The HaaS 5-axis UMC 500 is the latest addition to our shop floor and is enabling us to optimise floor space and maximise the flow of work on complex components.
The 5-axis simultaneous machining setup, which delivers 8.1k RPM, has a powerful inline direct-drive spindle and high-speed trunnion table which supports the delivery of reduced setups, increased accuracy and efficient multi-sided and complex part machining.
Its large capacity side-mount tool changer improves runout control, surface integrity and machining consistency across long production cycles. This makes it a valuable asset for the high precision and volume parts we develop for customers across industries including subsea, oil and gas, renewables, nuclear and defence.
With its compact footprint, and all the capabilities of the UMC 750 and the design improvement of the UMC 1000, it sits perfectly in a triangle formation with our other two 5-axis machines. By grouping these machines together, it means we can easily manage all three, reduce part-handling time and create a continuous flow for the complex components we manufacture.
Whilst this machine is capable of much more, our plan is to continue to utilise it alongside existing machining capabilities to produce complex low volume parts.
Our extensive 20,000 sq ft custom engineering facility in Newcastle upon Tyne, has more than 20 CNC Mills including 3, 4 and 5 axis and these machines sit alongside and support our services across CNC turning, Wire EDM and finishing. You can access our plant list here.
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