Hanwha’s XE20 sliding head lathe has reportedly achieved a staggering 87% reduction in cycle time for one of its customers. This development has dramatically shifted operations, enabling the completion of a month’s work in just three days. The transition from a 24-minute cycle on conventional CNC lathes to just three minutes on the Hanwha model has also nearly tripled tool life.
The XE20’s impressive performance is credited to several factors. It can conduct simultaneous operations with both main and sub-spindles working concurrently. Multi-tool stations allow for overlapping cutting processes, significantly reducing idle time. The machine’s high spindle speeds and rapid capabilities are specifically designed for small precision parts. Its rigid structure supports aggressive cutting without compromising accuracy, and it incorporates an automation-ready design with bar feeders, facilitating continuous, lights-out production.
This leap in efficiency exemplifies why UK-based manufacturing facilities are increasingly turning to Hanwha lathes. By producing more parts in less time, these machines enhance profitability for industrial operations.
Dugard, the company distributing Hanwha machines, highlights the significant advantages these lathes offer. Companies interested in transforming their production efficiencies are encouraged to contact Dugard for further details on integrating these cutting-edge machines into their operations.
