Turning Machines
IMTS spark Session: Production Matters — Why a CNC Multi-Spindle Makes Sense for MetalQuest
Live discussion on Dec. 18 focuses on MetalQuest’s decision to diversify by adding its first CNC multi-spindle machine for greatly reduced cycle times on an existing high-volume job.
Read MoreNexTurn SA-20B Swiss Lathe Offers 7-Axes
Machine is built for rigidity, accuracy, reliability and ease of use.
Read MoreTsugami B-Axis Swiss-Type Machines Complex Shapes
Swiss CNC Lathe cuts precise angles and sculpted contours, reducing number of required tools and decreasing changeover time.
Read MoreCarving Out a Niche in CNC Plastics Machining
This Vermont shop focuses solely on machining plastics — some filled with abrasive glass — for a range of industries. That makes it stand apart from others, but means it also faces challenges that metal machining shops often don’t encounter.
WatchMetal Additive Manufacturing: Multitasking’s Latest Trend
Why are an increasing number of machine tool builders adding additive manufacturing to their equipment’s already versatile machining capabilities? Because additive and subtractive are complementary.
WatchKnuth’s Servoturn 410 NC Lathe has Programmable NC control
Conventional lathe offers extensive functions that take its operation to near CNC level.
Read MoreWhy a CNC Multi-Spindle Machining Center Makes Sense for MetalQuest
An early adopter of multitasking equipment, this Nebraska contract manufacturer has taken what it feels is the next logical step to diversify by adding a multi-spindle for greatly reduced cycle times on an existing high-volume job.
WatchHelpful, Free CAD Model for Those Who Machine DOM Tubing
This machine shop 3D prints a plastic plug that it inserts into the end of tubing to prevent chips and coolant from entering the lathe's bar feeder. It offers a free CAD model of it for other shops machining that material.
WatchHwacheon Hi-Tech 750 Turning Center Designed for Large Parts
Machine features high-torque, built-in gear-driven spindle that reaches up to 1,800 rpm.
Read MoreEmag Twin Spindle Lowers Gear Machining Costs
The VL 1 Twin-spindle pick-up turning machine simultaneously machines two identical bevel gears at high speed within the same machining area.
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