Machinery manufacturers and industries rely on LSG Machine Tools’ milling machines to create and manufacture high-precision products and parts with a superior product surface finish in several shapes and sizes.
Importance of Milling Machines
Most milling machines follow the same basic functionality of removing material from a stationary workpiece by using a rotating cutter. Knowing the different functionalities is very important.
- Vertical milling machines
Considered the most commonly used milling machine, vertical mills feature a spindle that is held vertically in place. The spindle holds, as well as rotates, the cutting tool against the work material. These machines are extremely versatile providing increased functionality such as drilling.
- Turret milling machines
A turret milling machine is a type of vertical milling machine where the spindle and table can move diagonally and parallel with the spindle’s axis. With its wider range of operations, these are the popular choice amongst many manufacturers.
- Horizontal milling machines
Featuring a similar design to vertical machines, horizontal machines have a spindle that presses against the workpiece to remove the material. With a selection of cutting tools, these machines can create heavier and deeper cuts.
- Universal milling machines
These machines have the capability of performing the function of both vertical and horizontal machines with the added benefit of being able to swivel. The swivel action gives direction at an angle to the spindle, making them the perfect machines for applications that require precision and accuracy such as spur and spiral bevel gears.
- Bridgeport-type milling machines
Considered the “original multipurpose mill”, Bridgeport-type manually operated milling machines allowed for more functionality putting them ahead of their time with many still being used today for drilling, tapping and angled cuts to name a few.
LSG Machine Tools offers a wide variety of refurbished and new engineering and sheet metal machinery that is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving our factory floor ensuring that you receive your machinery in excellent working condition. Contact us and we will assist you with the right milling machinery for you.