--- title: Okuma | TCO Machine Tool Mass description: Learn how a heavy machine tool can enable you to create higher-quality parts and help prevent tools from dulling or breaking. --- [![Okuma](https://site.okuma.com/hubfs/Okuma_June2018/Images/logo-mobile.svg)](https://www.okuma.com/) ![january_tco_main_image@2x](https://site.okuma.com/hs-fs/hubfs/january_tco_main_image@2x.jpg?width=700&name=january_tco_main_image@2x.jpg "january_tco_main_image@2x") Mass means everything.  When it comes to quality, longevity, and durability of a machine tool, weight class matters!  Investing in a robust, high-quality machine tool can pay dividends in the long run - here's how:  **![check-square-regular_okumablue](https://site.okuma.com/hubfs/check-square-regular_okumablue.svg)A heavier machine dissipates cutting energy, creating less noise and vibration and resulting in a higher-quality part. ** **![check-square-regular_okumablue](https://site.okuma.com/hubfs/check-square-regular_okumablue.svg)Heavier machines help to stabilize energy at the tool insert level, keeping tools from dulling or breaking.** **![check-square-regular_okumablue](https://site.okuma.com/hubfs/check-square-regular_okumablue.svg)A machine with more mass can withstand and absorb heavier cuts time and time again while still maintaining structural integrity.** **Hold your machine tool accountable for your profitability.** If you really want to be profitable, invest in a high-quality, robust machine tool. ### We’re here to help you make an informed decision around the total cost of ownership and the true value of the machine tool you choose. Contact us today! ### Contact your local Okuma distributor to find out how much you could be saving. Remember, together the possibilities are endless. [CONTACT US →](https://www.okuma.com/contact-okuma)   [![Okuma](https://site.okuma.com/hubfs/Okuma_June2018/Images/logo-footer.svg)](https://www.okuma.com/) **OKUMA AMERICA CORPORATION** 11900 Westhall Drive Charlotte, NC 28278   - [Privacy Policy](https://www.okuma.com/privacy-policy) ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFIED © 2021 OKUMA AMERICA CORPORATION ![](https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=181844785909704&ev=PageView%20&noscript=1)