CREDIT: METHODS MACHINE TOOLS INC
Methods Machine Tools Inc., North America’s foremost supplier of leading-edge precision machine tools and automation solutions, has introduced the Nakamura-Tome NT-Flex to the U.S. machine tool market.
One of the industry’s most compact CNC multitasking platforms, the two-turret, two-spindle NT-Flex features speed and flexibility for complex high mix / small-batch production.
“We’ve waited with excitement to bring the NT-Flex to the U.S. market since Nakamura-Tome’s initial product launch in late 2024. Now that it’s here, we’re all-in to deliver the NT-Flex and demonstrate how traditional turning and multitasking paired with Y-axis milling opens a new range of applications for our customers,” says Sergio Tondato, Methods’ senior director of product management.
“We call the NT-Flex the answer to Swiss-style machining for two reasons. First, on part sizes Ø25mm to 38mm, the NT-Flex has the power and rigidity to succeed with cuts where traditional Swiss machining can be limited. Second, the smaller size and more accessible work envelope provide a more productive operator experience on toolholder and parts changeovers.”
For shops seeking greater efficiency, Methods Automation Services will pair bar feeders and collection tables, while utilizing the NT-Flex’s Parts Catcher G, to create continuous operations for unattended machining.
“The NT-Flex is a perfect fit to win in expanding, high-volume markets. For example, shops making small fittings for aerospace components or medical devices, the latter where market projections forecast more than 5% year-over-year growth1 through the end of the decade,” says Jon Star, Methods’ director of marketing.
“Another is manufacturing for data center components. Data center growth to support AI expansion will require a massive number of manifolds, fittings, mounting brackets, connectors with extremely tight fits to ensure leak-tight connections. Nakamura-Tome’s precision and speed make a perfect match to run these parts in high production,” Star continues.
The NT-Flex is now available for ordering directly from Methods and its dealer network including Maruka USA, Meredith Machinery, MTA Machinery Inc., and OptiPro Systems.
The NT-Flex is Methods’ third Nakamura-Tome platform released to the U.S. this year, joining the JX-200 B-axis machining center and the twin-spindle NTY3-100V series.
Since 1983, Methods and Nakamura-Tome have partnered to deliver thousands of machines to manufacturers throughout the United States.
The Nakamura NT-Flex cuts across America
The NT-Flex is hitting the road! Ongoing and continuing through March 2026, the NT-Flex will be displayed at Methods locations. Those interested in seeing the machine, its applications, and speaking with experts can visit the following locations.
- Gilberts, Illinois: December 1 – December 12, 2025
- Wixom, Michigan: January 5 – January 16, 2026
- Charlotte, North Carolina: February 2 – February 13, 2026
- Sudbury, Massachusetts: March 2 – March 13, 2026
Additional technical details and media, as well as details about NT-Flex Cuts Across America can be found at www.methodsmachine.com/resources/events.
1 http://grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/us-medical-device-manufacturers-market