Loading the Pieces
The operator places the raw casting or forged blank into the dedicated loading area where the machine's automated pick-up spindle grips and locks the workpiece securely.
Vertical machining centers by Nanjing Fortis Storage Equipment Manufacturing Co., Ltd. operate by holding the workpiece vertically, rotating it around a cutting tool attached to a precision spindle, and systematically removing material to shape high-tolerance finished components. The vertical orientation utilizes natural gravity to secure the workpiece, providing enhanced structural stability during high-load machining operations.
Designed specifically to help overseas procurement teams streamline production, our multi-station pick-up turning centers integrate multiple vertical turning lathe (VTL) heads, drilling and tapping stations, automated parts transfer mechanisms, and stamping capabilities into a single compact equipment footprint.
Our pick-up turning lines process complex workpieces through continuous automated stages, reducing cycle times and minimizing labor costs for high-volume manufacturing.
The operator places the raw casting or forged blank into the dedicated loading area where the machine's automated pick-up spindle grips and locks the workpiece securely.
High-rigidity turning tools accurately machine the bottom face and outer diameter contours, delivering consistent dimensional tolerances and surface finishes.
The spindle moves the part to the secondary station for precision internal boring, top facing, and complex profile turning with high repeatability.
Dedicated multi-axis drilling heads perform bolt-hole pattern drilling, reaming, and thread tapping without taking up turning spindle capacity.
Automated deburring and edge chamfering tools finish sharp edges, preparing seal grooves, bolt holes, and flange faces for immediate assembly.
Part traceability marking and serial number stamping are completed automatically prior to depositing the finished component in the output buffer.
The multi-spindle pick-up design allows simultaneous operations on multiple components. By eliminating idle loading time between cycles, machines achieve significantly higher throughput and reduce production floor bottlenecks.
Gravity-assisted vertical workpiece orientation ensures firm clamping forces and reduced vibration during heavy-duty turning and milling. This rigidity translates to micron-level tolerances and extended cutting tool longevity.
Combining lathe turning, drilling, tapping, chamfering, and part marking into one multi-station equipment footprint eliminates floor space waste and simplifies complete component fabrication for overseas factories.
Integrated pick-up robotics lower manual operator requirements, minimize human handling errors, and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) for high-spec industrial component manufacturing.
Watch Nanjing Fortis vertical turning technology perform automated part pick-up, precision turning, drilling, and unloading on heavy-duty components for pump and valve manufacturers.
Detailed operational footage showing rapid cycle times, continuous automated transfer, and extreme tolerance control across high-volume production runs.