At Hardman Brothers, investing in advanced manufacturing technology is how we continue to deliver precision, efficiency, and value to our customers. We’re excited to announce the addition of the Okuma Multus U3000 Multitasking Lathe to our machining capability — a significant step forward in how we produce complex components.
This investment in late 2025, strengthens our ability to support a wide range of industries including mining, automotive, defence, and general engineering, while enhancing both our capacity and technical offering.
One Machine. Multiple Capabilities.
The Okuma Multus U3000 is a true multitasking solution, combining turning, milling, and drilling into a single setup. Traditionally, these processes would require multiple machines, setups, and handling stages — each introducing time, cost, and potential variation.
With the Multus U3000, we can now complete complex components in one streamlined operation.
What this means for our customers:
- Reduced handling and setup time
- Improved accuracy across all machining stages
- Faster turnaround from start to finish
Precision Meets Efficiency
Equipped with a powerful spindle, advanced B-axis milling head (240° range), and Okuma’s intelligent OSP control system, the Multus U3000 delivers high-performance cutting with exceptional precision.
Its automatic tool changer and capability to integrate sub-spindle and lower turret operations allow us to maximise efficiency without compromising quality.
What this means for our customers:
- Consistent, repeatable accuracy on complex parts
- Increased productivity across both small and large batch runs
- Greater flexibility to meet diverse project requirements
Enabling More Complex Work
As component designs become more intricate, the need for advanced machining capability becomes critical. The Multus U3000 allows us to take on more complex geometries and multi-operation components with confidence.
From intricate turned and milled features to fully integrated machining cycles, this machine expands the scope of what we can deliver in-house.
What this means for our customers:
A partner capable of supporting increasingly sophisticated engineering requirements — reducing the need for multiple suppliers or outsourced processes.
Improving Lead Times and Throughput
By consolidating multiple machining operations into a single setup, we significantly reduce production time and increase overall throughput.
Less manual intervention and fewer setups also mean fewer opportunities for error — resulting in smoother workflows and more predictable delivery timelines.
What this means for our customers:
- Shorter lead times
- Improved delivery reliability
- Greater responsiveness for urgent or complex jobs
Strengthening Our Manufacturing Future
The addition of the Okuma Multus U3000 reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in technology that drives better outcomes for our customers. It complements our existing capabilities across Hardman Brothers and the wider Hardman Group, further positioning us as a trusted partner in precision engineering.
As we continue to grow and evolve, investments like this ensure we remain at the forefront of modern manufacturing — delivering quality, efficiency, and innovation in every component we produce.
Have a project that could benefit from advanced multitasking machining?
Get in touch with the Hardman Brothers team to discuss how our expanded capability can support your next job.