Vol.75（total.

113）WINTER 2010

TAKAMAZ DATA Vol.15

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Our flagship product for 8-inch chuck machine series is the "XC-150". With new design and cost reduction, this machine achieved a space saving of 20%
floor space as compared to conventional machines.

□ New Year's Greetings  □ Product Lineup  □ Introduction of Users  □ Topics  □ Introduction of Staff Members
□ Takamaz Emag Newsletter  □ NC Schooling Schedule  □ Products Making News
 Ta k a m a z D r e a m o f 2 0 1 0

GASHOU ※

※ This is a word used to celebrate

the new year in Japanese.
It is also used in Japan's
traditional "new year's
greeting card" exchanges.

Takamaz better serves customers through enhanced

business concept and machine design development.

Happy New Year.
We, at TAKAMAZ, and with you, our dear customers, would
like to welcome this new year, 2010, with great enthusiasm.
Last year in the midst of a recession the worsening of the
profitability in many companies is compounded with high
unemployment and the decline in consumer spending. In the
automotive industry, which is one of Japan's leading industries,
there is an increase in sales due to the effect of tax break for
environment friendly cars in Japan and adopted by many
countries and consequently, the adjustments of parts inventory.
There will be a short-term better sales performance but it will
be far below than the peak performance.
However, Asian countries have already been helping our
economy. This economic recovery in Asia is expected to
become a leading force in the world for economic recovery in
the future.
Even in this kind of economic condition, we, at TAKAMAZ,
strive to better serve you, our customers, with your cooperation
through "Business Proposal" enhancements comprising better
processing method, and machine cell configuration, through
implementation of detailed maintenance and service, and
continued focus on developing new products to meet your
demand.
As announced last year, the "X-S700" and "XC-100" are
machines smaller in size and energy efficient as compared to
standard TAKAMAZ machines achieving a new product that
contributes to increased productivity per unit area. TAKAMAZ
will be glad to offer these machines when you consider
investment in new facilities and equipment.
TAKAMAZ is celebrating its 50-year anniversary this year. I
would like to thank you for continuously patronizing TAKAMAZ
though just gratitude is not enough. A continues to
progress with you in the future
as TAKAMAZ focuses on the
development and provision of a
"Profitable Machine". TAKAMAZ
looks forward to your support
and encouragement.
Thank You.
President

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Full Line Up
Xseries
1-spindle 1-turret Our accumulated production
count is proof of reliability.
X-100 X-120
This is a TAKAMAZ standard
that has evolved for single lathes.

Display of Main Attachments

Number of Spindle
C-axis Sub-spindle
turret stations
indexing
Spindle
Horizontal indexing
linear type Tailstock
(electric/
mechanical)
*
Environmentally
Y-axis control Power tool friendly design

＝Chuck size

* 1 Environmentally friendly products that include energy-saving features,

compact design, oil-free structure, and so on.
6 inch Main : 6 inch、Collet
（8 inch 0pt.） Sub : 5 inch、Collet
* On some pictures, there are special specifications.

X-12 X-150 XC-100

NEW

6 inch、Collet 8 inch 6 inch

XC-150 X-180 X-20 Hi server

8 inch 8 inch 8 inch

Shaft Cutting Machine

X-200 SX-07 X-S700
NEW

Main : 8 inch（10 inch 0pt.）、Collet Main : Collet、

（5 inch 0pt.） 8 inch
Sub : 6 inch、Collet Sub：Collet （10 inch 0pt.）

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Full Line Up
®

XDseries XD-5 XD-8(t) XD-10i

WAVE
series
USL
series
TURN
series
2-spindle 1-slide
1-spindle 1-slide 1-spindle 1-slide 1-spindle 1-slide
Horizontal Horizontal Horizontal
linear type linear type linear type

One spindle performs loading

The world's smallest manual A futuristic slim design that The CNC Linear Turret lathe that provides
while the other is machining.
CNC precision lathe of its class. improves on the inevitable. thorough solutions for all requirements.
Production rates doubled within
High-quality, low-cost unit Incorporates an incredible The best in its class for swift
the same space !
now available. space-saving design. rapid traverse !

J-WAVE USL-300 USL-480 mini-TURN TOP-TURNII

Collet ×2 5 inch、Collet ×2 Collet、
（6 inch、8 inch 0pt.）×2

XWseries
2-spindle 2-turret Simultaneous double-side machining and
single-process machining collected together
within a single unit for completion processing.
The functions of two units within the space of a single unit.

