INDEX DEFENSE & SECURITY SOLUTIONS
High-precision manufacturing solutions for the defence, security and shooting sports industry.
In industries where safety and reliability are non-negotiable, our technologies set the benchmark.
We deliver the manufacturing precision and process security that defense and security projects depend on.
With a unique combination of innovation, expertise, and uncompromising quality, we enable defense and security manufacturers to stay ahead of global challenges.
Areas of application
Highlights of our solutions:
Technological diversity: From turning and milling to fully automated production lines.
Future-proof concepts: Scalable manufacturing solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s demands.
Strong partnerships: From concept and prototyping to serial production, we support every step.
INDEX Turn-mill technology
- Up to 3 tool carriers with a Y axis on both the main and counter spindles
- Powerful and dynamic milling spindle (360 degree B axis)
- Economical complete machining both of chucked parts and from bar stock
- Sophisticated work area design for turning lengths of up to 660 mm and variable machining options
- Very good ergonomics for short setup times
- Small footprint and high power density
- Wide range of automation solutions
- High-quality German machine tool design and construction
INDEX Multi-spindle technology
- Maximum of 12 or 18 tool carriers with 1 or 2 travel axes
- Y-axis, position-dependent (optional)
- 1 or 2 swiveling synchronous spindles for rear-side machining
- Up to 6 tools per swiveling synchronous spindle
- Variable use of the tool carriers for internal and external machining
- Use of several tools per tool carrier possible
- Transverse and longitudinal machining with driven tools
INDEX Swiss-turning technology
- Simultaneous machining with 2, 3 or 4 tools
- Large tool magazine for easy setups
- Fast changeover between fixed and sliding headstock operation
- Short tool change times thanks to CNC indexing axes in the tool turrets and front attachment
- Generously dimensioned and process-safe work area
- Intelligent automation through integration of the iXcenter robotic cell
- High-quality German machine tool design and construction
The right solution for every workpiece
Small arms and sports shooting industries
Rifle bolt
Diameter: Ø 30 mm | L 130 mm
Maschine: INDEX G220
Bolt Carrier
Diameter: Ø 30 mm | L 130 mm
Machine: INDEX G220
Barrel
Diameter: Ø 30 mm | L 700 mm
Machine: INDEX G220
Slide + Barrel
Diameter (Slide): Ø 26 mm | L 170 mm
Diameter (Barrel): Ø 25 mm | L 144 mm
Machine: INDEX G220
Small-caliber bullets, projectiles, kinetic penetrators and artillery shells
Artillery ammunition
Diameter: Ø 120 -155 mm
Machines: INDEX G320 - G420
Cartridge Case
Diameter: Ø 4.6 - 52 mm
Machines: INDEX MS16 - MS52
Projectile
Diameter: Ø 4.6 - 35 mm
Machines: INDEX MS16 - MS52
Optics components & Guided misssiles
Scope tube & Scope mount
Diameter: Ø 20-72 mm | L 200 mm
Machine: INDEX G200
In addition: Insert component for scope mount
Fuze housing
Diameter: Ø 40 -90 mm | L 40-80 mm
Machine: INDEX C200
Missile body tube
Diameter: Ø 70-120 mm | L 600 mm
Machine: INDEX G420
INDEX Defense Technology Center
A space for innovative ideas and developments
INDEX engineers with extensive expertise and many years of experience in machine tool construction develop application-specific solutions together with customers at the in-house “INDEX Defense Technology Center.”
Our INDEX Experts are happy to provide the right solution, tailored to your needs.
