Willemin-Macodel is well known for its expertise in watch industry – movement, case and external parts. It is a Swiss supplier of innovative and unique tailor-made machining solutions for high added value, complex and high precision items. At Baselworld, the Jura-based company will be presenting a programme for producing the key watchmaking components, namely preparation of settings on watch cases with the 308S, cases with the 408S2, plate machining on both sides with the 408PA and finally (…)

To cope with increased demand, several European producers have adapted their production processes by duplicating well-functioning production cells. Now that the competition has no borders, production costs are as important as quality. An alternative to the increase of identical machines pools is to consider new innovative machining solutions, for example with the transfer machines of Mikron Machining. The services offered by this provider help restore competitiveness in European companies (…)

For ages machine tool users have been looking for a good solution to bring coolant as close to the cutting edge as possible. They seek a system which guarantees a precise arrival of lubricant where the chip is being generated. Until today it was necessary to bend copper tubes to drive the liquid to the cutting area. It was also possible to set up tubes articulated by spheres, regularly moved by chips and needing to be moved on every action on the machine, but none of those possibilities can (…)

The 6th watchmaking days of Tornos has just started. For the last few years, the company have given presentations on watchmaking operations outside its traditional area of expertise – for example a guilloche worker in 2012 and a decorator in 2013. In addition to the machining solutions, what can be discovered in 2014? Second part of the interview as well as a few pictures of the environment (first part to be read below). Brice Renggli say: “This year we’re going to talk about watch design. (…)

From 4 to 7 March 2014, Tornos hold its 6th Journées Horlogères in Moutier. This now traditional event is attended by 90 % of high precision turners from the Swiss watchmaking industry and is increasingly drawing specialists from southern Germany and France. Interview with Brice Renggli, Marketing Manager, and Carlos Almeida, Sales Manager for Switzerland. The events calendar is very busy, and with EPHJ, Swiss watchmakers already have the perfect subcontracting event in their field. Why (…)

The Liquidline from Eisele was developed especially for use in cooling circuits. In addition to brass and aluminium versions, the threaded connections of the 2500 series are now also available in stainless steel. They can be cleaned from outside with aggressive cleaning substances. With the Liquidline, Eisele delivers the most comprehensive line of components for closed coolant applications on the market. The threaded fittings of the Liquidline 2500 series are used for installations in (…)

Kennametal and Sumitomo Electric have signed a licensing agreement under which Sumitomo Electric will provide and support Kennametal’s new and advanced KM4X spindle connection solution to Sumitomo Electric customers globally. Sumitomo Electric, a leading global supplier of electric wire, optical fibers and cutting tool products, sees significant benefit for its manufacturing customers. The continuing development of high-strength, lightweight materials such as titanium alloys, Inconel, and (…)

Delcam Professional Services has manufactured its first part for the Bloodhound SSC (Supersonic Car) adventure, making the company both an SME Sponsor and a Product Sponsor of the project. The component is part of the steering support column and so is essential in ensuring that the car remains on track during its world land-speed record attempt. Bloodhound SSC aims to set a new record of 1000mph in South Africa in 2016. Delcam is supporting the project with its manufacturing software and (…)

The Ferromatik Milacron F-Series and Elektron injection molding machines will be recognized this year with an iF product design award. The internationally renowned prize underscores the company’s unique brand and its innovation-driven approach. For 60 years the iF product design award has been an internationally recognized symbol of outstanding product execution. The design of the F-Series and Elektron injection molding machines won out in the industry/skilled trades category in a field of (…)

At the end of last year Mack Werkzeuge AG took over the whole production facilities of the long established tool manufacturing company Babel NC Werkzeugtechnik GmbH. Based on years of experience in clamping technology and in cooperation with Mr. Babel himself, Mack Werkzeuge AG is going to continue the production of high-quality tools in Haslach/Oy-Mittelberg. Therefore, the existing production area was completely renovated and technical installations were modernized. It is now possible (…)