Koma Precision Named Exclusive Distributor of D'Andrea U-Axis Heads in the United States and Mexico

12.03.25 17:13 Uhr

EAST WINDSOR, Conn., March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Koma Precision, a leading provider of high-precision machine tool accessories, announces its exclusive distribution agreement with D'Andrea, the renowned manufacturer of U-axis heads. Under this partnership, Koma Precision will be the sole distributor of D'Andrea's programmable U-axis heads in the United States and Mexico, providing manufacturers with the capability of precision turning and boring operations on vertical and horizontal machining centers.

D'Andrea U-axis heads bring a rotary cut axis to vertical and horizontal machining centers, enabling turning operations without a dedicated lathe.

Enhancing Machining Capabilities with U-Axis Heads
D'Andrea U-axis heads bring a rotary cut axis to vertical and horizontal machining centers, enabling turning operations without a dedicated lathe. While a traditional lathe spins the stock as a cutter moves along a contour, a U-axis head uses a programmable moving tool slider and the rotation of the machine spindle to cut a stationary part. This eliminates the need for additional setups or dedicated turning centers, optimizing productivity and reducing overall costs.

Koma Precision offers two models to cater to a wide range of machining needs:

TA-Center:

  • Ideal for workpieces up to 400mm.
  • Adds a programmable rotating U-axis to VMCs and HMCs.
  • Compatible with automatic tool changers.
  • Widely used to expand machining capabilities of standard VMCs and HMCs.

U-Tronic:

  • Designed for workpieces ranging from 400mm to 4 meters.
  • Adds a programmable rotating U-axis to VMCs and HMCs.
  • Flange-mounted for enhanced stability.
  • Used extensively in aerospace, oil & gas, automotive, and heavy industry.

Both require an active U-axis in the machine controller, which Koma Precision can facilitate.

"The sheer performance and reliability of these U-axis heads are remarkable," says Koma Precision President Dave Meo. "We're excited to offer the market a new way to get even more out their existing VMCs and HMCs."

About Koma Precision:
Koma Precision is a leading provider of high-precision machine tool accessories, offering a wide range of productivity products including rotary tables, angle heads, robotic machine tending and equipment integration. 

The D’Andrea TA-Center head adds a programmable U-axis, enabling turning of parts up to 400mm on horizontal and vertical machining centers

The heavy-duty D’Andrea U-Tronic adds a programmable U-axis to milling machines for to boring or turning projects from 400mm to 4 meters.

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