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Hurco is a machine tool brand founded in 1968 by Gerald Roch and Edward Humston, offering CNC machining centers, turning centers, and the WinMax control.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Hurco is a machine tool brand founded in 1968 by Gerald Roch (the inventor) and Edward Humston (the businessman). The company describes a history of constant innovation focused on machining freedom and versatility, and states that it is an Indianapolis company. Its product range includes 3-axis and 5-axis machining centers, boring mills, double column machines, turning centers, and automation-ready solutions. The Hurco control, including the WinMax control, is central to its offering, supporting both G-code and Conversational programming.

History

Hurco was founded in 1968 by Gerald Roch (the inventor) and Edward Humston (the businessman). The company states that Mr. Roch was one of the first to recognize the transformative powers of computers in manufacturing, a belief that was crucial to Hurco's technological advancement and its present-day philosophy of finding the best ways to manufacture precision parts. Hurco describes itself as an Indianapolis company with racing in its veins. Its history is characterized by constant innovation and a focus on machining freedom and versatility.

Products and positioning

Total Versatility, Machines That Last, Stellar Support, and a positive 'Let's Find a Way' spirit.

  • WinMax Control

    The most versatile CNC control in the industry, supporting both G-code and Conversational programming.

  • VM Series

    Best-selling compact and productive 3-axis vertical machining centers.

  • VMX Series

    High performance 3-axis vertical machining centers.

  • BX Series

    High speed, double column bridge design 3-axis vertical machining centers.

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