Trunnion System and Rotary Indexer shown in VMC

ONLY ONE 4th Axis is required to get the benefits of a Horizontal Machining Center on your VMC equipped with an Automatic Pallet Changer. Increase 4th Axis productivity by adding our MIDACO TRUNNION SYSTEM and Vertical Rotary Faceplate to a New Automatic Pallet Changer. Turn your Vertical into a Horizontal with NO cable management needed!



Yrunnion System shown with 2 trunnons and rotary indexer

The MIDACO TRUNNION SYSTEM includes one 4th Axis actuator assembly and two trunnions (individual trunnion is also available separately), and works with any 4th axis rotary-indexer (not included). A trunnion is mounted on each pallet of the Pallet Changer outside the VMC. Once transferred into the machining area, the trunnion clamps onto the MIDACO receiver and automatically engages with the 4th Axis. The Trunnion System is a cost effective solution to increase your Vertical’s capability by machining 360 degrees without the need for cable management.

2 Vertical Rotary faceplates shown tslot and spindle holes


Increase your machining versatility by adding a Vertical Rotary Faceplate, available with t-slots or spindle holes, for multiple workholding options.


Your VMC can do MORE with MIDACO!

MIDACO offers a full line of Automation Solutions to fit your Machining Centers

  • Manual Pallet Changer System
    • Pallet sizes from 12.75"x 10.5" (234mm x 267mm) up to 60" x 25" (1524mm x 635mm)
    • Up to 1,000 lb (454 kg) weight capacity (2000 lb optional upgrade)
  • Automatic Pallet Changer System
    • Pallet sizes from 22" x 14" (229mm x 356mm) up to 190" x 72" (4826mm x 1829mm)
    • Up to 32,000 lb (14,528 kg) weight capacity (with weight evenly distributed).
  • Automatic Multi-Pallet Changer System for 5-axis machining
    • 19 stations each with a 10" (254mm) dia. round pallet
  • Trunnion System for 4th Axis machining
    • No Cable Management Needed
    • Turn your Vertical into a Horizontal
  • Automatic Door System
    • For single and double doors
    • Operator ergonomic benefits
    • Ideal for robot loader applications