Takisawa spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Takisawa spindles and sub-spindles — a century-old Japanese manufacturer of CNC lathes and machining centres, renowned for its high-productivity twin-spindle configurations.
Takisawa, more than 100 years of Japanese machine tool expertise
TLDR: Takisawa Machine Tool Co., Ltd (founded in 1922, Japan, ISO 9001 certified since 1997) is a century-old manufacturer of conventional lathes, CNC lathes and machining centres, with a range spanning single-spindle configurations through to high-productivity twin-spindle, twin-turret lathes.
Founded in 1922, Takisawa Machine Tool has built up nearly a century of experience in machine tool production, moving progressively from conventional lathes to CNC lathes and then machining centres. ISO 9001 certified since 1997, the company pursues a policy of "manufacturing reliable products" that has earned its reputation on the world market. The Takisawa range covers several lathe families depending on the application: the TT series for twin-spindle lathes with independently controllable parallel spindles, the TK series for stable heavy cutting of medium-sized or distorted workpieces, the TF series for shaft machining, the TCY series for compact combined turning-milling, and the TS series for combined turning with opposed spindles and a Y-axis.
A range of high-productivity twin-spindle machines
TLDR: Takisawa twin-spindle, twin-turret lathes (TM series) enable the simultaneous machining of two workpieces or a double operation on a single workpiece, with independently controllable spindles and rotation speeds typically between 5,000 and 8,000 rpm depending on the configuration.
Takisawa twin-spindle, twin-turret lathes, such as the TM series (TM-4000Y2 model), feature two spindles, two turrets and two Y-axes mounted on a 45° slant bed, making it possible to perform simultaneous turning operations on a single workpiece or to machine two workpieces in parallel using identical or different programs. On the TT series, the two front-facing, parallel-mounted spindles can be controlled independently during machining, with the option of integrating an original Takisawa gantry loader for full process automation (simultaneous front/rear machining, symmetrical machining). These spindles typically deliver 7.5 kW per spindle on compact twin-spindle configurations, with rotation speeds in the region of 5,000 to 8,000 rpm.
Takisawa spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Independently controllable twin spindles, TT series
- Spindles for twin-spindle, twin-turret lathes with 2 Y-axes, TM series
- Spindles for heavy-cutting lathes for distorted workpieces, TK series
- Spindles for shaft-machining lathes, TF series
- Spindles for compact combined turning-milling machining centres, TCY series
Interfaces and specifications
The Takisawa spindles we repair cover rotation speeds typically between 5,000 and 8,000 rpm depending on the model and configuration (single-spindle or twin-spindle), with power ratings of around 7.5 kW per spindle on compact configurations — specifications to be confirmed on quotation according to the exact reference of your machine.
Our expertise on your Takisawa spindles
Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Takisawa spindles, with the same rigour as for the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnostics and intervention directly on your machine, in the production workshop, to limit stoppages on your manufacturing lines
Full diagnostics
- Checking of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and the synchronisation between the two spindles on twin-spindle configurations, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Maintenance programme tailored to the continuous production rates typical of automated twin-spindle configurations, as well as corrective interventions in the event of failure
Overhaul and refurbishment
- Grinding, bearing replacement, seal refurbishment and rotation testing in the workshop, restoring the manufacturer's original tolerances
Why choose Brochexpress for your Takisawa spindles
No capital ties with the manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
Independently controllable twin-spindle configurations and gantry-loader lathes
Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
From the first intervention through to the return to production
Lead times and warranty
- On-site service within 48h
- Workshop repair: around 20 working days depending on parts availability
- 12-month warranty on all our repairs
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair the spindles of twin-spindle, twin-turret lathes (TM series)?
Yes, we work on both spindles of these configurations, taking care to preserve their synchronisation.
Do you work on TT series spindles fitted with a gantry loader?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, taking their integration with automation systems into account.
What is the average lead time for a full overhaul?
Allow around 20 working days in the workshop, depending on the condition of the spindle and the availability of parts (bearings, seals, specific components).
Do you work on the spindles of compact combined turning-milling machining centres (TCY series)?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, suited to the machining of chuck work and shafts.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Takisawa lathes?
Yes, we draw up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production rate, particularly relevant for workshops running continuously.
A reliable partner for your industrial performance
Whether it is an emergency on-site intervention, a full workshop overhaul or a preventive maintenance programme, Brochexpress brings its expertise to your production. As an independent workshop, we work across the entire Takisawa range — spindles and sub-spindles of twin-spindle CNC lathes and combined machining centres — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments.
Our teams are at your disposal from our sites in Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland) for a study of your needs, a diagnosis or a personalised quotation.
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Takisawa® is a registered trademark of Takisawa Machine Tool Co., Ltd. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of Takisawa Machine Tool Co., Ltd. Our business covers independent repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, permitted under the principle of referential trademark use (EU Trademark Directive 2015/2436 / French Intellectual Property Code, art. L.713-6).