Designed and built in the Mazak iSMART Factory in Florence, KY, the HC-5000 horizontal machining center (HMC) features innovative technologies that are designed to boost speed, output, reliability and precision for many metalworking applications. "Featuring enhanced capabilities and performance, the HC-5000 is designed to suit nearly any production environment. The machine's simplicity and ease of use make it a great addition to job shops and larger manufacturing facilities across all industries," said a company spokesperson.
This 4-axis HMC's standard equipment includes traveling columns and full 4-axis NC rotary tables to accommodate large, heavy workpieces, delivering speed and precision that shorten part cycle times. High-accuracy encoders offer enhanced repeatability. Within the machine footprint, the chip conveyor system provides efficient, low-maintenance chip management that reduces downtime.
Diverse spindle options enable the HC-5000 to machine aluminum, cast iron and more. Along with a standard 12,000 RPM spindle, options include 15,000 and 20,000 RPM maximum speeds, all in 40 taper and BIG-PLUS 40 configurations, with hybrid ceramic ball bearings and cooling jackets for precision performance and long life.
A reinforced cast-iron base and column provide high rigidity and thermal control as well as ample part capacity. The combination of rigid machine base, advanced spindle/motor design and MAZATROL CNC submicron machine movement give the HC-5000 high part accuracy and surface finish capabilities. Because shops often relocate smaller-sized machines within their facilities, the HC-5000 includes a 3-point support system to simplify foundation preparation, speed up installation and ease leveling adjustment. To reduce maintenance time, the machine incorporates color-coded cables and a single easy-access maintenance panel for oil and air units.
The HC-5000 uses Mazak's latest servo drive system, with 1G axis acceleration for high machining speeds and increased accuracy. Core cooled ball screws are used to reduce thermal growth and achieve consistent positioning accuracy of linear axis movements. Advanced sensor technology promotes optimum stability and condition control, with sensors to monitor heat and vibration, along with other machine functions, for consistent high precision.
During extended hours of operation, Mazak Intelligent Machine Functions promote stable and secure machining processes. For example, when ambient shop temperatures fluctuate, Thermal Shield automatically compensates via exhaust ducts that channel generated heat out and away from the machine and any adjacent equipment.
The HC-5000's standard machine tool magazine accommodates 84 tools in a rotary drum-type storage system that features Mazak's innovative space-saving double-pocket design, with two tool pockets at 60° angles from one another at each tool position. For extended periods of unmanned operation, the machine can store twice the tooling in the same amount of space as a 42-tool magazine.
"The Mazak MX Hybrid Roller Guide System allows for faster speeds and boosts accuracy over traditional ball guides and boxways, leading to a comprehensive improvement in overall machine productivity and profitability," said the spokesperson. "The system eliminates stick and slip for higher positioning accuracy and offers nearly twice the rapid traverse rate of boxways while reducing machine coolant contamination. Meanwhile, greater surface contact accommodates large loads and provides better vibration damping, while the X-design improves distribution of load points by applying the load in four directions. "
Mazak's MAZATROL SmoothG CNC offers both EIA/ISO and MAZATROL conversational programming to ease complex part-production operations such as off-centerline machining, angled drilling, milling and tapping. The industry-standard MAZATROL conversational programming enables inexperienced personnel to develop machining programs for the HC-5000. Operators answer simple questions about criteria including material type, O.D./I.D. dimensions and part length.
The MAZATROL control automatically calculates intersection coordinates and tool index positioning while it optimizes cutting conditions and machining processes. For compatibility with programs created for other machine brands, MAZATROL uses the same G-codes as conventional EIA CNC machines. To run programs from other machines on the HC-5000, operators simply edit M-codes and confirm axis strokes, along with cutting conditions.
For streamlined data entry and reduced programming times, the MAZATROL SmoothG touchscreen control minimizes the number of displays. Five home process screens - programming, tool data, set-up, machining and maintenance - display easy-to-understand data, with touch icons for quick navigation to additional screen displays.
MAZATROL SmoothG CNC features and functions include Virtual Machining, which allows operators to evaluate part programs before they begin to cut. High Gain Feed Forward Control boosts machining speed and accuracy while Fast Rotary Axis Speeds optimizes gear skiving and rotary axis threading. Variable Acceleration Control calculates optimal acceleration for multiple axes. Position-Controlled Hobbing manages fast, convenient hobbing and skiving operations. Real-Time Tuning maintains optimal machining balance as workpiece weight changes. Quick MAZATROL imports 3D CAD models and automatically extracts coordinates to simplify machine programming. Quick EIA plots toolpaths to check for interferences.
