Duraline, a manufacturer of safety-engineered electrical distribution systems, has announced the expansion of its in-house machine shop with the installation of a new Eurotech Ultima B620 51-SLY multi-axis CNC machine at its DeLand, Florida facility. The upgrade replaces an older machining system with limited automation and bar-length capacity, and is expected to increase productivity in single-pole connector production by as much as 40%.
The Eurotech Ultima offers significantly greater automation and the ability to process longer brass bar stock. It incorporates main and sub-spindles, live tooling, a 15-station turret, bar-feeder capabilities, tool monitoring, and automated part evacuation. These features enable more continuous and efficient production, reducing operator intervention and allowing skilled machine shop personnel to focus on production management, setup, inspection, and quality control.
According to the company, the investment is about more than replacing an older machine. Precision-machined brass components are critical to many of Duraline's single-pole connector products, and enhancing the ability to manufacture these components efficiently strengthens the entire production process. The new machine is expected to improve single-pole connector productivity by up to 40% while maintaining the quality and manufacturing control that customers expect.
Duraline continues to perform machining, molding, soldering, crimping, assembly, and other manufacturing operations at its DeLand facility. Investments like the Eurotech Ultima help modernize these capabilities and prepare the operation to support future production requirements and growing customer demand. As the new machine becomes part of the regular production workflow, the company looks forward to increasing the efficiency and capacity behind its single-pole connector manufacturing while continuing its commitment to producing dependable electrical products in the United States.
Founded in 1946 as a supplier of safety-engineered electrical distribution systems for the shipbuilding industry, Duraline has grown to serve diverse sectors including petrochemical, aviation, medical, and entertainment. All manufacturing is done at the Florida facility, following stringent quality control requirements to conform with recognized industry standards. For more information on Duraline's products, visit https://www.jbn-duraline.com.
