Each ORL product has been strategically designed with a compact footprint, requiring only between eight and nine feet of floor space. Additionally, each product utilizes industry-leading FANUC industrial robot arms and grippers which can hold a payload of up to 25 pounds.

OSP-P500

The OSP-P500 is fully equipped with Digital Twin Technology, a technology that enables high-precision machining simulations to be created on a computer, while also providing real-time data feedback loops from the operational machine tool to the simulating computer. This feature allows operators to utilize real-time data to mirror exact machine…

ECO Suite Plus

ECO suite plus builds upon the prior technology releases by providing management and control of specific machine operations and peripheral devices during the machining process and in idle mode. Both the Thermo-Friendly Concept and ECO technologies are powered by Okuma’s proprietary OSP control, a Windows-based, open-architecture platform which…

GENOS M560V-5AX Machining Center

The GENOS M560V-5AX is built with a double-column machine design, affording it maximum structural integrity. The machine offers an impressive working envelope with a 500mm table and wide axis travels (X: 1,050 mm, Y: 560 mm, Z: 460 mm), while still maintaining a compact footprint of 2,515 mm x 3,750 mm. Further optimizing the machine’s design, the…

MA-600HIII Horizontal Machining Center

The Okuma MA-600HIII features an enhanced coolant management system, ball screw cooling for the X, Y and Z axes, an upgraded workspace design to prevent chip accumulation, and improved chip evacuation functionality. This level of innovation maximizes uptime and allows for long periods of continuous machine operation.

MCR-BV Machining Center

Designed as a machine for 5-face machining applications, the MCR-BV is also capable of 5-axis contouring as well as 5-sided heavy milling applications. These heavy-duty applications are made possible through features such as a powerful integral motor and spindle, an expanded work envelope, and a very rigid table which is 30% thicker than previous…

Advanced One Touch-Interactive Graphics Function (AOT-IGF)

With AOT onboard, a highly-intuitive graphical user interface provides step-by-step instructions that guide operators through the process of selecting material type, tooling, processes, and cutting motions for the desired part design. From there, the system then simulates the cutting process in a 3D graphical view before exporting the NC (numeric…

Virtual, Global Showroom

Visitors can experience Okuma’s showroom at their convenience with a self-guided tour. A helpful navigational guide allows visitors to explore various areas of the showroom which include machines, technologies, service programs, podcasts, partner highlights, machine specials, and an overview of Okuma’s industry-leading distribution network. More…

MCR-S Double Column Machining Center

Okuma’s MCR-S roughs and finishes press dies in one setup and is designed for heavy duty machining of process-intensive press dies. It features full 5-face and 5-axis machining and is excellent for die repair work. The MCR-S accommodates a wide range of stamping die requirements making it an ideal fit for the automotive and aerospace industries.…

New Standard Warranty Programs for Machine Tool Purchases

Okuma America Corp. announces new standard warranty programs for new machine tool purchases. The new, standard warranty includes coverage for all Okuma core and high tech products, as well as OSP and FANUC controls.

5-axis GENOS M460V-5AX VMC

The 5-axis GENOS M460V-5AX VMC from Okuma America Corp. features solidly built double-column construction, a high-speed spindle and intelligent technologies.

MU-8000V LASER EX Hybrid Machine

The MU-8000V LASER EX from Okuma America Corp. enhances production by combining the latest laser additive technology with subtractive machining capabilities. This multitasking CNC machine implements laser metal deposition (LMD) technology with the ability to cut unique parts of many different sizes and shapes.

MU-8000V-L Vertical Machining Center

Okuma’s MU-8000V-L vertical machining center is suitable for 5-axis multiple-sided machining. This VMC features standard ballscrew cooling and a rigid left-right, mobile trunnion table that supports high precision and high cutting power.

