Aerospace
Mazak provides production optimization and outstanding support to the aerospace industry. Using our high-performance, high-precision multi-tasking machines and 5-axis machining centers, efficient machining of difficult-to-machine parts such as titanium, heat-resistant alloys, stainless steel, and aluminum can be possible. Furthermore, by process integration, we can shorten production lead times and reduce production costs. We are able to offer optimal solutions and support based on our customers’ development plan, which includes topics such as challenging component production, customization of machine tools, and automation.
Applications
Mazak's extensive product range and outstanding technical capabilities can be fully utilized in handling the unique machining needed for machining aerospace components such as; complex-shaped structural parts used in wings and bulkheads, heat-resistant parts used in engines, and landing gear that requires durability.
Mazak’s machine tools are used to process various aircraft parts
Currently, many Mazak machine tools are in use around the world by aircraft manufacturers, aircraft component manufacturers, as well as rocket engine and satellite component manufacturers.
VORTEX HORIZONTAL PROFILER Series
Simultaneous 5-axis horizontal machining center
Ideal for machining structural parts such as wing ribs
VARIAXIS i Series
Simultaneous 5-axis Vertical Machining Center
Capable of processing a wide range of components, including blisks, engine and interior parts.
INTEGREX e-V Series
Simultaneous 5-axis vertical multi-tasking machine
Can perform turning, multi-faceting, and 5-axis machining of parts such as engine cases
INTEGREX i-H Series
Simultaneous 5-axis horizontal multi-tasking machine
Ideal for 5-axis machining components with free-form surfaces such as turbine blades
INTEGREX e-H Series
Simultaneous 5-axis horizontal multi-tasking machine
Capable of machining long, large diameter workpieces such as landing gear parts
HCR Series
Simultaneous 5-axis horizontal machining centers
Ideal for cutting aluminum components such as frames, bracket, satellite parts, etc.
Mazak's 5-axis multi-tasking machine equipped with laser metal deposition technology
In recent years, additive manufacturing (AM) has been rapidly evolving as a new manufacturing technology. Mazak can offer a lineup of hybrid machines that incorporate additive manufacturing with multi-axis/5-axis machining centers. These machines can make it possible to join expensive materials, process additive manufacturing of complex shapes, apply metal coating, and repair chipped or worn metal parts.
Laser Metal Deposition
Gantry type AM head
Application Examples
Near net shape
Manufacturing that approaches the final shape by layering metal materials
Base material: SUS316
Added material: Inconel 718
Repair
Defective areas are removed by cutting, and additive manufacturing to finish machining can be performed in a single workpiece setup
Base material: Inconel 718
Added material: Inconel 718
