Gantry-type machining centers are machine tools in which the table and tool head are mounted on a type of "gantry" that moves over the workpiece. This design allows larger and heavier workpieces to be machined than conventional machining centers. Some features of gantry machining centers are: High rigidity and dynamics High precision and accuracy Large workpiece sizes and weights Automated tool change Possibility of automatic tool compensation Gantry machining centers are used in a wide range of industries, such as automotive, aerospace, engineering and medical. They are particularly useful for the production of large and heavy workpieces, such as machine components, tools, molds and dies.