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  • WFL Millturn Technologies GmbH&Co.KG is the leading supplier in the field of complete machining.

    WFL is the only manufacturer worldwide that focuses exclusively on the production of multifunctional turning-boring-milling centers. Today, in many high tech companies, the trade name MILLTURN stands for the central machine tool for the production of complex components with highest precision. Both the modular structure of the MILLTURN’s and the tailor-made special solutions guarantee the perfect solution for complex manufacturing tasks.
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  • MILLTURN

    • All machining technologies together in one machine

      Combining all machining and measuring operations into a single MILLTURN complete machining centre from WFL massively increases the efficiency of your manufacturing. The unique MILLTURNTM machine concept and turning-boring-milling unit with gearbox guarantees unparalleled chipping performance with the highest level of precision. An investment that pays dividends very quickly.

      Find the right MILLTURN for your application:

      WFL currently has over 20 different MILLTURN models available: With turning lengths from 1000 to 14000 mm and turning diameters from 520 to 2000 mm, an extensive range of workpieces can be machined completely. Almost all MILLTURN models are also available as counter spindle variants (with the identification – G).

      MILLTURN STANDS FOR:

      • Wide range of machining technologies
      • Highest level of productivity
      • Highest stability and precision
      • Highest flexibility in manufacturing


        • M20, M20-G MILLTURN

        • Smart Machining
          The M20 MILLTURN is the latest addition to the MILLTURN range and the ideal solution for users who are looking for a powerful complete machining centre. Special features include the high stability of the machine as well as a holistic motor spindle concept, which encompasses practically every machining technology. Decades of expertise in complete machining have gone into the development of a completely new machine. Both the design and the technology are highly advanced. The range of applications covered by the M20 is almost infinite. The machine is capable of carrying out demanding and complex machining tasks found in the aviation, automotive, engineering and plastics industries. Thanks to its extreme flexibility, the machine is also ideal for contract manufacturers.

        • M30, M30-G MILLTURN

        • The little one for everything
          The multifunctional turning-boring-milling centers M30/M35 and M30-G/M35-G allow complete machining of complex shafts and chuck parts with a swing of up to 520mm and machining lengths of up to 2000mm. It can thus function as a lathe, a 5-axes machining centre and if needed as a gear-cutting or deep-hole drilling machine.

        • M35, M35-G MILLTURN

        • The little one for everything
          The multifunctional turning-boring-milling centers M30/M35 and M30-G/M35-G allow complete machining of complex shafts and chuck parts with a swing of up to 520mm and machining lengths of up to 2000mm. It can thus function as a lathe, a 5-axes machining centre and if needed as a gear-cutting or deep-hole drilling machine.

        • M40, M40-G MILLTURN

        • The genius of productivity
          With the M40, M40-G, M40X and M40X-G MILLTURN series, WFL Millturn Technologies is presenting a new generation of multifunctional turning-boring-milling centres for one-hit machining of complex chuck and shaft parts up to 520 mm swing over bed. Beside superior output and torque values of the spindle drives, the imposing feed forces in all axes make for superb dynamics and maximum productivity.

        • M40X, M40X-G MILLTURN

        • The genius of productivity
          With the M40, M40-G, M40X and M40X-G MILLTURN series, WFL Millturn Technologies is presenting a new generation of multifunctional turning-boring-milling centres for one-hit machining of complex chuck and shaft parts up to 520 mm swing over bed. Beside superior output and torque values of the spindle drives, the imposing feed forces in all axes make for superb dynamics and maximum productivity.

        • M50, M50-G MILLTURN

        • The power pack
          With the M50 and M50-G MILLTURN series, WFL Millturn Technologies is presenting a new generation of multifunctional turning-boring-milling centres for one-hit machining of complex chuck and shaft parts up to 670 mm swing over bed. Turning, milling, drilling, hobbing, shaping, gun drilling as well as ID machining can be performed under any angle of the tool. The interpolation of up to 5 axes makes machining of any geometrical profile possible.

        • M60, M60-G, M65 MILLTURN

        • The multifunctional miracle
          Anyone who wishes to stay ahead in the market must react quickly and in a flexible manner to their customers’ requirements. The components that customers require are becoming increasingly complex and therefore more demanding to manufacture. By combining all of the manufacturing steps in a multifunctional MILLTURN turning-boring-milling centre, the requirements of both current and future manufacturing jobs can be fulfilled with the highest level of precision. The possibility of freely interpolating the NC axes B, C, X, Y and Z offers the user an incomparable range of technologies. Complete machining without manual intervention, by means of turning, drilling, milling, deep hole drilling, internal and external gear cutting, turn-milling, circular milling and automatic workpiece measurement to enable compliance with the tightest of tolerances. Compensation of thermal influences is also provided for. Any geometric profile can be efficiently machined with the maximum level of precision. There are absolutely no limits when it comes to workpiece complexity. Its multifunctionality is simply ingenious.

