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Latest News from Viaturn > Leading oil pipe manufacturer reports record production

Hunting Group’s manufacturing facility in the Netherlands are currently enjoying record production figures thanks to the installation of the Top-Turn XCF56 hollow spindle lathe.

The machine was supplied by heavy duty lathe specialists, Viaturn. The machine has a 21” hollow spindle and 3 metres between centres. The impressive production rates have been achieved by using the SMW pneumatic front chuck for easier set up along with a custom made pipe handling system. Production Manager Andre Verbiest says “ the machine is working non-stop on a 3 shift system and so reliability is key. Also our 21” oil pipe weighs in at over 2.5 Tonnes, and the machine has no problem handling such size and weight.” For further details contact Viaturn on +44(0) 114 287 4133.