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June,16-19 

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September, 14-18 

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October, 5-10 

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December, 2-5 

Content 

The flexible matec 

machine design 

pp. 2-7 Traveling column series 

p. 8 Automation Part 1 

pp. 9-11 Gantry series 

pp. 12-13 Swivel table series 

pp.14-15 Special application 

p. 16 Automation Part 2 

www.matec.de 

Machines Processes Applications No.2 

matec Open House June, 18+19, 2009 

Welcome to the world of matec machines! 

Erich Unger, General Manager 

matec Maschinenbau GmbH 

EDITORIAL 

Dear readers, customers and friends 

of matec machine tool company, 

the second issue of our magazine 

matec News will inform you about 

the exhibits we will show you at the 

matec Open House in Köngen on 

June 18 and 19 - the latest flexible 

and technologically proven machine 

concepts, which will help save time 

and money in your production. 

The months which lie behind us have 

shown us: machine concepts have to 

prove their worth more than ever in 

times of crisis. Customers’ demands 

set the bar high - flexibility and customer-orientation 

are the magic words 

in difficult times such as these - with 

matec every customer can get exactly 

the machine he needs. 

Meet our partners at matec Open 

House. We are glad about the long 

and close cooperation we have with 

all of them. Learn everything about 

machine tool equipment such as controls 

and software, suction, tools and 

clamping devices as well as about 

financing your machine. 

In this issue we again show you interesting 

machines, processes and applications. 

Learn about customers, who are already 

using the matec “tailor-made” 

system for their benefit - in short 

terms: 

Get to know matec! 

Sincerely 

Erich Unger

matec-30 L matec-30 L duo 

In detail: 

E20001-F250-P610-V1-7600 

matec-30 L Machining of transformers 

From simple to versatile 

One solution with system 

The customer-specific variant of matec-30 L 

shown above is designed for the machining 

of transformers, i.e. fiber-reinforced polymers 

(FRP). It has a twin-table working area and 

four traveling rotary tables, which automatically 

adjust to the length of the workpiece. 

Special features 

CNC-controlled double-sided suction 

mechanism at the head stock 

Pick-up station for sawing unit 

Machines 

Traveling column series 

SINUMERIK 

Specifications 

Working area X 8000 mm 

Working area Y 800 mm 

Working area Z 900 mm 

Spindle HSK 63 A 

Spindle speed 18000 1/min 

Power 30 kW - 40% DC 

Torque, max. 190 Nm - 40 % DC 

Rapid feed with linear drive X-axis 80 / Y- and Z-axis 48 m/min 

Tool magazine 48 pcs 

SINUMERIK® offers an open system architecture, space-saving modular design and scalable 

hardware and software options. This flexible approach allows operating concepts to the 

requirements of individual technologies and applications. It’s a secure, future-proof and 

innovative investment for both machine tool OEMs and end-users. And it’s easy use! 

www.siemens.com/sinumerik 

Answers for industry.

+ Processes 

Long-bed machines for single-part and series production 

matec-30 LD 

In detail: 

Machining of transformers on matec-30 L 

matec-40 L matec-50 L 

Traveling column series Long-bed machines 

The traveling column series - here the L-machines with vertical spindle 

- has been conceived for single-part and series production. Whether 

used for twin table machining with rotary table or tail stock, multiple 

clamping or single-part manufacturing of voluminous parts, this 

machine group covers nearly all fields of application. Stability, precision 

and high speed are characteristics of these machines. 

Outstanding features of the traveling column series are long traverse 

paths, horizontally and vertically swiveling machine spindles, easy 

mounting of clamping units as well as automatic loading 

by means of external loading systems. 

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Spindle configurations 

L-machines 

The basic machine of this series is the long-bed 

machine matec-30 L. This milling center is available 

in various configurations, e.g. with double 

motor spindle (matec-30 LD) or with 2 traveling 

columns (matec -30 L duo). Also available in 

taper SK 50 as matec-40 L and matec-50 L.. 


with tool 

length adjustment 

double spindle 

The machining center matec-30 L duo is a longbed 

machine with two traveling columns. This 

concept allows various machining strategies: for 

one thing, the double spindle machining of identical 

parts with tooling correction in 2 x 3 axes; for 

another thing, the independent simultaneous machining 

of one work part by means of both spindles. 

Integrated turning spindles, vertical or horizontal, 

transform matec-30 L duo into a double spindle 

milling/turning center. 

For further information on the traveling column series please see www.matec.de 

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matec-30 L duo 

V-spindle 

double spindle 

2 traveling columns 

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Open House 

Exhibit 

matec-30 HV matec-30 HV with rotary table 

In detail: 

The customer-specific variant of 

matec-30 HV shown above is 

designed for the machining of 

crankshafts for large-scale motors 

up to a length of 6000 mm. 

