SYIL X9: A New Level of Power, Automation and Capability for UK Manufacturers

There is a new arrival on the shopfloor, and he is already getting attention. The latest SYIL X9 installation in the North West has just been completed, and this machine has come prepared. Fully equipped for pneumatic workholding and ready for a machine tending cobot that will be installed later this week, this X9 is built for serious productivity.

And the best part is that this level of capability comes at a far more accessible price than many expect.

A Beast of a Machine: What Makes the X9 Stand Out

The SYIL X9 was engineered for shops that demand rigidity, accuracy and power from a midsize vertical machining centre. It sits in the sweet spot between compact footprint and heavy production capability, giving users the flexibility to take on tougher materials, larger parts and higher volume work.

Key X9 performance features include:

• A powerful 12,000 rpm spindle that handles steel, stainless and aluminium with ease

• A heavy duty epoxy granite frame that brings exceptional vibration damping

• Large travels and a generous working envelope for bigger parts

• Precision linear guides and ball screws for reliable accuracy

• A 24 tool side mount tool changer for fast cycle times

• Industry standard Siemens SINUMERIK control for professional level programming and automation

In short, the X9 gives users the performance they expect from a premium machining centre, but at a far more competitive investment level.

Automation Ready: Pneumatic Fixturing and Cobot Integration

This particular installation was set up with full pneumatic fixturing from day one. That means:

• Faster part clamping

• Consistent workholding pressure

• Reduced operator intervention

• Seamless compatibility with robotic machine tending

This is a crucial step for shops preparing to scale production. With the machine tending cobot arriving later this week, the owner will unlock a repetitive, stable and automated workflow that runs reliably throughout the day.

The X9’s rigidity and repeatability make it an ideal platform for automation. Once the cobot is operational, this setup will deliver impressive throughput with minimal human touch.

Equipped with a NIKKEN CNC202 Rotary and Custom Trunnion

To take capabilities further, this machine was also fitted with:

• A NIKKEN Kosakusho Europe Ltd CNC202 rotary

• A custom engineered trunnion

• An air braked support for stability and performance

This transforms the X9 from a three axis workhorse into a powerful four axis machining system. The trunnion opens up more complex part geometries, higher precision multi face machining and reduced setups for improved overall accuracy.

The air braked support brings the rigidity needed for heavy cuts, long cycle times and high material removal without losing accuracy on rotation.

For many UK shops, adding a rotary table to the X9 unlocks new commercial opportunities without requiring the footprint or cost of a larger five axis machine.

A Smarter Investment for Growing UK Shops

One of the reasons the SYIL X9 continues to attract attention is simple. It offers:

• Big machine capability

• Automation readiness

• Proven accuracy

• Compact footprint

• Lower operating costs

• A price that is far more accessible than most mid-sized VMCs

This combination makes the X9 an ideal next step for growing shops that need to improve throughput, diversify the type of work they can take on, or reduce reliance on operator hours.

For this customer in the North West, the X9 was chosen specifically to expand capability without expanding overheads. It is a powerful and future ready platform that continues to deliver long after installation day.

Big Thanks to Our Customer

A huge thank you to our customer for placing their trust in SYIL for their next machine tool investment. Every installation represents a partnership, and we are proud to support more UK machinists as they scale and modernise their production.

We will see you on the next one.

Want to See What the SYIL X9 Can Do for Your Shop?

If you are exploring ways to increase capacity, modernise your workflow or prepare your shop for automation, the X9 is worth a closer look.

You can find full specifications, pricing and configuration options at: https://uk.syil.com/x9