Hillary Machinery supplies CNC machining centers and milling machines for precision machining, production manufacturing and heavy-duty metal cutting. Our lineup includes vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, 5-axis machining centers, bridge mills, horizontal boring mills, drilling and tapping centers and automated machining centers from leading machine tool manufacturers.
CNC machining centers combine computer-controlled milling, drilling, tapping and other cutting operations to manufacture precision components efficiently and repeatably. Hillary Machinery offers CNC machining solutions ranging from compact vertical machining centers to high-production horizontal machines, 5-axis machining centers, bridge mills and heavy-duty horizontal boring mills.
Choosing the right machining center depends on the workpiece, material, required operations, tolerances, production volume and desired level of automation. Hillary Machinery can help evaluate the complete application rather than simply matching a machine to a travel specification.
Vertical machining centers (VMCs) are among the most versatile CNC machine tools for milling, drilling, tapping, boring and contouring. With the spindle positioned vertically above the workpiece, VMCs provide excellent accessibility and flexibility for job shops and production manufacturers machining a wide variety of parts.
Available configurations range from general-purpose CNC vertical mills to high-speed production machines and heavier-duty machining centers for demanding metal-cutting applications.
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Horizontal machining centers (HMCs) position the spindle horizontally and are particularly effective for production machining, multi-sided part processing and applications where chip evacuation and spindle utilization are important.
Many horizontal machining centers incorporate pallet-changing systems that allow parts to be loaded while another workpiece is being machined, helping reduce non-cutting time and increase spindle utilization.
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5-axis CNC machining centers allow cutting tools to approach a workpiece from multiple angles, making it possible to machine complex geometries and multiple part surfaces with fewer setups.
Reducing the number of setups can improve accuracy, shorten manufacturing lead times and reduce the handling required between machining operations. 5-axis machining is commonly used for complex aerospace, medical, energy, mold and die and precision manufacturing applications.
CNC bridge mills provide large work envelopes and rigid machine structures for machining large, heavy or complex components. Double-column and bridge-style construction can provide the stability required for demanding milling, drilling and boring operations on larger workpieces.
Bridge mills are commonly considered for aerospace structures, energy components, molds, dies, large fabrications and other applications where conventional machining-center capacity is insufficient.
Horizontal boring mills are designed for precision machining of large and heavy workpieces that require boring, milling, drilling and related operations. Their configuration provides access to multiple sides of large components while supporting demanding heavy-machining applications.
Hillary Machinery offers horizontal boring mill solutions for manufacturers requiring large work envelopes, substantial workpiece capacity and heavy-duty machining capability.
Drilling and tapping centers are designed for fast machining cycles where drilling, tapping and lighter milling operations make up a significant portion of the manufacturing process.
High spindle speeds, rapid axis movement and fast tool changes can make drill/tap machines particularly productive for smaller components and high-volume manufacturing.
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CNC machining centers can be configured with automation to increase spindle utilization and extend productive hours beyond normal staffed shifts. Automation options can include pallet-changing systems, robotic machine tending and other part-handling technologies.
Automated machining can help manufacturers increase output from existing labor resources and make productive use of breaks, nights and weekends.
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Hillary Machinery offers Hyundai WIA CNC machining centers covering a broad range of production requirements, including vertical, horizontal, 5-axis, drilling and tapping and heavy-duty machining applications.
Machine configurations are available for manufacturers prioritizing high-speed production, heavy cutting, multi-axis capability, automation or large workpiece capacity.
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For toolrooms, prototypes, short-run production and applications requiring flexible operator interaction, Hillary Machinery also offers TRAK CNC milling machines and machining centers.
TRAK machines provide an alternative to production-oriented machining centers for manufacturers that frequently perform one-off, prototype and lower-volume machining work.
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Hillary Machinery also represents Fives Giddings & Lewis solutions for demanding large-part and heavy-duty machining applications. These machine tools are designed for manufacturers requiring substantial workpiece capacity, rigidity and precision.
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The best machining center is determined by much more than X, Y and Z travel. Workpiece geometry, material, spindle requirements, tooling, production volume and the number of operations or setups required should all be considered.
Hillary Machinery can help evaluate factors including:
The terms are often used interchangeably, but a machining center generally refers to a CNC milling machine designed to perform multiple operations using features such as an automatic tool changer. Machining centers can mill, drill, tap, bore and perform other operations within a programmed machining cycle.
Vertical machining centers provide excellent accessibility and flexibility for a broad range of parts. Horizontal machining centers can offer advantages for higher-volume production, multi-sided machining, chip evacuation and applications where pallet changing can increase spindle utilization.
A 5-axis machine should be considered when a part requires machining from multiple angles, contains complex surfaces or would otherwise require numerous setups. Combining operations into fewer setups can improve accuracy and reduce handling and total manufacturing time.
CAT40 spindle tooling is commonly used for general-purpose and higher-speed machining, while CAT50 provides a larger, more rigid tool interface often selected for heavier cutting and larger tooling. The appropriate choice depends on the workpiece, material and required machining operations.
Yes. Depending on the machine and application, machining centers can use pallet systems, robots and other automation to load and unload parts and extend productive machining hours. View Automated Machining Centers .
Yes. Hillary Machinery provides machine-tool support for CNC equipment, including service and application assistance. Request CNC Machine Service .
From vertical and horizontal machining centers to 5-axis machines, bridge mills and horizontal boring mills, Hillary Machinery can help match machine configuration, spindle capability, work envelope and automation to your manufacturing requirements.
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