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CNC Lathes & Turning Centers
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CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Computer numerical controlled (CNC) lathes and turning centers are machine tools that rotate a workpiece on its axis to perform activities such as cutting and drilling. These machines make fast precision cuts using indexable tools operated under automatic control, as opposed to being operated manually. Types of equipment include horizontal turning centers, vertical turning centers, double-column machining centers, centering machines, and chucking machines, among others. Key buyers of CNC lathes and turning centers are aerospace product manufacturers, automobile and truck manufacturers, machine shop service providers, and medical device manufacturers.
This Report Includes:
- Horizontal Turning Centers
- Vertical Turning Centers
- Double Column Machining Centers
- Centering Machines
- Chucking Machines
Not in this Report:
- Operated Lathes
- Operated Turning Centers
Global CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global CNC Lathes & Turning Centers market.
Warning Trends
Tariffs to negatively impact the industrial manufacturing and processing machinery sector
- The Trump Administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to most leading US trade partners, are set to take effect on August 7, after the administration finalized the rates on August 1. As a result, leading sources of industrial equipment imports face significantly increased tariffs, including Canada (35.0%), China (54.0%), the European Union (15.0%), Japan (15.0%), Mexico (25.0%), and South Korea (15.0%).
- Additionally, the administration increased tariffs on aluminum and steel, common input materials for industrial machinery, to 50.0%, which is likely to increase input costs for suppliers operating inside the United States.
- China, Mexico, and Japan are three of the top sources of US machinery imports, accounting for about 50.0% of US imports in total. In addition to the increased costs from tariffs on these countries, the Japanese and Mexican machinery sectors could face increased financial risk as a large share of their revenue comes from US clients.
- According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the increase in tariff rates on steel and aluminum in 2018 led to a 78.0% increase in domestic equipment production costs, a trend that may be repeated following the latest increases in steel and aluminum tariffs.
- Suppliers that source machinery or parts from tariff-affected countries may see supply chain disruptions or extended lead times as they seek alternative suppliers to mitigate tariff impacts. In addition, buyers seeking to rent industrial machinery will likely see higher rental rates as dealers pass on higher costs and possibly limited available units if supply chain issues occur.
Global CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 2,265 |
| #2 Europe | 2,170 |
| #3 United States | 820 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of CNC Lathes & Turning Centers
United States
2026 Market Pricing$5,000.00 to $XXX,XXX.XX
per machineAverage Price
Prices in the CNC Lathes & Turning Centers market range from $5,000.00 to $XXX,XXX.XX, depending on Model Type, Number of Axes, Machine Age or Quality, Work Envelope and Chuck Size and Spindle Speed and Rating. For example, lower prices are associated with Lathes ($5,000 to $300,000 per machine), whereas higher prices are associated with Horizontal machining centers ($15,000 to $450,000 per machine), Vertical machining centers ($6,000 to $325,000 per machine) and Vertical turret lathe ($25,000 to $385,000 per machine).
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CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the CNC Lathes & Turning Centers market, prices in the US have grown 0.4% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for CNC Lathes & Turning Centers
Total cost of ownership is Low in the CNC Lathes & Turning Centers market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Delays may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Installation
Implementation
Billed During
Training
Maintenance
Repairs
Unforeseen
Delays
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.1 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as High, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Electrical Equipment Wholesalers
- Nonferrous Metal Foundry Products Manufacturers
- Ferrous Metal Foundry Product Wholesalers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Semiconductor & Circuit Manufacturers
- Aluminum Manufacturers
- Iron & Steel Manufacturers
Biggest CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest CNC Lathes & Turning Centers vendors by revenue in the US are Hanwha Corp., Star Micronics Co. Ltd. and Tsugami Corporation. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Mori Seiki Company Limited | Global | Tokyo, JP | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Okuma Corp. | Global | Oguchi, JP | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Yamazaki Mazak Corporation | Global | Oguchi, JP | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Haas Automation Inc. | Global | Oxnard, CA | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Hyundai Motor Group | Global | Seoul, KR | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Hardinge Inc. | Global | Berwyn, PA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Index-Werke Gmbh & Co. Kg Hahn & Tessky | Global | Esslingen, DE | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Akira Seiki Company Ltd. | International | Taichung City, TW | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
| Amera-Seiki Inc. | International | Houston, TX | <25 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the CNC Lathes & Turning Centers market is 4.4% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
On average, vendors operating in the market are at moderate financial risk, posing some risk of service disruption. Local, privately owned suppliers are at more risk than larger, multinational, or global companies.
