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2021-06-07 “Feel the Magic of Okuma”: The first exhibition highlight revealed for industry get-together

“Feel the Magic of Okuma”: The first exhibition highlight revealed for industry get-together
Okuma Europe GmbH, European representative of the internationally renowned CNC machinery manufacturer, has confirmed that it will be participating in EMO Milano 2021. The industry event for machinery and tool manufacturers will take place from 4 to 9 October 2021... Go to press info

2021-03-09 Okuma to attend METAV digital 2021

Okuma to attend METAV digital 2021
Krefeld (Germany), 9th March 2021. Okuma Europe GmbH will demonstrate that it is still possible to get interesting insights into automated production technologies under pandemic conditions from 23 to 26 March 2021 at the digital edition of METAV. Okuma will also be represented at “umati Partner Point”, a joint mechanical and plant engineering initiative. Go to press info

2020-10-28 Experience machines and automation solutions live at European headquarters

Experience machines and automation solutions live at European headquarters
Krefeld (Germany), 28 October 2020. Following on from the huge success of its “Turbine Machining Days”, Okuma Europe is now launching its second Covid-compliant live event of the year: on 24 and 25 November, the European representative of the world’s market leader for CNC machine tools will host “Automation Days 2020” in Krefeld. Go to press info

2020-10-15 Expanding customer communication with virtual reality and webinars

Expanding customer communication with virtual reality and webinars
Okuma Europe GmbH is expanding communication and improving transparency. The aim is to strengthen the process of partnership and extend the access to detailed information on machines and automation solutions. Go to press info

2020-08-04 Turbine Machining Days 2020: Okuma and Partners are presenting innovations for optimised precision

Turbine Machining Days 2020: Okuma and Partners are presenting innovations for optimised precision
From 29–30 September 2020, Okuma Europe GmbH is opening the doors of its European headquarters in Krefeld, Germany, for the Turbine Machining Days 2020. Go to press info

2020-07-07 Individual all-in-one solutions to suit customer requirements

Individual all-in-one solutions to suit customer requirements
Okuma, one of the world's market leaders for CNC tooling machines and process optimisation, will soon be opening a new Engineering Centre at its site in Krefeld, Germany. In future, the standard machines kept in stock will be individually tailored to meet the needs of customers all across Europe. Go to press info

2020-05-19 Direct sales and service in Benelux countries

Direct sales and service in Benelux countries
Okuma Europe GmbH has acquired 100 percent of the Dutch company Gelderblom CNC Machines B.V. The purchase of the long-established sales partner in the Benelux countries will enable Okuma to expand its highly efficient service and support portfolio and to systematically strengthen its position in the most important European countries for high-tech machine tools. Go to press info

2020-04-07 Okuma Dressing App

Okuma Dressing App
If you can not dress you can not grind. Only the exact dressing ensures an efficient grinding process - that’s for sure. In cooperation with Dr. Kaiser Diamantwerkzeug GmbH & Co. KG we developed one of the most innovative dressing technologies on the market: The Okuma Dressing App. This application is characterized by high efficiency and usability. Go to press info

2019-11-27 Cooperation of Okuma and Dr. Kaiser Diamantwerkzeuge

Cooperation of Okuma and Dr. Kaiser Diamantwerkzeuge
Grinding experts combine expertise Okuma and German grinding expert Dr. Kaiser Diamantwerkzeuge GmbH & Co KG jointly developed a grinding system that offers cutting-edge dressing functions. This is achieved by an unprecedented symbiosis of the CNC grinding machine, the dressing hardware and the control technology. ... Go to press info

2019-11-20 Okuma at EMO Hannover 2019

Okuma at EMO Hannover 2019
Novelties in automation, digitalisation and machining With 13 European premieres and a booth of roughly 1.500 m², Okuma displayed a rich portfolio of new technologies at this year’s EMO Hannover. Visitors got to experience the latest machine tools, controls, automation technology and industry 4.0 solutions. Definite crowd-pullers were... Go to press info

