The EMCO Vertical Milling Center is a highly precise CNC machining solution designed for flexible 3-axis and 5-sided machining applications. Combining advanced spindle technology, exceptional thermal stability and modern Siemens or Heidenhain control systems, the machine delivers outstanding machining accuracy, productivity and accessibility for demanding industrial manufacturing environments.
Equipment
The machine is equipped with either a high-performance mechanical spindle or motor spindle alongside an automatic tool changer with 30 tool stations, expandable to 60 positions. The vertical machining centre is available with Siemens or Heidenhain CNC controls and optional EMCONNECT digital process assistant integration with Siemens Sinumerik ONE systems.
Technical Data
Work Area
- Travel in X/Y/Z: 500+50 / 460 / 450 mm
- Distance spindle nose: 175 – 625 mm
- Rapid traverse speeds X/Y/Z: 30 / 30 / 30 m/min
- Work feed X/Y/Z: 15 / 15 / 15 m/min
- Feed force in X/Y/Z: 5000 / 5000 / 5000 N
- Table size: 630 x 500 mm
- Maximum table load: 200 kg
Motor Spindle
- Maximum speed: 50 – 15000 rpm
- Drive power: 20 kW
- Maximum torque: 100 Nm
Mechanical Spindle
- Maximum speed: 50 – 12000 rpm
- Drive power (S6): 15 kW
- Maximum torque (S6): 100 Nm
Tool Changer
- Number of tools: 30 / 60
General Data
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 2630 x 3200 x 2900 mm
- Machine weight: 6500 kg
Highlights
The machine supports efficient 5-sided machining within a single setup and is also available as a dedicated 3-axis version. Its modern moving-column design provides excellent accessibility while maintaining exceptional thermal stability and machining precision.
The massive swivel-rotary table measuring 630 x 500 mm delivers high rigidity and positioning accuracy, while the compact machine footprint maximises workshop efficiency. Advanced Siemens or Heidenhain control systems, optional 15000 rpm water-cooled motor spindle technology and optimised chip removal systems ensure highly productive machining performance.
Swivel-Rotary Table
The swivel-rotary table provides a large clamping area of 630 x 500 mm and supports workpiece loads up to 250 kg. Its optimised design allows machining of workpieces up to 445 x 445 x 290 mm while enabling the spindle to move closer to the table centre for improved machining flexibility.
Travel Range
The B-axis features a wide swivelling range of +/-100°, providing a larger working envelope than many comparable machines. The C-axis allows continuous 360° rotation for flexible multi-sided machining operations.
Direct Drive on the Z Axis
The direct drive system on the Z-axis eliminates play from pulleys and belts, ensuring maximum positioning accuracy, smooth movement and improved machining precision.
Overall Dimensions & Work Space
The machine combines a compact footprint with a spacious and highly accessible machining area suitable for precision milling and multi-sided machining applications.
Workpieces
The machine is designed for machining complex precision components across a wide range of industrial applications.
Typical workpieces include cast steel housings and precision-machined industrial components.
Options & Accessories
Laser Device for Presetting, Breakage Check & Profile Measuring
The optional laser measuring system scans tool edges and automatically transfers measurement values into the tool offset memory for fast and accurate tool setup and monitoring.
Automatic Workpiece Measuring
The optional infrared measuring probe automatically measures workpieces directly within the machine spindle, allowing measuring cycles to transfer data directly into the CNC control system.
Increased Coolant Pressure with Internal Coolant Supply
An optional high-pressure coolant system with 20 bar coolant pressure provides improved cooling performance for spindle and tooling systems. Air cooling is also available as an alternative.
Software & Control
Sinumerik ONE with Operate
The Siemens Sinumerik ONE CNC system combines advanced machining performance with smart manufacturing integration, digital twin technology and highly efficient networking capabilities for modern production environments.
Integrated EMCONNECT functionality allows seamless switching between machine controls and digital production applications while displaying all relevant production data through a full-screen or sidebar interface.
The system delivers exceptional CNC performance, reduced commissioning times through virtual preparation and seamless integration into digital manufacturing workflows using integrated SIMATIC S7-1500F PLC technology.
EMCONNECT – Digital Process Assistant
EMCONNECT provides centralised access to machine data, operating modes and production systems through an intuitive 22-inch multi-touch dashboard interface designed to improve productivity, efficiency and workflow management.
The familiar CNC control environment remains unchanged while operators gain immediate access to machine status information, operating modes and production-relevant data through a touchscreen-optimised interface.
Heidenhain TNC 620
The Heidenhain TNC 620 control system features a 19-inch TFT colour display with advanced 3D graphics and conversational programming capability. The system is particularly suited for milling, high-speed cutting and advanced 5-axis machining applications on machines with up to 6 axes.