Vertical Machining Centers
Economically priced and ideal for both small job shops and larger machining operations, vertical machining centers (VMCs) use vertically-oriented spindles with tools that stick straight down from the tool holder to approach workpieces mounted on a table for machining operations that cut across the surfaces of a workpiece.
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.
Why your machine shop should invest in in-process tool inspection equipment, which results in a quicker return on investment.
Progressive and innovative metal-cutting machines and software speed up your processes by reducing cycle time and enhancing productivity.
With an inch more in y-axis travel over other machines in its class, Kaast’s VF-Series vertical machining center gives one thermoform tooling maker a productivity pop in a compact footprint. Its Fanuc control proves reliable in harsh conditions.
Without a means to accomplish certain in-house machining easily and consistently, this handrail manufacturer was sending out a huge chunk of work – leaving their commitment to ship dates, lead times, costs and overall project control out of their control. A trip to FABTECH changed all that.
Less expensive than comparably-sized horizontal machines and able to effectively machine a huge variety of part geometries, the latest vertical machining centers also deliver higher speeds, handle larger parts and provide advanced machine controls that increase productivity, reduce costs and improve profitability.
ANCA is set to unveil a remarkable new machine capable of producing the highest accuracy and quality cutting tools in the world at IMTS 2022
With VideoOn a brand-new stand ANCA will showcase the next generation of technology enabling customers to grow capacity, improve profit margins and gain efficiencies.
DMG MORI’s new LASERTEC 100/160 PowerDrill offers maximum work envelope size in a small footprint for producing turbine components such as guide vanes, blades and combustors.
The company now offers the You Ji VMT series vertical mill/turn centers for large vertical turning applications.