The Innovation and Technology Center is being built as a fully integrated environment to foster advanced manufacturing processes, engineering collaboration and real-world application development. It is designed to be a place where customers can work side-by-side with Mitsui Seiki engineers, technology experts, and solutions partners to support low-volume product development, production implementation, part reprocessing and optimization, to solve manufacturing challenges, and chart the path ahead. The Tech Center will provide hands-on access to Mitsui Seiki’s latest precision machining platforms, advanced processes, automation strategies, and supporting technologies. It will operate as a working hub for application development, process optimization, and collaborative problem solving, bringing together machine tools, automation, software, metrology, and engineering expertise under one roof.

This initiative represents more than the addition of a new facility. It reflects Mitsui Seiki’s continued focus on creating tangible customer value through cutting edge technology, strong partnerships, and manufacturing excellence. The Tech Center will play a key role in supporting emerging applications, strengthening customer relationships, and demonstrating the many ways high precision manufacturing continues to evolve.

Construction will be completed this Spring 2026. Additional milestones will be shared as the project progresses with an Open House planned following completion. Mitsui Seiki USA looks forward to welcoming customers, partners and industry stakeholders to the Tech Center. As manufacturing demands continue to advance, this investment positions the company to support customers not only today but well into the future, reinforcing our role as a trusted partner in advanced and precision manufacturing.

“The Innovation and Technology Center reflects how we believe advanced manufacturing should work. It is collaborative, application-driven, and grounded in real production needs,” said Daniel Cleary, President & CEO, Mitsui Seiki USA. “This investment ensures our customers are not just buying high performance machines, but gaining a long-term partner in process, performance, and precision.”

We have further developed our precision gearbox series using this technology. The result is the PSNpro, PSFNpro, and PSBNpro series, which set new standards in dynamic applications. In particular, cycle torque has increased significantly, enabling the pro series to rival and even surpass spur gearboxes. For applications involving frequent changes in load and direction, the pro gearboxes are therefore the obvious choice from the Neugart portfolio.

The pro gearboxes utilize the advantages of helical teeth to achieve excellent synchronisation. Transmission fluctuations between the input and output remain extremely low throughout the rotation of the output shaft. This visibly improves process quality and minimizes chatter marks in woodworking machines, for example. At the same time, the gearboxes operate at a particularly low noise level, even under high loads. This improves the system’s acoustic properties and stabilizes the machine’s overall performance.

Another area of development focused on reducing mass inertia, particularly in small frame sizes. Thanks to the consistent implementation of the modular principle, the input stage is now from frame size 064 smaller than the output stage. This reduces the rotating mass, enabling faster acceleration and braking processes, as well as improving control quality in highly dynamic axes.

Our pro gearboxes will be available from January 2026. We offer the usual gear ratios, sizes, and options for the pro series – without compromise. Even a factory-mounted pinion on the output shaft, ideal for pinion-rack drives, is included as standard.

With the PSNpro, PSFNpro and PSBNpro gearboxes, we are opening a new chapter in precision gear technology. Combining our many years of experience in drive technology with innovation-driven development, we provide future-proof support for mechanical and plant engineering, robotics, and linear technology. This enables us to create reliable solutions that meet the requirements of modern drive technology and help our customers achieve higher productivity in the long term.

About Neugart

Neugart GmbH is a leading global manufacturer of high-quality gearboxes and drive systems for automation technology. Since its foundation in 1928, the company has been headquartered in Kippenheim, Germany, and is now represented worldwide by its own subsidiaries and a dense network of distributors. Neugart stands for the highest quality, reliability and innovation and has established itself as a competent partner for customers from a wide range of industries.

Cristiano brings more than 25 years of experience in the manufacturing and machine tool industry. Most recently, he spent 15 years as Sales Manager at Romi’s headquarters in Brazil, where he led commercial strategy, market development initiatives, and sales teams, with direct accountability for business results.

Throughout his career, Cristiano has built a strong professional foundation that combines technical expertise, engineering knowledge, business management, and commercial leadership. His approach has consistently emphasized execution, close customer engagement, and sustainable, long-term growth.

In his new role, Cristiano will play a central role in strengthening Romi’s local presence in the United States and Canada, expanding strategic partnerships, and ensuring strong alignment between North American operations and Romi’s global strategy.

