Mazak Corporation recently introduced a new series of Kentucky-designed and built CNC turning machines, the QT-Ez Series. Designed to give job shops and other manufacturers affordable access to Mazak technology and engineering expertise, the QT-Ez Series offers a wide range of turning centers, including those with Multi-Tasking and DONE IN ONE functionality.
"With the addition of the new MAZATROL SmoothEz control and automation systems such as Mazak's new Cobot Cell (CC) Series, these high-value, versatile solutions ensure ease of operation along with high productivity," said a company spokesperson.
Models within the new turning machine series include the QT-Ez 8, QT-Ez 10 and QT-Ez 12 with each offered in 2-axis, M, MY and MSY versions. M versions include milling capability, MY machines feature milling and Y-axis off-centerline capability and MSY machines are a combination of both milling and Y-axis capability paired with second turning spindles for complete DONE IN ONE part processing. For further increased productivity and unmanned operations, the machines seamlessly integrate with bar feeders and robots.
Each QT-Ez model number indicates the standard chuck size, but Mazak also offers a smaller size optional chuck for each machine to provide greater maximum RPM capability. These include a 6" chuck option for the QT-Ez 8, an 8" for the QT-Ez 10 and 10" for the QT-Ez 12. Each model is available in a 20" bed length and an optional 40" bed length for the QT-Ez 12 model. Available machine turrets include 2-axis drum style, with a bolt-on or BMT55 turret for rotary tool applications, and tailstocks are offered with either manual positioning with hydraulic quill or servo positioning capability.
To further aid shops in maximizing productivity, the QT-Ez Series has been designed for a range of automation solutions from bar feeders and parts catchers to full cooperative robot installations such as Mazak Automation Systems' Cobot Cell System models, the CC-10 and CC-16. The CC-10 system uses a newly released FANUC CRX-10iA/L and 10 kg payload capacity, while the CC-16 is built around a Universal Robots UR16e platform and a 16 kg payload capacity. Both systems come with three available grip systems and use an area scanner with limited fixed fencing to allow fully collaborative human-robot workflows.
All QT-Ez models feature integral motor headstocks, Hybrid MX roller guideways and pre-tensioned ball screws supported at both ends for thermally stable and precise machine axis movement. A new bed casting design provides enhanced rigidity as well as streamlined chip flow that helps to eliminate chip accumulation. For ease of integration the machines are prepared with 200-230 volt power supply systems.
The QT-Ez 8 has an A2-6 spindle mount with 5,000 RPM, 20 HP and 123 ft-lbs. of torque and a 2" bar capacity. The QT-Ez 10 has an A2-6 spindle mount with 4,200 RPM, 20 HP spindle and 144 ft-lbs. of torque and a 2.5" bar capacity. The QT-Ez 12 uses a larger A2-8 spindle nose with 3,300 RPM, 30 HP and 285 ft-lbs. of torque as well as a 3" bar capacity.
The turret milling spindles of the M, MY and MSY versions of the QT-Ez 8 and QT-Ez 10 models are 6,000 RPM with 7.5 HP and 25.8 ft-lbs. of torque. The QT-Ez 12 also has a standard 6,000 RPM milling spindle, but with 10 HP and 32.5 ft-lbs. of torque. MSY models feature a 6,000 RPM second turning spindle with a 5" chuck on the QT-Ez 8 and a 6" chuck on the QT-Ez 10 and QT-Ez 12, and all are offered with optional through-hole packages for shaft transfer applications.
The QT-Ez machines also come with a variety of tailstock options. The first is no tailstock for chucker-style operations. The standard tailstock is a manual body with hydraulic quill and #5 live center that provides 1,573 ft-lbs. of thrust. The optional tailstock for the short bed 20" machine is a servo-driven style with #5 live center. For the 40" bed size machines, the tailstock is a servo-driven style with #4 built in center. Both servo tailstock options provide 1,573 ft-lbs. of thrust.
Other options include Mazak's Automatic Tool Eye, chip conveyor, auto door, auto parts catcher and high-pressure coolant systems.
For fast and easy machine programming, Mazak's new MAZATROL SmoothEz CNC on QT-Ez machines provides dual 800 MHz processors, 512 MB of RAM and a 15" capacitive touchscreen that includes a full keyboard and displays up to 60 lines of code. Within the control, EIA/G-code and MAZATROL programming languages support a full range of programming options directly on the machine, while the MAZATROL TWINS function enables use of Solid MAZATROL, Virtual Machining and Cutting Adviser through Smooth Cam Ai and centralized storage and file management through Smooth Project Manager.
The MAZATROL SmoothEz control also features Mazak's new LAUNCHER interface, accessible in every screen providing one-touch selection to any required screen selection for seamless operator navigation. To further streamline programming, the control's QUICK MAZATROL function simplifies program creation and confirmation through touchscreen editing and confirmation of 3D models.
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 Pkwy
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
rick@machinetechcnc.com">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
Perry Leonor
Mazak Florida Technology Center
6895 McCoy Drive, Suite 100
Orlando, FL 60504
689-205-5626
pleonor@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
Northeast
New England, E. NY, NJ
Greg Kaufman
Mazak Northeast Technology Center
700 Old County Cir.
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
800-436-8900 / 860-292-4400
gkaufman@mazakcorp.com
www.mazakusa.com
E. PA, MD, DE
Jeremy Trout
Mazak Mid Atlantic Office
1275 Glenlivet Drive
Allentown, PA 18106
800-436-8900
jtrout@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, N. WV
Bill Miller
A.W. Miller Technical Sales
3 Tara Drive
PO Box 220
Harmony, PA 16037
724-453-1690
bmiller@awmiller.com
www.awmiller.com
S. WV
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