the all new MAF-E large capacity table-type horizontal boring machine (shown) from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

Designed with high-volume, low-mix shops in mind, the new Horizontal Center Universal 5000 machining center comes with an excellent price-performance ratio. It features a 19.69 in square pallet and meets a variety of different production requirements through its various options, including 12,000 rpm and 20,000 rpm spindle speeds; 40, 80 and 120 tool magazines; and either an NC-positioning or NC-rotary table.

Following its IMTS debut, the new Integrex e-1600-V10S will take claim as the industry’s most advanced Multi-Tasking solution for processing large, heavy and complex workpieces. It completes all machining operations in a single setup, including turning, milling, boring, drilling and more, via a powerful turning spindle, tilting B-axis for 5-axis machining, either a high-speed or high-torque milling spindle and a wide selection of tool storage capacities.

The new, highly versatile Quick Turn Universal 300 MY turning center with a 3 in bar capacity is perfect for job shops looking to cost effectively add advanced Multi-Tasking and automation into their operations. Featuring milling and Y-axis capabilities, the machine can process parts made from aluminum, steel, cast iron and alloys and more in single setups. Through its turning, milling and off centerline machining capabilities, the new Quick Turn Universal S-220 MY brings amazing productivity and value to job shops by processing precision parts in single setups. Its headstock features an 8 in chuck and 2.5 in diameter bar capacity mounted on a 6,000 rpm turning spindle for highly effective metal removal.

Mazak will also pair several of the machines it has on display with different types of automation, including twin-pallet changers, gantry loaders, an articulated robot cell and the company’s exclusive Palletech Automation System, to show attendees how these add-on solutions easily boost productivity and profitability as well as provide a higher level of part consistency.

Furthermore, the company has made several advancements in large part production and will offer a series of multi-media presentations to spotlight the new machines – which are too big for the show floor – it has for this segment. Among the digital manufacturing solutions the company will spotlight inside its booth include factory simulation software that helps manufacturers visualize how Mazak machine tools and the Palletech Automation System, when paired together in the right combination, can greatly streamline operations.

The MTConnect open-source, royalty-free manufacturing protocol will also be a hot topic inside the booth. Not only will booth visitors learn the basics of MTConnect and how it exists to set the standard communication method for retrieving data from manufacturing equipment, but also how Mazak actively supports MTConnect as a way to provide total manufacturing solutions. And using its Kentucky factory as an example, Mazak will show real-time monitoring of its manufacturing operations using the MTConnect open communications protocol inside its IMTS booth.

Lastly, 2014 marks Mazak’s 40th year of manufacturing in Florence, and the company is using IMTS as an opportunity to illustrate how it has continuously evolved and expanded its operations over the past four decades to support the ever-changing demands of its customers. www.mazakusa.com

LARGE CAPACITY, HEAVY DUTY MACHINING CENTERS
In Booth S-8519, Mitsui Seiki USA, Inc. (Franklin Lakes, NJ) will demonstrate a representative of its line of large capacity, heavy duty machining centers. The HU100-5X is aimed at a variety of manufacturing industries interested in versatile equipment for heavier applications, such as aerospace, power generation, refrigeration and compressor, mold and die, and off-road equipment. All of these industries have fundamental common requirements: machine rigidity, stiffness and high accuracy.

As with all Mitsui Seiki machine tools, high accuracy and ultra rigidity come from the builder’s attention to the basic structure, 3D FEM Design, hand scraping of all castings for geometry and frequency tuning, plus hardened and ground steel box ways. All critical components for the machines are designed, manufactured, and quality controlled in-house at one of the world’s most advanced machine tool factories. www.mitsuiseiki.com

HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER COMBINES SPEED AND POWER
In Booth S-8500, the MA-12500H horizontal machining center from Okuma America Corporation (Charlotte, NC) will be on display for the first time. The hallmark of this machine is its ability to provide a good balance of speed and cutting power for machining of aluminum alloys, cast iron and difficult-to-machine materials. This makes it well suited for large part aerospace machining. The MA-12500H is so fast and powerful, it’s the machine of choice for building lathes at the Okuma DS1 plant in Oguchi, Japan.

