4+1 addition to the range

With the first machine due for delivery in January 2019, the new UMC 4+1 machining centre from XYZ Machine Tools is set to generate significant interest among UK machinists looking for a high-performance, cost-effective, route to multi-face machining.

With the success and order levels of the UMC-5X simultaneous 5-axis machining centre that was introduced 12 months ago, XYZ recognised a demand for a machine with similar overall capacity, but not necessarily with simultaneous axis movements.

The result is the UMC 4+1 which retains all the key machine features of the flagship gantry-style UMC-5X machine, such as the 90rpm direct drive on the rotary axis, front loading 600mm diameter trunnion rotary table with a 600kg load capacity.

The standard 12,000rpm in-line spindle unit with through coolant, can be upgraded with optional 15,000, 18,000 and 24,000rpm spindle capacity available. The UMC 4+1 will be available for less than £130,000, which is a saving of around £30,000 over the UMC-5X, a significant cost-advantage for those not requiring simultaneous 5-axis operation.

XYZ’s managing director Nigel Atherton explains: “As we spoke to more customers about the UMC-5X it became clear there was strong demand for a 4+1 machine so, by using the UMC-5X as a starting point we have created the UMC 4+1, which has the same capacity in terms of machining envelope, with the only major change being the use of the Siemens 828D control in line with the 4+1 configuration rather than the Siemens 840D as we don’t require the simultaneous motion capability of that control.

“The result is a machine that delivers on performance and capability at a highly competitive price point, which will be attractive to a large number of potential customers that have indicated they don’t have a requirement for full 5-axis simultaneous machining.”

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