fræsecentre

Fræsecentre are CNC milling machines designed to perform a range of milling and related operations in a single setup. Equipped with an automatic tool changer and a rigid, multi-axis structure, they enable efficient manufacturing of complex parts with high repeatability. The term is used in Danish and wider Northern European industry to describe what in English is called a milling center or CNC milling machine. A fræsecenter typically combines a spindle, precise workholding (table or pallet system), and a multi-axis control to perform milling, drilling, tapping, and boring operations.

Configurations vary: vertical machining centers (VMC) and horizontal machining centers (HMC) exist, with 3, 4, or 5 axes. 4- and 5-axis models allow additional rotational motion, enabling complex geometries and shorter setups. Common features include automatic tool changers, pallet or magazine systems, rigid tapping, high-speed spindles, coolant systems, and integrated chip management.

Applications: used across automotive, aerospace, medical device, mold making, and general engineering sectors. They can produce holes, pockets, contours, gears, and complex free-form surfaces, often with high surface finish and tight tolerances. They are suited for both high-volume production and precision prototyping, especially when combined with CAM software and automated material handling.

Considerations: while fræsecentre offer high accuracy and automation, they require significant investment, skilled operators and programmers, regular maintenance, and appropriate fixtures and CAM workflows. Total cost of ownership depends on usage, spindle load, and automation level.