Founded in 1930, Romi is the market leader in machine tool sales in Brazil and maintains a strong international presence, delivering advanced technology, innovation, and industrial solutions to customers worldwide.

About Romi BW Machine Tools Ltd

Romi BW Machine Tools Ltd is based in Erlanger, KY, and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brazilian-based ROMI SA, serving the USA and Canada. The company offers customers innovative and robust machine tools, including CNC lathes, turning centers, and vertical machining centers. All the key parts used to build a Romi machine tool, including the base castings, are made at the company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Santa Barbara d’Oeste, Brazil. This control over all key components allows Romi to build exceptionally rigid, accurate, high-performance solutions.

Romi BW Machine Tools Ltd, also known as Romi USA, maintains a showroom and complete parts and service department at its Erlanger location. Its machine tools are available through a network of direct sales personnel and regional distributors.

About Romi S.A.

Founded in 1930, Romi S.A. is the market leader in the Brazilian machinery and industrial equipment market and a major cast iron and machined parts manufacturer.

Romi manufactures machine tools, including mechanical lathes, CNC lathes, turning centers, vertical milling machines, vertical lathes, heavy-duty and extra heavy-duty lathes, and horizontal milling machines. The company also manufactures plastic injection molding and plastic blow molding machines, as well as nodular and vermicular grey cast iron supplied rough or machined.

The company’s products and services are commercialized globally and are used in diversified industrial segments, including light and heavy automotive, agricultural machinery, aerospace, medical, capital goods, consumer goods, tooling, hydraulic, and wind power.

Why Shutdowns Stress Metalworking Fluids More Than Daily Operation

Holiday shutdowns create conditions that are fundamentally different from day-to-day machining. In active production, a water-miscible metalworking fluid is constantly filtered, aerated, skimmed, and replenished. Once circulation stops, that balance is disrupted. Tramp oil rises to the surface, limiting oxygen transfer and fueling microbial growth. Fine particulates settle into low oxygen pockets. Water evaporates more quickly than oil, raising concentration and altering pH. A pH drop can push the fluid into a corrosive range for ferrous metals.

These risks are significantly heightened in large central systems, where volumes can reach tens of thousands of gallons. For these high-volume, shared-reservoir systems, a single mismanaged shutdown can affect an entire production line, not just an individual machine. In these systems, shutdowns represent large-scale chemical stagnation events. Smaller standalone machine sumps are less vulnerable and easier to correct, but central systems behave more like idle swimming pools, with much larger consequences if the chemistry drifts.

Awareness plays an important role. Coolant is often viewed as a background utility rather than a core process variable, sometimes dismissed as “the white stuff” among operators. Limited operator training and high turnover in many facilities contribute to inconsistent monitoring, making it more likely that early signs of fluid imbalance go unnoticed prior to shutdown. These cultural factors add another layer of vulnerability, reinforcing the importance of structured preparation. The consequences are not limited to fluid condition; they include scrap and rework, unplanned downtime to correct biological issues, and even quality defects that can reach end customers. Odor, visible contamination, and restart problems also impact operator comfort—an important consideration in an environment already facing high turnover and intense competition for skilled machinists.

Preparing the System Before Shutdown: Testing, Cleaning, and Correcting Conditions

Shutdown preparedness begins with confirming that the fluid is chemically stable and capable of maintaining its stability without circulation. While refractometer readings are helpful for estimating concentration, they don’t reveal the fluid’s true buffering strength. Total alkalinity testing (performed through a qualified laboratory) provides a more accurate assessment of the fluid’s resistance to pH drift, microbial activity, and corrosive conditions. A dedicated laboratory can translate those measurements into specific recommendations on concentration targets, tank-side treatments, and timing, so the system enters shutdown in its strongest possible state.

Biological screening is equally critical. Even low-level bacterial or fungal presence can expand rapidly once agitation stops. Dip-slide testing reveals whether microbial populations are beginning to establish themselves, allowing operators to intervene early. When supported by an experienced lab, these simple tools become an early‑warning system that can prevent minor biological activity from turning into a post‑shutdown crisis. If treatment is required, it must be done with precision: tank-side biocides must be added only when the pH is within the correct operational window. Incorrect sequencing can destabilize the chemistry, and rapid pH shifts risk triggering ammonia-type odor events or emulsion imbalance. These issues can extend downtime and affect worker comfort.

