Vertical Machining Center

HG Machinetools Vertical Machining Center is a type of machine tool that uses a spindle with a vertical orientation to perform various machining operations on a workpiece. They are capable of performing a variety of mechanical operations such as milling, boring, tapping, drilling and more. This is because they can have a variety of tools in the changer, as well as a variety of options to increase and customize their productivity.

Vertical machining, also known as milling, uses rotary cutters to remove metal from a workpiece. Vertical machining is performed on a vertical machining center (VMC), which uses a spindle at a vertical angle. With the spindle at a vertical angle, the tools move straight down from the toolholder to cut across the top of a workpiece. Machining centers vary by function, number of axes, size of the work area, spindle position, and available options.

Some common features of VMCs are:

• A table that holds the workpiece and moves along the X and Y axes.
• A spindle that rotates the cutting tool and moves along the Z axis.
• A tool changer that stores and changes the cutting tools automatically.
• A control system that controls the movement of the table, spindle, and tool changer, as well as the cutting parameters and programs.

Some of the applications and uses of the vertical machining center are:

• Box type parts: These are workpieces that have more than one hole system and many cavities inside, such as engine blocks, gearboxes, spindle boxes, gear pump shells, etc. The vertical machining center can process these parts with high accuracy and efficiency.
• Complex curved parts: These are workpieces that have complex shapes and curves, such as impellers, blades, cams, etc. The vertical machining center can use various tools and techniques to create these parts with high precision and quality.
• Special or irregular shaped parts: These are workpieces that have unusual or non-standard shapes, such as sculptures, art pieces, prototypes, etc. The vertical machining center can use its flexibility and versatility to create these parts with creativity and innovation.
• Board, sleeve and plate parts: These are workpieces that have flat or cylindrical surfaces, such as panels, shafts, disks, etc. The vertical machining center can use its vertical orientation and large table size to process these parts with ease and speed.
• New parts in trial production: These are workpieces that are newly designed or developed and need to be tested or verified before mass production. The vertical machining center can use its automation and computerization to produce these parts with low cost and high efficiency.

• VMC machines can perform multiple operations in a single setup, which saves time and increases productivity.
• They can be used for both roughing and finishing operations, which makes them versatile.
• VMC machines can produce complex shapes with high accuracy and precision.
• They can be programmed to produce identical parts, which ensures consistency and reduces errors.
• They require less floor space compared to other types of CNC machines.