GI-10NII CNC Grinder

Okuma says its GI-10NII CNC grinder is now equipped with the OSP-P300G open-architecture control and features extremely rigid, high-speed grinding wheel spindles that produce high-performance production in automated environments. Capable of simultaneous 2-axis control, this model is flexible in handling a variety of workpiece shapes in a simple…

MB-4000H Horizontal Machining Center

Okuma says its MB-4000H is a high-speed, thermally stable horizontal machining center that offers quick acceleration, fast tool changes and high power to maximize moldmaking productivity within a minimal footprint. This machine can be equipped with space-saving, large-capacity, automatic toolchangers and flexible manufacturing systems to increase…

GENOS M560-V Vertical Machining Center

The new GENOS M560-V vertical machining center from Okuma America Corp. combines a new high column design and CAT 40 BIG-PLUS spindle to cut large, complex parts. The large work envelope minimizes restrictions on workpieces, tool lengths and the rotary table.

V920EX One-Saddle, Vertical Lathe

Okuma’s new V920EX one-saddle, vertical lathe features a powerful turning spindle and a large work envelope, making it ideal for cutting a variety of large, heavy parts. The V920EX boasts a work envelope with a maximum turning diameter of 36.22" and 33.86" of swing over the saddle enabling it to accommodate large, odd–shaped workpieces.

GENOS L3000-M One-Saddle Lathe

Okuma says its new GENOS L3000-M one-saddle lathe is strong, fast and ideal for cutting a range of exotic materials with ease. The integral spindle motor provides increased machining capacity and rigid guideways handle powerful cutting capabilities.

LB3000 EX-II 1-Saddle Lathe

The LB3000 EX-II is Okuma’s premier 1-saddle lathe. It’s available with milling function and Y-axis capabilities and features an optional extended bed length that is 30 percent longer on the L, M and MY models.

MA-12500HW Horizontal Machining Center

The hallmark of the MA-12500HW from Okuma America Corp. MA-12500HW is its ability to provide a good balance of speed and cutting power for machining difficult-to-machine materials, cast iron and aluminum alloys. This makes it well suited for large part aerospace machining. The W-axis allows for a longer tool stroke to machine complex, difficult to…

LU3000 EX-M Turning Center

Okuma says its new LU3000 EX-M turning center is known for excellence in manufacturing precision parts in high production environments and is designed for reliability, longevity and maximized up-time. The LU3000 EX-M is built as an integrated production system with one goal in mind: to provide the customer with a machine that makes precision parts…

MU-5000V Vertical Machining Center

Okuma’s MU-5000V vertical machining center is for 5-axis multiple-sided machining. Standard ballscrew cooling and a rigid left-right, mobile trunnion table support high precision and heavy-duty cutting power in a compact footprint.

GA26W High-Speed Grinder

Okuma’s new GA26W high speed, compact grinder is now equipped with the intelligent OSP-P300G CNC. Okuma’s open architecture OSP-P control runs on a Windows-based platform and fully integrates the machine, motors, drives and encoders, allowing for enhanced machine performance and true customization to suit particular machining needs.

VTM-1200YB Multitasking CNC Turning Center

Okuma‘s VTM-1200YB multitasking CNC turning center is built to handle heavy-duty turning and cutting of large parts. The massive construction, extreme rigidity and powerful cutting capabilities of this machine make it ideal for machining large diameter workpieces, such as those in the aerospace and energy industries, according to the company.

MULTUS U Series Multitask CNC Lathes

Okuma’s MULTUS U series general-purpose multitask CNC lathes are designed to reduce setup time, improve accuracy and keep noncutting time to a minimum. Built with Okuma’s heavy-duty construction, the MULTUS U series lathes provide a sturdy platform for long-term rigidity and accuracy.

MU-4000V vertical machining center

Okuma America, Charlotte, N.C., recently introduced the MU-4000V, a 5-axis vertical machining center said to be ideal for 5-axis multi-sided machining within the aerospace and die/mold industries. The MU-4000V reportedly offers high-speed, process intensive machining combined with turning and 5-axis multitasking machining.

MILLAC VII Series machining centers

The MILLAC VII Series of vertical machining centers from Okuma America Corp., Charlotte, N.C., represents the pinnacle of large VMCs with high rigidity, heavy cutting ability and high operability, according to a Jan. 29 company news release. The VMC series is said to feature a strong base column construction with optimally placed ribs to counter…

OSP Suite

Okuma America Corp. introduces OSP Suite, an open architecture CNC control system that combines Intelligent Technologies with various software applications to improve cycle and lead times while simultaneously achieving optimal machine conditions.

