Classification Of Machine Tools Several types of machine tools gradually increased until the mid-twentieth century and, subsequently, began to decline according to the Group's Technology.
However, machine tools are classified in general terms as follows: 1. According to the direction of the major axis: Horizontal central lathe, horizontal drilling machine etc. Vertical - vertical lathe, vertical axis milling machine etc. inclined - special (for example, for transfer machines). 2. According to the purpose of use: general purpose - for example, central lathes, milling machines, drilling machines, etc. Unique purpose - for example Oriented lathe, turning lathe etc. Special purpose - for mass production. 3. According to the degree of automation.