Machining Suspension Brackets, Engine Parts, Gears

From basic turning machines to advanced multi-tasking solutions, the latest machine tools from Mazak Corporation (Florence, KY) provide the speed, precision and processing flexibility that is necessary for race vehicle part prototyping and production. Whether it comes to machining basic suspension brackets or processing complex engine parts, a diverse selection of machine tools is ready to tackle any shop requirement with ways to reduce cycle times, maintain part consistency and boost productivity in fast-paced environments.

Perfect for small shops, the compact Quick Turn Primos 100 S turning center has been developed with productivity and value in mind. It effectively processes parts up to 7.09 in diameter and 7.87 in long by way of a robust integral spindle/motor design, 8-position drum turret and user-friendly CNC with conversational and EIA/ISO programming. Ideal for shops that want full 5-axis machining capabilities but require an affordable solution, the VCU-500A/5X vertical machining center can productively process complex parts up to 19.68 in diameter and 12 in high. The machine’s trunnion-style rotary/tilt table and new Mazatrol SmoothX CNC allow for the cost-effective production of shifter knobs.

Shops that produce gear-type parts will want to experience the highly advanced performance capabilities of the Integrex i-100ST Multi-Tasking machine. A new Position Controlled Hobbing function has been added to its Mazatrol SmoothX CNC that allows the machine to excel during hobbing and skiving operations. Furthermore, the machine brings high throughput to small, complex parts production by featuring two turning spindles, a milling spindle and a lower turret that allows shops to perform first and second machining operations simultaneously or handle sequential operations on a single workpiece.

Mazak Corporation, 8025 Production Drive, PO Box 970, Florence, KY 41042, 859-342-1700, Fax: 859-342-1865, www.mazakusa.com.