Why buy a sliding head? Here are seven good reasons:

• Superb accuracy, cutting takes place at the point of maximum support by the guide bush.
• Unbelievable finish, in many cases eliminating grinding operations.
• Profitability is most important, customers regularly obtain higher hourly rate compared to conventional turning machines.
• Although, machine price is more expensive, the price per part is much lower as second operations are eliminated.
• Complex parts can be hit with 3 tools simultaneously slashing cycle times.
• Unattended running throughout the night.
• Easy to program and operate, swiftly into production.

To find out more about these super machines call Citizen Machinery UK Ltd who have over 25 years experience with this technology pointing to countless installations in all types of industry.

For those who want to know about this technology a brief explanation follows:

Commonly referred to as Swiss Auto, based on the original machine concept for producing watch components, whereby the bar is fed through the machine headstock and is gripped by a collet. Superb accuracy is achieved by supporting the bar at the point of cutting by a guide bush arrangement.

Originally conceived for the automatic production of intricate parts for the watch industry. Sliding head machines are now used extensively in a wide variety of industrial applications. Nowadays any turned part up to 32 mm diameter from bar stock can be made on a Citizen machine. Cycle times match those of bar fed fixed head and traditional cam machines. Citizen policy of allocating a large percentage of their annual budget to R & D (more than any other manufacturer) means they are always at the pinnacle of ingenious designs.

Superb models cover the range starting with simple 12 mm max bar size models up to sophisticated 32 mm bar multi axis machines for making highly complex components. Leading edge technology includes network NC and intelligent servo motors for high speed accurate machining. Latest models have a Microsoft Windows front-end and remote diagnostics capability.

Unattended lights out running has been one of the major benefits over the last few years. This method of operation enjoyed by many customers increases their profitability and effectively allows you to 'make parts for nothing'.

In order to enjoy this benefit a reliable, easy to set machine is essential. Look no further than a Citizen.