ServoNavi

Okuma America Corp. introduces ServoNavi, which improves cycle times and accuracy when machining heavy parts.

GPW/GAW Grinding Machine

Okuma's GPW/GAW grinder series is now equipped with the intelligent OSP-P300G CNC.

Sandvik Coromant Machining Calculator App

Okuma machine tool apps put the power of improving part quality, reducing costs and increasing profitability in your hands.

Industry Parts Viewer

Okuma America Corp. announced the launch of their interactive "Industry Parts Viewer" that provides users with a unique view of industry-specific assemblies and parts.

RobotStudio App

ABB's new RobotStudio app in the Okuma App Store incorporates the IRC5 robot controller software increasing profitability by allowing users to schedule robot tasks such as training, programming and optimization offline without causing any downtime in production.

HJ-400 Horizontal CNC Lathe

Okuma introduces its new HJ-400 horizontal CNC lathe.

MU-8000V Vertical Machining Center

Okuma's new MU-8000V vertical machining center is excellent for 5-axis multi-sided machining.

MU-6300V Vertical Machining Center

Okuma's MU-6300V vertical machining center is reportedly excellent for 5-axis multi-sided machining and well suited for the aerospace and die/mold industries.

GI-10NII Grinding Machine

Okuma's GI-10NII is equipped with extremely rigid, high-speed grinding wheel spindles that produce high-performance production in automated environments.

HJ-250E Horizontal CNC Lathe

Okuma introduces its new HJ-250E horizontal CNC lathe.

19" Display Monitor for Multitask Machines

A large, 19" user-friendly display monitor is now standard on Okuma's MULTUS U3000/U4000 and the MU-6300V multitasking machines.

MILLAC 852V II Vertical Machine Center

Okuma's new MILLAC 852V II vertical machining center, represents the pinnacle of large machining centers with high rigidity, heavy cutting ability and high operability.

LU4000 EX CNC Lathe

Okuma has introduced its new LU4000 EX CNC lathe, which utilizes two turrets.

V760EX Vertical Lathe

Okuma has introduced its new V760EX vertical lathe, an update to the popular V60R model.

MA-12500H Horizontal Machining Center

Okuma's MA-12500H horizontal machining center provides a good balance of speed and cutting power for machining of aluminum alloys, cast iron and difficult-to-machine materials.

VTM-2000YB Multitask Turning Center

Okuma America Corp. has introduced its VTM-2000YB multitasking CNC turning center, which provides heavy-duty construction for large parts machining.

MULTUS U Series Multitask CNC Lathes

Okuma America Corp. announces its new MULTUS U Series general-purpose multitasking CNC lathes, which are designed to reduce setup time, improve accuracy and keep non-cutting time to a minimum.

Okuma OSP Virus Protection System

Okuma America Corp. offers OSP Virus Protection System (OSP-VPS) that embeds a virus scanning application programming interface (VSAPI) from Trend Micro for Okuma OSP-P controls (OSP-P300/P200A/P200/P20) to prevent infection by viruses from networks or USB flash drives.

Scheduled Maintenance Reminder App

Okuma America Corp. has released a new app that displays scheduled maintenance and inspection reminders.

5-Axis Auto Tuning

Okuma America Corp. introduces the 5-axis Auto-Tuning System, which replaces the manual tuning process typically used to maintain motion accuracy in the CNC machining process.

Turn-Cut Function

Okuma America Corp. introduces its Turn-Cut function, which allows for processing work on horizontal machining centers without the need to use secondary machinery for a turning application.

MCR-A5CII Double-Column Machining Center

Okuma America Corp. unveils its newest double-column machining center, the MCR-A5CII.

All-Okuma Wheel Cell

Okuma America Corp. announced the launch of the new All-Okuma wheel cell.

LT-3000EX Lathe

Okuma America Corp. introduced the new LT-3000EX CNC lathe. The LT-3000EX is now the largest in Okuma's LT-EX series of horizontal lathe machines.

