Delivering precision toolmaker lathes – a counterpart to the renowned Hardinge HLV-H
We specialize in crafting fully qualified precision lathes, the TML-5C series toolmaker lathe, a Hardinge HLV-H clone.
We specialize in crafting fully qualified precision lathes, the TML-5C series toolmaker lathe, a Hardinge HLV-H clone.
We are best known for our TML-5C series lathes, called "THE Hardinge Clone".
Each TML-5C series lathe gets delivered to you from our Pennsylvania facility where we perform our extensive qualification process. This is unique in the industry, we utilize our 60+ years of Hardinge rebuilding experience and it involves checking, adjusting, fitting, hand scraping and aligning every part of the machine. That's what makes our lathes a Babin lathe.
A Babin lathe is synonymous with refinement - great feel, quality, longevity and high precision, like a Hardinge.
We are a modest enterprise situated in central Pennsylvania, dedicated to crafting precision toolroom lathes and complementary accessories. Our expertise lies in offering meticulously crafted Hardinge HLV-H clone lathes through our distinguished TML-5C series machines. Each of these undergoes a comprehensive assessment to ensure precis
We are a modest enterprise situated in central Pennsylvania, dedicated to crafting precision toolroom lathes and complementary accessories. Our expertise lies in offering meticulously crafted Hardinge HLV-H clone lathes through our distinguished TML-5C series machines. Each of these undergoes a comprehensive assessment to ensure precision, impeccable fit, and finish prior to departing our premises. Our commitment to excellence sets us apart, as no other dealer parallels our exacting standards.
Drawing upon over six decades of Hardinge rebuilding expertise, our accomplished team is dedicated to the art of hand scraping, fine-tuning, and aligning each machine, ensuring a level of precision and accuracy that knows no equal. This meticulous process, complemented by our astute overhead management practices, culminates in the deliv
Drawing upon over six decades of Hardinge rebuilding expertise, our accomplished team is dedicated to the art of hand scraping, fine-tuning, and aligning each machine, ensuring a level of precision and accuracy that knows no equal. This meticulous process, complemented by our astute overhead management practices, culminates in the delivery of an impeccably vetted precision toolmaker lathe – a counterpart to the renowned Hardinge HLV-H. Remarkably, all of this comes at a competitive price point, without compromise, unlike other machines that are sourced directly from overseas vessels.
Within our operation, a stringent regimen of quality control is meticulously enacted to ascertain the conformity of each component. Whether it be parts, gibs, tailstocks, headstocks, carriages, cross slides, gears, or clutches, no element escapes the scrutiny of our elevated benchmarks for accuracy and precision. Employing cutting-edge a
Within our operation, a stringent regimen of quality control is meticulously enacted to ascertain the conformity of each component. Whether it be parts, gibs, tailstocks, headstocks, carriages, cross slides, gears, or clutches, no element escapes the scrutiny of our elevated benchmarks for accuracy and precision. Employing cutting-edge apparatus and skilled technicians, we undertake an exhaustive examination of each facet, assuring its alignment with our exacting standards before it embarks from our establishment.
Translation: We do the right thing to give you piece of mind.
Since it's inception in 1959, Babin Machine was founded on the principle of hard work and treating customers with respect and honesty. That philosophy has been enduring as it seems we have been doing something right for the last 60+ years. So, at Babin Machine Sales, we are committed to providing exceptional customer service. We work cl
Since it's inception in 1959, Babin Machine was founded on the principle of hard work and treating customers with respect and honesty. That philosophy has been enduring as it seems we have been doing something right for the last 60+ years. So, at Babin Machine Sales, we are committed to providing exceptional customer service. We work closely with our clients to ensure that their needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Our team is always available to answer questions and provide updates on your project.
Founded in 1959, Babin Machine Tool has been specializing in the service, rebuild and restoration of Hardinge lathes for over 60 years. Our experienced team of engineers and machinists has a deep understanding of Hardinge machines, ensuring that each rebuild meets the highest standards of quality and performance.
