News Releases

December 2022

Mazak Adds New SYNCREX Plant to Manufacturing Campus

To support the production of yet another new Kentucky-designed and built line of machine tools, Mazak has expanded its Florence manufacturing campus with the addition of a new SYNCREX Assembly Plant. The 27,000-square-foot state-of-the-art building combines engineering, production and applications support for the company’s recently launched SYNCREX Series of Swiss-style machine tools designed specifically for precision high production of small parts.

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November 2022

Veterans Play Key Role in Workforce Development at Mazak

Crucial to its workforce development strategy, Mazak North America credits veterans as essential to the company’s ability to overcome the manufacturing industry’s severe lack of skilled labor and fill vital positions. This year alone, Mazak has hired 13 veterans and now employs a total of 87 within Mazak departments ranging from field service and parts to production and purchasing.

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October 2022

Mazak’s Brian Papke Earns Prestigious Award for Leadership and Manufacturing Advancement

Recognized for his lifetime of leadership and investment in research that led to advances in machine tool and factory technologies, Brian J. Papke, former Chairman and now Executive Advisor to the Board of Mazak Corporation, received the prestigious M. Eugene Merchant Manufacturing Medal of ASME/SME. Throughout his career, Papke has promoted, supported and expanded applications of machine tools and manufacturing technology in ways that set the stage for digital manufacturing, drove standardization for manufacturing interconnectivity and improved the overall competitiveness of U.S. manufacturers.

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September 2022

Mazak Showcases Advanced Manufacturing With the VC-Ez 26 at IMTS 2022

Mazak took its Kentucky-built VC-Ez 26 Vertical Machining Center to the next level of advanced manufacturing technology at IMTS 2022. Along with the machine's rugged 40-taper spindle and full range of auto tool changer and chip/coolant management options, the VC-Ez 26 showed how virtually any shop can increase part processing capability with the addition of Friction Stir Welding.

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Mazak Brings Automation-Ready VC-Ez 20 to IMTS 2022

Mazak showcased automation solutions within the reach of virtually any shop with its demonstration of the Kentucky-built VC-Ez 20 Vertical Machining Center at IMTS 2022. The automation-ready machine's rugged 40-taper spindle and space-saving design offer unprecedented affordability, with a full range of spindle, auto tool changer and chip/coolant management options.

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Mazak Debuts New VC-Ez 16X with 5-Axis Vertical Machining at IMTS 2022

Mazak unveiled its new VC-Ez 16X Vertical Machining Center and MAZATROL SmoothEz5 CNC, the latest additions to the cost-effective, compact Ez Series at IMTS 2022. The new CNC enables the Kentucky-built VC-Ez 16X to process small complex parts via 3+2 or full 5-axis machining. The machine combines a rugged spindle and space-saving design with a full range of options to meet many production needs.

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Mazak VC-500A/5X AM (Additive Manufacturing) Hot Wire Deposition Took Center Stage at IMTS 2022

Mazak demonstrated the combined benefits of HYBRID Multi-Tasking and Hot Wire Deposition (HWD) part processing with the VC-500A/5X AM HWD at IMTS 2022. With capabilities beyond subtractive Multi-Tasking, the VC-500A/5X AM HWD reduces lead times and part costs, increases machining accuracy and part quality and provides even higher levels of productivity, flexibility and profitability.

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Mazak VC-500C/2PC Sports Inline Pallet Changer at IMTS 2022

At IMTS 2022, attendees saw how the compact design of the Mazak VC-500C/2PC Vertical Machining Center can increase production capabilities for small to medium part machining in a variety of industries. Shops can maintain continuous uninterrupted production via the 3-axis machine's inline two-pallet changer, with a rotary table mounted on one pallet and multiple vices on the second pallet to maximize spindle utilization.

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Mazak VARIAXIS i-800 NEO 5-Axis Machine Draws the Crowds at IMTS 2022

The Mazak VARIAXIS i-800 NEO Vertical Machining Center garnered much attention during IMTS 2022. The next generation machine offers shops an enhanced version of a popular 5-axis machine now equipped with a powerful CNC, faster machining cycle times, expanded workpiece capacities and more automation options the improve on every essential aspect of part production.

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Mazak Spotlights Enhanced VARIAXIS i-700 NEO With Two Pallet Changer at IMTS 2022

In Booth 338300 at IMTS 2022, Mazak showcased the full simultaneous 5-axis VARIAXIS i-700 NEO/2PC Multi-Tasking Vertical Machining Center with integrated 2-pallet changer that provides additional DONE IN ONE® part-processing versatility.

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Mazak SYNCREX Swiss-Style Machines Take Center Stage at IMTS

Mazak showcased the newest series within its ever-expanding machine tool technology portfolio at IMTS. During the show, the company demonstrated machines from its SYNCREX Swiss-style Series that encompasses models featuring seven, eight and nine-axis configurations and optimized for precision high-production of small parts.