Pre-shutdown cleaning also reduces biological risk. Removing tramp oil deprives microbes of a major food source. Clearing sludge from sumps, filters, and return lines eliminates pockets where bacteria can hide and where localized acidity can develop. For central systems in particular, this cleaning step prevents the kinds of stagnant zones that can remain untouched for weeks.

Lastly, concentration should be at the upper end of its control range before shutdown. This ensures the full package of emulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, and stabilizers remains present in the right proportions throughout the idle period.

What to Do During Shutdown: Circulation, Environmental Control, and Minimal Touchpoints

Shutdown durations vary widely across industries. Regardless of duration, environmental stability becomes the most important safeguard. Large central systems benefit from being kept closed whenever possible. Preventing evaporation helps maintain concentration, while limiting exposure to ambient air reduces opportunities for microbial contamination. Temperature stability also matters. Large fluctuations can accelerate biological activity or cause components of the emulsion to shift out of equilibrium. Coordinating with equipment suppliers and fluid partners to define an approved ‘hibernation’ strategy, whether that involves short, supervised recirculation or low-energy circulation modes, reduces the guesswork around how much movement the system really needs.

Circulation during shutdown can be helpful if the equipment is designed for it, but it is not universally recommended. Some systems include low energy “hibernation” modes that move fluid periodically without placing pumps or seals under strain. However, many legacy systems lack safeguards for unattended circulation, and unexpected events such as pump cavitation, seal failures, or filter plugging can occur. For these systems, short, supervised recirculation periods offer a safer alternative.

Periodic walk-throughs remain valuable. Operators should look for early indicators of imbalance, such as unusual odors, visible separation, or unexpected drops in fluid level. These small checks help prevent minor issues from escalating into significant restart complications.

Restarting After Shutdown: Verification, Correction, and Controlled Ramp Up

When production resumes, the goal is to ensure the fluid returns to stable operating conditions before machining loads increase. A visual inspection often reveals the earliest signs of imbalance, as changes in color, clarity, or odor can signal microbial growth or emulsion instability. Cutting chambers and machine sumps should also be inspected, as residual chips or stagnant pockets of fluid can cause local corrosion that is unrelated to the broader central system. Because water frequently evaporates faster than oil, concentration may be elevated. Operators should confirm both concentration and pH before making any additions. Returning the system to its normal water-to-concentrate ratio is typically the first corrective step, followed by deeper analysis if instability persists.

For central systems or high-risk environments, a full post-shutdown laboratory analysis provides clarity on alkalinity, microbial levels, and tramp-oil loading. A post‑shutdown snapshot also helps quantify any trends over time, so plants can adjust their preparation plans rather than repeating the same issues every holiday cycle. This ensures the chemistry is stable before high volume and pressure machining ramps back up.

Why Fluid Expertise Matters: The Value of Partnering with a Knowledge-Driven Supplier

While proper shutdown preparation reduces the likelihood of problems, fluid performance during idle periods ultimately depends on the underlying chemistry. High quality metalworking fluids are engineered to maintain stability across a range of variables, including heat, pressure, water hardness, tramp oil exposure, and intermittent agitation. Fluids formulated with lower oil content and high additive efficiency are designed to deliver that stability in demanding central systems without sacrificing lubricity or bio‑stability. Modern semi‑synthetic formulations use carefully balanced additives and emulsifiers to resist foaming, maintain lubricity, and prevent microbial growth. This balance is especially valuable for ‘lights‑out’ or low‑attendance periods, where foaming, separation, or biological growth may go unnoticed until operators return.

As manufacturers navigate increasingly complex production environments, the role of a knowledgeable fluid partner becomes more important. FUCHS Lubricants Co. fits into this picture as both a global formulator and a technical resource, whose products and support structures are built to withstand the operational challenges that emerge during shutdowns.

The regulatory environment adds further complexity. Many traditional biocides have been restricted or removed from global markets, requiring suppliers to develop formulations that remain biologically stable without relying on chemistries prohibited in key regions. Because FUCHS operates across the world’s strictest regulatory markets, its product lines are designed for consistency and compliance, giving multinational manufacturers the advantage of a single fluid platform that performs reliably across all facilities. Plants can standardize on one shutdown playbook and one coolant family across regions, confident that the underlying chemistry already accounts for local regulatory constraints.