Mazak offers a variety of performance-enhancing options for the HC-5000 to increase uptime and boost overall operational efficiency. High-pressure and SUPERFLOW coolant systems allow for increased cutting speeds, extended tool life and efficient chip evacuation various chip conveyor designs handle a wide variety of chip shapes and material types, including aluminum, steel and cast iron. Work air blasting removes stuck chips from the fixture and workpiece. A mist collector helps reduce maintenance costs and allow a clean, safe work environment. Automatic non-contact tool length measurement and tool breakage detection reduce overall part set-up time. And with a Renishaw OMP60M touch sensor tool mounted in the machine spindle, operators can shift coordinate values to align workpieces automatically.
For more information contact:
Mazak Corporation
P.O. Box 970
Florence, KY 41022-0970
859-342-1700
www.mazakusa.com
Southwest
Chris Papke
Mazak SW Technology Center
10950 Greenbend Blvd.
Houston, TX 77667
281-931-7770
cpapke@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
LA
Richard Cahn
Dixie Mill Machine Tools Co.
901 Tchoupitoulass Street
New Orleans, LA 70152
504-525-6101
800-462-9519
rcahn@dixiemill.com
www.dixiemill.com
OK, AR
Butch Cumminsky
David James
Machinery Resources Inc.
5550 South 94th East Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74145
918-622-6495
800-448-1878
butch@mritul.com
www.mritul.com
N. TX
Chris Papke
Mazak Corporation
935 S. Kimball St., Ste. 151
Southlake, TX 76092
800-642-6110 - 817-329-6290
cpapke@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakcorp.com
W. TX
Chris Edgar
Magnum Precision Machines, Inc.
12025 Rojas Drive, Suite A
El Paso, TX 79936
915-856-7900
cedgar@magnumabq.com
www.magnumprecisionmachines.com
NM
Chris Edgar
Magnum Precision Machines, Inc.
8448 Washington Place NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
505-345-8389
cedgar@magnumabq.com
www.magnumprecisionmachines.com
Southeast
Dave Kennedy
Mazak Southeast Technology Center
1075 Northbrook Parkway
Suwanee, GA 30024
678-985-4800
dkennedy@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
TN
Dennis McCurry
Pinnacle Machine Tools, Inc.
5912 Toole Drive
Knoxville, TN 37919
865-951-0260
mccurry@pinnaclemachine.net
AL, FL Panhandle
Jerry Edwards
Pinnacle Machine Tool Inc.
141 Nick Fitcheard Road
Huntsville, AL 35806
256-852-0900
edwards@pinnaclemachine.net
NC, VA
Rick Smith
MachineTech, Inc.
8100-J Arrowridge Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273
704-665-6301
rick@machinetechcnc.com
www.machinetechcnc.com
GA, SC
Tim Kramer
Premier Engineering Co.
1635 Lakes Pkwy. Ste. U
Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5858
678-442-8382
tim@premierengineering.com
www.premierengineering.com
MS
Richard Cahn
Dixie Mill Machine Tools Co.
901 Tchoupitoulass Street
New Orleans, LA 70152
504-525-6101
rcahn@dixiemill.com
www.dixiemill.com
FL
Dave Kennedy
Mazak Southeast Technology Center
1075 Northbrook Parkway
Suwanee, GA 30024
678-985-4800
dkennedy@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
Northeast
New England, E. NY, NJ
Jim Rutan
Mazak Northeast Technology Center
700 Old County Cir.
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
800-436-8900 / 860-292-4400
jrutan@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
E. PA, MD, DE
Jim Rutan
Mazak Mid Atlantic Office
1275 Glenlivet Drive
Allentown, PA 18106
800-436-8900
jrutan@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
W. NY
Bill Miller
A.W. Miller Technical Sales
7661 Seneca St.
PO Box 69
East Aurora, NY 14052
716-652-8282
bmiller@awmiller.com
www.awmiller.com
W. PA, WV (North)
Erwin Mueller
A.W. Miller Technical Sales
3 Tara Drive
PO Box 220
Harmony, PA 16037
724-453-1690
emueller@awmiller.com
www.awmiller.com
WV (South)
Rick Smith
MachineTech, Inc.