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Mazak Advances DONE IN ONE® Output with QUICK TURN 250MSY at IMTS 2022

Mazak demonstrated the production excellence of its Kentucky-built QUICK TURN 250MSY Turning Center for DONE IN ONE® part production at IMTS 2022. The machine delivers outstanding part quality and volume for shops of all sizes.

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Mazak Spotlights Versatile, Affordable QT-Ez 8MY at IMTS 2022

To showcase versatile machining performance within the reach of any shop, Mazak demonstrated the Kentucky-designed and built QT-Ez 8MY Turning Center at IMTS 2022. Designed to give job shops and other manufacturers affordable access to Mazak technology and engineering expertise, the QT-Ez 8MY is a horizontal turning machine with an 8" chuck, milling and Y-axis off-centerline capabilities for Multi-Tasking functionality.

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Mazak Demonstrates High-Performance Multi-Tasking with INTEGREX j-200S at IMTS 2022

At IMTS 2022 in Booth 338300, Mazak highlighted the INTEGREX j-200S Multi-Tasking Machine with optimized CNC programming and hardware, high-speed servo systems and top ergonomics to produce complex medium-sized workpieces. For cost-effective high-performance turning and angular milling, the machine's integral spindle/motor headstock enables heavy-duty and high-speed cutting, while dual turning spindles and milling spindle process complete parts in single setups.

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Mazak INTEGREX i-450H ST Emphasizes Part-Processing Versatility at IMTS 2022

The Mazak INTEGREX i-450H ST Multi-Tasking Center showed its part-processing agility at IMTS 2022 in Booth 338300. With the power of a full CNC turning center and the versatility of a full-function machining center, the INTEGREX i-450H ST features a second turning spindle (S) for DONE IN ONE® machining, along with a milling spindle and lower turret (T) with optional rotary tool capabilities. The configuration minimizes fixturing, part handling and non-cut time to boost productivity.

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Mazak Features Multi-Tasking With the INTEGREX i-100HS at IMTS 2022

Mazak showcased the Multi-Tasking production of the INTEGREX i-100HS Multi-Tasking machine. The small-footprint machine provides simultaneous 5-axis capabilities along with maximum versatility, high precision, and throughput to complex part applications. The machine combines the abilities of a high-powered turning center and full-function machining center to produce small and medium-sized workpieces in single setups.

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Mazak Highlights Multi-Tasking with HQR-250MSY Turning Center at IMTS 2022

At IMTS 2022 in Booth 338300, Mazak’s HQR-250MSY Multi-Tasking Turning Center dominated medium to high-volume unattended production with unequaled part processing opportunities and throughput. With enhanced DONE IN ONE® processing, the HQR-250MSY starts with raw material and completes complex parts in single setups.

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Mazak Spotlights HCN - 5000 NEO at IMTS 2022

Mazak highlighted the versatile benefits of its next-generation HCN-5000 NEO Horizontal Machining Center at IMTS 2022 in Booth 338300. The machine combines advanced technology and outstanding value with high-performance productivity to produce large, heavy parts from virtually any type of material. Its highly rigid construction and compensation ensure extended periods of precise machining.

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Mazak Showcases Heavy-Duty Machining with HCN-6800 NEO at IMTS 2022

At IMTS 2022 in Booth 338300, Mazak Corporation featured the power and versatility of the redesigned HCN-6800 NEO Horizontal Machining Center that provides fast, optimal solutions for precise high-volume machining of large parts. The NEO version upgrades Mazak’s popular HCN-6800 to a new level of efficiency and ease of use with improvements throughout, including a fully redesigned enclosure along with best-in-class standard and optional equipment.

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June 2022

May 2022

Mazak Announces Key Distribution Changes

Mazak has announced new distribution in Northern Ohio, Virginia, Southern West Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

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Mazak Highlights Manufacturing Solutions for Every Shop at IMTS 2022

At IMTS 2022 in booth 338300, Mazak will show manufacturers how they can move their manufacturing operations forward with the company's latest innovations. Five pavilions will showcase solutions for job shops, advanced machining and high-production workflows.

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April 2022

Data drives the future at Knox Machinery

Finding and attracting the right talent can be hard, especially with a growing skills gap. Mazak Corporation is leading the region's charge for talent attraction and retention.

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A Talent for Talent

Finding and attracting the right talent can be hard, especially with a growing skills gap. Mazak Corporation is leading the region's charge for talent attraction and retention.

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January 2022

PRESS RELEASE: Military Veterans Make a Difference at Mazak

Mazak North America credits veterans as essential to its ongoing hiring efforts and its ability to move past the skills gap that challenges companies throughout the manufacturing industry. With 18 new veteran hires in 2021, the Mazak staff now includes 87 veterans in departments ranging from field service and parts to production and purchasing.

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