Built on an integral bed and base, and designed with reinforcing ribs for increased stability and load carrying capacity, the MA-12500H incorporates Okuma’s exclusive Thermo-Friendly Concept to achieve unparalleled thermal stability and accuracy. Other features include:

Maximum load capacity of 11,000 lb
Rapid traverse (X, Y, Z) of 1,653 ipm
Maximum part size: 78.72 in diameter x 62.99 in high, 10,141 lb
Axis travels: X-86.61 in, Y-62.99 in, Z-64.96 in
.001 deg B-axis rotary table
49.21 in square pallet
Parallel-type 2 pallet APC
81 tool matrix ATC standard, up to 171 tool matrix optional

www.okuma.com

MILLING AND TURNING VALUE AND PRODUCTIVITY
In Booth S-8148, SMTCL USA, Inc. (City of Industry, CA) will display both the BRIO BM850T Milling Machine and the new BRIO Turner 5. The BRIO BM850T Vertical Machining Center redefines productivity and value with a base-selling price below $50,000. With X, Y, Z travels of 31 in x 19 in x 20 in and an 8,000 rpm spindle, this machine provides flexibility to manufacturers. It comes with the powerful Siemens 808D control which is easy to program, has a conversational mode, is extremely reliable, and comes standard with a remote pulse generator and USB input for loading programs. The machine also comes with a chip auger, coolant tank, automatic tool changer, and a 2-year part warranty.

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A demonstration of the BRIO BM850T Milling Machine from SMTCL.

SMTCL is the largest machine tool manufacturer in the world, producing 80,000 machine tools each year, with revenues of $2.9 billion on over 300 products, including CNC boring mills, vertical turning centers, vertical machining centers, horizontal turning centers, horizontal machining centers, gantry type machining centers, pipe threading machines and tapping centers. SMTCL also makes conventional lathes, boring mills, and radial drills. SMTCL has design centers in Berlin, Germany and Shanghai, China, as well as multiple factories in Germany and China. The SMTCL-Americas Technology Center located in City of Industry stocks machines, replacement parts, and accessories. www.smtcl-americas.com

HIGHLY PRODUCTIVE MID-RANGE HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER
In booth S-9080, SW North America, Inc. (Canton, MI), a leading manufacturer of precision metalworking production machines, will exhibit its BA 322 horizontal machining center, which will be making chips in the production of various parts.

The BA 322 is equipped with two spindles, a specially developed twin swivel trunnion, and twin or quadruple 5-axis modules to suit the actual machining requirement. Five-axis machining takes up about 50 percent of SW’s applications because today’s components are more complex and intricate in design. To ensure precise machining and a rigid framework, the BA 322 incorporates a patented SW monobloc machine bed. This stiff cube carries the 3-axis unit equipped with a maximum four spindles. The simultaneously machining of four spindles provides great efficiency and maximizes workpiece throughput. The horizontal spindle arrangement provides optimum chip flow.

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An animated demonstration of the BA 322 horizontal machining center.

This machining center was designed to be highly productive. In lieu of synthetics, SW relies on lost-wax-cast collets in high-alloyed steel, controlled by a cylinder and monitored to confirm the tool is correctly locked. A choice of three different magazine sizes, with up to 128 tools per machine, can be chosen. Tools are changed using the pick-up system. The un-tensioned chain of the magazine reaches speeds of up to 80 m/min and runs in a link rail. Retightening is not necessary.

Finally, an hydraulic pack is required because SW not only offers the clamping fixtures with its components, but also provides the elements necessary to control them. Each of the two work holding units on the twin swivel trunnion of the BA 322 is controlled by up to eight hydraulic pipes and an additional five pneumatic ones, all featuring rotary distributors.

SW North America is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH (Schramberg-Waldmössingen, Germany), which manufactures high-precision 4- and 5-axis multi-spindle horizontal machining centers for high volume, prismatic components in the industrial, aerospace and defense, alternative energy, transportation, consumer products, and medical sectors. Besides the main facility in Germany, the company operates two technical centers for sales, engineering, service and spare parts: one in Canton for the North American market, and a soon-to-open facility in Suzhou, China for the Asian market. www.sw-machines.com

HIGH PRECISION MULTI-TASKING TURNING CENTER
In Booth S-9449, Toolmex Lathes (Schaumburg, IL) will be showcasing their new TUR1550MN/CNC 4-Axis turning center, a high precision, European Haco-FAT built multi-tasking turning center that is the newest and largest lathe in Toolmex’s arsenal.

