Looking for the top milling machine manufacturers in the world? Look no further than this comprehensive guide from MachineMfg.com.
From China’s Beiyi Machine Tool to Japan’s Okuma, this article covers the leading companies in the industry and their innovative products. With a focus on intelligent and integrated manufacturing, these companies are at the forefront of CNC machine tool technology.
Whether you’re in the market for heavy and super-heavy gantry milling machines or CNC vertical and horizontal lathes, this article has got you covered. Not only does it provide an overview of each company’s history and products, but it also highlights their commitment to service and sustainability.
As the manufacturing industry faces challenges such as labor shortages, these companies are leveraging advanced technologies like IoT and AI to create more intelligent production sites.
So, whether you’re a seasoned industry professional or just starting out, this article is a must-read for anyone interested in milling machine technology and the companies driving its innovation.
Top Milling Machine Manufacturers
1. BYJC
Country: China
Founded: 1949
About the company:
Beijing Beiyi Machine Tool Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Beiyi Machine Tool”) is a state-owned provider of intelligent and integrated manufacturing and services for CNC machine tools.
Currently headquartered in Shunyi Park of Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park, the company has 13 subsidiaries, including two wholly-owned overseas subsidiaries: Germany’s Wadrich Coburg Machine Tool Company and Italy’s C. B Ferrari Company.
As old as the Republic, Beiyi Machine Tool always adheres to the enterprise spirit of “excellent manufacturing and pursuit of excellence”, with technological innovation as the driving force for the company’s sustainable development.
The company has a “nationally recognized enterprise technology center,” a testing and calibration laboratory recognized by CNAS laboratories, and has won many national major scientific and technological projects in recent years for “high-end CNC machine tools and basic manufacturing equipment.
Beiyi Machine Tool’s main products include heavy and super heavy gantry milling machines, heavy vertical lathes, heavy floor boring and milling machines, CNC inverted lathes, turning and milling composite machines, grinders, machining centers, automatic production lines, functional parts, etc. The company has the ability to provide users with complete sets of equipment and processes.
Beiyi Machine Tool’s users come from industries such as ships, power generation equipment, metallurgy, rail transit, automobiles, molds, and general machinery.
The company always puts the service to its users in a prominent position. With the mission of “being the technologist of users and the backbone of the equipment industry,” Beiyi Machine Tool is committed to the transformation and upgrading of the machine tool industry, to becoming a globally competitive machine tool manufacturing and service supplier, and to becoming the backbone of promoting and realizing “Made in China 2025.
2. QIQIHAR NO.2
Country: China
Founded: 1950
Products: Heavy CNC floor milling and boring machines, CNC vertical and horizontal lathes, mechanical presses, CNC special machine tools and other machine tool products, as well as industrial service products such as machine tool overhaul and transformation, equipment remanufacturing, machining, and technical consulting
About the company:
Qiqihar No.2 Machine Tool Co., Ltd. (formerly known as Qiqihar No.2 Machine Tool Factory) relocated from Shenyang to the north in October 1950. In July 2008, it became a part of China General Technology (Group) Holding Co., Ltd.
Over the past 70 years, the company has achieved remarkable success by developing a range of heavy and super heavy CNC machine tools and large complete sets of forging equipment.
Some of the products that the company has successfully developed include CNC milling machines, automatic coolers, heavy floor milling mirror machines, CNC multi-link press production lines, CNC milling support processing centers, wide aluminum production lines, large composite cylinder member tape laying machines, CNC multi-station presses, and large box circumferential seam assembly and welding systems.
As a result, the company has emerged as one of the leading enterprises in China that produce heavy and super heavy CNC machine tools and large complete sets of forging equipment.
The company’s products are mainly heavy and are divided into four categories: metal cutting machine tools, metal forming machine tools, special equipment, and technical services. These products primarily serve national key industries such as civil aviation, civil shipbuilding, automobile, metallurgy, rail transit, and more.
The company has provided over 2000 sets of major equipment to dozens of domestic key enterprises, making important contributions to the development of national basic industries.
3. Mazak
Country: Japan
Founded: 1919
About the company:
Yamazaki Mazak is a leading enterprise in the Japanese machine tool industry and has been at the forefront of overseas production for many years. The company established its first American factory in 1974 and has since set up production bases in Britain, Singapore, and China, making it one of the few machine tool manufacturers with a truly global production system.
Since its inception, Mazak has actively promoted globalization by expanding its production and support bases. Through the provision of high-quality products and technologies, the company has made significant contributions to the development of manufacturing industries worldwide and has continued to uphold its mission of contributing to society and enriching people’s lives.
