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2025-06-26
Heavy-Duty Gantry Machining for Europe’s Energy and Mining Industries
Case Study: Leichman GMC2013 High-Precision Gantry Machining Center
Introduction
As Europe accelerates its shift toward green energy and modernized infrastructure, industrial manufacturers require equipment that delivers accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with EU standards. Leichman’s GMC2013 Gantry Machining Center was engineered to meet these demands in sectors such as electric power generation, grid equipment, and mining.
Customer Challenge
A Central European mining machinery OEM needed to machine large gearbox housings weighing over 3 tonnes, with strict tolerance requirements below 0.02 mm. The manufacturer faced:
Long production cycles
High scrap/rework rates
Limited machining precision due to vibration and insufficient rigidity
Increased operating costs from machine downtime
Our Solution: Leichman GMC2013
Leichman provided the GMC2013 Gantry Machining Center, offering:
Large machining envelope: 2000 × 1300 × 670 mm
Maximum load capacity: 4000 kg
BT50 spindle system: Up to 8000 rpm, 15–18.5 kW
24-tool arm-type automatic tool changer
HIWIN linear guideways and ballscrews with P4-grade bearings
CE-compliant design with enclosed guarding and overload protection
Key Results
|
Metric |
Before |
After with GMC2013 |
|
Cycle time |
~12 hours |
~7 hours (42% faster) |
|
Tolerance |
0.02–0.03 mm |
0.01–0.015 mm |
|
Scrap rate |
~6% |
<1% |
|
Uptime |
~78% |
92% |
|
Annual productivity |
— |
+250 additional units |
“This one-time investment significantly improved our output and reduced our setup time. The Leichman machine now runs nearly 24/7 with minimal support.”
— Plant Director, Mining OEM, Poland
Why It Works for European Industries
Sustainability & Efficiency: Lower energy usage per cycle through rapid machining
Conformity & Safety: Fully CE-certified components and design
Adaptable Control Options: Supports Siemens, FANUC, or GSK control systems
Remote Support Across EU: Online diagnostics and quick response from local Leichman engineers
Precision Under Pressure: Box-type gantry with finite element optimization for maximum rigidity
Application Scenarios
This model is ideal for:
Power transformer case machining
Wind turbine gearboxes
Hydraulic cylinder bases
Excavator track housing
Steel mill component repair
Looking to Upgrade Your Facility?
Whether you’re manufacturing for Germany’s green energy sector or handling heavy mining projects in Scandinavia or Eastern Europe, the Leichman GMC2013 delivers European-grade quality, performance, and support.
Contact our technical team today to request a custom quotation or schedule a demo.
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