At its in-house exhibition held in Pfronten, Germany, earlier this month, DMG Mori launched five new production platforms under its Machining Transformation (MX) strategy.

The DMU 60 eVo second-generation five-axis machining centre, with its proprietary table kinematics and proven machine concept, has been developed further to meet increasing demands for precision, dynamics and flexibility. The machine, which made its world premiere at the exhibition, integrates several manufacturing processes, including mill-turn machining, gear hobbing using the GearSkiving technology cycle, and grinding. Intelligent automation solutions optimise machine utilisation around the clock, if required.

Also launched at the show was the Ultrasonic 20 linear third-generation five-axis machine featuring ultrasonic-supported milling and optional grinding. It is especially well suited to processing materials such as composites. Experience gained from the installation of 600 predecessor models has allowed the manufacturer to raise positioning accuracy to 2 µm in the linear axes and 2 seconds of arc in the rotary swivelling axis.

The machining centre is the manufacturer’s most accurate simultaneous five-axis model. Superimposing tool rotation with ultrasonic amplitudes of up to 15 µm reduces process forces by 50% and enables higher feed rates, improved surface finish and longer tool life.

Based on the proven design of the three-axis DMV vertical milling machines, DMG Mori also demonstrated its new DMX 60 U and DMX 80 U production centres for five-sided machining of complex workpieces weighing up to 300 and 350 kg respectively. With travels of 600 x 600 x 510 mm for the DMX 60 U and 800 x 600 x 510 mm for the larger model, the new machining centres cover a variety of applications, particularly in the die and mould sector.More information www.dmgmori.com