Ingersoll Machine Tools, Inc. has begun manufacturing components on its newest in-house gantry milling machine, the Ingersoll MasterMill. The new machine has added significant capacity to Ingersoll’s contractmachining and manufacturing business at its U.S. headquarters. The machine size and flexibility allow Ingersoll to produce parts for a large range of applications. Ingersoll’s MasterMill has an adjustable crossrail and is over 26’ wide between the columns. It is capable of producing parts up to 26’ W x 100’ Lx 21’ H. The work zone includes a 16’ diameter turning and milling table for added capabilities. Automatic, quick-exchange spindle units and cutting tools provide increased productivity. The MasterMill can perform multiple machining operations such as milling, turning and boring. “High-power and high-precision features were engineered into the MasterMill in order to accommodate customers’ rate and quality demands,” said a company spokesperson. “With a 125 kW main spindle drive and utilizing a Siemens 840D for controls, Ingersoll is able to meet and exceeded customer requirements.”Also supporting quality and safety needs is the ability to remotely monitor the machine. Managers and application engineers can view real-time manufacturing progress from their computers. Additionally, the MasterMill is located in a climate-controlled room, which has access for large part delivery and pickup. To date, the machine has produced large components for US companies in wind energy, transportation, mining, nuclear power plant and gas turbine industries. It also produces structural components for Ingersoll machines. In addition to sub-contract manufacturing and engineering services, Ingersoll Machine Tools is a supplier of large machine tools and automated fiber placement equipment for metalcutting and composite applications. For more information contact: Ingersoll Machine Tools, Inc. 707 Fulton Avenue Rockford, IL61 103 United States 815-987-6000 info@ingersoll.com www.ingersoll.com