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Saginaw Machine Systems (SMS)

Vertical turning machines for medium to high quantities

SMS

Innovative vertical turning machines for individual requirements

With over 40 years of experience in manufacturing and over 150 years of company history, SMS is not only the abbreviation for "Saginaw Machine Systems", but also the synonym for "Superior Machining Solutions".

SMS develops and manufactures high-quality vertical CNC turning machines and double-spindle manufacturing systems for medium to high quantities. Their turning centers enable individual machining solutions for specific challenges and guarantee short cycle times at low part costs.

ADVANTAGES AND HIGHLIGHTS

Vertical double-spindle turning centers for customer-specific components

SMS vertical turning machines are ideal for precise and efficient machining of customer-specific workpieces. Individual processes are developed based on our customer's component designs. These ensure a consistently high level of quality and short cycle times.

The compact SMS Crusader vertical turning machine requires very little floor space and offers easy manual access for loading. This vertical turning machine can easily be adapted for loading via gantries or robots to achieve greater efficiency and throughput.

The SMS Accu-Cell is an efficient double-spindle vertical turning center with a high degree of flexibility as a separate unit or in conjunction with an integrated production system. Automation can be achieved by adapting it with an overhead gantry or a robot loading cell to achieve greater efficiency and throughput.

The SMS Challenger is an inverted turning center for the multifunctional machining of different components by turning, milling, drilling, grinding, etc. Its performance, speed, accuracy and reliability make this vertical turning machine the first choice for inverted machining. Structural independence means that tools can be easily and safely tested and changed without interrupting the machining cycle.

Wide-ranging industry sectors

SMS vertical turning machines are used in sectors such as automotive, e-mobility, commercial vehicles and drive systems.

Diverse applications

Vertical turning machines from SMS are ideal for CNC machining of components for transmissions, brakes and axles, ring gears, pinion and differential housings.

Maximum performance

All SMS vertical turning machines are equipped with high-performance motor spindles developed in-house. These persistently master high torsional moments and axial loads at speeds up to 4,000 rpm.

Greatest flexibility

All vertical turning centers from SMS feature a modular structure, which offers maximum flexibility for almost any requirement.

SERIES

Vertical turning machines for the highest demands

SMS Accu-Cell

The SMS Accu-Cell is a powerful, highly robust double spindle vertical turning center for use as a stand-alone machine or in conjunction with an integrated manufacturing system. This turning center provides an easily accessible working area for machining a wide variety of workpieces.

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SMS Crusader

The SMS Crusader is a compact vertical turning center. It requires less space and enables easy manual access for loading. This turning center can easily be adapted for loading via gantries or robots to achieve an increase in efficiency and throughput. The compactness, portability and efficient, clear design permit a high degree of flexibility as a stand-alone machine or in conjunction with an integrated manufacturing system.

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SMS Challenger

The SMS Challenger is a multi-functional, inverted turning center. The inverted spindle considerably simplifies loading and unloading thanks to the integrated gantry loader. Free chip removal ensures a clean work environment and part precision. This multi-process turning machine offers maximum flexibility for producing high-quality parts, including by turning and drilling, grinding or milling through to boring and thread cutting.

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HISTORY

Top turning competence since 1854

You are on the safe side with SMS double-spindle vertical turning machines when it comes to precise and efficient CNC machining of workpieces, including those for the automotive industry. SMS has repeatedly set new standards in innovative turning technologies since 1854.

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1854

Wickes commences production of sawmill machinery in Saginaw (USA)

1927

Saginaw Machine and Tool manufactures the first rotary machines

1935

Wickes manufactures rotary machines for crankshaft machining

1963

Wickes acquires Kux Machine and produces casting machines

1968

Wickes acquires Saginaw Machine and Tool

1979

Wickes acquires Drillmation and manufactures deep drilling machines

1981

The Wickes Machine Tool Group is established

1983

Saginaw Machine Systems, Inc. is launched and acquires Wickes Machine Tool Group

1991

SMS acquires the New Britain vertical turning machine product line

1992

SMS acquires Advanced Technologies, Inc. with products for testing welded joints and leaks

2007

SMS becomes part of the Fair Friend Group (FFG)

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Eike Fretzer

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E-Maileike.fretzer@mag-ias.com

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Telephone+49 172 7 91 71 68

E-Maileike.fretzer@mag-ias.com

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Telephone+49 172 7 91 71 68

BRAND

MACHINE TOOLS FROM THE TECHNOLOGY LEADERS

SMS

Innovative vertical turning machines for individual requirements

ADVANTAGES AND HIGHLIGHTS

Vertical double-spindle turning centers for customer-specific components

Wide-ranging industry sectors

Diverse applications

Maximum performance

Greatest flexibility

SERIES

Vertical turning machines for the highest demands

SMS Accu-Cell

SMS Crusader

SMS Challenger

HISTORY

Top turning competence since 1854

1854

Wickes commences production of sawmill machinery in Saginaw (USA)

1927

Saginaw Machine and Tool manufactures the first rotary machines

1935

Wickes manufactures rotary machines for crankshaft machining

1963

Wickes acquires Kux Machine and produces casting machines

1968

Wickes acquires Saginaw Machine and Tool

1979

Wickes acquires Drillmation and manufactures deep drilling machines

1981

The Wickes Machine Tool Group is established

1983

Saginaw Machine Systems, Inc. is launched and acquires Wickes Machine Tool Group

1991

SMS acquires the New Britain vertical turning machine product line

1992

SMS acquires Advanced Technologies, Inc. with products for testing welded joints and leaks

2007

SMS becomes part of the Fair Friend Group (FFG)

Contact search

This is where you can find the right point of contact for your region

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Thomas Maringer

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer

FFG Europe & Americas

Giuseppe Dall'Ora

FFG Europe & Americas

Eike Fretzer