As the manufacturing industry faces various challenges, including labor shortages, Mazak is leveraging advanced technologies such as IoT and AI to accelerate the development of new products and services. This includes providing customers with solutions to promote automation and create more intelligent production sites.
Yamazaki Mazak (China) Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yamazaki Mazak Co., Ltd. operating in China. The company is responsible for Mazak’s R&D, production, sales, and services in the Chinese market.
Through long-term investment, the company has established a comprehensive customer support system covering production, sales, engineering technology, after-sales service, and spare parts support.
This includes the Yamazaki Mazak China Spare Parts Center, a comprehensive after-sales service facility integrating spare parts, training, and service. The company has also established two advanced intelligent network chemical plants, Ningxia Xiaobairen Machine Tool Co., Ltd. (2000) and Yamazaki Mazak Machine Tool (Liaoning) Co., Ltd. (2013).
In addition, Mazak has set up three technical centers in Shanghai (2008), Guangzhou, and Dalian (2010), which integrate exhibition, spare parts, training, and technical support. The company also operates four technical service centers in Beijing, Chongqing, Suzhou, and Hangzhou, as well as sales outlets throughout the country.
4. Okuma
Country: Japan
Founded: 1918
About the company:
Okuma Co., Ltd. is one of the largest CNC machine tool factories in Japan, with a history of over 100 years. The company specializes in producing general CNC lathes and machining centers and develops and produces OSP CNC devices in-house. Its products are renowned for their high rigidity, efficiency, stable accuracy, long lifespan, and ease of operation.
The company has a strong global presence with major overseas strongholds, including Okuma America, Okuma Europe, Okuma Singapore Branch, Datong Daisuke Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Daisuke Technology (Thailand), Okuma Australia, Okuma Machine Tool (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Beiyi Okuma (Beijing) Machine Tool Co., Ltd., Korean Technical Service Center, and Okuma India.
Japan Okuma Co., Ltd. started its business in January 1898 and was founded in July 1918. The company is headquartered in Okuchi, Danyu Prefecture, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, with Yamato serving as the general manager. It has 2,908 employees (consolidated as of April 2009) and a capital of 18 billion yen.
Okuma is renowned for its “heat affinity concept” theory, which delivers precision beyond people’s imagination. The company’s reassuring “machine tool without impact” is also a symbol of its innovative spirit.
As a supplier of “integration of machine tools and control devices” for customers, Okuma is committed to manufacturing higher quality products and providing better services to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide.
The company also hopes that more people worldwide can understand and agree with its values: product manufacturing reflects the art of manufacturing and the joy of manufacturers. Unlike ordinary consumer goods, machine tools produced by Japan Okuma Co., Ltd. have a longer service life and can be recycled as steel resources when discarded.
To ensure its products remain sustainable, Okuma focuses on reducing environmental loads and improving the quality of products and services that achieve high productivity.
5. SMTCL
Country: China
Founded: 1933
About the company:
Shenyang Machine Tool Co., Ltd. is a joint-stock enterprise that was jointly initiated by Shenyang No.1 Machine Tool Factory, Zoje Friendship Factory, Shenyang No.3 Machine Tool Factory, and Liaoning Precision Instrument Factory. The company was established in May 1993 and was approved by the Shenyang Economic System Reform Commission in document No. 199231.
In July 1996, with the approval of ZJFSZ No. 1996112 issued by the China Securities Regulatory Commission, the company publicly issued 54 million yuan of common shares to the public. The total capital stock of the company was 215,823,518 yuan after the issuance, and the company was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange with the stock code 00410. It is a subsidiary of Shenyang Machine Tool (Group) Co., Ltd.
Since 2010, Shenyang Machine Tool Co., Ltd. has been committed to improving product quality by using new technologies and materials. Its CNC turret branch successfully replaced ZQSn6-6-3 copper alloy with microcrystalline alloy LZA4205 worm gear special material.
This further improved the quality of CNC turret products of Shenyang Machine Tool Co., Ltd., while simultaneously controlling costs and greatly enhancing the company’s competitiveness.
Shenyang CNC Machine Tool Industrial Park has been relocated and has undergone professional restructuring.
It now comprises nine complete machine enterprises, including Shenyang First Machine Tool Factory, Zoje Machine Tool Co., Ltd., Shenyi Lathe Factory, Zoje Drilling Lithium Machine Factory, Shenyi Heath CNC Machine Tool Business Unit, Zoje Vertical Machining Center Business Unit, Complete Equipment Co., Ltd., Laser Technology Business Unit, and FIDIC CNC Machine Tool Co., Ltd.
