Since Waldrich Coburg introduced its first series-produced (as opposed to bespoke manufactured) machining centre in two sizes nearly four years ago, 30 of the Taurus machines have been sold internationally. Taurus models are described as small, portal-type machining centres, but with axis travels of 5,000 by 3,500 by 1,500 mm and 6,000 by 4,000 by 1,500 mm, plus a 2,000 mm W-axis, they are large by most standards.
The Taurus 30 Gemini, an alternative version of the larger of the two existing machines, will combine structural stability with higher speed machining to satisfy users looking for elevated levels of productivity, as well as good surface finish and high accuracy. Suited to mould and die production, the machine and is capable of both roughing at up to 63 kW/1,500 Nm and high-speed finishing at up to 20,000 rpm. A notable feature of the design is vibration-damping, wear-free, hydrostatic guideways in all axes.
