Haas Reaches Another Milestone

Haas Automation, Inc. (Oxnard, CA)  has announced the installation of their 200,000th CNC machine – another major milestone in the company’s history as one of the world’s leading machine tool builders.

It was 30 years ago that a little upstart machine tool company from Southern California introduced their first vertical machining center at IMTS 88 in Chicago. The Haas VF-1, affectionately known as the Very First One, quickly became the industry benchmark for affordable CNC technology. Today, they are one of the largest machine tool builders in the world, producing more machines per month than nearly any other builder. The company’s 200,000th machine – a UMC-750SS universal machining center – rolled off the production line recently, and was installed at Vineburg Machining, Inc. (VMI; Carson City, NV).

“We are honored to be the recipient of their 200,000th machine, and couldn’t be happier,” stated Gerd Poppinga, the vice president of operations at VMI. “This is our 7th one of their 5-axis UMCs, and they have been a game changer for us. We are focused on creating quality American-Made products, and Haas helps us keep that promise.”

“Installation of the 200,000th machine is a very special occasion for our company,” stated Scott Gasich, the vice president of sales and marketing for Haas.  “The fact that it coincides with the 30th anniversary of the VF-1 is proof that the combination of value, performance, reliability, and support is just as important today, as it was in 1988.”

“It’s a great honor to be part of these celebrations,” said Keith Granno, Haas Factory Outlet (HFO; Union City, CA). “VMI is a valued customer, and has invested in many of our machines over the years. This celebration is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the achievements of all those involved, but the important thing is that this machine will give the customer many years of profitable, reliable service.”

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