Automated Modular Pallet System

Okuma America Corp. has introduced a new line of linear pallet systems to complement their expansive selection of horizontal machining centers.

MU-Series

The Okuma MU-Series brings abundant power to the 5-axis design.

LT-2000EX-MY Horizontal Lathe

With its left and right spindles and upper and lower turrets, Okuma America Corp. reports that the LT-2000EX-MY horizontal lathe enables complete production on a single machine.

M460-VE

Okuma America Corp. says its new M460-VE vertical machining center marries value with high-performance machining technology.

Industry News

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Racing teams win with the right tools

Don Schumacher Motorsports (DSM) is one of the country’s most successful motorsports companies, both on and off the track. Tooling from Sandvik Coromant helped the company achieve some impressive goals.

Innovative 'fir tree cutter' tool

The tool’s shape is a dead giveaway. The tooling, which resembles a Christmas tree, is often used for finishing blade root grooves and blade roots of turbines, is alternatively known as a fir-tree design, or a pine-tree, or now, a Pagode Tree Cutter developed by cutting tool solutions provider EMUGE-FRANKEN.

Significant events and trends in manufacturing for this year and beyond

No one can predict the future of manufacturing, but those who supply tooling, software or equipment are closer to the ins and outs of the manufacturing industry than most. This gives them an almost prescient ability to forecast what’s coming down the pipe, offer recommendations on what manufacturers need to be successful in these turbulent times…

Estes earns AS9100D Certification for the aerospace, space and defense industries

Estes Design and Manufacturing of Indianapolis has received its AS9100D certification for its quality management system governing the design, manufacture and assembly of fabricated sheet metal products.

Articles

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Turning Plus

Author: William Leventon

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Hybrid machining demos

View video presentations by ModuleWorks and Open Mind Technologies USA to learn more about hybrid manufacturing. The videos are presented here as a video supplement to the hybrid machining article in the October 2020 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.

Outpace the Competition with Okuma Automation Solutions

Searching for skilled labor and ways to increase overall efficiency and productivity has just gotten much easier with Okuma’s automation solutions.

Meet the Okuma V920EX Vertical Lathe

The Okuma V920EX vertical lathe increases productivity by providing stable machining of thin and odd-shaped workpieces

Automation-Friendly Solutions You Must Have to Thrive

Adding automation to your operation isn’t always about making extraordinary changes

The New Standard in 5-Axis Machining

Take a look inside Okuma's GENOS M460V-5AX with Errol Burrell, machining center product specialist. Now with an increased capacity for 48 tools, this customer favorite just became even more appealing.

Okuma showcases new standard in 5-axis machining

Take a look at the GENOS M460V-5AX with one of Okuma’s machining center product specialists. This 5-axis vertical machining center is specifically designed to manufacture high-precision parts.

Chris Bathgate: Machinist Sculptor

As a special guest presenter at Okuma America's recent annual winter showcase, Baltimore native Chris Bathgate illustrated the commonalities between manufacturing and art as he shared a wide range of insights gleaned from his journey as a machinist sculptor.

Connect, Cut, Automate, Win

While the MU-S600V’s compact footprint can be misleading, this flexible, 55-inch, 5-axis vertical machining center will have a dramatic impact on your overall productivity.

Turning Impossible into Possible

The Okuma V920EX lets you explore new levels of cutting, especially on unique part designs.

Meet the new Okuma GENOS M460V-5AX

The purposefully affordable GENOS M460V-5AX is a full simultaneous 5-axis machine specifically designed for high-precision manufacturing from the most demanding materials.

Meet the ultimate manufacturing problem-solver

Traditional metal cutting will always have its place. But to compete in today’s market, the ability to perform multiple jobs simultaneously isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity.

Okuma demos 3D manual feed function

Okuma America Corp. demonstrates the 3D manual feed function with the OSP-P300M control in a video posted to the company's YouTube channel on Jan. 10. The video presents a 3D manual operation that reportedly allows the user to follow the tool axis direction with the rotary axes. The function, which allows the user to "jog" and…

Hand scraping

While many call hand scraping a lost art, Okuma begs to differ, the company report in a July 2013 video. "While it might be rare to find a craftsman skilled enough to hand scrape effectively, we never lost the art simply because we’ve always understood how critical hand scraping is to maintaining machining accuracy," according to the…

Okuma rounds up an Ohio machine shop

Check out this video report from Okuma to learn more about how the Ohio shop now is speeding up production by bringing in new Okuma machines.