Technical support is equally important. Shutdown events intersect with factors beyond chemistry alone. Operator training, turnover, awareness, and the cultural tendency to underestimate coolant all influence system outcomes. Facilities with limited training resources benefit from guidance that clarifies not only what to do, but why the sequence of actions matters. Structured training and simple visual aids around shutdown procedures help move coolant from a ‘background utility’ to a managed process variable that operators understand and own.

This is where FUCHS’ combination of robust formulation, laboratory capability, and field engineering support becomes particularly valuable. Application engineers who routinely walk central-system sumps, troubleshoot odor and corrosion complaints, and interpret lab data can shorten the learning curve for plants that only face full shutdowns a few times a year. A partner with strong testing infrastructure can identify early signs of imbalance, advise on corrective actions, and help manufacturers navigate shutdowns without unnecessary downtime or loss of fluid integrity.

Conclusion: Shutdown Success Starts with Preparation

Holiday shutdowns will always carry inherent risk for metalworking fluids. Treating that risk as a defined, engineered condition, rather than a one‑off exception, allows plants to build shutdown readiness into everyday coolant management. Yet nearly all preventable issues, from microbial blooms, pH collapse, and corrosion to pump foam-outs and full system dumps, can be avoided by following a structured, chemistry-informed process.

With thoughtful preparation, periodic monitoring, and post-shutdown verification, manufacturers can safeguard their systems, protect tooling and part quality, and maintain productivity through the first days of restart. For operations looking to strengthen their shutdown planning or resolve recurring issues like odor, corrosion, or post‑shutdown instability, FUCHS’ ECOCOOL product line, laboratory services, and onsite engineering support provide an integrated safety net that keeps central systems running reliably year-round.

In addition to the new online ordering experience, the overall website has been redesigned to help global visitors access the product and application information they need when evaluating Sunnen’s portfolio of machines and consumables. Sunnen’s updated business solutions tab has been reorganized to help users quickly locate essential company knowledge, complemented by a refreshed resources section where catalogs and brochures are now easier to find.

The platform features improved forms and navigation for accessing global distribution networks, scheduling training, consultations, and submitting maintenance requests, with streamlined access to Customer Service. Dedicated pages for pre-owned machines and maintenance requests have also been added, reflecting Sunnen’s commitment to comprehensive support. To prioritize global accessibility, translation options are available in six languages: German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, and Polish.

About Sunnen Products Company

Sunnen Products Company, a global leader in precision manufacturing for over a century, has established itself as a premier provider in the creation, sizing, and finishing of machined surfaces. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Sunnen is a “total solutions provider,” manufacturing everything from machinery and abrasives to precision bore gages and customized coolants. This comprehensive approach enables Sunnen to deliver turnkey honing solutions that encompass cutting-edge equipment, tooling, consumables, and coolants. The company’s expertise spans a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, hydraulics, medical, firearms & defense, and tool & die, showcasing its versatility and commitment to innovation. Sunnen’s dedication to quality is evident in its products, which exemplify the company’s focus on high efficiency, precision, and advanced technology. With a worldwide presence and a track record of building thousands of honing machines, Sunnen continues to drive innovation in bore sizing and finishing, providing tailored solutions to meet the exacting demands of modern manufacturing across diverse sectors.

Engineered for high-reliability vapor degreasing, Tergo fluids deliver the same cleaning power and material compatibility as Novec fluids including 7100, 71DE, 7200, 72DE, 72DA, and 73DE. Their high density and ultra-low surface tension allow them to penetrate complex geometries, blind holes, fine features, and tight-tolerance assemblies—making them ideal for:

• Complex machined parts
• Small components with tight tolerances
• Parts requiring coating or plating preparation

MicroCare alternatives can be used in existing vapor degreasers with no process requalification, ensuring seamless transition and uninterrupted cleaning performance. Manufacturers can expect equal or improved results in removing machining oils, cutting fluids, greases, and particulate contamination.

“Machining and metalworking shops depend on absolute consistency,” said Ray Bellavance, MicroCare VP of Sales & Marketing. “As Novec products disappear from the market, our fluids offer a proven, drop-in solution that keeps production moving and ensures parts are cleaned to specification.”

“We understand the demands of precision manufacturing,” Bellavance continued. “Our goal is to provide a transition that’s immediate, reliable, and worry-free.”

With Novec supplies tightening across the industry, metalworking and machining operations are encouraged to secure compatible replacements now to avoid production delays and support cleaning consistency.

