The UCP 600 Vario, a high speed five-axis system designed to handle a variety of machining configurations, including automated production applications, has been introduced by Mikron.听Features aimed at optimizing efficiency include a modular, scaleable toolchanger system that can hold 100 to 220 tools; and a pallet changing system with a seven-position pallet changer for automatically changing and simultaneously machining workpieces having a surface area of up to 13" 脳 13", a height of 14" and a maximum weight of 176 lbs.听Three spindle options鈥�12,000 rpm, 20,000 rpm and 42,000 rpm鈥攁re available. Also included is a rotary/tilt table that swivels between -115 degrees and +30 degrees. The polymer concrete base offers durability and large traverse capacity despite its compact base size, the company says.听Another noteworthy feature is the inclusion of the company鈥檚 鈥渟mart machine鈥� technology, which is designed to optimize machining performance and allow unmanned operation. With smart machine sensors, machinists can use an advanced process system (APS) for monitoring and recording spindle vibrations; an intelligent thermal control (ITC) system to compensate for thermal deviations; and a remote notification system (RNS), allowing real-time control/access at virtually any location for unattended machining.听听听