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Originally Posted by Efthreeoh
I used to buy machine tools for Lockheed Martin. That 5-axis machining center in the video does not look like a high-rate production machining center and looks more like a prototyping machine, or a low-rate production machine at best. Machining turbo fans from billet would be cost prohibitive for high-rate production of turbos. Jashley73 is correct, production-rate parts for turbos are pressure cast, or roto-cast parts.
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Starrag Heckert has a much bigger presence in europe, and are usually considered higher-tier machines, usually reserved for OEM's with deep pockets and specialty applications. But you're correct, definitely not in the high-production category.
Efthreeoh, are you still with lockheed martin?