About MicroCare

MicroCare has been delivering innovative critical cleaning and lubrication solutions for over 40 years. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and performance, MicroCare products are trusted by leading manufacturers worldwide to improve quality and efficiency in their operations.

Mazak designated the facility as a Mazak iSmart Factory because it fuses advanced manufacturing cells and systems together with full digital integration to achieve free-flow data sharing in terms of process control and operation monitoring. At the facility, the company manufactures industry-leading Multi-Tasking machines, 3, 4 and 5-axis Vertical Machining Centers, 2 and 3-axis Turning Centers and Swiss-style machines along with Hot Wire Deposition and Friction Stir Welding enabled machines.

The year 2024 marked another significant production milestone for Mazak. The company celebrated its 50th Anniversary of North American manufacturing operations in Florence, Kentucky. Since the start of operations, Mazak has expanded the facility 20 times, and as the facility has grown, it continually contributed to the economic vitality of both the state of Kentucky and the local area while reinforcing the fact that world-class machine tools are still being produced in America.

Manufacturing close to its customers allows Mazak to provide immediate, tangible benefits in terms of productivity and performance to its customers. As a manufacturer itself, Mazak is uniquely positioned to understand the challenges those in manufacturing face on a daily basis and, as a result, can quickly develop and produce high-quality machine tools that effectively meet current industry needs.

From the moment it started the Kentucky production operations, Mazak further expanded its Kentucky production portfolio and continuously evolved its manufacturing operations and the products produced. As a result, Mazak has maintained a leadership position and has brought a world of technological firsts to the industry, from the company’s Multi-Tasking DONE IN ONE® machine concept to advanced digital solutions, innovative automation systems and more.

The development of more than ten Mazak CNC controls is yet another result of the company’s commitment to product improvement and evolution. That evolution started with the Mazak MAZATROL T1 control back in 1981, then the first conversational CNC for turning machines, which took the industry by storm. The MAZATROL CNC evolution has progressed with Mazak’s recent development of SMOOTH Technology that encompasses a range of CNCs, some of which incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) along with machine monitoring and learning capabilities.

The Kentucky manufacturing campus is also home to the company’s Spindle Repair & Rebuild Department that keeps existing Mazak machines in the field up and running and extends their operational lifespans. According to the department’s head Matt Whissel, Mazak’s spindle service provides shops with quick three- to five-day turnaround times, and the department can rebuild/remanufacture any spindle the company produces, even those manufactured as far back as the 1970s.

Today, Mazak continues to demonstrate its ongoing commitment to U.S. manufacturing not only through the consistent development and production of highly advanced machine tool technology, but by its investments in the company’s manufacturing plant. With each investment, Mazak increases its capacity for product development and production as well as its responsiveness to customers in industries ranging from contract manufacturing, energy, aerospace and defense to construction and agriculture equipment, automotive and medical.

About Mazak Corporation

Mazak Corporation is a leader in the design and manufacture of productive machine tool solutions. Committed to being a partner to customers with innovative technology, its world-class facility in Florence, Kentucky produces over 70 models of turning centers, Multi-Tasking machines and vertical machining centers, including 5-axis models, Hybrid Additive processing machines and Swiss Turning Machines. Continuously investing in manufacturing technology allows the Mazak iSMART Factory to be the most advanced and efficient in the industry, providing high-quality and reliable products. Mazak maintains eight Technology Centers across North America to provide local hands-on applications, service and sales support to customers.

The technology center houses call centers, applications engineers and sales and service support personnel. It also provides space for customer programming classes, machine demonstrations, test cuts and machining system run-offs, as well as regularly scheduled Mazak DISCOVER events.

“Mazak continues to establish new facilities to further ensure customers receive the local service and support they need,” said Dan Janka, President of Mazak Corporation. “For the Phoenix area, our new Technical Center will play a key role in that strategy and will center on the manufacturing needs of the area’s key industrial sectors that include semiconductor, aerospace and defense, electronics and several others.”

The new Phoenix Technical Center will be Mazak’s sixth in North America. Currently, Mazak’s service and support network includes its Technical Centers along with eight Technology Centers that work closely with manufacturers and focus on their specific area’s major industries.