Through professional restructuring, business process reengineering, and information construction, Shenyang CNC Machine Tool Industrial Park aims to become a modern CNC machine tool manufacturing base with a global scale.
6. WZ
Country: China
Founded: 1952
Products: Heavy and super heavy vertical lathes, horizontal lathes, floor milling mirror machines, gantry lock milling machines, gear hobbing machines, rotary tables, shield machines, roller drills, railway equipment and various special machinery and equipment
About the company:
Wuhan WZ Machine Tool Group Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”), a subsidiary of China’s Ordnance Industry Group, was one of the 156 key projects during the “First Five Year Plan” period. The company is a large backbone enterprise producing heavy and super heavy machine tools with complete specifications.
In October 2011, the company became a subsidiary unit of China North Industries Group Co., Ltd. and is now the rotating chairman unit of the China Machine Tool Industry Association. It is also the chairman unit of the WZ Machine Tool Branch and the WZ Machine Tool Standardization Committee and an affiliated unit of the Secretariat.
The company currently has over 3,000 on-the-job employees and more than 600 engineering technicians, including seven national experts, 11 provincial and municipal experts, one chief scientist of weaponry, and two scientific and technological leaders.
Through an overall relocation and transformation, the company has become a research and development base for CNC heavy and super heavy machine tools. It boasts leading domestic processing equipment capacity, complete functions, and strong comprehensive manufacturing strength.
It has built a first-class international processing cooperation base in central China, a national enterprise technology center, a national technology innovation demonstration enterprise, a national postdoctoral research workstation, a national strategic alliance for technological innovation in the high-end heavy machine tool industry, and numerous national or industrial innovation platforms.
These include the high-end heavy machine tool engineering research center in the mechanical industry, academician expert workstation, and more.
The company has eight subsidiaries (branches), including WZ Machine Tool Co., Ltd., Wuhan Shanfu Heavy Machine Tool Co., Ltd., WZ Machining Co., Ltd., WZ Metal Structure Engineering Technology Co., Ltd., WZ Equipment Remanufacturing Engineering Co., Ltd., WZ Mining Machinery Co., Ltd., and Asset Management Company.
All of the company’s products have realized numerical control and compound functions. It provides customers with machine tool overhaul and transformation, equipment remanufacturing, machining services, and various castings and metal structure products.
To date, more than 20,000 sets of machine tools developed by the company have been used in China’s energy, transportation, metallurgy, machinery, railway, and other industries. They have also been exported to more than 40 countries and regions.
In recent years, the company has undertaken the development and completion of one national “863” plan project, nine national science and technology major projects, two national debt projects, and more than 10 provincial and municipal scientific research projects. The company has developed a batch of first domestic high-end CNC machine tools with independent intellectual property rights. These machines meet the processing needs of national major projects and have made important contributions to improving the level of China’s equipment manufacturing industry.
The company’s new products have won many awards. The DL250 super heavy numerical control horizontal boring lathe won one of the top ten landmark products of major special projects during the “11th Five Year Plan” period of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China. It also won the awards for major scientific and technological innovation of Ordnance Group in 2012.
The national 863 project CKX5680 CNC seven-axis five-link motor car milling compound machining machine tool won the second prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award and the first prize of the Science and Technology Award of China’s machinery industry in 2012.
The XKD2755 x 570 CNC fixed beam double gantry mobile boring and milling machine won the first prize of Hubei Science and Technology Progress Award.
The super heavy CNC horizontal boring lathe won the “Twelfth Five Year Plan” Award for Major Scientific and Technological Achievements in the Mechanical Industry.
The company has organized the formulation and revision of 36 heavy machine tool standards, presided over and participated in the approval of 47 national and industrial standards, and has obtained more than 120 national patents.
The company has also won honorary titles such as the national “2017 service-oriented manufacturing demonstration enterprise”, the national “demonstration benchmark enterprise for the integration of machine tool industry and industrialization”, the first demonstration unit of China’s industrial major technical equipment, “intelligent manufacturing demonstration enterprise”, “innovative enterprise”, “high-tech enterprise”, and the Wuhan Mayor’s Quality Award.
7. DMG MORI
Country: Germany
Founded: 1956
About the company:
The integration of DMG MORI comes from the rich tradition of machine tool manufacturing in Germany and Japan. Behind the DMG MORI brand, the advantages of MORI SEIKI in 65 years and DMG in 143 years are combined.