        • M80, M80-G MILLTURN

        • The all-rounder
          An essential feature of the M80 MILLTURN is the enormous variety of configurations possible out of the modular machine concept together with the best size for the individual machine configurations. The machine concept is based on minimized distances of tool and workpiece to the bed and widest possible guideway distances resulting in an optimum situation for rigidity and ideal geometries. All center distances (except 1000 mm) are also available in a counter spindle version and for a further productivity enhancement an additional tool turret can be offered. Due to the innovative machine design the bottom guideways do not require any telescopic covers. Just straight stainless steel sheet metal makes perfect chip flow. The new tool magazine is accessible from the front of the machine and is a compact, stable and truly maintenance-free unit. A highly dynamic tool changer with rack and pinion drive is equipped with linear axes thus avoiding any centrifugal forces caused by rotation so even tools with 35 kg in weight are handled safely and quickly.

        • M80X, M80X-G MILLTURN

        • The all-rounder
          An essential feature of the M80 MILLTURN is the enormous variety of configurations possible out of the modular machine concept together with the best size for the individual machine configurations. The machine concept is based on minimized distances of tool and workpiece to the bed and widest possible guideway distances resulting in an optimum situation for rigidity and ideal geometries. All center distances (except 1000 mm) are also available in a counter spindle version and for a further productivity enhancement an additional tool turret can be offered. Due to the innovative machine design the bottom guideways do not require any telescopic covers. Just straight stainless steel sheet metal makes perfect chip flow. The new tool magazine is accessible from the front of the machine and is a compact, stable and truly maintenance-free unit. A highly dynamic tool changer with rack and pinion drive is equipped with linear axes thus avoiding any centrifugal forces caused by rotation so even tools with 35 kg in weight are handled safely and quickly.

        • M85, M85-G MILLTURN-G

        • The all-rounder
          An essential feature of the M80 MILLTURN is the enormous variety of configurations possible out of the modular machine concept together with the best size for the individual machine configurations. The machine concept is based on minimized distances of tool and workpiece to the bed and widest possible guideway distances resulting in an optimum situation for rigidity and ideal geometries. All center distances (except 1000 mm) are also available in a counter spindle version and for a further productivity enhancement an additional tool turret can be offered. Due to the innovative machine design the bottom guideways do not require any telescopic covers. Just straight stainless steel sheet metal makes perfect chip flow. The new tool magazine is accessible from the front of the machine and is a compact, stable and truly maintenance-free unit. A highly dynamic tool changer with rack and pinion drive is equipped with linear axes thus avoiding any centrifugal forces caused by rotation so even tools with 35 kg in weight are handled safely and quickly.

        • M175 MILLTURN

        • The new dimension
          Bigger, stronger, faster - with the latest M-series product - the M175 MILLTURN - WFL is launching a new giant of complete machining. This contains significant innovations, ensures the highest precision and an advantageous versatility for customer requirements. The new turning-boring-milling unit offers a max. swing diameter of 1750mm and can accommodate up to 15.000kg heavy workpieces very stable due to the new, large-sized bed guideway for steady rest and tailstock. The turning-boring-milling unit has an X-axis travel of 162mm and a Y-axis travel of 1100mm and can therefore be used uncompromisingly and universally, e.g. for deep radial machining. Due to the large volume box structure of the turning-boring-milling unit cross slide with a very wide bed guide base and multiple arrangement of ground gliding guideways in the X- and Z-axis, the tool carrier system has a particularly high stability. This massive and powerful construction is combined with proven main and milling spindle systems, whose 113kW and 58kW drives are extremely reliable in their performance.

        • M200 MILLTURN

        • The giant
          Designed by the Austrian high tech company WFL Millturn Technologies, the M200 MILLTURN is a first-class multifunctional turning-boring-milling center. Complete machining enters a whole new dimension with this revolutionary machine-tool generation. Established MILLTURN-assemblies were combined with a new machine bed concept in order to create an uncompromising turning-boring-milling center for complete machining of large work pieces. Different headstock and tailstock versions cover operations ranging from the production of aerospace components with large swing diameters to the production of large and heavy chuck or shaft parts.

      • Turning machines for the highest demands

        • Based on the MILLTURN machine concept, WFL builds inclined bed turning machines for the highest level of stability and functionality.

          The T-Series
          The models T40 to T150 are inclined-bed turning centers with one or more tool turrets (available with driven tools and C-axis) for heavy machining as well as for high-precision machining of shaft and chuck parts.

