2003 FORTUNE Vcenter 55-70 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2003 Fortune Vcenter 55-70 is a 3-axis vertical machining center produced by Victor Taichung Machinery Works of Taiwan and marketed in North America by Fortune International. The Vcenter 55-70 designation covers a product family including the Vcenter-55 (21.65-inch X travel) and the Vcenter-70 (27.5-inch X travel), both sharing the same spindle package, table dimensions, and BT-40 tooling interface. The machine features a box-way structure offering high rigidity for steel and alloy machining applications. The worktable measures 31.5 x 18.1 inches, with the Vcenter-55 providing Y and Z travels of 18.1 and 18.1 inches respectively. The spindle runs to 8,000 RPM with 7.4 HP continuous power, providing effective cutting performance across a range of materials. A 24-pocket automatic tool changer enables multi-tool operations without manual intervention. CNC motion control is provided by the Fanuc 0i-MD system, ensuring broad compatibility with existing programs and straightforward operator training. The Vcenter series is well regarded in job shop environments for its durability, ease of maintenance, and consistent accuracy. The overall machine footprint for the Vcenter-55 variant is approximately 77 x 92.5 inches, with a height of approximately 102 inches and a machine weight of approximately 8,820 lbs.