2019-08-27 EMO Hannover 2019 – Okuma CNC Machine Tools & CNC Controls

EMO Hannover 2019 – Okuma CNC Machine Tools & CNC Controls
Our 2019 EMO stand will feature solutions for integrated process planning, connectivity and production analysis. In combination with our CNC machine tools, these Smart Factory solutions offer... Go to press info

2019-07-24 Okuma makes way for digitalisation and automation

Okuma makes way for digitalisation and automation
EMO Hannover 2019 Okuma provides solutions for digital production processes and automation for the metalworking industry. At this year’s EMO Hannover (16-21 September 2019, hall 27/D26), the industry’s only single-source provider presents solutions for holistic process planning, connectivity and production analysis. In combination with Okuma machine tools,... Go to press info

2019-07-22 Okuma to present novelties for the mould and die industry

Okuma to present novelties for the mould and die industry
EMO Hannover 2019 Okuma will make use of the grand stage at EMO Hannover (16-21 September 2019, hall 27/D26) to present highly efficient solutions for the mould and die industry. One highlight will be the newly developed double column machining centre MCR-S (Super) for high-precision 5-sided machining of large workpieces. The industry’s only single-source provider... Go to press info

2019-07-18 Okuma takes over sales and service operations in Germany

Okuma takes over sales and service operations in Germany
Acquisition of Hommel CNC Technik GmbH Okuma Europe GmbH and Hommel CNC Technik GmbH have signed a purchase agreement to acquire 100 percent of the shares in Hommel CNC Technik GmbH. The purchase of the long-time German distributor enables Okuma... Go to press info

2019-07-11 Krefeld meets Japan

Krefeld meets Japan
180 guests learn about trends, technologies and free trade. German and Japanese companies have a lot in common, despite great differences in culture and language... Go to press info

2019-06-25 Completion of the Next-Generation Smart Factory - The New Kani DS3 Plant

Completion of the Next-Generation Smart Factory - The New Kani DS3 Plant
Okuma has completed the construction and started operation of the new Kani Dream Site 3 (DS3) plant, that continues the concept behind the headquarters' factories, Dream Site 1 (DS1) and Dream Site 2 (DS2). ... Go to press info

2019-06-24 Okuma president awarded with Honour Medal

Okuma president awarded with Honour Medal
Mr Yoshimaro Hanaki, President and CEO of Okuma Corporation, has been awarded the Japanese honour medal "The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon" in the spring award ceremony. This medal honours our president's long-time contribution to the growth of the machine tools industry and the benefits our company's activites have brought to society. Go to press info

2019-06-18 MB-5000HII - Innovative productivity

MB-5000HII - Innovative productivity
Okuma has launched the MB-5000HⅡ a horizontal machining center, which offers innovative productivity for global market applications ranging from mass production of automobile parts to semiconductor equipment components, construction machine parts, hydraulic parts, and other manufacturing sectors. Along with the long, continuous operation made possible by Okuma's trademark high reliability, ... Go to press info

2019-06-17 High-precision grinding

High-precision grinding
Okuma combines accuracy and productivity in state-of-the-art grinders Okuma offers state-of-the-art grinders that combine precision and productivity. The inner and outer diameter grinders possess multiple hardware and software solutions that make them exceptionally accurate, productive and reliable. ... Go to press info

2019-06-14 Double column machining for the automotive sector

Double column machining for the automotive sector
Okuma meets the special demands of the automotive industry. Its double column machining centres provide high precision during the manufacturing of large parts. Go to press info

2019-06-13 MCR-S (Super) - High precision 5-sided manufacturing of large workpieces

MCR-S (Super) - High precision 5-sided manufacturing of large workpieces
Okuma sets standards with the new MCR-S (Super). In terms of accuracy, productivity and flexibilities, the new double column machining centre opens new possibilities for manufacturers. Combining several high-end features, the machine tool is perfectly suitable for machining press dies to the highest standards. The machine also unites... Go to press info

2019-05-27 Okuma to fly the flag at Paris Air Show

Okuma to fly the flag at Paris Air Show
The global market leader for CNC machine tools and controls offers the aerospace sector complete solutions from a single source. Okuma will join this year’s Paris Air Show... Go to press info