          The benefits are clear:
          • Easy and reliable mechanical engineering
          • Highest stability and precision
          • 2-/4-axis turning
          • Entirely closed working area

          The TB-Series
          The models of the TB-series are the perfect solution for complex turned parts as well as for turned parts that needs a high number of tools. The TB40 to TB150 allows the high-precision machining of shaft and chuck parts up to 1500mm diameter and up to 8000mm workpiece length.

          Special challenges call for special solutions: WFL turning machines in the TB series are equipped with Y- and B-axes, as well as external large-capacity tool magazine and an automatic tool changer. The optional prismatic tool system enables automated use of especially long and heavy tools: The options for challenging machining are therefore massively increased.

          The benefits are clear:
          • Tools with a high level of wear require a high stock of tools
          • Ideally, complex turning contours could be milled smoothly with a (standard) tool using a B-axis
          • Thanks to a generous Y-axis, precise diameters can be measured exactly during the machining process
          • Due to the inclined bed concept and the fully enclosed working area, pre-machining using highly productive chipping rates can be carried out cleanly

            • Software solutions

              • The suitable software solution for each and every machining task

                In addition to the Millturn turning-boring-milling centers, WFL offers software products for easy programming of complex machining tasks, for 3D-simulation and effective collision prevention.

                Everything from a single source

                WFL is using its decades of experience to offer well-engineered software solutions relating to the manufacturing process with a MILLTURN complete machining centre. The programming editor Millturn PRO, the simulation software CrashGuard Studio and the collision prevention software CrashGuard are perfectly suited to the requirements of complete machining. An unbeatable comprehensive package for cost-efficient and reliable production is being offered, together with the excellent detailed solutions for process reliability, ease of use and connectivity.

                The benefits of the WFL software solutions

                • Perfectly attuned to the MILLTURN software of WFL (Millturn PRO, CrashGuard Studio and CrashGuard)
                • Comfortable programming on the PC and on the machine control
                • Extensive range of standard and special technologies
                • Considerable reduction in programming effort with WFL technology cycles
                • Well-engineered solutions for process optimisation and maximisation of process safety
                • Considerable reduction in tool costs thanks to advanced tool management
                • Future-ready due to the best connectivity

                  • CRASHGUARD

                  • Real-time collision prevention
                    The patented CrashGuard collision prevention system is a real-time software extension of the CNC control system. Based on an internal 3D-model of the machine, it prevents collisions between machine components both in automatic and manual operation.

                  • CRASHGUARD STUDIO & MILLTURN PRO

                  • Offline simulation & programming
                    The realistic 3D simulation software CrashGuard Studio is the ideal tool for testing and optimising CNC programs after they have been created or modified.

                    This can be done either on an external workstation or directly on the machine control unit. Thanks to the optimisation of the entire processing sequence and an error correction at an early stage, the risks of collisions and of producing scrap parts as well as unproductive run-in and down times are now a thing of the past.

                  • CONNECTIVITY

                  • Ready for Industry 4.0
                    A MILLTURN makes it possible to transfer NC programs, technological data, measuring protocols, tool data and machine and process parameters via ethernet - therefore the machine is very well prepared for incorporation into networked production and for future requirements.

                    Software solutions
                    • Remote diagnostic system (teleservice)
                    • Tool messenger
                    • Tool locator
                    • WFL operational data acquisition system
                    • Connection to automation systems (e.g. robot or loader systems)
                    • Printer connection
                    • Workpiece counter
                    • Energy-saving mode (component of WFL Greenside Technologies)

                  • PROCESS MONITORING

                  • Focus on improvement in efficiency
                    The system for collision and tool breakage monitoring developed by WFL Millturn Technologies GmbH & Co. KG records basically all cutting force components that may arise, via separate input channels. This principle helps to supervise, in a very comprehensive way, all loads occurring in the machine. Overloads in one or several axes, caused for example by a tool breakage, can thus be recognised with relative accuracy.

                  • FLANX I CRANX

                  • Programming made easy
                    The technology cycles of WFL cover an extremely broad range of standard and special technologies for all conceivable cases of application. These program modules, which only require the input of parameters, make it possible to carry out efficient programming directly on the machine control or on a PC. The program can therefore be created for both complex and simple workpieces within the shortest period of time.

                • Machining technologies

                  • Thanks to decades of experience in the field WFL is known as the leading technology provider in complete machining. Thousands of machining problems solved evidence its unbeatable competence and the significant technological superiority.

                    WFL develops tailor-made technologies and cycles to satisfy specific customer requirements. Any machining technology can be performed on a Millturn – from deep-hole drilling to gearing.

                      • TURNING

                      • No need for a series of different turning tools because one turning tool can be used in a variety of different angles and the cutting blade can be inverted for clockwise and counter-clockwise machining operations. Machining time can be reduced by up to 50 % by using two cutters at the same time (4-axes-turning).

