Laser sintering allows production on demand, saving time and reducing development costs. Hofmann Innovation AG presents the world’s largest selective laser sintering (SLS) system for plastics. With a usable volume of up to 1,500 mm x 500 mm x 500 mm (X|Y|Z axis), the “Hofmann Medea 1500” system now allows the sintering of large plastic components using a genuine single-step process. Peter Mischke at the Hofmann Medea 1500’s control panel (Image: Hofman Innovation AG). As a result, (…)

The perfect symbiosis between high-performance 5-axis machining centres and special software is opening up completely new opportunities for the manufacturers of gearwheels and gear-cutting components. Modern milling technology is conquering ever broader application areas. Optimised machines at Hermle The 5-axis technology allows the simultaneous precision machining of extremely complex 3D contours. The motor spindles allow torque-optimised and therefore efficient use of the particular (…)

At the Metav, Chiron will present the new DZ 12K S Magnum five axis double-spindle machining center with a two-axis tilt rotary table for the two-spindle milling and turning of complex workpieces in one set-up. At the Metav in Düsseldorf, Hall 16, Booth C 48, one can experience what Chiron considers to be efficiency in complete machining. A new double-spindle center will be introduced with 2 x 5 axes, which impresses with its performance with regard to productivity and surface finish. (…)

During the Siams 2002, Tornos unveiled the DECO 13a, a machine which offered all the advantages of the DECO 10a machine launched 6 years earlier. Since that time, over 1500 of these machines have been sold and used to produce technical parts all over the world. During Simodec 2010, Tornos will present the next step in DECO’s evolution with the EvoDECO 16a. The first thing that stands out is the departure in terms of design compared with the classic rounded DECO models. If the DECO 13 (…)

The open house of DMG Pfronten just started and alongside visiting the factory and discovering the 55 exhibited models, visitors have the possibility to attend high-profile added value seminars. In addition, the show presents some main axes, energy efficiency and optimized process chains to say a few. At the Open House you can also visit the factory and discover the assembly chains. In this building, the Monoblock machines are moving step by step to be assembled.The optimised way to work (…)

The Metav Düsseldorf hall 16 stand C 48 you will see for yourself first-hand our extensive program of machinery and further developments by Chiron. The next Metav will definitely be an important exhibition. The Tuttlingen based company Chiron will take that opportunity to present the DZ 12K S Magnum five axis as well as the FZ 15 W Magnum. Let’s discover a few characteristics: DZ 12K S Magnum The serie 12 is available now with HSK-A63. The machine offers 5-axis complete machining (…)

The 2009 Kern precision days were celebrated recently. Whilst enjoying traditional Bavarian specialities visitors had the opportunity to talk shop about new machines and applications – of which Kern had plentiful to offer. Let’s come back on technical news. Technical fireworks: The new Kern Triton combines the Kern typical accuracy and surface finish with high chip removal volumes. Innovative force Company owner Ekkehard Alschweig says: "Despite the rough economy three new developments (…)

The history and growth of Humard Automation are tightly connected to the success encountered on the market. Living an opportunistic mastered growth, the company offers nowadays a wide range of solutions. From industrial presses to assembly lines, to robotization and palletizing solutions to accessories dedicated to improve productions and even to high precision automatic lathe. Interview with Mr Georges Humard, Co-CEO with his brother Raphaël. .k Amongst other products, Humard Automation (…)

On the occasion of the METAV in Dusseldorf, DMG will exhibit 22 machines focussing on chip removal on 1000 m2 of stand space. Emphasis will be placed on specific trade fair topics, such as biomedical engineering and energy efficiency Shortly after the in-house exhibition at DECKEL MAHO Pfronten GmbH, taking place at the beginning of February, DMG will tackle the next trade fair highlight, the METAV 2010 from February 23 to 27. As a traditional event of the VDW Verein deutscher (…)

GF AgieCharmilles has demonstrated its technology leadership, earning an EuroMold Award for its new Laser products and technology. The award was presented in December during the EuroMold 2009, in Frankfurt/Main Germany. Oscar of application development The award honors the three best products and services exhibited at EuroMold, a world fair for moldmaking, tooling, design and application development. According to the motto “From Idea to the Product“ it can be considered as extraordinary (…)