After experiencing rigidity issues with a five-axis machine, Barbco moved its large parts to a double-column Johnford DMC-4100PH three-axis mill from Absolute Machine Tools. The Johnford is able to handle both heavy-duty roughing and fine-tolerance work, a feature crucial for Barbco’s production of durable parts for high-wear industries. The change has also allowed Barbco to design more complex parts and maintain flexibility in production, even when handling rush orders.