GROB SYSTEMS, INC. G350A HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The GROB Systems G350A is a 5-axis horizontal universal machining center engineered for precision part production across diverse materials and applications. Featuring a horizontal spindle orientation with HSK-A63 taper tooling, the machine delivers optimal chip evacuation and extended Z-travel capabilities. The rotary worktable accommodates components up to 745 lbs with a 22.44" × 22.44" footprint, enabling versatile workpiece positioning. The G350A provides working travels of 23.62" (X), 30.31" (Y), and 31.70" (Z), with rapid traverse rates reaching 2,362 ipm across all linear axes for enhanced productivity. The machine's innovative axis arrangement—three linear and two rotary axes—permits simultaneous 5-axis interpolation with a 230-degree A-axis swivel range and 360-degree continuous B-axis rotation, facilitating 5-sided machining and upside-down operations. This unique configuration minimizes deflection between the machine guides and tool contact point, delivering maximum rigidity for precision accuracy. Standard disk-type tool magazine architecture enables rapid tool changes at 4.5-second chip-to-chip times, with optional pallet-changer integration for lights-out manufacturing. The horizontal spindle position and tunnel concept design allow full tool length utilization without workpiece collision, even with extremely long cutting tools. Built in Bluffton, Ohio, the G350A incorporates a welded machine bed for superior stiffness, ergonomic component accessibility for maintenance, and MTConnect compliance for Industry 4.0 integration.