Horizontal vs. Vertical Milling and Turning: What Are the ...
WEBJan 24, 2020 · The two main types of vertical mills are turret mills and bed mills. Turret milling machine. With turret milling machines, the spindle remains fixed in place, while the bed portion of the machine holds the material. This bed moves horizontally or vertically, allowing for the machine to manipulate the position of the material in both directions.