The μsurf explorer compact optical 3D measuring instrument is a complete package for measuring and analyzing surfaces. μsurf explorer is based on the proven μsurf confocal technique. The cost-effective system is suitable both for use in the testing laboratory, as well as for the production environment. μsurf explorer can be used for DIN, EN, ISO compliant roughness determination, analyses of 3D structures, layer thickness and measurement of geometry in the micrometer and nanometer range. (…)

Hypertherm, the world leader in plasma arc metal cutting technology, today announced its Powerrmax30 is the recipient of the highest product rating—5 stars—from CESVI Brazil, a member of the Research Council for Automotive Repairs (RCAR). RCAR is a worldwide organization whose primary activity is concerned with the engineering aspects of accident repair, safety, and training requirements associated with motor vehicles. Comprehensive tests The Powermax30 underwent a battery of tests (…)

Newest PartMaker release certified for use with Autodesk Inventor 2010. PartMaker Inc., a subsidiary of Delcam Plc, has announced that PartMaker Version 9, the latest version of its PartMaker® CAD/CAM software for CNC Mills, Lathes, WireEDM, Turn-Mill Centers and Swiss-type lathes, has been certified for use with Autodesk’s Inventor 2010 solid modeling design system by the Autodesk Inventor Certified Applications Program. To attain this certification, the PartMaker suite of products met (…)

Dear readers, I’m just back from Medtec in Besançon and I would like to share a few thoughts with you… First I’m happy to announce that next issue is being printed. It’s focused on micromechanics and watch industry and you’ll see that this world is full of passion and "magic people". There is no miracle but a lot of useful addresses to produce incredible parts or to have information about machines and accessories to do so. Do not hesitate to contact these companies, that’s passionate (…)

After the highly successful Medtec in Stuttgart, what can we expect from the French issue? We’ll know it soon as the show is only open today and tomorrow. Eurotec is there, don’t hesitate to stop at the booh to share a coffe and a chat! Medtec Stuttgart Despite Global Economic Woes, Canon Communications Reports Increase in Attendance at Major European Medical Manufacturing Trade Show MEDTEC Europe’s results provide evidence of strength in key segment of the €2 trillion advanced, (…)

With over 140 automatic lathes equipped with numerical control and almost exclusively dedicated to top-quality industry (and mainly to the watch-making industry), the company Bandi located in Courtételle is one of the jewels of Swiss Jura industry. We met the company’s managing director, Yves Bandi just before Baselworld. Baselworld kicks off in just a few days time. I imagine that as a specialised sub-contracting company you’re very busy right now? You’re quite right. This kind of event (…)

With the DF 2-3 two-process drag finishing machine, Otec launches a world première at EPHJ in Lau-sanne. With this piece of equipment, innovation allows users to grind and polish parts like implants, watch cases and many others within a single machine. With the dedicated technique it is possible to reach hand polished quality with a high process reliability. Since its foundation in 1996, Otec has been developing drag-finishing units. With this process, the workpieces are mounted on special (…)

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As small-scale 3D machining is being developed to keep pace with the product miniaturization trend, SARIX offers the high performance Micro EDM machine line, the SX-100/200 series which have been especially designed for medium volume production of high-precision micro instruments, components and also for microinjection molding of micro-fluidics cavities. Based on know-how Now Sarix, through its strong and accumulated experience since 1994 as market leader in the Micro EDM Machining field, (…)

Baselworld just closed its door and soon EPHJ will open. Both are dedicated to watch industry... Many people often equate passion with foolishness and, yes that’s possible sometimes. But in our industrial world, passion equates often with rare bird, pressure, precision and delivery. In order to realize next issue that will be released for EPMT/EPHJ in Lausanne (Switzerland), I’ve had the opportunity to meet up with passionate owners and CEOs of companies working all or part for the watch (…)