XW-30 XW-40 XW-50 XW-80 Ring cone : Collet Type A : 6 inch

6 4 inch、Collet 3 inch、Collet 3 inch、Collet Hydraulic : Collet、（5 inch 0pt.） Type B : 8 inch

3 inch(Air)、Collet ×2 5 inch、Collet ×2 4 inch、Collet ×2 6 inch ×2

XW-80M XW-150 XW-180

TAKAMAZ EMAG deals with all EMAG
products including
the models shown below: Vertical spindle pick-up lathe. Model combining turning and automated
Please feel free to contact us if you Turning and fully automated processes are functions that originally need to be integrated.
have any questions. possible on a single machine with a minimal The VSC series exercises high performance in
TAKAMAZ EMAG Co., Ltd. footprint. loading large (max. 340 mm in cutting
Te l : +81 (0)76-274-1409 The design of this series involves the diameter) and heavy workpieces thanks to its
Fax: +81 (0)76-274-8530 uncompromising pursuit of high productivity, high level of power, unparalleled stable
reliable high precision, and exceptionally stable accuracy, reliable operation and excellent
processes, together with user-friendly operability. operability.
6 inch ×2 8 inch ×2 8 inch ×2

XYseries
Multi-turning XY-120 XY-1000 XY-2000
QM-32SA+ -M2000
Vertical Machining Center+TAKAMAZ roader system
LTC-35C
CNC PRECISION LATHE

Takamatsu Machinery Co., Ltd. is also

Two-spindle and two-turret
are able to cast off
processing methods with
ease.
Compound machining
available with short cycle
time.
Main : 6 inch、Collet
Sub : 5 inch、Collet
#1・#2 spindle：6 inch
selling the LEADWELL/FEELER products
of the FAIR FRIEND ENTERPRISE
Co.,LTD(Taiwan).
Provide design and manufacture of loader,
robot and jig. Please feel free to contact
your nearest sales office with any
#1・#2 spindle：8 inch questions.
This ATC tool changer is capable of storing 24
tools and smoothly exchanging them at high
speed in 1.9 seconds. The slideway achieves
a fast-feed speed of 48m/min on both the X and
Y axes, while achieving powerful machining
due to the use of AC15/18.5kW spindle motor.
15 in. chuck CNC Lathe Machine. Turret tool change
time is 1.7 seconds. X-axis slide with speed of
15m/mm, and Z-axis with speed of 20m/mm are
achieved. A symmetrically structured headstock is
adopted. The thermal distortion as a result of cutting
over a long period of time is prevented making it
applicable to heavy cutting.

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Full Line Up
®

XDseries XD-5 XD-8(t) XD-10i

WAVE
series
USL
series
TURN
series
2-spindle 1-slide
1-spindle 1-slide 1-spindle 1-slide 1-spindle 1-slide
Horizontal Horizontal Horizontal
linear type linear type linear type

One spindle performs loading

The world's smallest manual A futuristic slim design that The CNC Linear Turret lathe that provides
while the other is machining.
CNC precision lathe of its class. improves on the inevitable. thorough solutions for all requirements.
Production rates doubled within
High-quality, low-cost unit Incorporates an incredible The best in its class for swift
the same space !
now available. space-saving design. rapid traverse !

J-WAVE USL-300 USL-480 mini-TURN TOP-TURNII

Collet ×2 5 inch、Collet ×2 Collet、
（6 inch、8 inch 0pt.）×2

XWseries
2-spindle 2-turret Simultaneous double-side machining and
single-process machining collected together
within a single unit for completion processing.
The functions of two units within the space of a single unit.

XW-30 XW-40 XW-50 XW-80 Ring cone : Collet Type A : 6 inch

6 4 inch、Collet 3 inch、Collet 3 inch、Collet Hydraulic : Collet、（5 inch 0pt.） Type B : 8 inch

3 inch(Air)、Collet ×2 5 inch、Collet ×2 4 inch、Collet ×2 6 inch ×2

XW-80M XW-150 XW-180

TAKAMAZ EMAG deals with all EMAG
products including
the models shown below: Vertical spindle pick-up lathe. Model combining turning and automated
Please feel free to contact us if you Turning and fully automated processes are functions that originally need to be integrated.
have any questions. possible on a single machine with a minimal The VSC series exercises high performance in
TAKAMAZ EMAG Co., Ltd. footprint. loading large (max. 340 mm in cutting
Te l : +81 (0)76-274-1409 The design of this series involves the diameter) and heavy workpieces thanks to its
Fax: +81 (0)76-274-8530 uncompromising pursuit of high productivity, high level of power, unparalleled stable
reliable high precision, and exceptionally stable accuracy, reliable operation and excellent
processes, together with user-friendly operability. operability.
6 inch ×2 8 inch ×2 8 inch ×2

XYseries
Multi-turning XY-120 XY-1000 XY-2000
QM-32SA+ -M2000
Vertical Machining Center+TAKAMAZ roader system
LTC-35C
CNC PRECISION LATHE