About Mazak Corporation

Mazak Corporation is a leader in the design and manufacture of productive machine tool solutions. Committed to being a partner to customers with innovative technology, its world-class facility in Florence, Kentucky produces over 70 models of turning centers, Multi-Tasking machines and vertical machining centers, including 5-axis models, Hybrid Additive processing machines and Swiss Turning Machines. Continuously investing in manufacturing technology allows the Mazak iSMART Factory to be the most advanced and efficient in the industry, providing high-quality and reliable products. Mazak maintains eight Technology Centers across North America to provide local hands-on applications, service and sales support to customers.

Partnership for all of Europe. This cooperation elevates PDS’s service and application capabilities to a new level. Customers in Germany and across Europe can look forward to a comprehensive top-quality spindle service for most manufacturers, new spindles, innovative spindle designs, and much more. In the case of repair, LevelupSpindles’ experts meticulously examine customers’ spindles and restore them to peak performance. LevelupSpindles has a network of specialized service technicians who are experts with widely used CNC machine brands (for wood and soft materials) such as Homag, Weeke, and Reichenbacher, as well as (for metalworking) DMG Mori and Mazak. Upon request, they can also handle the removal and installation of spindles and motors directly at the customer’s machine. Maintenance contracts for machines are also offered, depending on availability.

“LevelupSpindles’ deep familiarity and experience with PDS, our products and services, as well as their excellent contacts with European customers, make them the ideal partner to consistently pursue our mission – to deliver fast, reliable, and precise solutions,” emphasizes Robert Turk, President of PDS. “This partnership enables PDS to significantly strengthen our service offering throughout Germany and Europe while ensuring that our customers continue to receive the outstanding support and engineering expertise they have come to expect from us.”

Following the closure of its Herford location, PDS is now relying on direct cooperation with LevelupSpindles to efficiently manage local repairs and provide PDS customers in Germany and Europe with comprehensive service and technical support. LevelupSpindles offers a broad spectrum of services, including new spindles (custom-designed or standard solutions from various manufacturers), manufacturer-independent spindle repairs, an extensive range of accessories and spare parts, as well as other specialized services. The company also provides professional repair services for spindle units, multi-spindle drill heads, electric motors, gearboxes, and other drive systems. Leading LevelupSpindles is Şerafettin Özbayram, a state-certified mechanical engineering technician and former Sales Manager of PDS GmbH. His many years of experience across various industrial sectors and his tireless commitment are key to continuing to provide optimal customer support, cultivate long-term customer relationships, and ensure seamless service for the new, legacy, and European customer base.

About Precision Drive Systems

Since 1996, PDS has been the global leader in innovative spindle solutions, pioneering design and engineering, providing first-class technical support, and offering rapid repairs for diverse applications in the metal, wood, plastics, stone, marble, glass, and robotics industries. PDS’s headquarters are located in Bessemer City, NC, near Charlotte.

About LevelupSpindles

Founded in October 2024, LevelupSpindles embraces a forward-thinking business concept that drives the optimization and standardization of solutions for motor spindles and industrial drive systems. With nearly 20 years of industry expertise in service, project engineering, and manufacturing automation, it serves as a reliable partner for all motor and spindle manufacturers as well as repair shops. The company provides flexible and customized solutions from Germany across Europe. LevelupSpindles aligns your individual needs with the expertise of professional workshops and specialists, remaining your central point of contact for all inquiries.

Designed and built by Niigata, a company known for its specialization in horizontal machining centers with proven performance. It’s Niigata’s only focus!

Featuring an ultra rigid T-shaped base with honey comb structure and 3 point leveling to the rock-solid spindle, advanced lubrication and cooling systems, accessible service points and built-in diagnostics. The HPN800 high performance Niigata also incorporates their hybrid guideway system with rapids of 2400 ipm for high productivity. Nigatta’s cam driven ATC system with 2.5 second tool to tool time and exclusive carousel type Multi-Pallet System and Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) with Niigata’s Intelligent Cell Controller (ICC). Every element adds up to a superior Horizontal Machining Center that delivers the best ROI and lowest cost of ownership in the industry.

HPN800 Key Features:

• A horizontal machine for combined substantial rough machining with precision finish processes.

• Higher productivity, heavier duty, greater workpiece envelope, and variety of high performance spindles.

• One-piece ultra-rigid T-shape machine base with honeycomb structure and three-point leveling.

• Niigata’s unique design “Hybrid Style” guideway system.

• Higher productivity with rapids of 2,362 ipm and Cam driven ATC system time Tool to Tool of 2.5 seconds.