Using innovative and cutting-edge technologies, DMG MORI is committed to developing trend-setting products. The company continuously optimizes its products and services and sets technical standards through its accumulated innovation capabilities.
By integrating sales and services, DMG MORI provides a wide range of product lines and a unique market image. The company’s cooperation covers sales and all technical service areas, including customer service, training courses, and technical support.
DMG MORI has about 7,400 employees who work in 164 domestic and international sales and service centers across 76 countries around the world, providing assistance to customers.
8. Makino
Country: Japan
Founded: 1930
About the company:
In 1930, Tsunezo Makino established his first machining workshop in Tokyo, Japan. Today, Tokyo remains the global headquarters of Seino Milling Machine Co., Ltd.
Through its Tokyo headquarters, Makino sells mechanical equipment, tools, and solutions to Japan, mainland China, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Makino’s research and development department in Tokyo has launched a commercial horizontal processing center. As an industry leader in mechanical equipment and systems development and innovation, Makino is committed to meeting future challenges.
Today, Makino’s products are sold in 41 countries and regions around the world. As an industry leader in mechanical design and digital innovation, Makino has launched Loyalty, a high-performance solution.
Makino produces metal cutting and EDM machines with high precision and quality, including horizontal machining centers, vertical machining centers, five-axis machining centers, graphite machining centers, wire EDM machines, and EDM forming machines.
9. DMTG
Country: China
Founded: 1935
Products: CNC flexible modular machine tool and automatic line; Intelligent manufacturing cell and production line; Five axis linkage vertical and horizontal machining center; Vertical and horizontal turning milling compound machining center; High speed and precision machining center; High speed and precision turning center; Industrial robot; CNC system; CNC tool magazine; CNC cutter table; Ball screw; linear guide rail; Electric spindle and high-speed spindle, etc.
About the company:
General Technology Group Dalian Machine Tool Co., Ltd., formerly known as Dalian Machine Tool Factory, was founded in 1935 and is one of the backbone enterprises in China’s machine tool industry.
In 1995, the major state-owned machine tool enterprises in Dalian were merged under the core of Dalian Machine Tool Factory, leading to the establishment of Dalian Machine Tool Group Co., Ltd.
In 2000, the Dalian Modular Machine Tool Research Institute, which was previously under the Ministry of Machinery of the People’s Republic of China, joined the Group in its entirety.
Starting in 2002, the company acquired three foreign machine tool companies, including Ingersoll Production Systems, Crankshaft, and Zmmerman. Additionally, it established eight Sino-foreign joint ventures with companies from the United States, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, South Korea, and other countries.
Supported by the national policy to revitalize the old industrial base in northeastern China and combined with enterprise relocation and transformation, Dalian Machine Tool has built modern “two bases” in the Double D Port and Wafangdian, which consist of the production base of CNC machine tools and the production base of CNC functional parts.
The comprehensive production and manufacturing scale of CNC machine tools and functional parts rank among the top in the country, making it an important base for the industrialization of functional parts and R&D and manufacturing of CNC machine tools, flexible manufacturing systems, and complete sets of automation technologies and equipment in China.
In April 2019, China General Technology Group strategically reorganized Dalian Machine Tool Group and established General Technology Group Dalian Machine Tool Co., Ltd.
Through the introduction, digestion, absorption, integration, and innovation, Dalian Machine Tool has maintained its leading position in domestic product level, with some products reaching the international contemporary level.
The company has participated in nearly 60 major science and technology projects, such as the precision machining technology innovation platform for key parts of automobile engines and research and development of CNC functional components, which have played a vital role in China’s machine tool technology innovation system.
From 2013 to 2016, Dalian Machine Tool accelerated its pace of industrial restructuring and developed 247 new products that meet the requirements of rail transit, new energy, and other industries. These products are domestically leading and internationally advanced, meeting the development needs of strategic emerging industries for high-end CNC machine tools.
For over 80 years, the company has provided more than 500,000 sets of machine tools for China’s automobile, rail transit, engineering machinery, petroleum machinery, mining, metallurgy, and other industries. Its products have been sold to more than 100 countries and regions worldwide, making significant contributions to China’s manufacturing industry.
10. QCMTT
Country: China
Founded: 1965
About the company:
Qinchuan Machine Tool Group Co., Ltd. (referred to as “Qinchuan Group”) is a leading backbone enterprise in China’s machine tool industry that owns several subsidiaries, including Qinchuan Machine Tool Headquarters, Baoji Machine Tool, Hanjiang Machine Tool, Hanjiang Tools, and Walker Gear.