People & Companies

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Okuma names new coordinator for Houston Tech Center

Okuma America Corp., Charlotte, N.C., recently named Ted Winkle as coordinator of the company's Houston Tech Center (HTC). Winkle will oversee management of all HTC activities as well as support sales and Okuma's distribution partner Hartwig.

Okuma America Corp. welcomes Praemo to Partners in THINC

Okuma America Corp., Charlotte, N.C., a manufacturer of CNC machine tools, welcomed Kitchener, Canada-based Praemo, which is in applied industrial internet of things and artificial intelligence, to Partners in THINC.

Okuma America Corp. completes smart factory

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Okuma America Corporation, a builder of CNC machine tools, announces the completion of the company’s newest production facility Dream Site 3 (DS3) located in in Kani, Japan.

Okuma partners with community college on training academy

The 53,000 sq. ft. center was built specifically for industrial machine tool training and supports flexible machine layouts and configurations.

Okuma America names Gosiger distributor of the year

The leadership team of Okuma America Corp., a Charlotte-based builder of CNC machine tools, controls and automation systems, nameD Gosiger as its 2020 Okuma Distributor of the Year.

Emuge-Franken USA partners with Okuma

Emuge-Franken USA, a manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, end mills, drills and other rotary tools, has partnered with Okuma America Corp., joining the Partners in Technology program, founded by Okuma.

Okuma expands application engineering team

Okuma America Corp., a CNC machine tool manufacturer based in Charlotte, N.C., this month added three new members to its applications engineering team: Brad Fitzpatrick, Jeff Hampton and Lee Johnston, according to a company news release issued Jan. 13.

Open Mind Technologies AG partners with Okuma America Corp.

NEEDHAM, MA U.S.A. (August 13, 2018) – OPEN MIND Technologies AG , a developer of CAD/CAM software solutions worldwide, has announced it has recently partnered with Okuma America Corporation, joining the Partners in THINC collaboration, founded by Okuma.

Goellner joins Okuma's Thinc network

Goellner and its subsidiaries bring an extensive product portfolio to the network.

Okuma America welcomes PDQ Workholding to Thinc network

The manufacturer of custom cutting tools joins more than 40 companies participating in the Thinc network.

Okuma America and Morris Group open technical center

Okuma and Morris Group opened a technical center and showroom in Elgin, Illinois.

Okuma America names new VP of engineering

Okuma America Corporation, a global manufacturer of CNC machine tools, controls and automation systems, has appointed Wade Anderson to the position of Vice President of Engineering & Factory Automation Division for the Americas.

Okuma adds two new industry experts

Okuma America Corp., Charlotte, N.C., recently added two industry experts to its Sales and Product Specialist Teams. With more than 50 years of combined experience in the CNC machine tool industry, Brian Sides and Tom O'Toole will be responsible for supporting regional sales teams and Okuma distribution partners.

Okuma America Corp. hires Summer Cline

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 6, 2018) – Okuma America Corporation, a builder of CNC machine tools, announces that Summer Cline has joined the company as Vice President of Finance.

Okuma and Richard Childress Racing celebrate 20-year partnership

Initially, RCR purchased five Okuma machines. Today, it operates 19 Okuma machines, 2 of which are original machines from the initial 2001 installation.

Okuma names vice president of operations

Mike Vassil has been named vice president of operations at Okuma America Corp. in Charlotte, North Carolina.

CGTech demonstrates software advancements at IMTS

At the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2022, CGTech demonstrated its simulation software Vericut 9.3, which the company says boasts enhancements and new features to the core software to create smarter, more efficient manufacturing processes.

Okuma America makes several high-level appointments

Okuma America Corp., has named new personnel appointments to "direct and support" the company's strategic growth initiatives in the Americas.