8100-J Arrowridge Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273
704-665-6301
rick@machinetechcnc.com
www.machinetechcnc.com
Midwest
Kevin Bates
Mazak Midwest Technology Center
300 East Commerce Drive
Schaumburg, IL 60173
847-885-8311
kbates@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
ND, SD, MN, W. WI
Joel Lundin
Tony Bailey
Northwest Machine Technologies, Inc.
20851 Commerce Blvd.
Rogers, MN 55374
763-493-3660
tbailey@nwmtec.com
www.nwmtec.com
NE, W. IA
Duane Ohlrich
Industrial Systems & Supply Inc.
2760 E. 29th Avenue
Columbus, NE 68601
402-564-4445
ohlrich@industrial-systems-supply.com
www.industrial-systems-supply.com
E. IA
Jeff Everett
Mazak Midwest Technology Center
300 East Commerce Drive
Schaumburg, IL 60173
847-885-8311
jeverett@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
E.MO, S. IL
Bill Summers
Municipal Tool & Machinery Co.
2465 Rock Island Blvd.
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
314-994-9905
bsummers@municipaltool.com
www.municipaltool.com
KS, W. MO
Nick Shelton
Concept Machinery -
A Shelton Machinery Company
6319 W. 110th St.
Overland Park, KS 66211
913-387-4413
nshelton@conceptmachinery.com
www.conceptmachinery.com
E. WI
Mike Cekanor
Machinery Systems North
3280 Gateway Rd.
Brookfield, WI 53045
262-781-4850
mikec@machsys.com
www.machsys.com
N. IL, N.W. IN
Eric Hilliard
Machinery Systems Inc.
614 East State Parkway
Schaumburg, IL 60173
847-882-8085
erich@machysys.com
www.machsys.com
E. MI
Steve Addy
Addy Machinery Co.
36055 Groesbeck Highway
Clinton Township, MI 48035
586-741-3000
800-ADDY-NOW
steve@addymachinery.com
www.addymachinery.com
W. MI
Peter Addy
Addy Machinery Co.
3757 Broadmoor Ave SE, Ste. A & B
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
800-AddyNOW
peter@addymachinery.com
www.addymachinery.com
S. OH
Greg Knox
Knox Machinery, Inc.
375 Industrial Drive
Franklin, OH 45005
937-743-2641
www.knoxmachinery.com
S.IN, KY
Nick Shelton
Shelton Machinery, Inc.
9900 North by Northeast Blvd.
Fisher, IN 46037
317-845-5588
nshelton@sheltonmachinery.com
www.sheltonmachinery.com
N. OH
Frank Gibbons
Numerequip
4810 Briar Road
Cleveland, OH 44135
216-265-0400
fgibbons@numerequip.com
www.numerequip.com
West
CO, E. WY
Randy Breitenbach
Action Machinery International
7790 S. Wheeling Ct. Unit A
Englewood, CO 80112
303-532-2900
randy@action-machinery.com
www.action-machinery.com
WA, OR
Mark Harris
CNC Machine Services, Inc.
7808 184th St. SE
Snohomish, WA 98296
425-788-4500
sales@cncmachineservice.com
www.cncmachineservice.com
N.ID
Dave Fisher
Dependable Machine
88 W Orchard Ave
Hayden, ID 83835
866-967-0146 / 208-714-4652
sales@dependablemachineryrepair.com
www.dmi-cnc.com
AZ, S. NV
Chris Edgar
Magnum Precision Machines
4848 S. 35th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
602-431-8300
cedgar@magnumabq.com
www.magnumprecisionmachines.com
UT, S. ID, MT, W. WY
Clark Smith
Smith Machinery Company
41 W. Guest Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT 84115
80l-263-6403
csmith@smithmachinetools.com
www.smithmachinetools.com
S. CA
Richard McCauley
Mazak West Regional Headquarters and
Aerospace Technology Center
1333 West 190th Street
Gardena, CA 90248
310-327-7172
rmccauley@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
N. CA
David Lindenmuth
Mazak San Francisco Sales and
Technical Center
47273 Fremont Blvd.
Fremont, CA 95035
408-941-2240
dlindenmuth@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com