Breton Ultrix

5-Axis Vertical Machining Center with Trunnion Table For Milling and Turning with High Power and High Precision

A robust and stable Metalquartz base frame and a

dedicated boring bar

for a full range of operations on a single machining center. Ideal for

roughing, semi-finishing and finishing operations on superalloys, steel, lightweight alloy, or composites.

Travels (X,Y,Z):

ULTRIX 900

X: 35.4 in.

Y: 35.4 in.

Z: 23.6 in.

ULTRIX 1200

X: 45.3 in.

Y: 39.4 in.

Z: 27.6 in.

ULTRIX 1400

X: 67 in.

Y: 67 in.

Z: 39.4 in.

Superior force, speed, and precision

The major benefit is having multiple production capabilities in a single solution: roughing, semi-finishing, finishing, measurement, inspection and quality control of surfaces. Meticulous design and structural optimization assisted by a digital twin made it possible to develop a machine that combines force and robustness for roughing phases with speed and precision for superfinishing operations.

Dedicated Boring Bar

Breton Ultrix has an exclusive solution composed of a vertical boring bar rigidly secured to the vertical RAM structure. The bar is position-controlled and has powerful hydraulic brakes so it can be locked at any point of its vertical stroke. The ease with which the independent boring bar penetrates the workpiece makes it possible to drastically reduce the number of tools required and the length of the tool holder tapers. This means that turning operations can be performed with higher power and with a significant reduction of vibration.

Metalquartz monobloc

Metalquartz is a special Breton patented polymer matrix quartz compound that guarantees high mechanical strength, vibration damping, and a thermal expansion coefficient similar to that of steel. Thanks to this technology, the base frame of the various versions of Ultrix guarantees reduction of vibrations and consequently greater precision of processed parts.

Advanced connectivity and technology

Breton Ultrix was developed by exploiting the capabilities of the Digital Twin which, thanks to simulations conducted in a virtual environment, allows targeted optimization of design choices with consequent gains in performance. Ultrix is available with the very latest Heidenhain and Siemens controls. The machine is fully connectorised for rapid programming and maintenance. This solution allows integration with Industry 4.0 software to analyze operating statistics, optimize operations, and for predictive maintenance.

Designed around your needs

Ultrix is available in three different sizes and configurable to suit specific application sectors. This means Ultrix can offer optimal solutions of wet or dry machining of special composites, aluminium, steel, and superalloys. Ultrix is available with a wide range of accessories for each application type, including motor spindles, milling/turning tables, various automations for workpiece loading/unloading, and tool stores with up to 300 cells. In addition, Ultrix can be integrated with additional innovative technologies such as power skiving for gear machining operations.