Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Vertical Machining Centre",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Pallet system feeds mill-turn centre at Open House from
Matsuura Machinery, which we summarised at the time by saying "Main theme during Matsuura's CNC machine tool Open House will be 'Multi Pallet Unmanned Production' supported by a multi-tasking machine with a 10 pallet system".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Larger VMC has 50 taper spindle from
Yamazaki Mazak UK: "In response to market demand, including mould and die makers, a machine tool builder has introduced a larger vertical machining centre with a 50 taper spindle".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Yamazaki Mazak UK
concerning its Integrex 100-IV ST at Southern Manufacturing
- take a look at Multi-function lathes and machining centres shown
which says: "Machining components complete in one set-up greatly reduces lead times while simultaneously decreasing dramatically the value of work in progress and overall manpower levels".
Take a look also at the news release from Yamazaki Mazak UK, Vertical machining centre shortens cycle times,
as well as Twin spindle turning centre has more versatility from Turning Technologies UK,
and Encoders upgrade vertical machining centre from Heidenhain (GB).
See also:
Manual/CNC machine tools are simple to use
(January 2008)
The ProtoTRAK control fitted to manual/CNC milling machines and lathes retains the inherent simplicity of operation of manual machines while providing CNC capability at DRO prices
VMC mini mill does more than drill and tap
(January 2008)
While many machines on the market described as 'mini mills' are just mill/tap centres, a subcontractor says that its 'mini-mill' is a powerful three axis vertical machining centre
Vertical machining centre cuts tough alloys
(January 2008)
Rugged vertical machining centre with an 18kW high-torque spindle and through-tool coolant delivery enables a UK subcontractor to efficiently cut SS and Duplex, as well as other tough alloys
Larger vertical machining centre acquired
(January 2008)
Having acquired a large capacity VMC, and oil and gas industry components supplier can now cost-effectively machine 2.5m long workpieces in one set-up
News on the CFV 5Si 5-axis vertical machining centre at MACH from Cincinnati Machine
(January 2008)
A 5-axis, 5-sided large capacity machining centre has spindle speeds up to 20,000 rev/min and can machine parts up to 400mm diameter and 300mm high with a tilt capability up to 150 deg
UK/India deal made in heavy duty machine tools
(December 2007)
UK machine tool builder is to have most components mad in India, except for the 'core' assemblies such as heads and rams for its heavy duty moving column machining centres
Heavy duty vertical machining centre is compact
(December 2007)
Vertical machining centre with extended Y-axis, a 1015 x 660 x 635mm work envelope, 50-taper spindle and small footprint, provides heavy-duty metal cutting capability
Vertical machining centre adds 4-axis capability
(December 2007)
An open-fronted vertical machining centre brought extra 4-axis machining capability for single set-up machining of multi-faced components at a UK valve manufacturer
Vertical machining centre saves the day
(December 2007)
Special SS bar taps components, sourced outside the UK, did not meet quality standards so a UK machine shop, using a vertical machining centre, did the job properly
Advanced and well-proven linear drive systems
(December 2007)
DMG of Luton is introducing new levels of simultaneous five-axis contouring precision in a futuristic design for machining materials as diverse as hardened steel, aluminium, copper and graphite
News on the Hurco VM1 vertical machining centre from Hurco Europe
(December 2007)
BFO Motorcycles in the UK plans to build 100 motor cycle conversion kits and to mill the components, the company acquired a vertical machining centre with an easily programmable control
UK machine tool event brings GBP 1.3m in orders
(November 2007)
UK machine tool supplier, C Dugard, has reported an order intake of over GBP 1.3 million during the recent opening of a new showroom
Machine deep-hole drills up to 30m depth
(November 2007)
A large deep-hole drilling and boring machine can produce holes of up to 10m long and 300mm diameter using its BTA drilling, BTA skiving-burnishing and trepanning facility
CNC machining cell shortens lead-times
(November 2007)
Aerospace manufacturing company's investment in a flexible machining cell will increase profitability and flexibility and will be able to offer a rapid turnaround for components
Vertical machining centre is high speed
