Horizontal Machining Centers
Filter by Process Zone:
Sneak Preview of IMTS 2022
The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) will take place September 12-17 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Here is a sneak peek as to what exhibitors’ plan to showcase.
The Why and How of In-Process Tool inspection
Why your machine shop should invest in in-process tool inspection equipment, which results in a quicker return on investment.
Okuma America Launches Next-Gen Horizontal Machining Center
The Okuma MA-600HIII brings next-level machining capabilities to the MA-600H family including the new 10K RPM standard spindle, which effectively handles a wide range of applications, from heavy-duty to high-feed machining.
Mazak to Hold Technology Event in Late October in Kentucky
Mazak Corp. (Florence, KY) has announced that DISCOVER, the company’s technology and education event, will include all-new machines and technological firsts.
Starrag Hires New Sales Manager for Mexico
Starrag USA Inc. (Hebron, Kentucky) has hired Carlos Castro to serve as sales manager, Mexico.
Compact Horizontal Machining Center with New Controls
The crisp new paint scheme on Methods Machine Tools’ KIWA KH-4100kai is just the beginning of design features its predecessor lacked. New componentry inside, including 0i-MF Plus FANUC controls, improve the planning, machining, and chip flow on this four-axis HMC.
Machine Cuts Through Titanium Like Butter
That’s what General Electric Global Research said about Blue Arc, an EDM-like process it developed to rough aircraft engine components out of huge blocks of difficult-to-cut alloys. Mitsui Seiki has sold the first commercially available CNC machine that incorporates the technology.
Next Gen Horizontal Machining Center Expands Range of Applications
Mazak’s HCN-6800 NEO comes with upgraded standard features and numerous options, too. Its cycle times are faster, its footprint is smaller, and its range of part and tool capacities are wider.
Nitrogen Generation, Gas Mixing Products Reduce Costs and Floor Space
Bystronic Inc. and MSS Nitrogen Inc. partner to sell Bystronic’s Nitrocube nitrogen generation and NitrO2 gas mixing products, powered by MSS, in the North America market. Nitrocube’s nitrogen purity is 99.999%, while NitrO2 mixing can triple laser cutting speeds.
VERY Heavy-Duty Horizontal Machining Center (HMC)
Ideal for the demanding aircraft, automobile, power generator, mold-and-die, and semiconductor industries, Niigata’s 5-axis HN80E-5X horizontal machining center (HMC) produces 1.65-ton parts almost 50 inches in diameter and 40 inches high.
Machine and Turn 2-Ton Workpieces in A Single Setup
Doosan’s DHF 8000ST is a single-table version of the company’s DHF 8000 5-axis horizontal machining center (HMC) that incorporates a turning function so manufacturers can save time by moving from roughing to finishing with one setup.
Match Spindle Performance to Specific Machining Need
Suitable for high-volume large, heavy part operations, Mazak’s HCN-5000 is a horizontal machining center that offers users the option of high-speed or high-torque integral motor spindle, so they can align proper speed and power for the job at hand.