Equipment

Equipment

Trotec Speedy 400 Flexx Laser Cutting/Engraving machine

Equipped with both CO2 and fibre lasers, the machine can cut and engrave a range of materials. Bed capacity - 1000 x 600mm.

HAAS UMC-750 Universal Machining Centre

5-axis Machining Centre5 axis machining centre with automatic 40 tool turret for precision multi axis machining of complex components.   Maximum bed capacity 762 x 508 x 508mm.

HAAS VF 2SS

high-performance Super-Speed vertical 3-axis Milling centreThe Haas high-performance Super-Speed vertical 3-axis Milling centre provides the high spindle speeds, fast rapids, and quick tool changes necessary for high-volume production and reduced cycle times.

The SS features a 12,000-rpm, inline direct-drive spindle, an ultra-fast side-mount 30 pocket tool changer, and high-speed rapids on all axes.

HAAS VF 4SS

high-performance Super-Speed vertical Milling centreVF 4SS This high-performance Super-Speed vertical Milling centre provides all the capabilities of the VF 2SS with he benefit of a larger work envelope.

EZPATH Lathe

CNC machineIdeal for the first time CNC user as it bridges the gap between a handwheel driven lathe and a full featured CNC machine. This combines the ease of use with the increased productivity of the other.

HAAS ST25Y CNC Lathe

turning latheCNC Lathe with superior cutting performance, and a host of productivity-enhancing options with Y axis capabilities for milling, drilling and tapping with a 20 pocket toolholder kit included in the Hybrid turret.

DMG Mori NXL2500

high-rigidity, high-precision turning centerHigh-rigidity, high-precision turning centre. The NLX 2500 | 1250 is a high-rigidity, high-precision turning centre with a distance between centres of 1,250 mm. The model flexibly handles various workpieces with a highly rigid bed, powerful turning capability and outstanding milling performance with the matured BMT (Built-in Motor Turret). The model employs CELOS + MAPPS V as an operation panel, which allows a wide range of customers, from beginners to veterans, to easily machine simple to complex-shaped workpieces.

FlowJet Mach 2B Water and Abrasive Jet Shape Cutting Machine

self contained abrasive and pure waterjet machining systemUtilising garnet and water at 60,000psi the unit’s technology is designed for durability and reliability with precision motion for excellent accuracy and repeatability. The highly efficient cutting head designed to increase cutting speed, also enables smooth cutting and high-quality edges. Computer controlled; it can cut any material up to 150mm thick with a bed capacity of 1300mm x 1300mm.

CTL618e

High Speed/high Accurancy Toolroom Lathe With Digital Threading ControlHigh Speed/high Accuracy Toolroom Lathe with Digital Threading Control High Speed/High Accuracy Toolroom Lathe with Digital Threading Control Replaces Traditional Threading Gearbox This lathe doesn't use threading gearbox, instead computer-controlled servo motor is directly linked to the leadscrew. Just use your finger to select desired thread pitch on the touchscreen display, the threads come out precise and you eliminate problems with specialized threads. The display also shows spindle speed, cutting feed rate and DRO functions.

Bridgeport VMC600

3-Axis Vertical Machining centre; with a 600 x 410 x 520 mm machining envelopeSpecs: 3-Axis Vertical Machining centre; with a 600 x 410 x 520 mm machining envelope. 6000 rpm spindle,  and a22 pocket tool changer.

Work table of 840x420mm with a maximum load of 500kg with a swift 5.2 second tool to tool change time and a positioning accuracy of 0.005mm and repeatability of 0.002mm.

Bridgeport VMC 1000 22

3-Axis Vertical Machining centre; with a 1020 x 610 x 610 mm machining envelopeSpecs: 3-Axis Vertical Machining centre; with a 1020 x 610 x 610 mm machining envelope. 8000 rpm spindle, and a 30 pocket tool changer.

Work table of 1150 x 580mm and a 900kg load maximum. 5.2 second tool to tool change time and a positioning accuracy of 0.005mm and repeatability of 0.002mm.

General workshop equipment

  • WaterJet cleaning system
  • Linishers
  • Welders – MIG/TIG/ARC
  • Manual Lathes
  • Manual Millers
  • Guillotines
  • Saws Folders / Benders

General enquiries

Lorraine Wallace
EPS Workshop Co-Ordinator
College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham B15 2TT
Email: L.L.Wallace@bham.ac.uk
Telephone: 0121 414 4545