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Healthy Investment Strategy In Action At Oracle Precision

Oracle Precision is investing in three DN Solutions DVF 5000Mk II simultaneous five-axis machining centres with integrated workpiece pallet changers from Mills CNC, increasing capacity and process efficiency for its growing medical device business.

The Rotherham-based precision engineering subcontractor, part of Kaleidex Group since its acquisition in April 2025, manufactures high-accuracy, performance-critical components for regulated sectors. The new machines will be ‘ring-fenced’ for medical device manufacture, including surgical instrumentation and its constituent components.

The machines, all FANUC-controlled, were ordered earlier this year, with confirmation taking place at the MACH 2026 exhibition (pictured). The first was installed in May, with two more scheduled for September and December.

Parts manufactured from stainless steels, polymers and other materials can feature tolerances down to a few microns and demanding surface finishes. Some require more than 20 hours of machining. Oracle Precision’s previous five-axis experience highlighted the benefits of completing complex components in a single set up, reducing cycle times and improving throughput.

“Our ambition to build a world-class medical manufacturing operation can only be achieved by having access to advanced multi-axis machine tools,” says Shaun Palmer, director and co-founder of Oracle Precision. “Achieving 24/7 lights-out unattended operations was, and is, the goal.”

The DVF 5000Mk II machines feature 120-tool magazines, linear scales, laser tool and radio-frequency workpiece probing, 70-bar switchable coolant, and FANUC 31iB5 controls. The first machine has a 15,000 rpm spindle and 28-pallet AWC, while the two subsequent machines will feature 20,000 rpm spindles and eight-pallet AWCs.

Mills CNC is also providing training and process support. “We’re ensuring that nothing gets left to chance,” adds Palmer. “Developing robust machining, inspection and verification processes at the start will stand us in good stead.”

More information www.millscnc.co.uk

Newburgh Names BSM

Newburgh Engineering Co Ltd has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jonathan Todd as business systems manager, following his return to the employee-owned precision engineering business at its Bradwell headquarters in April. Todd, a former award-winning apprentice at the company, rejoins the Derbyshire manufacturer at an exciting stage in the company’s development. The business is continuing to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies, digital systems, operational excellence and long-term growth after re-adopting its historic Newburgh Engineering name.

More information www.newburgh.co.uk

HES Completes Pulley Drum Contract For Rema Tip Top

Hallamshire Engineering Services (HES) has manufactured and supplied Rema Tip Top – a provider of wear protection, conveying and mineral processing solutions – with 630 mm diameter slatted pulley drums that will form an integral part of a conveyor system for a glass-handling plant. The pulley drums, which have a 360 mm face length, were designed and engineered by HES to meet the specific requirements of Rema Tip Top’s customer, and were delivered as part of an ongoing supply relationship between the two companies. 

More information www.hallamshireeningeering.co.uk

Get set for Hurco Demo Deals Day 2026

On 16 September, Hurco Europe will hold an in-house event where every Hurco machine currently on show in the company’s High Wycombe showroom will be presented for sale at a specially discounted, ex-demonstration price. As last year, a similar deal will apply to Hurco machines installed in the dedicated training facility and technical centre at Kirklees College, Huddersfield. The scope of all offers extends to accessories fitted to the machines, such as Hurco software and tooling, Renishaw probing, rotary tables, and Filtermist units. Furthermore, a 20% discount will be applied to selected machines in stock, including the 20,000 rpm VMX30HSi three-axis VMC, the VMX42Di-40ATC three-axis VMC, and the top-of-the-range TMX10MYSi turning centre. 
Pre-register at https://global.hurco.com/gb

Mills CNC Names Technology Show Date

Mills CNC’s ‘Innovation Day’ technology show, focused on best-practice one-hit machining, advanced multi-tasking machine tools, and integrated automation systems and solutions, will demonstrate how visitors to the event can increase their productivity, improve their process efficiencies and maintain their competitive edge. The event will also provide the ideal venue to introduce the Heller HF 5500 FLEX horizontal simultaneous five-axis mill-turn machine to component manufacturers in the UK and Ireland.

The technology event will take place at Mills CNC’s campus facility in Leamington on 8 October 2026. While much of the initial limelight will be on the Heller HF 5500 FLEX, 10 machine tools from DN Solutions will also be showcased at the event. Mills is also set to present its latest automation systems to attendees.

More information www.millscnc.co.uk