Turn-mill centre with automation options

German lathe manufacturer Index has developed a new twin-spindle turn-mill centre with 76 mm bar capacity, 230 mm chuck diameter and a turning length up to 900 mm. The Traub TNX220 has a vibration-damping mineral cast bed and generously dimensioned linear guideways in the X and Z axes, a combination that delivers accurate machining and high productivity. UK availability is via Kingsbury.

With a Y/B-axis tool spindle rated at 40 kW/207 Nm/6000 rpm above the work spindle centreline, and two 12-station (VDI30) or 15-station (VDI25) live turrets below, the lathe is suitable for the one-hit machining of complex parts in cycles that can include five-axis milling.

A magazine with 139 positions for HSK-T63 or HSK-T40 cutters serves the top tool carrier. The magazine is accessible from the front and the rear, from where it is possible to replenish one of the two magazine chains while the other is in use.

Notably, the two lower tool carriers also have Y-axis movement in addition to X- and Z-axis travels, and every station is driven. All tool carriers can operate simultaneously at either of the identical, fluid-cooled main and counter work spindles, which also carry a rating of 40 kW/207 Nm/6000 rpm.

Automation options include an Index MBL 76 bar feeder, tailored to match the new machine design and quick to change over to a new size of stock. The loader offers good damping properties and easy set up. As a purely electric solution, there is no requirement for hydraulics.

An integrated gantry-type loader with a double gripper and/or an Index iXcenter robot cell provides automatic load/unload of billet or shaft parts. The control system is a modified Mitsubishi TX8i-s V8.
For further information www.kingsburyuk.com

16-edge face mill series on show

Complementing the UK-manufactured ITC product lines on stand H250 are products from the Widia range. For instance, the company is presenting the latest Widia M1600 face mill series. Suitable for roughing to semi-finishing operations in steel, stainless steel, cast iron and nodular iron materials, this series has 16 cutting edges and a smart insert design that performs well under various machining conditions, including low-power machines, long overhangs and weak fixture conditions. The precision-ground inserts with positive geometry enable low cutting forces and low power consumption, resulting in long service life.
For further information www.itc-ltd.co.uk

Combined laser cutting and turning

At Southern Manufacturing and Electronics 2023, Citizen Machinery is demonstrating a Cincom L12‐VIILFV sliding-head lathe with integral laser cutting capability. The advanced configuration broadens the production possibilities of Swiss-type machining. There is almost unlimited scope for laser cutting geometric shapes and precision holes into solid bar previously drilled within the same production cycle, or directly into tubular stock. It is possible to machine features far more quickly than can be accomplished by milling cutters in driven stations in the lathe’s tool carriers, and to higher precision.
For further information www.citizenmachinery.co.uk

New and pre-owned machine tools on display

MACH Machine Tools and Machine Tool Sales Online (MTSO), both part of the Vigilance Group, are exhibiting from two separate stands. On stand J275, MACH Machine Tools is showcasing a range of its CNC and manual machines, such as the DynaPath-controlled MDS 845-8T and MDS 900-4T toolroom mills, and the MDL 1800 flatbed lathe with an integrated automatic tool post. Manual machines include the VS-1SP (Super Precision) turret-type milling machines and the 1440 UV Trainer lathe. On stand H310, Machine Tool Sales Online (MTSO) is displaying a range of high-quality used machine tool models from its extensive stock.
For further information www.machmt.co.uk www.machinetoolsalesonline.com

Welcome to Southern Manufacturing 2023

Southern Manufacturing & Electronics (7-9 February, Farnborough) is without doubt one of the most important and popular engineering shows in the UK calendar. From modest beginnings as a regional event, the exhibition has evolved into a fully-fledged national show, with increasing influence across continental Europe and further afield. In 2018, the event entered its third decade with a move into its new permanent home, the £35m Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, a 20,000m² complex offering world-class facilities, easy access and free onsite parking.

With its trademark diversity of suppliers, Southern Manufacturing and Electronics attracts both big name manufacturers and a rich eco-system of engineering SMEs. As usual, MTI magazine has a stand at the event, so why not call into stand L270 to meet with our friendly team and discover more about the industry’s easiest and quickest way to buy and sell machine tools.
For further information www.industrysouth.co.uk