2019-04-29 Okuma joins Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre

Okuma joins Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre
Okuma is now a member of the AMRC (Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre) at the University of Sheffield. The cooperation offers many advantages for researchers, the aerospace industry and Okuma, and will help to further expand Okuma’s long-time expertise in this sector... Go to press info

2019-04-26 Okuma expands technological leadership in the mould & die sector

Okuma expands technological leadership in the mould & die sector
Okuma has recently joined the WBA (Tooling Academy Aachen) and the VDWF (Association of German Tool and Mouldmakers). The new memberships allow for closer collaborations with partners from science and research... Go to press info

2019-03-29 OKUMA'S GENOS M460V-5AX COMBINES PRODUCTIVITY AND PRECISION

OKUMA'S GENOS M460V-5AX COMBINES PRODUCTIVITY AND PRECISION
With the GENOS M460V-5AX, Okuma offers a 5-axis machining centre that provides highest quality at an entry-level price. Equipped with multiple hardware and software solutions for accurate and productive operations, the machine satisfies even the most demanding needs. Go to press info

2019-01-15 VERSATILE SOLUTION FOR LARGE-PART MANUFACTURING

VERSATILE SOLUTION FOR LARGE-PART MANUFACTURING
Okuma’s new 2-saddle lathe LU7000 EX is equipped with a high-power spindle and allows for turning large workpieces. The machine offers maximum productivity and excellent dimensional accuracy. Go to press info

2018-12-20 SUCCESSFUL WORKSHOPS

SUCCESSFUL WORKSHOPS
CNC machine tool manufacturer Okuma welcomed visitors at the Technical Centre South in Langenau, Germany, and at the Technical Centre East in Parndorf, Austria. Go to press info

2018-12-18 A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE OF MANUFACTURING

A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE OF MANUFACTURING
The world premiere of new robot systems, the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) in CNC machining and state-of-the-art smart factory solutions were the highlights of Okuma’s booth at this year’s JIMTOF (Tokyo, 1-6 November). Go to press info

2018-12-17 OKUMA TECHNOLOGY DAYS EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS

OKUMA TECHNOLOGY DAYS EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS
Okuma opened the doors for the Okuma Technology Days. During the three-day event, visitors could experience multiple hardware, software and industry 4.0 solutions. Go to press info

2018-12-10 NEXT-GENERATION MACHINING

 NEXT-GENERATION MACHINING
In recent years, advances in the additive technology allowed to move far beyond rapid prototyping. With laser metal deposition (LMD), partial repairs, coating and hardening, additive manufacturing is proving a valuable asset throughout the entire supply chain. Go to press info

2018-12-10 SUCCESSFUL IMTS 2018

SUCCESSFUL IMTS 2018
At this year’s IMTS (10 – 15 September in Chicago), Okuma introduced new machines and features. In addition to the premiers at the fair, Okuma also presented its wide product portfolio ranging from various hardware solutions to software and smart factory solutions. Go to press info

2018-12-10 OKUMA AT AMB 2018

OKUMA AT AMB 2018
At this year’s AMB in Stuttgart, Germany, Okuma introduced the new GENOS M460V-5AX for the first time in Germany. The affordable 5-axis machining centre offers an excellent price-performance ratio without any compromises regarding the quality. Go to press info

2018-10-08 BEST SALES AWARD 2017

BEST SALES AWARD 2017
Okuma Europe celebrated the Best Sales Award 2017 at the Okuma Technical Centre East in Parndorf, Austria. Go to press info

2018-10-08 GLOBAL EXPANSION

GLOBAL EXPANSION
Okuma maximises smart manufacturing prowess and service with new facilities. This August, the CNC provider has put a highly advanced manufacturing facility into operation in Taiwan. Go to press info

