This section provides an overview for angle heads as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 13 angle head manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked angle head companies as of November, 2024: 1.SOTECH Corp., 2.Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., 3.Parlec, Inc..
Table of Contents
An angle head is an attachment used on machine tools to enable machining from a vertical direction.
The rotational force of the main spindle is transmitted to the cutting tool, and its structure involves the orthogonal arrangement of the rotational axes of the main spindle and the cutting tool. The operating principle involves the incorporation of bearings and bushings internally, through which the rotational force of the main spindle is transmitted to the cutting tool. Primarily used in milling machines and lathes, it is employed in milling machines for the machining of end surfaces and side surfaces, and in lathes for cutting operations on end surfaces and side surfaces, as well as keyway machining.
There are two types of angle heads: threaded and clamping. While threaded types are cost-effective, they pose a risk of detachment or breakage. On the other hand, clamping types have a lower risk of detachment or breakage, allowing for high-precision machining. When using, it is important to ensure secure fixation of the cutting tool, and when aiming for high-precision machining, attention should be given to the use of clamping types.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Sort by Features
Sort by Area
Parlec, Inc., established in 1948 and based in Fairport, New York, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of precision tooling equipment. The company's product range includes micron power milling chucks, ER collet chucks, modular boring components, twin bore roughing systems, and numertap tapping solutions. These products find applications in precision machining, milling, and tapping tasks. They primarily serve industries such as manufacturing, metalworking, aerospace, and automotive. In addition to its products, the company offers services like engineering support, manufacturing, distribution, and after-sales support.
Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., established in 2010 and based in Prospect Heights, USA, is a distributor and supplier of specialized tooling equipment. The company's product range includes live tools, angle heads, multiple spindle tools, Tecnicrafts Swiss Collet and Guide Bushing, and Henninger Spindle Speeders. These products are primarily used for metalworking tasks. The industries they serve include automotive, aerospace, medical, and firearms. In addition, the company provides services such as tooling technology provision, sales representation across North America, and support to OEMs, Machine Tool Dealers, and Industrial Supply Companies.
Shin-Yain Industrial Co., Ltd. was established in 1979 and is based in Taichung, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of precise tool holders and associated accessories for various industries. The company has ISO9001 and ISO14001 certifications and provides workpiece clamping systems, measuring tools for machining centers, angle & boring heads, face milling & end mill cutters, and, brush series along with cutting tools, chip removers, runout adjustable holders, and, shrink fit chucks & machines for construction, automotive, metal working, mining, and machinery manufacturing sectors.
Daishowa Seiki Co. Ltd., established in 1967 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a designer, manufacturer, and supplier of precision tool holders, FA systems, and measuring accessories. The company offers cutting tools, multitasking turning tools, and work position measurement masters. It also offers a range of accessories, including tool clamping stands, machine spindle cleaners, and machine T-slot chip protection equipment. These tools and accessories are used with metal-machining machines and CNC routers. Its services include logistics management and the stocking of 1.5 million items ready to ship around the world.
Benz GmbH Werkzeugsysteme, founded in 1946 and part of the Dürr Group, is a manufacturer based in Haslach im Kinzigtal, German, specializing in machine tooling systems and components. The company offers angle heads, multi-spindle heads, and mechanical high-speed spindles for metalworking. It also provides computer numerical control (CNC) machines and modular quick-change systems for wood processing. With a subsidiary in the United States and service centers in China and India, the company serves international customers in the automotive, electric mobility, and mechanical engineering sectors.
MST Corporation, established in 1937 and headquartered in Nara, Japan, is a machining center tooling and equipment manufacturer. The company offers a range of products, including measurement tools, maintenance tools, and tooling systems for machining centers. It also produces wire EDM fixtures and tools. These products are used for precision machining center cutting, the maintenance of machining tools, and clamping workpieces for wire electrical discharge machining. Its main customers include OSG Corporation,Makino Milling Machine Co. Ltd., and G-Net Corporation.
EuromaGroup SRL, founded in 1979 and headquartered in Calderara di Reno, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, is a developer, manufacturer, and B2B supplier of industrial automation solutions and machine tool accessories for metalworking process manufacturers. The company specializes in the realization of custom clamping fixtures for CNC machining centers and custom manufacturing plant assembly stations. Its products include modular electro-pneumatic CNC quill drilling units, laser welding centers, and a range of accessories that include machining spindles, tapping units, and rotary indexing tables.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
---|---|---|
1 | SOTECH Corp. |
16.7%
|
2 | Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc. |
11.1%
|
3 | Parlec, Inc. |
11.1%
|
4 | Euro Technics, Inc. |
8.3%
|
5 | HOLD WELL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. |
8.3%
|
6 | Eltool Corporation |
8.3%
|
7 | TRANSTECNO SRL |
8.3%
|
8 | EuromaGroup S.r.l. |
8.3%
|
9 | Shin-Yain Industrial Co., Ltd. |
8.3%
|
10 | Alberti Umberto s.r.l. |
5.6%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the angle head page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
---|---|---|
United States of America | 3 | 50.0% |
Taiwan | 1 | 16.7% |
Japan | 1 | 16.7% |
Germany | 1 | 16.7% |