Equipped with three turrets and two spindles to deliver increased productivity with high environmental performance.

The Mazak HQR-200/3 NEO is the latest addition to Mazak’s range of high-volume turning centers that offer machine users ‘exceptional levels of productivity, accuracy, efficiency and ultimately, profitability.’

Mazak’s latest technology features a two-spindle and triple-turret construction optimised for high-efficiency turning, milling and drilling in one setup. This advanced configuration allows for simultaneous, balanced cutting on both spindles, reducing cycle times by up to 25 per cent compared with a two-turret machine, the company said.

Built for efficiency, the HQR-200/3 NEO is designed to handle diverse machining needs, ideally suited for medium-to-high batch sizes from aerospace to automotive applications as well as volume subcontracting.

The new model provides powerful turning capabilities with high spindle speeds (up to 5 000rpm) and a dual 22kW spindle that can easily manage complex part requirements. The 6 000rpm milling spindle delivers enhanced performance, supporting everything from end milling to high-speed drilling. The HQR NEO is only 120mm deeper than the two-turret version and offers an increased maximum workpiece size for lower-turret chuck work from Ø212mm to Ø320mm.

Engineered for diverse part applications, the HQR-200/3 NEO integrates seamlessly with various automation solutions, from bar feeders to robotic machine-tending setups, enabling flexible and unattended operations.

The model’s Y-axis long stroke enables precise, balanced machining across complex geometries, maximising productivity while ensuring exceptional accuracy. With a tandem tooling setup, users can benefit from reduced tool changeovers and optimised setup time, ideal for high-volume production needs.

For further details contact Hi-Tech Machine Tools on TEL: 011 608 0088 or visit www.hitech.co.za