Johnford DMC Series 1600mm – 6100mm Moving Table/Fixed Column Bridge Mills

Johnford is renowned worldwide for building some of the heaviest and most rugged CNC bridge mills in the industry — a reputation earned over decades since the company’s founding in the late 1970s. The DMC-1600 to DMC-6100 series features a fixed-column, moving-table design that delivers exceptional rigidity and versatility while conserving valuable floor space. With expansive standard configurations and optional accessories, this series is designed to meet the needs of virtually every metal-cutting manufacturer.

Looking for a different size/capability? Check out other models in the DMC Series:

Built for Exceptional Rigidity and Performance

Johnford’s philosophy for high-end double-column machining centers starts with heavy Meehanite castings produced in its own foundry, ensuring the highest quality from the ground up. Dense, fine-grain cast iron provides outstanding vibration damping for superior surface finishes and long tool life. The unique one-piece bridge and columns casting, combined with a full-length Meehanite base, delivers 100% table support over the entire travel range, while hardened and ground box ways in both Y and Z axes absorb heavy cutting forces with ease.

Engineered for Operator Efficiency and Safety

The DMC-1600 ~ 6100 series prioritizes ergonomics and accessibility, featuring 100% full machine enclosures to contain chips and coolant while providing excellent operator access from all sides. Swing-open side doors and a movable control panel simplify tool changes and machine setup, while the low 30.7″ table height ensures comfortable part loading. Powerful spindle options — from high-torque 2-speed gearbox designs to high-speed direct-drive and integral motor configurations — offer the flexibility to handle everything from heavy cutting to precision finishing.

Key Features:

  • Unique one-piece bridge and columns casting
  • Full-length Meehanite cast iron base for 100% table support
  • Hardened and ground box ways in both Y and Z axes for maximum rigidity
  • 2-speed gearbox spindle drive for high torque cutting
  • Hydraulic Z-axis counterbalance for smooth motion control
  • Easy-access, high-speed automatic tool changer (ATC)
  • 100% full enclosure to contain chips and coolant
  • Complete chip removal system with two screw-type conveyors plus one belt conveyor
  • Superior ergonomics with just 30.7″ table height from the floor

Ideal for:

  • Mold and die manufacturing
  • Aerospace and automotive components
  • Large workpiece precision machining

Need a customized-size CNC Bridge Mill?

Johnford prides itself on offering countless customized sizes and payload designs in both DMC moving table / fixed column designs and SDMC sliding column / fixed table designs.

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Specifications

Item / Model
DMC-1600 Request a Quote
DMC-1600H Request a Quote
DMC-2100 Request a Quote
DMC-2100H Request a Quote
DMC-3100 Request a Quote
DMC-3100H Request a Quote
DMC-4100 Request a Quote
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DMC-5100 Request a Quote DMC-5100H Request a Quote DMC-6100 Request a Quote DMC-6100H Request a Quote

X Travel

63″

63″

80.7″

80.7″

120″

120″

161.4″

161.4″

200.8″

200.8″

240.2″

240.2″

Y Travel

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

Z Travel

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

31.5″ (42″ opt.)

Distance Between Columns

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

51.2″

Table Size

66.9″ x 43.3″

66.9″ x 43.3″

86.6″ x 43.3″

86.6″ x 43.3″

130″ x 43.3″

130″ x 43.3″

165.3″ x 45.3″

165.3″ x 45.3″

204.7″ x 45.3″

204.7″ x 45.3″

244″ x 45.3″

244″ x 45.3″

Table Size

17,600 lbs.

17,600 lbs.

22,000 lbs.

22,000 lbs.

Table Load

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

13,200 lbs.

17,600 lbs.

17,600 lbs.

22,000 lbs.

22,000 lbs.

Rapids X/Y/Z
(IPM)

590/590/472 BT-40/CAT-40
472/590/472 HSK-63A opt.

540/540/472 BT-50/CAT-50
472/590/472 HSK-100A

590/590/472 BT-40/CAT-40
472/590/472 HSK-63A opt.

540/540/472 BT-50/CAT-50
472/590/472 HSK-100A

590/590/472 BT-40/CAT-40
472/590/472 HSK-63A opt.

540/540/472 BT-50/CAT-50
472/590/472 HSK-100A

590/590/472 BT-40/CAT-40
472/590/472 HSK-63A opt.

