Fusion Mill-Turn Post Processor for Multi-Tasking Machines
Mill-turn machines finish complex parts in one setup, and their posts are the most demanding of all. We build Fusion mill-turn posts that combine turning, live-tool milling, C, Y and B axes, sub-spindles and part transfer into safe, efficient programs.
Turning and milling, one program, one post
A mill-turn program switches constantly between modes: turning with the main spindle, milling with live tools while the C axis positions or interpolates, drilling on the face and diameter, Y-axis milling off-centre, B-axis angled work on multi-tasking machines, and finally transferring the part to the sub-spindle for back-side work. Each switch needs the right mode commands, spindle selections, clamps and safe moves.
ENGIMANDI builds Fusion mill-turn posts that manage these transitions reliably. We configure the machine in Fusion so simulation reflects spindles, turrets and axes, and output polar and cylindrical interpolation, C-axis and Y-axis modes, live tool spindle commands, B-axis tilted planes, part transfer and cut-off sequences. Posts are proven step by step, because mill-turn crashes are expensive.
Read Fusion 360 mill-turn post processor and mill-turn post processor development.
What you get
- Turning & milling modes
- C-axis & Y-axis output
- Live tool spindle control
- Polar & cylindrical interpolation
- B-axis multi-tasking
- Sub-spindle part transfer
- Machine simulation
- Careful stepwise proving
Mill-turn post features
Every mode your machine supports.
Mode Switching
Clean transitions between turning, C-axis and milling modes.
Polar Interpolation
Face milling with X and C using polar interpolation functions.
Cylindrical Interpolation
Wrapped features on the diameter using cylindrical interpolation.
Y-Axis Milling
Off-centre flats, pockets and holes using the Y axis.
B-Axis Work
Angled drilling and milling on multi-tasking machines.
Part Transfer
Sub-spindle pick-up, cut-off and back-side machining.
Mill-turn post stack
Controller functions we use.
Typical projects
- DMG MORI NTX multi-tasking with B-axis head
- Mazak Integrex with EIA programming
- Okuma Multus B-series post
- Doosan Puma with Y axis and sub-spindle
- Hydraulic fittings done complete in one setup
- Medical parts with face and diameter milling
How we build mill-turn posts
Configure
Spindles, turrets and axes.
Develop
Modes, transitions and transfer.
Simulate
Fusion machine simulation.
Prove
Mode by mode on the machine.
Support
Help with new parts.
Mill-turn post questions
Does Fusion support mill-turn machines?
Yes. Fusion supports turning and milling in one program, with machine definitions for mill-turn machines. The post turns that into your machine's exact code.
Can Fusion simulate our mill-turn machine?
With a machine model, Fusion can simulate spindles, turrets and axes for collision checking.
Do you support twin-turret machines?
See our multi-channel posts for machines with synchronised channels.
How long does a mill-turn post take?
Usually several weeks, including careful proving of each mode.
Can you work from an existing post?
Yes. We often start from Autodesk's mill-turn posts and adapt them.