(November 2007)
Equipped with a 20,000 rev/min spindle as standard, a vertical machining centre suits high speed machining applications in the mould and die and aerospace sectors
News on the AZ 150 vertical machining centre from Sodi-Tech edm
(November 2007)
Fitted with systems to control machining vibrations a high accuracy, vertical machining centre is claimed to mill small plastics injection moulds to nano level accuracy
Vertical machining centre has swivelling head
(November 2007)
A 5-axis vertical machining centre features a thermally stabilised head with motor spindle that swivels about the B-axis, while the fifth CNC axis is provided by a horizontal rotary table
Five-axis vertical machining centre is affordable
(November 2007)
Offering simultaneous 5-axis machining at an affordable price, a vertical machining centre gives maximum versatility, as the trunnion table can be quickly, and easily, removed for 3-axis work
Tool setting systems ensure batch machining profit
(November 2007)
Precision engineering subcontractor uses the latest tool setting technology to minimise set-up times and to get the maximum productivity from its machine tools to make a profit on batch work
CNC machining developments to be shown
(October 2007)
Latest CNC milling machines, machining centres and mill-turn centres will be demonstrated during the forthcoming Open House at C Dugard, UK
Large display has 22 CNC machine tools
(October 2007)
One of the largest exhibition stands at the recent EMO 2007 machine tool show was the Yamazak Mazak Corporation one with 22 CNC machine tools on display
Vertical machining centre speeds machining by two
(October 2007)
A Brother 4-axis, twin-pallet, vertical machining centre supplied by Whitehouse Machine Tools is helping Hydraulic Projects machine control valve and marine steering system components
Vertical machining centres aid subcontractor
(October 2007)
Recent purchases by Verulam Engineering have included a Dugard Eagle 10 lathe, a Dugard Eagle 1000 VMC with Heidenhain iTNC 530 control and fourth axis and a Dugard Eagle 450 XP VMC
Five axis machining of aerospace components
(October 2007)
A Hedelius RS 125-K supplied by C Dugard to Oldland CNC Engineering, using five-axis technology, enables machining of larger aluminium and titanium aerospace components
CNC machine tools for training
(October 2007)
XYZ Machine Tools has supplied three new CNC machines tools to Sunderland Engineering Training Association for the apprentice training requirements of local engineering and manufacturing companies
Precision engineering excellence recognised
(September 2007)
The UK's Gauge and Toolmakers Association has presented precision engineering company, Claro Precision Engineering, with an award for Excellence in Engineering
News on the HSC Linear vertical machining centre from DMG (UK)
(September 2007)
Using ultrasonics frequencies up to 48kHz to vibrate a cutting tool in a VMC enables hard machining and high speed machining as well as machining conventionally in the same machine
Subcontractor invests in multi-tasking CNC
(September 2007)
Advanced, multi-axis, multi-tasking CNC machine tools are seen by a subcontractor as essential for meeting stringent customer delivery times and ensuring cost competitiveness and quality
Workholding vices provide high strength
(September 2007)
A range of workholding vices provide high strength, dependable workpiece clamping with a large grip capacity; there are also power vices for HMC and VMC work
Two-axis positioning system used on VMCs
(September 2007)
A 2-axis positioning system used in a 3-axis vertical machining centre eliminates the use of sine plates nd other expensive fixtures for angular milling
CNC machine tool choice wins success
(September 2007)
A UK company identified a niche market for a well-specified machine shop that was flexible enough to meet turnaround times of say, two days, for low volume precision parts
News on the BA S03 vertical machining centre from Emag UK
(August 2007)
The aerospace industry wants more 5-axis production machining output, which is why a German machine tool builder has introduced a twin-spindle, 5-axis vertical and horizontal machining centres
News on the 1010 VMC vertical machining centre from XYZ Machine Tools
(August 2007)
Specialising in the overhaul of industrial gearboxes and repairs on gearbox castings, a UK form has ordered a vertical machining centre for production-orientated work
Wear parts maker invests in 5-axis machining
(August 2007)
Producer of specialised wear parts for the bearing industry has recently invested in 5-axis machining, advanced EDM, as well as linked ERP and CAD/CAM systems