Takamatsu Machinery Co., Ltd. is also

Two-spindle and two-turret
are able to cast off
processing methods with
ease.
Compound machining
available with short cycle
time.
Main : 6 inch、Collet
Sub : 5 inch、Collet
#1・#2 spindle：6 inch
selling the LEADWELL/FEELER products
of the FAIR FRIEND ENTERPRISE
Co.,LTD(Taiwan).
Provide design and manufacture of loader,
robot and jig. Please feel free to contact
your nearest sales office with any
#1・#2 spindle：8 inch questions.
This ATC tool changer is capable of storing 24
tools and smoothly exchanging them at high
speed in 1.9 seconds. The slideway achieves
a fast-feed speed of 48m/min on both the X and
Y axes, while achieving powerful machining
due to the use of AC15/18.5kW spindle motor.
15 in. chuck CNC Lathe Machine. Turret tool change
time is 1.7 seconds. X-axis slide with speed of
15m/mm, and Z-axis with speed of 20m/mm are
achieved. A symmetrically structured headstock is
adopted. The thermal distortion as a result of cutting
over a long period of time is prevented making it
applicable to heavy cutting.

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TAKAMAZ supports world-class machine tool manufacturing

Snap-on Inc. equipment. Snap-On markets its entire range of products

Address: 7939 North Faulkner Rd. through an extensive international network of subsidiaries,
Milwaukee WI, 53224
T E L: 1-414-355-7445 dealers, and representatives. The company considers itself
F A X: 1-414-355-0329 the originator of the mobile van method of marketing hand
Plant Manager: tools.
Mr.Michael H. Opgenorth

Importer: YUASA International Inc. How are you using TAKAMAZ's products?
Plant Manager
We now have 33 TAKAMAZ Model XD-10i machines to
Mr.Michael H. Opgenorth
which we use to produce various size Sockets from a forged
Tell us about your company from its foundation blank. The TAKAMAZ Machines has allowed us to drastically
up to the present. increase productivity and has significantly lowered our overall
We have a long history founded in 1920 by Joe Johnson and process costs including material and labor. We have found
William A. Seidemann. Prior to Johnson's idea for the factory installation automation components from
"interchangeable sockets," the socket wrenches used by TAKAMAZ to be of superior
mechanics were one-piece units. Professional auto quality and reliability.
mechanics quickly recognized the efficiency and flexibility Recently we have included a
that resulted from pairing many sockets with few handles. drilling and marking process
From the beginning, sales were generated by demonstrating to compliment the fully
the benefits of the novel tool sets directly to the customers. automated turning, resulting
New tools were added to the line, and a catalog was with a completed part ready
published in 1923. By 1925, 165 salesmen were to ship. We intend to buy
demonstrating and distributing Snap-On tools. many more TAKAMAZ
machines in the future and to
recommend TAKAMAZ to our
facilities World Wide.

Do you have any requests for TAKAMAZ ?

Our future factory plans include TAKAMAZ automated
turning equipment to replace and automate current manually
operated process such as de-burring and polishing to name
a few. The overall reliability of the equipment has given us
the confidence to venture into pursing TAKAMAZ Automation
What are some characteristics of your company ? for many shop manufacturing process which now requires a
Snap-On, Incorporated is one of the largest and most great deal of labor involvement.
successful manufacturers and marketers of hand tools, Interviewer: YUASA INTERNATIONAL INC.
power tools, shop equipment, diagnostic equipment, collision EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Mr.Christpher Burd
repair equipment, and emissions/safety equipment in the
United States. The company makes hand tools such as Thank you for your valuable comments.
wrenches, sockets, pliers, ratchets, screwdrivers; power tools The global standard breakthrough of the activity of your
such as pneumatic (air) and corded (electric) drills, sanders, company is truly spectacular. Our company will strive to be a
and polishers; and a host pioneer in machine tools. We are looking forward to a long-
of other items like wheel term relationship with you in the future, thank you.
balancing and alignment
equipment for cars, tool TAKAMATSU MACHINERY USA,INC. Yuichi Ohara
chests and cabinets for
industrial, automotive,
and aerospace storage
applications, and engine
and emission analyzing

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 To p i c s

Participated in Kanazawa University Businessman and Serviceman Skill Upgrade

Manufacturing Business Research Training Conference
On November 2nd of last year, As part of the integrated effort of the Japan Small Machine Tool
the first Kanazawa University Manufacturers Association, skill workshop mainly for businessmen
Manufacturing Business and servicemen was held at each of the meeting halls in Tokyo,
Research and Technology Osaka and Nagoya. Takamaz branch employees attended each
Exchange Fair was held at location. Mr. Shinichi Tsuruta,
the Kanazawa University representative of Business Skills
Natural Science Lecture Institute, gave instructions on
Building. This exchange strengthening sales strategies
meeting is between students and technicians from leading Hokuriku companies and presentation skills by
regarding technical studies and corporate contact information for students. This is offering a course for specialized
a valuable opportunity for exchange views between students and companies. training in business skills.

