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By jeffpechenik • October 29, 2026
2-axis, live tooling, Y-axis or twin spindle? A plain-English guide to choosing the right used Mori Seiki or DMG MORI turning center for your parts.
By jeffpechenik • October 29, 2026
The control can matter as much as the machine. Here's what to know about Fanuc and MAPPS controls when buying a used Mori Seiki or DMG MORI lathe.
By jeffpechenik • October 29, 2026
Thinking about selling a used Mori Seiki or DMG MORI? Here's what drives value, what to gather before you call, and how to avoid leaving money on the table.
October 1, 2026
You found the right machine, inspected it and closed the deal. Now comes the part that trips up more shops than the purchase itself.
August 11, 2026
The reason a 20-year-old Mori Seiki can still hold tight tolerances is simple: someone took care of it. Mori Seiki and DMG MORI turning centers are built to last, but they reward routine maintenance and punish neglect. Whether you just bought a used lathe or you've run the same machine for a decade, this checklist will
June 17, 2026
The letters at the front tell you the machine family and, roughly, the era it was built in.
April 2, 2026
Why buying used CNC machines is the best bet.
April 2, 2026
At Protech Machine Tool Sales, Mori Seiki and DMG MORI turning centers are all we sell. Here's why — and what to look for when you're evaluating one.
February 20, 2026
In today’s manufacturing environment, capital discipline matters as much as precision. Long OEM lead times, rising equipment costs, and tighter margins have many shops rethinking how they expand capacity.
January 2, 2026
At Protech Machine Tool Sales, we inspect used Mori Seiki and DMG MORI machines every day. Here’s a practical checklist every buyer should understand before making a purchase.