2018-03-29 EVENT - DOUBLE COLUMN MACHINING CENTRE MCR-A5CII

EVENT - DOUBLE COLUMN MACHINING CENTRE MCR-A5CII
After a successful Lunch & Learn - Smart Factory Solutions and the big interest in our newly set up Double Column Machining Center, we are planning our next event on Okuma’s MCR-A5CII in Parndorf, Austria, end of June. Stay tuned and do not miss, because more info will follow soon! Go to press info

2018-03-22 MCR-A5CII - HIGH-COMPLEXITY 5-SIDED MACHINING

MCR-A5CII - HIGH-COMPLEXITY 5-SIDED MACHINING
Okuma Europe has added the MCR-A5CII to their Technical Centre East showroom. The high-speed double column machining centre enables efficient machining in 5-sided applications. Okuma welcomes customers to attend live demonstrations or to perform test cuts on the machine – from general parts machining to die and mould jobs. Go to press info

2018-03-12 VOTING - BEST OF INDUSTRY AWARD 2018

VOTING - BEST OF INDUSTRY AWARD 2018
Okuma’s outstanding expertise in innovative technologies has been rewarded! We are nominated for the BEST OF INDUSTRY AWARD 2018 which honors industry’s top performances. Go to press info

2017-12-04 OKUMA HOSTS EMO RETROSPECTIVE AT AEROSPACE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

OKUMA HOSTS EMO RETROSPECTIVE AT AEROSPACE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
From 7-9 November, Okuma Europe, represented in the UK by NCMT welcomed over 200 visitors to its recently-established Aerospace Centre of Excellence in Germany... Go to press info

2017-11-20 EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE IN A SMALLER FOOTPRINT

EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE IN A SMALLER FOOTPRINT
Okuma adds the GENOS M460V-5AX to its ever-growing portfolio. With its simultaneous 5-axis machining capability, the affordable machining centre delivers swift and efficient parts production for the tightest tolerances. Go to press info

2017-11-17 OPEN HOUSE 2017

OPEN HOUSE 2017
From 07 to 09 November Okuma Europe welcomed over 200 visitors to its recently-established Aerospace Centre of Excellence in Germany. In keeping with the location, the manufacturer presented the innovations introduced at EMO with a particular focus on aerospace machining. Go to press info

2017-10-16 EMO HANOVER REVIEW

EMO HANOVER REVIEW
At this year's EMO in Hanover, Okuma presented its super multitasking machines of LASER EX series as well as its smart factory solution Connect Plan. Go to press info

2017-07-10 EMO HANNOVER

EMO HANNOVER
Okuma Europe will display its latest machining solutions to provide supreme connectivity and productivity at this year’s EMO Hannover (18-23 September, Hall 27, booth D20). Go to press info

2017-07-05 OKUMA MACHINE FAIR RINGS IN A NEW AGE OF CNC MACHINING

OKUMA MACHINE FAIR RINGS IN A NEW AGE OF CNC MACHINING
The Okuma Machine Fair (OMF) marks a biennial highlight for the manufacturing industry. From 23-26 May Okuma welcomed more than 8.000 guests at the Japanese headquarters in Oguchi. Go to press info

2017-07-03 TEN-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

TEN-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
On June 01, Okuma Europe welcomed 80 exclusively invited international guests to celebrate the tenth anniversary of its technical support centre in Parndorf, Austria. Go to press info

2017-06-01 TAKE-OFF TO 4.0

TAKE-OFF TO 4.0
CNC machine tools manufacturer Okuma welcomed 200 international customers from the aerospace industry to their Aerospace Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Paris this February. Go to press info

2017-05-31 THE FUTURE OF CNC MACHINING

THE FUTURE OF CNC MACHINING
CNC machine tools manufacturer Okuma will present their latest developments in production connectivity at this year’s CeBIT in Hannover (20-24 March). Go to press info

2017-05-30 A NEW GENERATION OF SMART FACTORY

A NEW GENERATION OF SMART FACTORY
The Okuma Corporation has started production at their highly-sophisticated new headquarters factory Dream Site 2 (DS2) in Oguchi, Japan. Go to press info

