WFL Millturn spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of WFL Millturn spindles — an Austrian manufacturer and inventor of the multitasking mill-turn machine, a world reference for complete machining of complex parts in a single clamping.
WFL Millturn, the Austrian inventor of the multitasking mill-turn machine since 1993
TLDR: WFL Millturn Technologies (Linz, Austria, founded in 1993) is the only company in the world that develops and manufactures exclusively complete machining centres — the Millturn range — combining turning, milling, drilling, deep-hole drilling and gear cutting on a single machine, in a single clamping.
Founded in 1993 in Linz, WFL Millturn Technologies established itself as the inventor of the multitasking mill-turn machine, built on the philosophy of "Clamp once, machine complete": every operation required to manufacture a complex part is carried out on a single machine, in a single clamping, reducing downtime and improving accuracy. The Millturn range spans from the compact M20, aimed at the aerospace, automotive, plastics and industrial engineering sectors, to the largest configurations such as the M150, capable of handling parts weighing several tonnes. The more recent M70-G integrates a sub-spindle with tailstock and synchronisation function, for the complete machining of parts up to 8,000 mm long and 5,000 kg.
A range of high-power main and milling spindles
TLDR: WFL Millturn machines feature a main turning spindle and a separate milling spindle, with power ratings reaching up to 100 kW for the main spindle and 90 kW for the turning spindle on the most powerful models (M150, M80).
WFL Millturn machines combine a powerful turning motor spindle with a dedicated milling spindle, covering the full range of machining operations on a single machine. On the M80, the turn-mill unit with mechanical gearbox delivers 58 kW to the milling spindle and 90 kW to the turning spindle, with a 1,000 mm turning swing diameter. On the M150, the massive, heavy-duty construction combines a 100 kW main spindle with a 55 kW milling spindle, proven on the heaviest configurations. On earlier models such as the M30, the turning spindle develops 37 kW with a two-speed gearbox and an external C-axis, an architecture inherited from the earlier WNC slant-bed machines from Voest-Alpine, and still used on the M35, M40 and M50 models with modernised drives.
WFL Millturn spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Main turning spindles, up to 100 kW, M80 to M150 ranges
- Dedicated milling spindles, 55 to 58 kW depending on the model
- Two-speed turning spindles with external C-axis
- Sub-spindles with tailstock and synchronisation function, M70-G range
- Integral motor spindles, Smart Machining concept, M20 range
Interfaces and specifications
The WFL Millturn spindles we repair cover a wide power range, from 37 kW on earlier models to 100 kW on the main spindle of the most powerful configurations (M150), with dedicated milling spindles rated at 55 to 58 kW — specifications to be confirmed on quotation according to the exact reference of your machine.
Our expertise on your WFL Millturn spindles
Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your WFL Millturn spindles, with the same rigour as for the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnosis and intervention directly on your machine, in the production workshop, to limit downtime linked to dismantling/transporting a large-size spindle
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and the synchronisation between the main spindle and milling spindle, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- A maintenance programme tailored to the complex machining rates specific to multitasking applications, as well as corrective interventions in the event of a breakdown
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 WFL Millturn spindles
- An independent workshop, with no capital ties to manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
- Expertise in main spindles, dedicated milling spindles and synchronised sub-spindles
- Two service sites: Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
- Support 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 main spindles and milling spindles of multitasking Millturn configurations?
Yes, we work on both types of spindle, taking care to preserve their synchronisation.
Do you work on the sub-spindles with tailstock of the M70-G range?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these sub-spindles, taking their synchronisation function into account.
What is the average lead time for a complete 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 intervene directly on site for very large spindles?
Yes, our team travels on site to diagnose and, whenever possible, carry out repairs directly on site, avoiding the complete dismantling of large, heavy spindles.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of WFL Millturn machines?
Yes, we draw up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production rate, particularly relevant for demanding aerospace and automotive applications.
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 WFL Millturn range — main spindles, milling spindles and sub-spindles of multitasking mill-turn machines — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments: aerospace, automotive and industrial engineering.
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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WFL Millturn® is a registered trademark of WFL Millturn Technologies GmbH & Co. KG. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of WFL Millturn Technologies GmbH & Co. KG. 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).