The manufacture of die-casting dies or molded part press dies is the domain of extremely resilient hot working steels. These are usually exceedingly hard and place the highest demands on the tools employed. In order for their customers to be able to integrate intricate structures into such materials Zecha Hartmetall-Werkzeug-fabrikation GmbH in Königs-bach-Stein developed a special cutter series. In line with demands, the product range has now been expanded – and is even available in (…)

According to the organisers of the MEDTEC Europe trade fair, to be held in Stuttgart from 22 to 24 March 2011, the expansion of 2011 event reflects that of the industry as a whole: Germany’s fast-growing medical technology sector achieved sales of over €23 billion in 2009. Event Manager Gregor Bischkopf, explains why he expects the industry’s continued growth to be reflected in exhibitor and visitor numbers at Europe’s leading medical technology fair. -First part of the interview- The (…)

Mikron Machining and DKSH Japan K.K. have decided to join forces in Japan. The two companies will thereby achieve synergies in the market and strengthen their footprint in Japan. The large number of stations of the Multistar CX-24 combines flexibility and productivity with a very high quality output (see below). With the clear aim of accelerated sales growth in Japan, Mikron Machining’s experienced team and current business operations, sales, and services activities in Japan will be (…)

Delcam has released the 2011 version of its PowerMILL CAM system for five-axis and high-speed machining. This release makes the programming of safe toolpaths easier than ever thanks to new stock-model-engagement options that protect both the cutting tool and the machine from excessive loading. Other enhancements include new editing capabilities to simplify the machining of duplicate items; more versatile control of feed-rates for leads and links; and extra functionality for sketching, plus (…)

The Board of Directors has appointed Mr Eugen Elmiger, 47 years, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of maxon motor ag in Sachseln with effect from January 1, 2011. The Board made this appointment to ensure that the continuity of the company’s management and long-term development would be guaranteed in the best way possible. Mr Elmiger has known the company for many years, having worked at maxon since 1991. He was a significant driving force in the establishment and expansion of the (…)

After a successful start one year ago, Schunk Laser Technology from Lauffen, Germany, has intoduced a second version of their PSM 400 laser welding machine to the market. With its high-performance laser source, the PSM 400 BladeWelder is particularly designed for welding high-temperature nickel, or cobalt base alloy, an ideal precondition for machining turbine blades and high-alloy tool steels. Moreover, its fibers absorb harmful reflections. Scalable pulse duration of up to 200 ms The PSM (…)

The new issue of Eurotec was sent to the readers yesterday. I am confident that people active in microtechnology will find it valuable. For the first time it also includes a calendar of the main 2011 shows. You will be able to consult the calendar online (and print it too) soon. The content of the magazine is as follow: Machining Animex Switzerland - A dynamic solution... C.A.M.S., Italy - NC controlled slotting machines Tooling & Peripherals Meyrat, Switzerland - Ideal for (…)

The theme of the 14th International Watchmaking Marketing day was "Watchmaking and its ambassadors". In this event, participants had the opportunity to discover what are the ambassadors of watchmaking products, what strategies and how ambassadors are involved and used. The concept of ambassador was widely discussed during the day. In short, everything that talks or makes talk about the product can be regarded as an ambassador, including the product itself (one may not be in agreement with (…)

To combine original ideas with proven technology solutions to shorten time to market;offering already perfectly reliabe innovative concepts: what a powerful idea. Perfect example of this approach, the WinFlexTurn2 automatic lathe presented by Emissa. This unique machine works up to 6 parts simultaneously. Sensation at the AMB in Stuttgart and then in Prodex in Basel when the machine was presented! Meeting with an industrial that never stops, Mr. Pierre Boschi, Director of Emissa S.A. If (…)

Hypertherm introduced the company’s first fiber laser system at EuroBLECH 2010 – the HyIntensity HFL015. During this five-day show in Hanover, Germany, Hypertherm displayed many other New products as well, including the recently launched Powermax65® and Powermax85® air plasma systems, the NEW HyPerformance HPR800XD® and the 2010 versions of its ProNest, TurboNest and NestMaster nesting software. For over 40 years, Hypertherm has focused on providing advanced technology products that cut the (…)