When a machining center can convert to a turning machine without sacrificing quality, it reduces cycle time, minimizes overall cell footprint and creates more value for the investment. The MA-series delivers that machine.

These horizontal machining centers can perform traditional turning operations such as seat pockets, tapered bores, and weld preps in a single setup. Okuma’s Turn Cut Function synchronizes the circular motion of the feed axis with the spindle. This synchronization provides for a turning and contouring capability much like that of a lathe. Utilizing spindle rotation as an interpolated axis in conjunction with the X and Y axes, the Turn Cut function generates simple turned features on the work piece without the need for expensive drive units and light duty attachments.

Through the THINC control, full networking is available to facilitate easy uploading and downloading of part programs. Special programs can be written that perform checks of control switch positions that can virtually eliminate operator error. Okuma has also incorporated abundant graphics to assist the operator with tool offsetting, zero setting, and program prove out. All the benefits of an Okuma control become apparent when you tackle oil field component parts.