This section provides an overview for horizontal milling machinery as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 13 horizontal milling machinery manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked horizontal milling machinery companies as of November, 2024: 1.Ardel Engineering & Manufacturing Co., Inc., 2.DN Solutions, 3.Waldrich Coburg.
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A milling machine is a machine in which a blade called a milling cutter is installed on a spindle and rotated to process an object fixed to the machine.
A milling machine with the spindle mounted in a direction transverse to the ground is called a Horizontal Milling Machinery or Horizontal Type Milling Machine. They can be further classified not only by the direction in which the spindle is mounted but also by differences in operation, such as whether the table is moved or the spindle is moved.
While vertical milling machines are generally used in most cases, horizontal milling machinery is suitable for machining grooves, holes, and cutting, and can perform side machining that is not possible with other milling machines.
Cutting tools attached to the spindle can be roughly classified into bores and shanks as defined by JIS standards, and the type of machining that can be performed on a milling machine can be changed by changing the cutting edge.
Horizontal milling machinery uses flat milling machines, side milling machines, corner milling machines, etc. Flat milling machines are not often used for plane milling because flat milling is not efficient.
Horizontal milling machinery is often used for milling grooves, steps, and sides. Machining can be varied by changing the shape of the uniform cutting edges on both sides.
Square milling cutters have angled cutting edges on the circumference and can machine v-shaped grooves by cutting in two places at the same time.
The shank type is a rod-shaped tool such as an end mill, and the cutting edge on the tip is used to cut a hole or groove.
In a milling machine, the object is fixed to the machine and a blade called a milling cutter is attached to the spindle, which is installed horizontally to the ground, in accordance with the processing.
In machining with a milling machine, the reference is taken to be a surface, and the cutter is brought into slight contact with the object, and the part that has been slightly shaved is set as the zero point, and the entire surface is shaved for machining.
Horizontal milling machinery differs from vertical milling machinery in that it has its spindle facing sideways to the ground to change the direction and transmission of force, and in addition to machining deep holes, which is not possible with vertical milling machinery, only horizontal milling machinery can perform side machining.
Also, with horizontal milling machinery derived from horizontal machining Centers, there are machining centers that can rotate the table 360° under NC control, enabling machining on four sides by rotating the table.
The advantage of the horizontal machining center is that the backside can be machined without removing the workpiece from the table.
Horizontal milling machinery has a feature that chips released during machining do not easily accumulate on the workpiece or fixed jig because the spindle is machined horizontally to the workpiece.
If too many chips accumulate on the workpiece, various disadvantages may occur, such as reduced visibility, scratches on the jig and workpiece, damage to the cutting tool, and the generation of composed cutting edges, which must be cleaned regularly or blown away with a blower.
Horizontal milling machinery is used for applications that require continuous machining for a relatively long period, such as mold carving, taking advantage of its feature that chips do not accumulate easily.
The automatic pallet changing function enables continuous unmanned operation without setup changes.
If you are accustomed to handling a vertical milling machine, it is easy to get confused about the X/Y direction.
Also, due to the horizontal nature of the cutting tool mounting, if a heavy cutting tool with a long holder is mounted, it will deflect under gravity, resulting in a loss of accuracy and rigidity. Therefore, it is necessary to chuck knives with a holder length as short as possible compared to vertical milling machines.
It is also necessary to adjust the coolant direction and pressure, paying attention to the fact that gravity makes it difficult for the coolant jet from the spindle to reach the cutting edge, which is a weakness unique to the horizontal type.
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JTEKT Toyoda Americas Corp., established in 1941, and headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois, USA, is a manufacturer that specializes in producing machine tools and machining centers. Their product range includes CNC cylindrical grinders, horizontal and vertical machining centers, and grinding machines. These products cater to the automotive, aerospace, medical, energy, and general manufacturing sectors. JTEKT Toyoda is devoted to excellence and holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, ensuring precision, and efficiency in machining operations for their customers.
Ardel Engineering & Manufacturing Co., Inc. (AEM) is a contract manufacturer specializing in precision CNC machining, Swiss screw turning, and wire EDM cutting. Founded in 1978 and based in New Hope, Minnesota, the company produces parts and components for use in commercial, medical, defense and industrial applications. The company offers inspection and assembly of components or subassemblies from its ISO 9001:2015 certified and ITAR registered facility. AEM also provides various value-added services to its clients, including design and prototyping assistance, packaging, shipping and inventory management.
Waldrich Coburg, established in 1920 and based in Coburg, Germany, is a manufacturer and supplier of large precision machine tools. The company's product range includes horizontal milling machines such as MultiTec, grinding machines like WayGrind, vertical bridge mills including TAURUS, and vertical turning machines such as ValuTurn, and RailGrind. These products are used in operations that need handling of large workpiece dimensions. The products serve industries like machinery manufacturing, power plants, mechanical engineering, and die and mold making. The company offers services such as machine transfer and relocation, maintenance, and inspections.
