2019 HURCO VM30U VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 2019 Hurco VM30U is a 5-axis universal vertical machining center that integrates a trunnion-style tilting rotary table into the proven VM30 platform, enabling full simultaneous 5-axis machining within a single setup. Axis travels measure 40 inches in X, 20 inches in Y, and 20 inches in Z, with the A- and C-axis rotary motion providing complete access to five sides of a workpiece without repositioning. A 29 HP high-performance spindle drives the 40-taper spindle interface to a maximum of 15,000 RPM, optimizing surface speed for complex contoured surfaces in aluminum, titanium, and hardened steels. The Hurco WinMax control provides full 5-axis simultaneous programming through both conversational and ISO G-code modes, with integrated tool center point management and RTCP (Rotational Tool Center Point) compensation for accurate contouring. Ultimotion toolpath technology smooths velocity across rotary and linear axes simultaneously to reduce cycle time and improve surface finish quality. The VM30U is built on a rigid cast-iron base with precision linear guideways and ballscrews, and the integrated trunnion is designed for maximum stiffness under multi-axis cutting loads. Applications include aerospace impellers, turbine blades, orthopedic implants, complex mold surfaces, and any workpiece geometry requiring undercut access or compound-angle features. The VM30U allows shops to consolidate multi-operation workflows into single-setup 5-axis programs, reducing fixture costs, eliminating re-fixturing errors, and improving overall part accuracy.