4th generation horizontal machining centers bring advances in speed and precision

Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in the November/December 2025 print edition of Aerospace Manufacturing and Design under the headline “4th generation horizontal machining centers.”

NHX 4000 / 5000 4th Generation
PHOTOS COURTESY DMG MORI

The newest generation of horizontal machining centers, NHX 4000 / 5000 4th Generation, offers increased spindle output and feed rates, shorter cycle times, reduced energy consumption through integrated coolant and inverter control, and minimized maintenance workload thanks to advanced chip management for fast, stable, and cost-efficient high-precision machining.

Customers can reduce cycle times with the speedMASTER spindle at 400V with up to 50% more output and rapid traverse speeds of 70m/min. For stable automation, DMG MORI offers dedicated solutions for chip, coolant, and mist management. The optional zero-sludgeCOOLANT pro system with its high-capacity vertical coolant tank enables continued unmanned operation while minimizing maintenance work.

The ERGOline X control panel combines a wide screen touch panel with hardware buttons into an intuitive interface. The integrated CELOS X software supports the latest applications, driving digital transformation (DX) on the shop floor.

The NHX 4th Generation supports sustainable manufacturing by improving overall production efficiency. Energy consumption of peripherals is reduced through integrated coolant pumps, inverter control, and valve optimization.

NHX 4000 4th Generation machining area.

Main features

  • Up to 15% shorter cycle times compared to previous models
  • Standard spindle with max. 20,000rpm for higher material removal during high-speed aluminum machining
  • X/Y/Z-axis rapid traverse speed increase from 60m/min to 70m/min
  • Optimized acceleration control to reduce non-cutting time for short distances
  • CELOS Chatter Control for automatic chatter detection and one-touch parameter changes on NC programs
  • Standard 60-tool ring magazine for fast indexing
  • Optional ring, chain, and rack type magazines for up to 300 tools
  • Rotable ERGOline X H2M interface for improved operability and easy workpiece & spindle access
  • Standard magazine operation panel supports all tool setup related operations
  • Dual-axis motorized nozzles for efficient cleaning and AI chip removal to prevent chip accumulation
  • Standard zero-sludgeCOOLANT for fine sludge filtration
  • Optional zero-sludgeCOOLANT pro for long periods of continuous operation
  • Mist collection by zeroFOG
  • In-house developed transformer & GREENmode for sustainable production
  • Science Based Targets-certified for CO₂ reduction across the whole supply chain

DMG MORI USA Inc.
https://dmgmori.com

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