Haas Automation Limited
About us
How it began - Haas UK history
In 1987 Haas Automation started the development of its first CNC Machining Centre. A team of British industry professionals recognised the potential of this new development and in 1990 agreed to become the first company to distribute Haas machines outside of the USA.
Haas Automation in the UK was born.
The company has since remained the only Haas distributor to specialise solely in Haas machines throughout its entire history.
he VF-1 vertical machining centre made its UK debut in 1991 amidst comment from the established competition, who doubted the product would get off the ground. The machine surpassed all expectations and to date has an installed base of well over 10,000 machines in the UK. Haas Automation has installed over 250,000 machines globally.
Today
Haas Automation is the largest machine tool manufacturer in the western world, producing over 18,000 machines every year. The full range of metal-cutting machine tools, including CNC machining centres, lathes and rotary tables, is designed and built in its 1.6 million sq ft factory in California.
How it began - Haas UK history
In 1987 Haas Automation started the development of its first CNC Machining Centre. A team of British industry professionals recognised the potential of this new development and in 1990 agreed to become the first company to distribute Haas machines outside of the USA.
Haas Automation in the UK was born.
The company has since remained the only Haas distributor to specialise solely in Haas machines throughout its entire history.
The VF-1 vertical machining centre made its UK debut in 1991 amidst comment from the established competition, who doubted the product would get off the ground. The machine surpassed all expectations and to date has an installed base of well over 10,000 machines in the UK. Haas Automation has installed over 250,000 machines globally.
Today
Haas Automation is the largest machine tool manufacturer in the western world, producing over 18,000 machines every year. The full range of metal-cutting machine tools, including CNC machining centres, lathes and rotary tables, is designed and built in its 1.6 million sq ft factory in California.
Haas Automation’s 1.6 million sq ft factory in California manufacturers over 12,000 machines each year.
Haas UK Headquaters
With its headquarters in Norwich, Haas UK employs more than 95 staff. A dedicated field based support team of 30 Factory Certified engineers each carry with them over £38,000 worth of spare parts, supported by the company’s UK spare parts facility holding £4,800,000 of parts on the shelf.
The company has its own dedicated rotary table service department supporting these units out in the field.
Most recently, Haas UK has moved into its newly created state-of-the-art head office in Norwich with the latest in computer systems backed by direct links to the factory machine database, with round the clock access to service information.
Showrooms and training facilities
Haas UK has showrooms and training facilities in Wymondham, Norfolk.
Please call 01603 760539 to arrange a machine demonstration.
Haas Engineering Centre in Wymondham houses our most popular machines for live cutting demonstrations and operator training.
Products & services
Haas 5-Axis UMC-500
5-AXIS MACHINING CENTRES FOR EVERYONE 5-axis machining is an effective means to reduce setups and increase accuracy for multi-sided parts. The shorter travels and compact footprint of the UMC-500 5-Axis Machining Centre make it perfect for 5-axis machining of smaller parts. 5-axis simultaneous machining Powerful inline direct-drive spindle High-speed trunnion table Large capacity side-mount tool changer Includes Wireless Intuitive Probing System Made in the USA 5-Axis Universal Machining Centre; 610 x 406 x 406 mm, with 400 mm Integrated 2-Axis Trunnion Rotary Table, 40 taper, 30 hp Vector Drive, 8,100 rpm (15k opt.) Direct-Drive, 30+1 Side Mount Tool Changer (50+1 opt.) (Servo-Driven High Speed), 22.9 m/min Rapids, Spindle Orientation, Macros, Coordinate Rotation & Scaling, Wireless Intuitive Probing System (WIPS), High-Speed Machining, Programmable Coolant Nozzle, Chip Conveyor, Dynamic Work Offsets (DWO), Tool Centre Point Control (TCPC), Second Home Button, Colour Remote Jog Handle, Power-Failure Detection Module, 1 GB Memory, 15″ Colour LCD Monitor, USB Port, Memory Lock Keyswitch, Rigid Tapping and 208 litre Flood Coolant System.
