Hurco Companies has announced that IMTS 2026 will mark the debut of its BM500U 5-axis machining center. Designed for efficient production of complex parts, the machine will be demonstrated alongside a new 8-station automatic pallet changer that facilitates unmanned operation. Both products will be featured in booth 338319 at the show.
Capable of maximizing precision across a diverse mix of complex parts, the BM500U uses an integrated trunnion table design that helps ensure accuracy and allows for increased Z-axis clearance. With an exceptional work-envelope-to-floor-space ratio, the machine includes a 19.7" (500 mm) rotary tilt table and X, Y, Z axis travels of 33.5" (850 mm) x 19.7" (500 mm) x 19.7" (500 mm), the company reported.
The BM500U provides the capability for 5-axis simultaneous and 3+2 5-axis machining. A 15,000-RPM, 11 kW BIG PLUS direct drive spindle offers robust material removal rates. Precision and accuracy are enabled by 0.050-µm-resolution absolute linear encoders. To further increase flexibility, an automatic tool changer provides capacity for 60 tools as standard, with a 96-tool version optionally available.
At IMTS, the BM500U will be paired with a rotary-style automatic pallet changer with 8 stations. Capable of serving a range of machine types, the system uses 12.6" (320 mm) pallets that accommodate parts up to 17.7" (450 mm) in diameter and 15.7" (400 mm) in height.
The BM500U also contains a broad range of standard features designed to boost productivity and flexibility, including linear scales, a spindle cooler, through-spindle air and coolant, flood coolant, and an air mist collector.
For more information contact:
Hurco Companies, Inc.
One Technology Way
Indianapolis, IN 46268
800-634-2416
info@hurco.com
www.hurco.com
IMTS South Building, Level 3
Booth 338319