As the R&D and manufacturing base of precision CNC machine tools and complex tools in China, Qinchuan Group has a complete industrial chain, numerous product lines, strong system integration capability, and significant comprehensive competitive advantage. Therefore, it ranks among the world’s famous machine tool enterprise groups.
Qinchuan Group is a national high-tech enterprise and innovative pilot enterprise that has established a national enterprise technology center, academician expert workstation, and post-doctoral research workstation.
As of the end of 2020, the company had a registered capital of 693 million yuan, total assets of 9.218 billion yuan, and 10,176 employees.
The Group has established a development strategy and “5221” development goal of “adhering to the host-driven approach, building strong support for high-end manufacturing and core parts, breaking through the key technologies of intelligent manufacturing and numerical control, and taking the initiative to undertake major national special research and development tasks.”
The company aims to build Qinchuan Group into a leading enterprise in China’s high-end equipment manufacturing industry.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Milling Machine Manufacturer
As someone who has been in the machining industry for years, I know how important it is to choose the right milling machine manufacturer. Here are some factors to consider when making your decision:
Quality of Products
When choosing a milling machine manufacturer, quality should be your top priority. You want to make sure that the machines you purchase are durable, reliable, and will last for years to come. Look for manufacturers who use high-quality materials and have a reputation for producing machines that are built to last.
Customer Service
Customer service is another important factor to consider. You want to work with a manufacturer who is responsive, knowledgeable, and willing to help you with any issues that may arise. Look for manufacturers who offer excellent customer support, including technical assistance and training.
Price and Value for Money
Price is always a consideration when making a purchase, but it shouldn’t be the only factor. You want to find a manufacturer who offers a good value for your money. Look for manufacturers who offer competitive pricing, but also offer features and benefits that make their machines worth the investment.
Technical Support
Finally, technical support is crucial when choosing a milling machine manufacturer. You want to work with a manufacturer who has a team of experienced technicians who can help you with any technical issues that may arise. Look for manufacturers who offer technical support both online and over the phone, as well as on-site support if needed.
In conclusion, when choosing a milling machine manufacturer, it’s important to consider factors such as quality, customer service, price, and technical support. By doing your research and choosing a manufacturer who meets your needs in these areas, you can ensure that you’re making a wise investment in your machining business.
Industry Trends and Innovations
Advancements in CNC Technology
As a milling machine manufacturer, I have noticed a significant trend towards the integration of advanced CNC technology in milling machines. This technology allows for greater precision and accuracy in the milling process, resulting in higher quality products. CNC technology has also made it possible to automate many aspects of the milling process, reducing the need for manual labor and increasing efficiency.
One example of this technology is the use of 5-axis milling machines. These machines can move in multiple directions, allowing for greater flexibility in the milling process. They are also capable of producing complex shapes and designs that would be difficult or impossible to create with traditional milling machines.
Integration with Automation Systems
Another trend that I have noticed in the milling machine industry is the integration of milling machines with automation systems. This allows for a more streamlined and efficient manufacturing process, as well as reducing the need for manual labor. Automation systems can be used to control the milling process, monitor quality, and even perform maintenance tasks.
One example of this technology is the use of robotic arms to load and unload parts from the milling machine. This not only reduces the need for manual labor but also reduces the risk of injury to workers. Automated systems can also be used to perform quality control checks, ensuring that the final product meets the required standards.
Sustainable Manufacturing Practices
Finally, I have noticed a growing trend towards sustainable manufacturing practices in the milling machine industry. This includes the use of environmentally friendly materials, as well as reducing waste and energy consumption.
One example of this trend is the use of eco-friendly lubricants in milling machines. These lubricants are biodegradable and non-toxic, reducing the environmental impact of the manufacturing process. Additionally, there is a growing trend towards the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, to power milling machines.
Overall, these industry trends and innovations are helping to drive the milling machine industry forward, resulting in higher quality products, greater efficiency, and a more sustainable manufacturing process.
Conclusion
In this article, I have provided an overview of some of the top milling machine manufacturers in the world. From the precision and durability of Haas Automation to the versatility and innovation of DMG MORI, each manufacturer has its own unique strengths.
Based on my research and analysis, I would recommend that anyone in the market for a milling machine consider the following factors when making their decision:
- Quality and precision of the machine
- Durability and reliability of the machine
- Customer support and service
- Price and value for money
Ultimately, the best milling machine for you will depend on your specific needs and budget. It is important to do your own research and compare different options before making a purchase.
I hope that this article has provided some helpful information and insights into the world of milling machine manufacturing. As always, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to me.