Haas VF-2SSYT
THE BEST-VALUE, HIGH-PERFORMANCE HIGH-SPEED VMCS AVAILABLE TODAY. Haas offers a wide range of VF Series CNC vertical machining centres to match any size and production requirement. Regardless of your needs, there’s a High-Speed VMC just right to meet the demands of your machine shop. Every VF Series machine provides outstanding features at an excellent price. By the same token, there are a wide range of available options to customise your machine to your exact needs. Not to mention all Haas machines are designed and built in California, USA. The Haas high-performance Super-Speed vertical machining centres provide the high spindle speeds, fast rapids, and quick tool changes necessary for high-volume production and reduced cycle times. Each SS machine features a 12,000-rpm, inline direct-drive spindle, an ultra-fast side-mount tool changer, and high-speed rapids on all axes. The VF-2SSYT offers more Y-axis travel than our very popular VF-2SS. Extended Y-axis travel High-power, direct-drive spindle Customisable to your needs Our flagship model Made in the USA VF-2SSYT Super-Speed Vertical Machining Centre; 762 x 508 x 508 mm, 40 taper, 30 hp vector drive, 12,000 rpm, direct-drive, high-speed 30+1 side-mount tool changer, 1400 ipm (35.6 m/min) rapids, power-failure detection module, 1 GB program memory, 15″ colour LCD monitor, USB port, Ethernet, memory lock keyswitch, rigid tapping and 208 litre flood coolant system.
Haas Pallet Pool Systems
HIGH-VOLUME PRODUCTION, UNATTENDED OPERATION Whether you’re doing high-volume production runs, high-mix/low-volume machining, or just want to run lights-out, our fully integrated pallet pool systems can boost your productivity. They integrate seamlessly with the Haas control, which includes a simplified Pallet Schedule Table that allows pallet-scheduling functions from a single dedicated screen. The pallets can be scheduled individually according to priority and sequencing requirements, allowing high-priority parts to be machined first or staged more often. Completed pallets are returned automatically to the holding location, or can be sequenced to a protected operator station for immediate unloading and re-loading.
Haas Robot Packages
The Haas Robot Packages are fully integrated, plug & play, robot systems for Haas machines. The systems are controlled entirely from the Haas control. Includes: 6-axis robot, mounting stand, software interface for direct control through the Haas machine, electrical interface box, safety guarding, and all necessary solenoids, hardware, and cables. All-inclusive design, with plug-and-play capabilities Interfaces directly with the Haas control All set up and operation is done through the Haas control and remote jog handle Single gripper included Includes CE/UKCA compliant safety guard fencing No need for additional M-code outputs, or the complex PLC connections used by 3rd-party integrators
UMC-500 with Robotic Pallet Loader
The Haas UMC-500, paired with the Robotic Pallet Loader (RPL), redefines automated machining. The RPL system allows for seamless loading and unloading of parts, enabling continuous, unattended operation. It features a user-friendly interface integrated with the Haas control, making setup and operation intuitive. With configurable pallet capacity and quick-change capabilities, the RPL is designed to optimize workflow, reduce cycle times, and increase throughput, making it an ideal solution for high-mix, low-volume production or lights-out manufacturing.
UMC-500 + 10 Station Pallet Pool
The Haas UMC-500 five axis machining centre, equipped with a 10 plus 1 station pallet pool, shows how compact five axis machining can be taken to the next level with automation. With travels of 610 mm by 406 mm by 406 mm and an integrated pallet system allowing multiple jobs to be queued and run automatically, this configuration is ideal for higher mix production and extended unattended running. See this UMC-500 pallet pool combination in action at Southern Manufacturing.
Haas ST-20 Turning Centre
The Haas ST-20 CNC lathe is a compact, powerful turning centre designed for reliable, high productivity machining. With a 210 mm chuck, 64 mm bar capacity and a high torque spindle delivering up to 4,000 rpm, the ST-20 is well suited to a wide range of production and subcontract turning applications. Visitors to Southern Manufacturing can see the ST-20 on the Haas stand, showcasing efficient turning performance and ease of use in a production focused environment.