DMG MORI machines advance J&R Machine’s capabilities

J&R Machine installed two DMG MORI NZX 2000 automated CNC systems at its Shawano, Wisconsin, headquarters. The machines increase the company’s production capacity for highly accurate, reliable machined parts – typically ranging from 1" to 10" diameter and up to 28" length. Each high-precision multi-axis turning machine features two spindles, three turrets, automated gantry loaders, and touch screen CELOS controls. Configured with a gantry system increases production efficiency up to 35%, supporting shorter lead times.

“From our collaborative culture to rapid response times, everything we do at J&R Machine is focused on simplifying the production of complex machined parts for our customers,” explains J&R Machine President, Tim Tumanic. “This is especially valuable now as manufacturers work to address the unprecedented challenges in our current environment. The addition of the two new DMG MORI NZX 2000s strengthens our automation platform, increases employee efficiency, and results in greater accuracy of our customers’ parts.”

The company’s current equipment configuration allows one operator to work on two single-turret machines simultaneously. With the addition of the new two-turret DMG MORI NZX 2000s, a single machine operator can more than double their current output. Key features incorporated into the configuration include:

• Full horsepower, capacity on both spindles
• Simultaneous turning/milling on main- and sub-spindle
• Live mill/drill tool heads on three turrets
• Y-axis for heavier cuts
• Auto-loading gantry for shaft-, disc-type parts

J&R Machine purchased four DMG MORI NLX2500SY sub-spindle lathes with axial and radial live tooling and four DMG MORI NLX2500Y with axial and radial live tooling in 2017. The two companies work in partnership developing configurations that enabble J&R Machine to provide the highest level of service possible.