Mumbai: The popular HaasTec show is returning to India this year. Managed by the Haas Factory Outlet (HFO) in India (Phillipscorp, CNCSSIPL division), the HaasTec will take place on 09-12 December at Auto Cluster, PCMC, Pune.

In line with previous HaasTec events, a number of innovative, affordable Haas CNC machine tools will be on view. Machines like UMC-750 five-axis universal machining centre and the ST-35 big bore CNC lathe will be on display. All of the Haas CNC machine tools on display will be powered and performing demonstrations, cutting metal. Haas specialists from the HFO will be available to guide visitors through the demonstrations and answer any questions about the machines.

The UMC-750 five-axis vertical machining centre offers a capacity of 762 x 508 x 508 mm in the X, Y and Z-axis respectively. It features a two-axis inbuilt trunnion rotary table and a 40-taper, 22.4 kW, 12000 rpm direct drive spindle. Other features of this advanced machine include a 40+1 side mount tool changer, 25.4 m/min rapids, co-ordinate rotation and scaling, rigid tapping, a wireless intuitive probing system and a 284 litre flood coolant system.

The Haas ST-35 big bore CNC lathe can accommodate bars up to 102 mm in diameter and offers a capacity of 533 (dia) x 660 mm (length) with 806 mm of swing. The 29.8 kW, 2400 rpm spindle is served by a two-speed gearbox, while additional features include a 381 mm chuck, 12-station bolt-on turret and rigid tapping capability.

Other Haas CNC machine tool models scheduled to appear at both HaasTec events include the ST-10Y turning centre with Y-axis, the ever popular DT-1 Drill Tap machine with new 30 taper 15,000 rpm spindle, a VF-2 VMC, a VF-2SS, Mini Mill and the VF-7/50 VMC. Visitors are invited to bring along components or drawings for a full evaluation of optimised machining solutions. Indeed, the HaasTec events will also feature a number of the company’s industrial partners, all able to offer complementary technologies and advice.

Demonstrations, tours and a live Q&A counter will be among other event highlights.

For pre-registration to be a part of this event: www.haascnc.com/openhouse