                      • BORING

                      • Machining with coolant supply through the tool, regardless if the tool is in a radial, axial or an inclined position. No need for clamping workpieces into various machines and thereby losing accuracy. Thanks to very high feed forces and high power, drills with large diameter can be used with optimum performance even at low speed.

                      • MILLING

                      • Milling of flats and slots is possible in all angles. Thanks to the interpolation of up to 5 axes, the geometric shape of workpieces is practically unlimited. The Y-axis with its own collumn allows the use of disc cutters with large diameters without danger of collisions.

                      • ID MACHINING TOOL

                      • A prismatic tool accomodation allows the automatic use of heavy ID-machining tools such as boring bars, solid drilling tools or rotating deep hole boring tools with internal coolant supply. Vibration damped boring bars can be used up to a dia. – length ratio of 1:14.

                        • Powerful - for maximum power transmission
                        • Reliable - for maximum cutting volume
                        • Flexible & agile - for machining of hard to access area of the workpiece
                        • Intelligent - equipped with sensors to protect workpiece, tool and machine

                      • Flanx - WFL gearing solutions

                      • High quality standards, profile accuracy and ma­chining solutions that offer both reliability and flex­ibility are features that are critical when manufac­turing gears.

                        This has led WFL to develop new technologies. Cutting gears on MILLTURN complete machining centres is the answer and offers the perfect capa­bilities for your project.

                        ADVANTAGES

                        • No specialized machine required
                        • Manufacture using standard milling tools
                        • Large gear teeth can be cut on proportionally smaller machines
                        • Manufacture of gear teeth with limited space at the heel and toe (low milling run-out)
                        • Both hard and soft machining possible

                      • GRINDING AND FINE MACHINING

                      • Several procedures like grinding, lapping, roller-burnishing and polishing can be used for surface improvement. Tools can be mounted directly onto the milling spindle.

                      • SPECIAL TOOL HEADS

                      • Angled tool heads and high speed tools can be stored in the tool magazine and changed automatically. Especially big and heavy angled tool heads can be clamped in the prismatic tool accomodation.

                    • Measuring technologies

                          • MEASURING TECHNOLOGY

                          • Easy programming of complex probing with a comprehensive cycle package. In turning, milling or boring the sequence "semi finish cut - probe - finish cut" produces extremely high accuracies in size and position even with complex workpieces.

                            The probe, which is stored in the standard tool magazine, is used for fully automatic length and circumferential orientation of workpieces after clamping by means of pre-machined or cast features.

                            After and during machining the results can be gauged and stored on the hard disk, transmitted via Ethernet or printed showing the final dimensions.

                          • ULTRA SONIC MEASURING

                          • The automatic ultrasonic wall thickness measurement is used for accurate quality control. The measuring tool is protected with a PVC cover and directs the ultrasonic signals via the coolant.

                            The measurement result is displayed directly at the control in real time. Typical application areas for ultrasonic measurement are in the aerospace industry, e.g. for the testing of engines.

                        • Additive Manufacturing

                          • Laser cladding, laser welding as well as laser hardening are becomming possible on a MILLTURN of WFL. The advantage is the automatic change of the laser head including laser cladding optic, that can be directly mounted on the turning-boring-milling unit via the prismatic interface.

                            During laser cladding high build-up rates can be achieved not only for linear paths (e.g. laser cladding of injection screw, build-up rate: 2940 g/h) , but through the use of the many NC axes of the MILLTURN almost any geometric form is possible.

                            Complex cooling channels or bented connection flange can be manufactured efficiently.

                              • LASER CLADDING

                              • During cladding, an inert gas is used to focus the powdered metal on a point of impact through a ring nozzle. The laser beam is also focussed on this area, which results in the creation of a melt pool. The molten powdered metal settles in this pool and then solidifies. The width and height of the material cladding that is being applied is determined by precisely balancing the energy applied and the traversing speed of the laser beam with the amount of powder being fed through the machine.

                              • LASER HARDENING

                              • The cladding laser head can also be used for laser curing, and an optional lens, which has been optimised for the curing process, can be installed. In this way, tooth flanks can be immediately cured after milling during the manufacturing of gear teeth, for example.

                              • LASER WELDING

                              • For laser beam welding a head with a different lens is required. During gap welding and deep gap welding, a far narrower focal point is required for the laser beam in order to achieve increased welding depth on the one hand and to keep the heat-affected zone as small as possible on the other. The aim is to develop an alternative to narrow deep bore holes, for example. In this way, a cooling channel can first be milled into the outer contour of a component, for instance, and a covering can then be welded over the top of it. This not only makes the machining process easier, it also offers completely new possibilities in terms of shape. It will also be possible to weld rotating parts together concentrically. These would previously have been manufactured in parallel on the main and counter-spindle of the machine.