Horizontal machining centers

159 Machines

Horizontal machining centers are ideal machines for serial production of components of small, medium, and large sizes, characterized by high automation and continuous productivity. On Makinate you will find a wide selection of quality used horizontal machining centers from top international manufacturers such as Mazak, Mori Seiki, DMG, Doosan, Okuma, Kitamura, Haas, Makino and many other leading brands in the CNC machine tool industry.

Distinctive features of horizontal machining centers

Horizontal machining centers are characterized by a key feature: the horizontal position of the spindle combined with the presence of at least two tables or pallets, allowing the machine to operate without downtime.... This configuration makes these machining centers perfect for high-volume production needs, where efficiency and continuity of the production cycle are critical factors for business competitiveness. Horizontal machining centers always include pallet changers, as well as automatic tool changers and tool magazines, ensuring full automation of the machining process.

Standard 4-axis configuration

Horizontal machining centers are always equipped with 4 axes, where the fourth axis is represented by the rotational movement of the table or pallet. This configuration allows the tool to reach and machine the four lateral faces of the workpiece without requiring manual repositioning. Depending on whether the rotation of the table is continuously controlled or indexed by degrees, positioning efficiency may vary. Continuous rotation provides greater flexibility and precision, while indexed rotation is suitable for standardized machining operations.

Pallet changer system and masked time machining

The pallet changer is a fundamental distinguishing feature of horizontal machining centers. In the standard configuration, these machines are always equipped with a dual pallet system that enables masked time machining:

The operator can set up the external pallet with a new workpiece while the machine is still machining internally
Once machining is complete, the automatic pallet changer moves the finished workpiece outward
At the same time, the prepared pallet is moved into the machining area
The finished parts are then removed from the pallets and replaced with new components

This solution minimizes downtime due to setup operations, allowing significant time savings and a considerable increase in hourly productivity.

Multipallet configurations for large productions

For large batch production requirements, instead of the two pallets typically found on standard horizontal machining centers, multipallet carousel systems may be used. These carousels hold multiple pallets, usually at least 6 or more, to provide the machine with greater production autonomy. This configuration is particularly advantageous for large-scale serial production, where continuity of the machining cycle provides a decisive competitive advantage. The multipallet system allows the machine to operate continuously for extended periods, maximizing productive capacity utilization.

Common technical specifications

The horizontal machining centers available in our catalog come in various technical configurations. Pallet sizes typically range from 400 x 400 mm to 500 x 500 mm and beyond, with load capacities reaching several hundred kilograms per pallet. The X, Y, and Z axes strokes generally range from 500 mm to over 800 mm, depending on the model. Spindles are equipped with ISO 40, ISO 50, or BT40 tool holders, with rotation speeds up to 12,000–13,000 rpm and power outputs from 15 kW up to 26 kW and more. Tool magazines commonly hold between 50 and 100 tools, ensuring extensive operational versatility.The used horizontal machining centers available on Makinate are equipped with the most reliable CNC controls in the industry, including Fanuc (16iM, 16iMB and others), Mazatrol (for Mazak centers), Siemens (840D and other configurations), and other professional CNC systems. These controls allow efficient management of pallet rotation, automatic tool changing, and all advanced functions required for complex, automated production processes.

Ideal production applications

Horizontal machining centers are particularly suitable for:

Serial production of medium-sized mechanical components
Machining operations requiring access to multiple faces of the workpiece
High-volume production with optimized cycle times
Automotive, aerospace, precision mechanics, and mold sectors
Machining of materials such as aluminum, steel, and metal alloys

Why choose used horizontal machining centers on Makinate

Purchasing used horizontal machining centers is a strategic investment for companies seeking to increase production capacity while optimizing costs. Each machining center in our catalog is accompanied by a complete technical sheet with detailed specifications on the number of pallets, pallet dimensions and load capacity, axis strokes, spindle features, installed CNC control, tool magazine capacity, table rotation type (continuous or indexed), and overall maintenance conditions. Used horizontal machining centers allow access to advanced production technologies at significantly lower investment costs compared to new machines, while maintaining high standards of reliability, precision, and productivity for high-quality serial production.

Distinctive features of horizontal machining centers

Standard 4-axis configuration

Pallet changer system and masked time machining

The operator can set up the external pallet with a new workpiece while the machine is still machining internally
Once machining is complete, the automatic pallet changer moves the finished workpiece outward
At the same time, the prepared pallet is moved into the machining area
The finished parts are then removed from the pallets and replaced with new components

This solution minimizes downtime due to setup operations, allowing significant time savings and a considerable increase in hourly productivity.

Multipallet configurations for large productions

Common technical specifications

Ideal production applications

Horizontal machining centers are particularly suitable for:

Serial production of medium-sized mechanical components
Machining operations requiring access to multiple faces of the workpiece
High-volume production with optimized cycle times
Automotive, aerospace, precision mechanics, and mold sectors
Machining of materials such as aluminum, steel, and metal alloys

Why choose used horizontal machining centers on Makinate

Used WELE HMC 500 horizontal machining center

Code: M2565335420
Status: Visible
Condition: Good
Year: 2020

Horizontal machining centers

Distinctive features of horizontal machining centers

Standard 4-axis configuration

Pallet changer system and masked time machining

Multipallet configurations for large productions

Common technical specifications

Ideal production applications

Why choose used horizontal machining centers on Makinate

Distinctive features of horizontal machining centers

Standard 4-axis configuration

Pallet changer system and masked time machining

Multipallet configurations for large productions

Common technical specifications

Ideal production applications

Why choose used horizontal machining centers on Makinate

Company

Services

Legal Information

Support

Change language