MIM (Metal Injection Molding) combines both plastic injection and metal powders technologies. This machining process allows the realization of small and precise complex parts with an excellent surface finish for medium to large series. Its price-quality ratio is without any comparison. Main challenge faced by this process? The lack of knowledge about the possibilities of machining by MIM from potential customers. Meeting with Mr. René Breitenmoser sales and marketing Director of Parmaco AG (…)

Delcam has launched the 2011 version of its FeatureCAM feature-based CAM system, which incorporates support for 64-bit computers, improved data exchange from a wider range of design software, the ability to use stock models and new strategies across the complete program, from turning to five-axis machining. The program also features a more modern interface to make programming easier than ever. All these developments will ensure that FeatureCAM retains the leadership in programming speed (…)

Who never dreamed of a machine that can be upgraded on demand to follow the increase of his production? At the start we can’t always buy the most productive solution, but this is tricky because once invested, it’s not easy to evolve. Mikron made that dream comes true! Meeting with Axel Warth, Head of Marketing and Business Development with Mikron. The modularly constructed Multistep XT-200 transfer system can grow with the life cycle of the products. Each individual module is a (…)

It is under that title that Wittenstein alpha presented the new high performance rack-and-pinion at Motek yesterday. The booth was fully loaded by journalists and customers to discover this new step in the evolution of its linear systems. Carburisation elevates performance data to a completely new level. Wittenstein alpha is extending its portfolio of high-precision rack-and-pinion systems with a new generation of carburised racks. These linear systems, which are ideal for applications (…)

At the Motek show I met ondrives precision manufacturing. This company located in the UK is expanding its business in europe and is looking for agents to sell its precision products. From standard gearboxes and precision gears to custom made parts, Ondrives is an established leader in the field of design and manufacture. Typical products gearboxes and speed reducers precision gears pulleys, belts, sprockets and chains commercial gears custom made part we will publish all the (…)

The three exhibitions will take place in Stuttgart from September 13 to 16. At the press conference, Paul E. Schall announced 60´000 fully booked sqm. The more than 60 journalists presents were able to discover that the halls were not only full of exhibitors, but also of visitors. The shows has well started. Paul E. Schall during its presentation to the press and authorities. Microsystems are more and more used in every application, from automobile to medicine or IT. Conscious of that (…)

The industry and user-oriented specialist conference “Composites in Automotive & Aerospace” will take place for the fifth time in parallel with the specialist trade fair MATERIALICA 2010. The conference is the perfect platform for developement engineers, construction engineers and designers from the field of automotive and aerospace. With practical workshop and panel discussion. . The conference will inform attendees about: Global Trends Developments in materials engineering (…)

The growing need for special thread forms on medical bone screws, implants and other micro components is creating an increased requirement for techniques and tools that can produce high tolerance threads in faster and more cost effective ways. To help address this market trend, cutting tool and tooling systems specialist Sandvik Coromant is introducing its new CoroMill® 325 thread whirling inserts and holders. Sandvik Coromant introduces its new CoroMill® 325 thread whirling inserts and (…)

Three new multi-axis mill-turning centers from Star Micronics will make their world premieres at the AMB show. Until now a manufacturer of exclusively sliding-head lathes, the company will introduce its first fixed-headstock bar automatic – the SG-42. With the SF 25, Star increases the possibilities of machining complex parts on a sliding head. SB-20C - New level of competitiveness The latest model in the popular SB range of Star sliding-headstock lathe will be launched. Designated (…)

The Ruby-Precis/Micropierre group has grown considerably in 2009 in all metals machining: stainless steels of every type, titanium, tungsten, molybdenum, or, Platinum, as well as in ultra hard materials like technical ceramic, sapphire, silica, carbide Current capacities for metals are from diameters 0.40 to 32 mm, tolerance 1 micron on some machines with 10 axes, 45 tools and counter-spindle. A new workshop of 500 sqm equipped with NC lathes and machining centers is operational since (…)