Machining task: milling of all 

surfaces, drilling, tapping deephole 

drilling of oil conduits. 

matec-30 HV Machining of crankshafts 


Rotary rable Ø 630 mm, face plate 

vertical with direct drive 

3 lunettes, traveling independently 

by means of CNC axes 

Tailstock traveling by means of CNC axes 

Machines 


Specifications 

The optimal solution for every machining task! 




Spindle HSK 63 A 

Spindle speed 12000 1/min 


Torque, max. 100 (190) Nm - 40 % DC 

Rapid feed with linear drive X-axis 80 / Y- and Z-axis 48 m/min 


We are a young and innovative CNC machining company with 42 skilled employees. We specialize in 

turning and milling of single parts and small series in aluminium, steel, cast iron and plastics. Our customers 

are the mechanical engineering industry, automotive suppliers and electronical and plastics industry. Our 

main focus in manufacturing is the 5-side-milling of parts with a piece weight of up to 10 tons. 

Eggert GmbH CNC-Technik · Am Flugplatz 20 · D-88483 Burgrieden-Bühl · Tel. +49 (0) 73 92/169920-0 · Fax +49 (0) 73 92/169920-20 · eggert-cnc@t-online.de · www.eggert-cnc.de

+ Processes 

HV machines - swivel head for more flexibility 


Exhibit 

Turning + gear cutting 

matec-30 HVK 

matec-30 HVT 

The traveling column series has been conceived for single-part and series production. 

Whether used for twin table machining with rotary table or tail stock, multiple clamping 

or single-part manufacturing of voluminous parts, this machine group covers nearly 

all fields of application. Stability, precision and high speed are characteristics of 

these machines. 

Outstanding features of the traveling column series are long traverse paths, horizontally 

and vertically swiveling machine spindles, easy mounting of clamping units as well 

as automatic loading by means of external loading systems. A swivel head for horizontal 

and vertical machining on 5 sides and 3D characterizes the HV machines. The 

machines are available in a variety of configurations. 

Turning and milling in one machine 

matec-30 HVTH 

In detail: Traveling column series HV machines with swivel head 

Machining of crankshafts on matec-30 HV 

Standard specifications 

Digital main spindle drive, motor spindle, oriented spindle stop 

Spindle bearing Ø 80 mm, tool clamping 12.000 N 

Linear guides in all axes 

Feed rate/rapid feed with digital AC servo motors in all axes 

Tool magazine traveling in X-axis 

(protectively installed in the traveling column) 

Tool position coding variable 

Automatic lag compensation for high speed milling of contours 

Each HV machine can be turned into a milling/turning center for series production. If 

work parts are best manufactured by complete machining this can be done in max. 

two clampings. The swivel head provides for five-side machining during drilling and 

milling processes and during the turning process it allows the application of multifunctional 

lathe tools in all angles. 

Spindle configurations 

matec-30 HV /40 HV / 50 HV 

HV-spindle (swivel head) 


Customer proximity and Competence 

FMB Blickle - Your Partner 

40 years of experience in key performances of process engineering make us your optimal partner. Our outstanding and 

valuable knowledge in the fields of engineering and processing ensures your competitive advantage. Technological innovations 

combined with the right application of economical factors increase the efficiency of your production, 

FMB Blickle - Your Specialist in Fluid systems and Control Technology 

Customer-oriented and based on the innovative products of our partner Bosch Rexroth AG we realize systems and equipments 

with high customer’s benefit. We have a world-wide acceptance and ensure after-sales service for our machines. 

FMB Blickle GmbH 

Peter-Henlein-Str. 19 · D-78056 Villingen-Schwenningen · Tel. +49 (0) 7720 698-0 

Fax +49 (0) 7720 698-220 · info@fmb-blickle.de · www.fmb-blickle.de 

matec-30 HV duo 

2 traveling columns HV spindle 

Our service: 

Hydraulic systems 

Technical hydraulics 

components 

Test benches for components 

and developments 

Hydraulic NC-axes 

Controls and Software 

Spare parts 

Coolant Systems 

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matec-30 HVC matec-30 HVduo 

In detail: matec-40 HV Machining of truck axles 

The customer-specific variant of 

matec-40 HV shown above is 

designed for the machining of 

front axles for trucks. 

Machining task: milling of all 

surfaces, drilling, tapping. 

Our service: 

● Thermal cutting 

● Welding 

● Thermal stress relief 

● Sandblasting 

● Priming/Coating 

● CNC-Machining 

Rotary table Ø 700 mm, face plate 

vertical with large counter-bearing 

Flexible double clamping device for 

2 axles with quick-change device 

Machines 


Special features Specifications 




Spindle SK 50 

Spindel speed 8000 1/min 



Rapid feed with linear drive X- / Y- and Z-axis 48 m/min 


The medium-sized company HINZ has 45 employees in two 

locations and manufactures machine parts with a piece weight 

of up to 50 tons. We deliver best quality - from thermal cutting 

to finished, coated parts - everything from one source! 