Aside from the large capacity, the TUR1550MN boasts a nearly endless list of options available, making Toolmex TUR lathes an attractive choice for any modern machine shop. Semi-custom built to each customer needs, the TUR1550MN can be fitted with either Siemens or Fanuc control systems, manual or power chucks, manual to 4 to 8 station turrets, hydraulic tailstock, deep boring attachments, manual or hydraulic steadies, indexing to full C axis, Y axes or grinding head making it suitable for more industries including: power generation, oil and gas, steel, printing, etc.

The modular construction of the TUR-1550MN, with 2-way or 4-way bed options along with the standard to extra HD designs, permits specific customer needs be addressed in the areas of hp, cutting torque, turrets, load capacity, multi-tasking functions, work holding, tooling, maintenance and software programming. The TUR-MN expanded lathe line covers 10 in to 118 in chucks, parts lengths 78 in to 1,000 in, loads to 100 tons between centers, main drives 20 hp to 300 hp, 2- to 5-axis, in flat or slant bed executions.

Toolmex Lathes offers a strong customer support program, with engineers available to assist customers with all needs related to their products. It is an operating business unit of Toolmex Industrial Solutions (Natick, MA). Founded in 1973, Toolmex has over 40 years of experience in providing European-engineered industrial equipment, tools and machinery. Each of the Toolmex business units, including Toolmex Lathes, Elektrim Motors, TMX Workholding and Cutting Tools, are recognized industry leaders throughout North American and Latin American markets. www.toolmexlathes.com

VERTICAL TURNING LATHE FOR HIGH SPEED, HEAVY-DUTY CUTTING
In Booth S-9436, Toshiba Machine Co., America (Elk Grove Village, IL) is excited to feature the TUE-100, the newest addition to the TUE Series of vertical boring and turning mills. With a one meter (40 in) table diameter, this VTL is designed for high speed, heavy-duty cutting with a max load up to 2000 kg (4400 lb).

The TUE-100 utilizes the same field-tested design as larger TUE models, capitalizing on the identical ram cross section to support the railhead for increased precision. Further improving cutting performance are the two types of bearings to support both the radial and axial loads of the table, along with the high quality cast iron bed, specifically designed for efficient chip removal.

An overview and demonstration of the TUE-100 vertical boring and turning mill.

Also on display will be the BP-150.R22 planer-type horizontal boring and milling machine that features a newly extended 140 in Y-axis. With a 150 mm spindle diameter, the spindle provides increased accuracy in high speed, deep hole boring applications. A long nose spindle head is featured on the BP-150.R22 extending the spindle by 200 mm, which offers better access to the work piece and ensures stable and accurate machining, even in heavy-duty applications.

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An overview and demonstration of the BP-150.R22 planer-type horizontal boring and milling machine.

The new spindle also includes a spring necked turning option which allows for composite machining of any shape along any plane. With a built-in rotary table, milling and boring can be performed along multiple sides of a work piece with little or no repositioning, vastly reducing production time. www.toshiba-machine.com

ADVANCED MACHINING, TURNING AND GRINDING SYSTEMS
In Booth S-8519, Toyoda Machinery USA (Arlington Heights, IL) will be premiering five machine models: the FH450J, the FH630SX-i, the VTC1616, the GE4-i, and the TG4. The newest horizontal machining centers are the FH450J and the FH630SX-I, which will demonstrate heavy milling and drilling on large workpieces during the show. The FH450J is a compact, high-speed machine featuring a 15,000 rpm direct drive spindle and rapid feedrates of 2,362 ipm (60 m/min). At the show, this 450 mm-sized machine will be paired with TIPROS FMS, an intuitive automation solution that further increases production capacity.

http://youtu.be/i_R4zYEo1qc
An overview and demonstration of the FH630SX-I horizontal machining center from Toyoda.