VMCs suit heavy-duty and high-speed machining.
Press Release Summary:
Featuring 6,000-15,000 rpm, FV Series high-speed linear guide and box way VMCs offer range of spindle options for high precision and heavy-cutting applications, and deliver thermal stability and maximum vibration dampening characteristics. They have large precision spindle bearings that help sustain higher load capacities, and rigid cast iron base and column. High-torque and direct-drive spindle configurations are available in CAT 40/CAT 50 tapers.
Original Press Release:
New Toyoda VMCs Offer Superior Performance in Heavy-Duty and High-Speed Machining
June 2, 2008
Arlington Heights, IL - Toyoda Machinery announces the technology upgrade to its line of vertical machining centers. Toyoda successfully launched its VMC line into the market in 2006. Hundreds of machines have been sold since the initial product launch. Building on this success, Toyoda has developed the new FV Series, the second generation of vertical machining centers, designed for better performance and reliability.
The new line will deliver larger table size, increased stroke, higher table capacity and more torque than the original machines. The high-speed linear guide and box way VMCs offer a range of spindle options for high precision and heavy-cutting application. The FV Series ranges from 6,000 to 15,000 rpm and delivers high revolution accuracy, thermal stability, and maximum vibration dampening characteristics. The large precision spindle bearings increase rigidity and sustain higher load capacities.
Toyoda's FV Series has an extremely rigid cast iron base and column, providing long-term accuracy and durability in high-speed machining. Many high-torque and direct-drive spindle configurations are available in CAT 40 or CAT 50 tapers. A conversational control and industry-standard Fanuc platform make the FV Series a practical addition to any shop.
Toyoda Machinery is one of the largest machine tool manufacturers worldwide. Toyoda is an engineering-driven company that builds, supplies and services flexible machining systems, horizontal and vertical machining centers and grinding machines. Toyoda Machinery headquarters is located in Arlington Heights, IL. The Automotive & Special Machines Division is located in Wixom, MI. For more information call 847-506-2488 or visit www.toyoda.com.
