HGR is prone to receive hundreds of new items every day. Luckily for our customers, it’s all grist for the mill. In other words, HGR can make any item useful for somebody. One item that consistently stays in high demand is vertical mill machines. Milling is the process of cutting or shaping metal using a rotating tool. Vertical milling is a popular type of machine in this class. With these mills, the spindle is oriented vertically so it can easily move up and done while rotating. You will also find horizontal mills that work by moving the spindle from side to side on the alternate axis. These are predominantly used to create larger items with high precision parts such as a manufacturing jig. There are many different tools used with a milling machine to create the type of shape you are going for. There is a large description of milling machine varieties and uses on the dedicated Wikipedia page for milling.
HGR is proud to offer a wide selection of used vertical mill machines. We carry machines from top line brand names like Bridgeport, Sharp, Cincinnati, Southwestern Industries and many more. A machining center operation is not quite complete without a dependable milling machines. The term “machining center” describes a wide array of CNC milling and drilling machines that include an automatic tool changer and a table that clamps the workpiece in place. CNC Mills are able to quicken production and set up time. With a CNC mill you can program your job well in advance – the control memory saves the information for later use; this helps reduce the possibility for operator error.
Milling machines are quite versatile and can be used in several different applications. While they are normally used to create smooth surfaces, they can also produce oddly shaped surfaces with patterns, grooves or specialized curves. A vertical mill can also be used to drill, cut gears, produce slots or create interlocking components that provide structural support to larger items. Machined parts can be found in many common household items today, including dryers, toasters and ovens. You can find a lot of cool items that milling machines create on Pinterest to get a sense of their output capacity. Vertical mills are perfect for technical vocation schools, small parts production, shop classes, and maintenance crews. The only potential downside is the cost of a new vertical mill – they can be rather expensive depending on the model. Luckily, we are here to offer a reasonably priced solution for a used vertical mill. Head over to HGR’s website to view our vast inventory of used machines, including some spectacular vertical mills. You can also find some great vertical mill projects on Pinterest here.