I don't believe your profit would be immediate, based on the initial cost of the machine, cutting oil, and grinding wheels needed. That, and the learning curve of at least 4 months, for someone with no cnc experience, but a good understanding of cutting tools, and pc's. Everything would depend on your shops ability to cover these expenses, until the time your machine was up to speed.
Once running though, the roi would depend more on the type of work, and volume your company does. Also, there are so many options which could affect your bottom line, more spindle hp, tool loaders(for lights out operation) additional software, for different types of tools, etc.
I've done this research, and made the machine purchase for the last company I worked for, and it can get involved. I have since went out on my own, and now own my first 5 axis t&c grinder, as well as 3 wire edm's, and a cnc dedtru.
Anca make's a good machine, but all of the machine dealers are kind of vague, when it comes to your total cost's of owning one. Also, being your first machine, support would be critical. And if you do make the purchase, it could open other possibilities for different types of work. But then you may have to look into support equipment as well.
If you would like to discuss this more, pm your number, and a good time to call. I'm not a machine dealer, just a small shop, like you.
Hope this helps,
Terry  |