2017-05-29 OKUMA'S MU-V AND MULTUS U LASER EX MACHINES WIN 59TH (2016) BEST 10 NEW PRODUCT AWARDS

OKUMA'S MU-V AND MULTUS U LASER EX MACHINES WIN 59TH (2016) BEST 10 NEW PRODUCT AWARDS
The MU-V LASER EX and MULTUS U LASER EX, machines in Okuma’s LASER EX Series of multitasking machines that combine laser machining technology, received one of the Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun’s (Business & Technology Daily News) 2016 Best 10 New Product Awards. Go to press info

2017-05-29 PUTTING THE "SMART" IN "SMART FACTORY"

PUTTING THE
Okuma launched its next-generation CNC control OSP-P300A alongside their latest machine tools presented at the 28th Japan International Machine Tool Fair (November 17- November 22, 2016). Go to press info

2017-01-11 SUPREME CONNECTIVITY, LASER TECHNOLOGY AND 3D METAL PRINTING

SUPREME CONNECTIVITY, LASER TECHNOLOGY AND 3D METAL PRINTING
Okuma presented a new line of machine tools at the 28th Japan International Machine Tool Fair (November 17- November 22, 2016). Go to press info

2016-11-24 GLOBAL PARTNER FOR AEROSPACE MANUFACTURERS

GLOBAL PARTNER FOR AEROSPACE MANUFACTURERS
Okuma has recently opened a third technology centre for aerospace clients. Following the successful opening of their European and U.S. locations in Paris and Charlotte, North Carolina, the CNC-provider’s latest Aerospace Centre of Excellence in Aichi makes equipment, parts and engineering services available to the Japanese market. Go to press info

2016-11-24 WELCOME TO THE SMART FACTORY

WELCOME TO THE SMART FACTORY
Okuma Europe is pleased with the outcome of their Smart Factory Open House. From October 25 to October 27 the machine tool manufacturer welcomed more than 200 visitors at their European headquarters in Germany to explore the latest solutions in automated CNC machining. Go to press info

2016-11-24 GEAR UP

GEAR UP
For their 2016 summer workshop Okuma welcomed more than 200 visitors at their European headquarters in Germany to explore the latest gear machining solutions. The workshop “Gear Up” was hosted in cooperation with Swedish tool manufacturer Sandvik Coromant. Go to press info

2016-11-24 COMPLETE RENEWAL OF CHUCK TOOL PRODUCTION

COMPLETE RENEWAL OF CHUCK TOOL PRODUCTION
The Polish BISON Group is among the world’s leading manufacturers of chuck tools. To ensure their continued ability to meet individual customer demands in the future and to break into new markets, BISON has made substantial investments in their production. The company has acquired 40 CNC Machine tools by all-in-one manufacturer Okuma. Go to press info

2016-11-24 12 OKUMA MACHINE MODELS NOW ACCOMMODATE CRYOGENIC MACHINING TECHNOLOGY

12 OKUMA MACHINE MODELS NOW ACCOMMODATE CRYOGENIC MACHINING TECHNOLOGY
Okuma and 5ME, a leading pioneer in cryogenic machining, are joining forces to educate the machining world on the benefits of using internal Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) instead of coolant during the cutting process. Go to press info

2016-11-24 OKUMA LAUNCHES LB3000 EX II SHAFT WORK SPECIALIST (DBC 1300)

OKUMA LAUNCHES LB3000 EX II SHAFT WORK SPECIALIST (DBC 1300)
In recent years there has been a growing trend towards machine workpieces longer than 1000 mm, and the demand for improved threading productivity has also increased. Specifically designed to improve the productivity of long shaft applications, Okuma added a new model with 1300-mm distance between centres to its flagship LB3000 EX II SPACE TURN series of CNC lathes. Go to press info

2016-11-24 SPARE PARTS DELIVERED WITHIN 24 HOURS

SPARE PARTS DELIVERED WITHIN 24 HOURS
With its Customer Support Centre Okuma has established an international service network, designed to provide fast assistance for operators across Europe. From the European headquarters in Krefeld, Germany, Okuma coordinates shipping of exchange parts to customers in 32 countries. Go to press info