A view of the Hyundai LV1100RM Vertical Turret Lathe recently installed at Brown Industries. (Photo: Brown Industries/PRNewswire)
Brown Industries added a new vertical turret lathe that is reported to enable turning capacities up to 45.7 inches in diameter.
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Brown Industries, a provider of high-precision machined components, recently expanded its manufacturing capabilities with the installation of an advanced Hyundai LV1100RM Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) that offers live tooling functionality, the company said in a release.
The Hyundai LV1100RM is said to represent the latest in CNC machining technology, enabling turning capacities up to 45.7 inches in diameter and 39.4 inches in length. Its advanced live tooling capabilities enable complex turning and milling operations—including production of features such as cross-holes, keyways, and milled surfaces—to be performed in a single setup. This reduces production time and improve component accuracy, the company said.
According to Brown Industries, the investment marks a pivotal moment in its commitment to serving the construction and heavy equipment sectors, where demand for large-scale, precision-machined components continues to grow.
“This strategic expansion of our capabilities positions Brown Industries as a premier solutions provider for construction equipment manufacturers and other heavy industry clients,” said Zachary Davis, owner of Brown Industries, in the release. “The addition of the Hyundai LV1100RM with live tooling functionality significantly enhances our ability to produce complex, large-scale components with unprecedented precision and efficiency.”
The new VTL’s capabilities are said to specifically address the evolving needs of the construction industry, where equipment manufacturers require increasingly sophisticated components with tighter tolerances and more complex geometries.
Among the key benefits of the new vertical turret lathe installation are enhanced precision through advanced CNC controls and rigid machine construction; improved cost-efficiency for clients through streamlined production processes; and enhanced quality control through integrated measurement and verification systems, the release stated.
“Our investment in the Hyundai LV1100RM reflects our deep understanding of the construction industry’s needs and our commitment to providing solutions that enhance our clients’ competitive advantage,” Davis added. “This capability expansion allows us to better serve not only construction equipment manufacturers but also clients in other heavy machinery sectors.”
The new equipment is now fully operational and integrated into Brown Industries’ quality management system, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality components that are reported to meet or exceed industry standards. This investment aligns with the company’s long-term strategy of investing in advanced manufacturing technologies to meet the evolving needs of its core markets, according to the release.
“With this addition to our facility, we are now one of the few manufacturers able to provide live tooling on parts of this scale,” Davis stated.