The Centauro ALFA NC Machining Centre is a versatile and flexible NC controlled machining centre suitable for a variety of door machining operations including hinge recessing, lock slots, handle holes, key slots, and euro grooves and more. In addition, it can be configured for machining window frames, shutters, components of stairs and furniture in general.  With its simple graphic touch screen interface & built-in macro programs programming is done with ease.

As standard the machine can be equipped with one milling head that automatically moves for either vertical or horizontal machining. It also has interpolation of the axis. Optional additional machining operations include producing a square corner hinge plate recess or lock face recess by means of the additional milling unit. The operator simply selects in the program if they want a radius or square corner, and the machine does the rest. In addition, the same milling head can be used to make the small pilot hole for hinge screws etc. There is also the possibility to produce a square end tenon, round end tenon or dovetail / dovetail slot when the special front table is fitted. Lastly on request the machine can be configured to import ISO files from external design software to enable detailed engraving of items such as name plates etc.

Developed with the latest technical solutions, the machine is fully electronically organized with brushless motors, ball recirculating screws and with ball recirculating linear guides. Directly from the Electronic Control “touch screen”, the operator can realize or import (via USB port) work programs in a simple and intuitive way using pre-installed macros to perform accurate milling. The change of working process is extremely quick. A simple and guided procedure allows quick calibration of the axes to ensure maximum precision machining. Each specific tool, with all its features, is stored on electronic control, to be used in the most various processes.