540/540/472 BT-50/CAT-50
472/590/472 HSK-100A

590/590/472 BT-40/CAT-40
472/590/472 HSK-63A opt.

540/540/472 BT-50/CAT-50
472/590/472 HSK-100A

590/590/472 BT-40/CAT-40
472/590/472 HSK-63A opt.

540/540/472 BT-50/CAT-50
472/590/472 HSK-100A

CNC Control

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Oi-MF Plus (31i-MB opt.)

Spindle Taper

BT-40 / CAT-40
(HSK-63A opt.)

BT-50 / CAT-50
(HSK-100A opt.)

BT-40 / CAT-40
(HSK-63A opt.)

BT-50 / CAT-50
(HSK-100A opt.)

BT-40 / CAT-40
(HSK-63A opt.)

BT-50 / CAT-50
(HSK-100A opt.)

BT-40 / CAT-40
(HSK-63A opt.)

BT-50 / CAT-50
(HSK-100A opt.)

BT-40 / CAT-40
(HSK-63A opt.)

BT-40 / CAT-40
(HSK-63A opt.)

BT-50 / CAT-50
(HSK-100A opt.)

Spindle RPM (BT/CAT)
Spindle RPM ((HSK))

10,000 (15,000 DD opt.)
((18,000 (24,000 opt.))

6,000 (8,000 / 10,000 opt.)
((15,000))

10,000 (15,000 DD opt.)
((18,000 (24,000 opt.))

6,000 (8,000 / 10,000 opt.)
((15,000))

10,000 (15,000 DD opt.)
((18,000 (24,000 opt.))

6,000 (8,000 / 10,000 opt.)
((15,000))

10,000 (15,000 DD opt.)
((18,000 (24,000 opt.))

6,000 (8,000 / 10,000 opt.)
((15,000))

10,000 (15,000 DD opt.)
((18,000 (24,000 opt.))

6,000 (8,000 / 10,000 opt.)
((15,000))

10,000 (15,000 DD opt.)
((18,000 (24,000 opt.))

6,000 (8,000 / 10,000 opt.)
((15,000))

Spindle Motor

15 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(31 HP Built-In opt.)

35 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(56 HP Built-In opt.)

15 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(31 HP Built-In opt.)

35 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(56 HP Built-In opt.)

15 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(31 HP Built-In opt.)

35 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(56 HP Built-In opt.)

15 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(31 HP Built-In opt.)

35 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(56 HP Built-In opt.)

15 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(31 HP Built-In opt.)

35 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(56 HP Built-In opt.)

15 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(31 HP Built-In opt.)

35 HP Hi/Lo Gear
(56 HP Built-In opt.)

Spindle Drive

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

2 Speed Gearbox

ATC Capacity

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

40 (60/80/120 opt.)

Weight

45,000 lbs.

45,000 lbs.

52,000 lbs.

52,000 lbs.

59,000 lbs.

59,000 lbs.

66,370 lbs.

66,370 lbs.

73,788 lbs.

73,788 lbs.

91,483 lbs.

91,483 lbs.

  • Coolant system
  • Spindle air blast
  • Heat exchanger
  • Full enclosure
  • Twin screw-type chip conveyors
  • One chain-type chip conveyor
  • Operation box
  • Tools, tool box & various manuals
  • Rigid tapping
  • Spindle oil cooler
  • Working lamps (2 LED)
  • Manual guide i conversational
  • Fanuc Oi-MF Plus CNC control
  • Contact tool setting system (Renishaw or Marposs)
  • High pressure coolant through spindle (400/1,000 PSI)
  • Workpiece measuring system (Renishaw or Marposs)
  • Linear scales
  • 60 Tools or more (BT-50/CAT-50/HSK-100A)
  • 60 Tools or more (BT-40/HSK-63A/CAT-40)
  • 18,000, 24,000 RPM for HSK-63A built-in spindle
  • 15,000 RPM for HSK-100A built-in spindle
  • 15,000 RPM direct drive for BT-40/CAT-40
  • 8,000 RPM for BT-50/CAT-50
  • 10,000 RPM direct drive for BT-50/CAT-50
  • Thermal compensation hardware/software
  • Fanuc 31iM-B Plus controller