TAICNC is a manufacturer of CNC machine tools and is based in Guangdong, China where it was established in 2000. The company designs Small CNC mills, CNC Vertical (VMC machine) and Horizontal (HMC machine) mills, CNC Tapping Centers, CNC Double Column mills, and CNC lathes with each having different applications for cutting tools, boring, milling, complex turning operations, high precision and more. These machines and tools provide solutions for the aerospace, medical, defense, automotive, and other industries.
Yamazaki Mazak Corporation was established in 1919,i Japan as a manufacturer of Advanced Technology Solutions. The company designs Multi-tasking machines, CNC turning centers, Vertical, Double column, and Horizontal machining centers, and CNC laser processing machines, and they also provide systems like FMS (Flexible Manufacturing System), CNC, and CAD/ CAM. It provides solutions for larger workpieces, and high-volume production along with solutions for Small machine footprints and complicated turning. They serve the Automotive, Aerospace, Construction, Medical, and Marine industries.
FERMAT, founded in Slatina, South Moravia in 1990, is a manufacturer of Horizontal Milling and Boring Machines. The company's product portfolio includes Table-Type Boring Mills, Floor-Type Boring Mills, CNC Boring Mills and Custom Boring Solutions. Its products are used to support the precision and efficient machining of large aircraft components, intricate machining of engine blocks and transmission cases, and to facilitate the machining of turbine components and other critical parts related to energy production. The company serves markets, including Medical and Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Consumer Goods, Industrial Manufacturing and Construction and Building.
Chung Sing, founded in Taiwan in 1988 is a manufacturer of boring and milling machines. The company's product portfolio includes Horizontal Boring and Milling Machines, Vertical Boring and Milling Machines, CNC Boring and Milling Machines and Custom Machining Solutions. Their products are used for the machining of critical aircraft components with versatility, machining of engine blocks, cylinder heads, and transmission cases with precision and the machining of turbine components and power generation parts.
Tengzhou Rooy CNC Machine Co., Ltd, a manufacturer with 20 years in the machine tool industry, operates as a provincial hi-tech enterprise with a 200,000m² workshop. Situated in Motse-Tengzhou City, Shandong Province, it enjoys easy access to transportation. The company specializes in CNC machine centers, CNC lathes, radial drilling machines, and conventional milling machines, serving industries like automotive, construction, aviation, and more. Products are exported globally, including Europe, America, Australia, and the Middle East. Tengzhou Rooy CNC Machine prioritizes quality machines and comprehensive after-sales service, aligning with customer needs for satisfaction.
UNO CNC is based in China as a manufacturer of CNC machine tools since it was established in 2000. The company designs and manufactures vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, gantry machining centers, engraving machines, and CNC lathes and it also provides automation product line solutions for different industries and applications. The company implements castings, equipment, and components of high-end brands for better accuracy and to serve mobile phones, computers, TV, and other related industries.
Chin Yuan Hsing Machine Industrial Co Ltd. was established in 1972 in Taiwan as a manufacturer of Industrial Machines. The company designs various milling and grinding machines such as Plano Miller Heavy Duty Double Housing milling machines that are suitable for heavy cutting operations along with Horizontal Milling machines, and CNC Double Column machining centers for large working area requirements for manufacturing large or medium parts. There are also Planar Grinding machines and together they serve the Metalworking, Aerospace, Automotive, and Construction industries.
TECNICOLL SRL, established in 1985 and based in Venegono Superiore, Italy, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in cosmetic manufacturing equipment. The company's product portfolio includes dosing systems, molds for castings, and rotary unloading tables. These products are specifically designed for use in cosmetic manufacturing, supporting various processes such as hot dosing, gluing, and powder pressing. The company provides services, including consulting on how the machines will perform and operate, customization, and offers spare parts to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of its machines over time.
Boygatech, based out of Çorlu, Turkey, is a manufacturer and factory-direct supplier of woodworking machines and equipment. The company specializes in wooden door production machines, including door frame cutting and drilling machines, wooden door hinge and lock hole drilling machines, and CNC router machines. It also offers a range of wrapping machines, painting machines, and packaging machines. The company has proven experience in and offers turnkey wooden door production machines, custom furniture factory machines, and processing line projects.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Ardel Engineering & Manufacturing Co., Inc. |
15.0%
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2 | DN Solutions |
14.0%
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3 | Waldrich Coburg |
10.3%
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4 | JTEKT Toyoda Americas Corp. |
9.3%
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5 | TECNICOLL SRL |
7.5%
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6 | TAICNC |
7.5%
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7 | Mazak |
7.5%
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8 | FERMAT |
7.5%
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9 | Boygatech |
5.6%
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10 | UNO CNC |
4.7%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the horizontal milling machinery 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 (%) |
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United States of America | 4 | 40.0% |
China | 2 | 20.0% |
Japan | 1 | 10.0% |
Czech Republic | 1 | 10.0% |
Taiwan | 1 | 10.0% |
Italy | 1 | 10.0% |