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HOW TO BUY
YOUR NEXT MACHINE
01.
DEFINE THE APPLICATION
Every project starts with the component, not the machine.
We define part geometry, material, tolerances, surface finish, and production requirements — including workholding, tooling access and secondary operations.
This ensures the solution is engineered around the component and process, not limited by a predefined platform.
03.
PLATFORM
SELECTION
Based on the application, we identify the most suitable machine architecture — turning, milling, mill-turn or multi-axis.
Key factors such as axis configuration, rigidity, spindle capacity and workspace are evaluated to support the complete machining process.
Where multiple platforms are viable, we explain the advantages and limitations of each.
02.
ON-SITE DISCUSSIONS
Many projects require more than a phone call.
We can visit your facility to understand the part, process and operating conditions first-hand.
This ensures the machine configuration is right from the start - and proven before build
04.
CONFIGURE
Once the platform is defined, the complete machining system is configured.
This includes workholding, tooling systems, spindle options, axis arrangements, probing and automation where required.
Custom or bespoke elements are specified where standard solutions do not meet the application
05.
PROCESS
VALIDATION
Before final specification and commitment, the machining process can be validated on an existing VIA machine.
This may involve proving the complete component or a critical section — such as a difficult feature, tolerance requirement or tool access challenge.
The objective is to confirm cycle time, tool strategy, workholding approach and process stability before the machine is built.
This reduces risk, accelerates commissioning and ensures the final system performs as expected in production.
06.
BUILD, INSTALL & SUPPORT
Once the specification is finalised, your machine is built and configured to the agreed application — including tooling, workholding and process requirements.
Installation is carried out by VIA engineers, or our agents with full commissioning and handover on site to ensure the machine is producing parts correctly from day one.
Ongoing support is provided by engineers with real machining experience, covering process optimisation, training and long-term service support.
The objective is not just a successful installation, but a machine that continues to deliver reliable production over its full working life
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