There is low market share concentration in the market for CNC lathes and turning centers. Market fragmentation encourages competition in the market, both nationally and internationally.
The market has high supply chain risk because important inputs like electrical apparatus and equipment, nonferrous metal foundry products, and ferrous metal foundry products have been plagued by tariffs, shortages, and international sanctions and war in successive order the past three years.
The United States is a net importer of CNC lathes and turning centers, meaning they import more than they export. Although US buyers can leverage the competitive global market to negotiate preferable deals, buyers of CNC lathes and turning centers from international manufacturers must account for potential supply chain disruptions, overseas transportation costs, and longer lead times for delivery.
Supplier Information
DMG Mori Seiki Company Limited
DMG Mori Seiki Company Limited is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1948, the company is currently headquartered in Tokyo, Japan with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Haas Automation Inc.
Haas Automation Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1983, the company is currently headquartered in Oxnard, California, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Okuma Corp.
Okuma Corp. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include metal grinding machines and cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1898, the company is currently headquartered in Oguchi, Japan with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Yamazaki Mazak Corporation
Yamazaki Mazak Corporation is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include metal boring machines and cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1919, the company is currently headquartered in Oguchi, Aichi, Japan with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Akira Seiki Company Ltd.
Akira Seiki Company Ltd. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1985, the company is currently headquartered in Taichung City, Taiwan with an estimated 50 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Amera-Seiki Inc.
Amera-Seiki Inc. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1991, the company is currently headquartered in Houston, Texas, United States of America with an estimated 25 employees. Subscribe to learn more
CHIRON Werke GmbH & Co. KG
CHIRON Werke GmbH & Co. KG is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1921, the company is currently headquartered in Tuttlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
DN Solutions, Ltd.
DN Solutions, Ltd. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers. Founded in 1976, the company is currently headquartered in Changwon, South Korea with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Hanwha Corp.
Hanwha Corp. is a public company operating in the utilities and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include cnc lathes & turning centers, surveillance cameras and closed-circuit television systems.. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Cost of Goods Sold and Defect Density. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Warranties and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Cost of Goods Sold |
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Total revenue Total labor, material, service, and delivery costs |
The cost of goods sold represents the cost of providing CNC lathes and turning centers. The cost of goods sold can be used to determine profitability or pricing strategies of sellers. |
| Defect Density |
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Number of units Number of defective units |
The defect density represents the share of defective lathes and turning centers a company produces. The defect density can be used to determine whether manufacturing, assembly, or quality assurance processes require improvement. A lower defect density would imply a higher precision and quality of the CNC lathes and turning centers. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Competition
How do you win and retain business?
How long have you provided CNC lathes and turning centers to your most tenured clients?
Location
If I am located in a different region, do you anticipate any difficulties in delivering the CNC machine?
What are your shipping rates to my facilities? Do shipping rates vary if I need CNC machines shipped to more than one location?
Specialization
What manufacturing specifications do you follow to produce your CNC machines?
What have you done to improve the reliability, safety and precision of your machines in the past few years?
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CNC Lathes & Turning Centers RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should give an overview of their organization, including the industry and number of employees.
Buyers should explain their intended uses for CNC machines.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should specify the type(s) and quantity of CNC machines they require.
Buyers should specify the desired performance capabilities.
Project Budget
Buyers should specify their total budget.
Buyers should specify desired payment terms, including the preferred interest rate, if applicable.
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