“Hi Paul,
My team loves the TML-5Cst lathe we got from you recently. We are making super precision rocket parts on it and it never disappoints. Would you be able to configure another lathe for us? Thanks.”
Tom Mueller
CEO & Founder
Impulse Space Propulsion El Segundo CA
April 2020
“Paul, I have been talking with the guys out in our manual shop area and I wanted to drop you a note about how much they like the [2] TML lathes we bought about a year ago. When it came time to add some equipment in that area, I was at a loss regarding where to go to fill our needs; luckily your reputation as a Hardinge rebuilder led me to you guys and these lathes. There was some healthy skepticism about these machines when they came in, mostly the „nothing will be as good as a Hardinge‟ type of thing, but that disappeared within days of installation. The machines have been wonderfully smooth, accurate, and reliable, so much so that [2] of our machinists have claimed them as their own and use them daily, even when one of our Hardinge lathes is available. That may not sound like the compliment that it is, but I am sure you understand what I mean. These [2] machines have definitely sold us on more when the time comes
Chris M
Dec 29, 2019 Harmonic Drive Peabody, MA
By the way, our Tool Room Lathe is still running strong and the guys here love it!�
Unsolicited comment regarding our Babin Machine TML-5Cst lathe purchased Feb 2011
Mike S. of Bluefin Robotics Corp. , Quincy, MA
June, 2013
"a quick follow up on our new lathe TMLst The machine is functioning well, the
machinists that use it are very happy with it�s quality and accuracy. Thanks for
delivering a quality product. �
Now for some more business, �.
Talk to you soon."
Darren Bond Marvin Engineering Group CA
July, 2015
“After seeing the Hardinge style TML-5C toolroom lathe displayed at the 2008 EASTEC machine tool exposition, we were impressed by the look, feel, and features of this lathe enough to purchased it. Of course, the good reputation of Babin Machine made the decision even easier. We now rely on our Babin TML lathe for fast and accurate prototyping work and it has proven to be a real performer. We are very pleased with the lathe, the value, and the service from Babin Machine.”
Udo Plocher
Vice President Manufacturing
Henke Sass Wolf of America, Inc. Dudley, MA
TML-5Cem testimonial
I received the machine Monday 1/23. Hooked up and running. Having run Hardinge my entire career, this machine is very impressive. A wonderful machine.
J. C. Virginia
January 2017
“ By the way, our machinist thinks the world of the TML – says we made a great choice”
M.H. Manufacturing Engineer, Orlando, FL
June 2019 TML-5Cem
BTW, we really like that TMLst lathe. All the reports I get back are that it’s a quality piece of equipment. They really like the digital threading. These guys are used to running Hardinge Super Precisions which is a pretty high mark. Well done.”
HM Instruments – Engineering Services – Experimental
(national medical company, 3 year old TML-5Cst lathe at the time)
“...not only have you rebuilt several Hardinge lathes for me as well as purchasing a new TML-5Cst toolroom lathe, I am very happy with all of these.”
K.B. Tooling Supervisor
NC area Defense Contractor
Jan 2022
“My team loves the TML-5Cst, it is currently the most used machine in the shop. I like it so much I bought a second machine for my home workshop.”
Tom Mueller
Founder and CEO, Impulse Space
CA
July 2022
“The servo threading on our new TML-5Cst worked out great on the threads that I have done. I have not had a chance to do a multi-start thread yet, but I look forward to it. The machine itself is rigid and very accurate. The threading was smooth and simple and straight forward to set-up. Thank you the machine is exactly what we asked for and much more."
TML-5Cst lathe testimonial from large medical company located in upper mid-west.
April 2016
Hey Paul. Here is that picture I promised. Already getting a lot of use and becoming a favorite of the shop. Feel free to use this image on your website or other advertising.
Jason Pastor, Instrumentation Technician
University of Pennsylvania
August 2022
