The MB-56VA adopts a extremely rigid double column structure to offer the most machining in the least floor space. Okuma's Thermo-Friendly Concept is standard on this machine for unrivaled dimensional stability over long, continuous runs. This vertical machining center is equipped with a high speed, high power 40 Taper 8,000 rpm spindle with a 15hp VAC integral motor and bidirectional spindle cooling. This model incorporates a high-speed 20-position automatic tool changer and 1,574 ipm rapid traverse, resulting in a powerful production capability.