Machine tool manufacturer Okuma, which is represented in the UK by NCMT, has become a tier-one member of the AMRC (Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre) at the University of Sheffield.

The five-year co-operation offers several benefits for researchers, the aerospace industry and Okuma. As a member of the AMRC, Okuma is providing know-how and support for the latest research in the form of a MU-8000V-L multi-tasking machine, including all options. The machine combines turning and five-axis machining, making it suitable for complex aerospace components.
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