MECT2009 Exhibition Metalex Thailand 2009 Exhibition

On October 14 ~ 17 of last On November 19 ~ 22, for four days, Metalex 2009 was held in
year, for four days, Bangkok, Thailand, and TAKAMAZ also put a machine exhibition.
Mechatronics Technology Although the total number of visitors was almost the same
Japan (MECT) 2009 was held at Port Messe Nagoya (Aichi number as last year, there
Prefecture). Amid concerns about the decline in the number were many inquiries for new
of visitors due to the global economic downturn, the number machines, and finally the
of visitors for this year is 90,920 and almost similar to the total tally of inquiries are 5
total number of visitors of previous exhibition making it a times than last year.
vibrant fair. Many people visited our booth and the new Exhibition was certainly felt
"XC-100" "X-S700" models are included on the total of 7 as barometer of recent rapid
machines exhibited. Thank you for visiting our booth. growth of Asian markets.

Ta k a m a z S t a f f

Struggling in an Unfamiliar Work Environment in

Dealing with Different Customers as Motivation
America

Miyuki Maruguchi Yuichi Ohara

TECHNICAL SALES & CUTTING TAKAMATSU MACHINERY USA, INC.
(26 years old, Blood Type A) (47 years old, Blood Type B)

Favorite phrase: Gratitude and Compassion Favorite phrase: Haste makes waste

I am on my fourth year since entering
TAKAMAZ, and on my third year since joining
the Technical Department.
Initially after joining this department, I did
study programming and operation of machines, which was completely different
from my work at the previous department. I was a little bit nervous. But now I
am quite familiar with this work environment and it is fun everyday.
NC schooling is my main responsibility. I instruct customers about machine
operation and programming. I have many chances in dealing with many
different customers, and it is a very good motivation for me. I still have many
shortcomings causing trouble to my superiors and seniors. But I am ambitious
and will continue to work and study hard. Thank you very much.
Thank you always for your help.
With the personnel change of April of last year, I
was transferred from Kanto Branch, where I had
been working for 23 years, to TAKAMATSU
MACHINERY USA (TMU). At Kanto Branch, I was helped a lot by dealers and
customers, and I truly would like to thank them.
Three months have passed since being appointed on this post at TMU. During the
preparation for my move to TMU, pandemic influenza outbreak caused me to cancel
my planned first visit to the USA. Eventually, I was able to visit USA but without any
preparation. Recently, I found my apartment and trying to manage my living in US.
About my work, there are many points that are still unfamiliar as a result of language
barrier. But with the help of the staff of TMU, I am able to visit dealers and end users.
Thank you.

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Two Cutting Areas on One Independent Unit

TAKAMAZ EMAG would like to introduce the VSC200/250/400 DUO. The DUO
model has overhead slide units that are mutually independent and can be
programmed. This model is characterized by two separate processing areas.
Therefore, the spindles can be used for the same or different cutting cycles.
In addition, TAKAMAZ EMAG has VSC TWIN, VSC TRIO where processing of
two to three workpieces at the same time is possible by using only one program.

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At TAKAMAZ EMAG, we offer a wide variety of machines. If you have any
questions, please feel free to contact us.
※Picture shows the VSC TRIO

【Contact】takamaz-emag@takamaz.co.jp

Products Making Ne ws

Produces Its Own Power! The World's First NC schooling schedule

"Eco-Toys". What is it? Schooling dates for January, February and March are
scheduled as follows. To apply, please contact our sales
division two weeks prior to the schooling date to attend.
For a toy that needs power, it needs a battery or
The schooling dates for January are already full and
connection to an outlet. The birth of "Eco Toy" that registration is closed.
has its own power generation feature has created a ( are for fundamental course, are company holidays*.)
buzz. Developed by Russimco company of the *Depending on the department, the may be set other
United Kingdom, this "Ecotronic" is equipped with than set holidays for productivity adjustment.
features that better power toys without the batteries.
By shaking a toy, or rotating a handle on the toy,
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sun mon tue wed thu fri sat
power generation on the toy is possible. There are
Left Picture shows Eco Robot Head (¥6,825,
a total of six types that has lights blinking, sounds 1 2
for 8 years old and up). By touching the wire
ringing, and stimulates curiosity of children. These on the head, voice of the robot can be heard.
are available for ages 1 year old~, 3 years old~, 6 Right Picture shows Eco Rocket (¥5,880 for 3
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
years old- and 8 years old and up providing a wide years and up). You can recharge this toy by

Printed on January 2010

turning its handle. Hear the countdown and
range of toys from toddlers. They come in various realistic roaring sound.
forms such as ducks, mobile phones, and robots 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
that are attractive for their high design quality.
This toy can raise awareness of the environment while you enjoy playing it. There are 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
many grocery and toy stores that sell these. Don't you want to buy one?
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