HFW Industries has expanded its precision finishing capabilities with the addition of a new CNC cylindrical grinder. This investment strengthens our ability to support turbine shafts and other mid-size cylindrical components that demand tight tolerances, fine surface finishes, and reliable turnaround.
This machine is the first CNC-equipped cylindrical grinder in our grinding department and represents another step forward in our long-term commitment to one-source reliability for critical industrial equipment.
What This New CNC Grinder Means for Our Customers
The addition of CNC grinding capability delivers direct, measurable benefits for reliability and maintenance teams across power generation, oil & gas, chemical processing, and turbomachinery applications.
- Tighter tolerances and improved surface finishes: CNC control allows for greater repeatability and consistency on critical diameters.
- Increased throughput and capacity: Higher productivity helps reduce lead times for finished components.
- Improved shop-wide efficiency: By dedicating this grinder to specific work scopes, other machines are freed for sleeves and similar shaft work, improving turnaround across multiple product lines.
- Scalable growth: This investment supports future expansion, including additional CNC finishing equipment.
Continuing a 75-Year Commitment to Investment and Reliability
A lot has changed in the more than 75 years HFW Industries has been in business. What has not changed is our ongoing investment in people, equipment, and capabilities to better serve our customers.
This new CNC cylindrical grinder is the latest example of that commitment. By continuously strengthening our in-house machining, grinding, coating, and inspection capabilities, we reduce handoffs, improve process control, and deliver more reliable outcomes for critical equipment.
Machine Capacity and Specifications
Our new CNC cylindrical grinder is well suited for a wide range of mid-size cylindrical components, including turbine shafts and similar rotating equipment.
- Maximum swing: 16 inches
- Distance between centers: 80 inches
- Maximum workpiece weight: 660 pounds
See Our CNC Grinder in Action
We welcome customer visits and encourage you to see our capabilities firsthand. Touring our facility offers a clear view into how our integrated machining, grinding, coating, and inspection processes work together under one roof.
If you are evaluating options to improve surface finish, reduce runout, or shorten lead times on critical components, we invite you to visit HFW and see our new CNC cylindrical grinder in operation.
Contact us to schedule a visit.
📧 RFQ@hfwindustries.com
📞 (716) 875-3380
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FAQ: CNC Cylindrical Grinding at HFW Industries
What types of components can the CNC cylindrical grinder handle?
The CNC cylindrical grinder is designed for turbine shafts and other mid-size cylindrical components up to 16 inches in swing, 80 inches between centers, and 660 pounds. It is well suited for rotating equipment requiring tight tolerances and high-quality surface finishes.
How does CNC grinding improve reliability?
CNC grinding improves repeatability and surface finish consistency. Precision finishing can help reduce vibration, improve coating performance, and extend the service life of rotating equipment.
Will this new grinder reduce lead times?
Yes. Increased throughput and dedicated work scopes help reduce lead times not only for components in need of precision finishing/grinding, but also across other machining and finishing operations in the shop.
How does CNC grinding fit into HFW’s one-source model?
CNC grinding is fully integrated with HFW’s in-house machining, thermal spray, hardfacing, inspection, and assembly services. This one-source approach reduces vendor handoffs, improves documentation consistency, and ensures accountability for final performance.
