A machine tool equipped with a supporting body and at least one
tool-holder spindle, rotatable about a respective axis, also has a
built-in dust extraction device comprising an extractor hood located in
close proximity to the spindle and presenting a suction port positionable
near to a machining area, so as to extract chips and dust generated in
the course of machining operations; the hood is capable of movement along
a direction parallel to the axis of rotation, extended and retracted by
the action of respective translating members operating in conjunction
with sensors able to read the profile of a workpiece, in such a way that
the suction port can be positioned to best advantage.