Learn more about us: www.hinz-maschinenbauteile.de 

Our locations 

Plant 1 

Daimlerstr. 3-5 

D-71254 Ditzingen- 

Schöckingen 

Phone +49 (0)7156/9555-0 

Fax +49 (0)7156/9555-11 

Plant 2 

Langwiesenstr. 14 

D-74363 Güglingen- 

Frauenzimmern 

Phone +49 (0)7135/97405-0 

Fax +49 (0)7135/97405-25

+ Processes 

HV machines - swivel head for more flexibility 


Exhibit 

matec-40 HV matec-50 HV 

In detail: Traveling column series HV machines with swivel head 

Machining of truck axles on matec-30 HV 


Exhibit 

The traveling column machines are ideally suited for the machining of long, bulky 

workpieces in one clamping. Large machine tables allow multiple clamping or twintable 

machining. While the traveling column is machining one or more workpieces in 

the first working area, raw parts can be set up in the second working area during processing 

time. 

The possibilities of the HV machines for the machining of 5 sides or 3D of any kind of 

work parts are almost unlimited. The long X-axis and a swivel head tilting 105° continuously 

to both sides, with SK or HSK tapers, in combination with a variety of CNC 

rotary tables make these machines infinitely flexible. 

Options Traveling column series 

Additional tool magazine with up to 200 pcs 

Pick-up stations for oversized tools or angle drilling and milling heads 

CTS with pressure 20/40/70 bar 

Micro lubrication system 

1-axis rotary table with conventional or direct drives 

2-axis tilting rotary table 

Lathe spindle vertical/horizontal, size A8 and A11 

High speed rotary table with direct drive up to 4000 rpm (turning/positioning) 

Additional tool magazine only for turning tools with separate tool changer 

Separate fixed tool holder on the headstock for turning tools 

(option: with interrupted cut especially for heavy turning operations) 

CNC-carriage unit for tail-stock, steady rest and opposed spindle 

Integrated quick change pallet systems 

3-D probe 

Tool measuring or tool breaking control 

Loading automation / NC-gripper 


intelligent manufacturing 

solutions 

The unique CAM system - 

optimal for matec machines 

powered by 

T: +49 (0) 2191 609290 E: vertrieb@camtech.de W: www.camtech.de 

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Table Configurations Traveling column series 

1 working area 2 working areas 

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long-bed table 

rotary table 

integrated 

rotary table 

mounted 

tilting 

table 

horizontal 

vertical 

< Y = Y 

tilting table 

with 2 clamping areas 

with tailstock 

with counterbearing 

rotary table - tilting 

table - counterbearing 

Automation Standard and custom-made solutions 

Solutions 

Machines and automation 

For each machine series matec offers the adequate automation. Usually the customer orders the automation together with the machine, especially when large quantities of 

parts and high productivity are major aspects. In most cases commercially available systems are used, which are adapted to the parameters of the machine. More complex 

automation is being constructed and built by matec. In order to find the right automation a look at the process chain is helpful: 

Where does the raw part come from and where does the machined part go? 

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horizontal 

tilting table with 2 clamping 

areas in a row 

The basic form of an automation is an NC gripper in the tool magazine. It can perform the loading and unloading process, the axes of the machine are in that case used for 

handling the parts. In other cases a pallet changer is the best solution. The highly-productive swivel table machines usually have a very short operating time in the machining 

of parts. Since loading procedure takes place every 3-4 minutes, automation by pallet changer is not the best choice. A gantry loader, which picks the parts from a rolling 

belt and places them into the machine, or a robot are the more flexible alternatives. 

Combination of pallet und tool handling with handling robot exemplified at matec-30 HVK Isometric drawing 

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Standard 

long-bed table 

rotary table 

integrated 

rotary table 

mounted 

The traveling column series is a highly flexible machine concept with long traverse paths. It is designed for the machining of heavy work parts in small to medium batches. The 

automation depends on the machining task: A gantry loader is more expensive than a robot, but it can move longer and heavier parts. The gantry loader (3 or 4 axis) is moving 

linear, so longer paths are possible. The gantry loader can load several machines in a row, a difficult task for a handling robot. The robot on the other hand is much more flexible 

due to its joints (practically 6 and more axes). 

Using a pallet changer for automation makes sense in every series, when maching of voluminous and heavy parts or complete machining with long operating time play a decisive 

role. 

tilting 

table 

vertical 

horizontal/vertical

matec-50 P, X= 15800 mm, Y=5000 mm, Z=1500 mm, W=800 mm 

Tool magazine HSK 100 for 200 tools 

Table and spindle configurations gantry series 

matec-30 P matec-30 P matec-30 P 

Machines 

Gantry series 


2-axis CNC swivel head for 

5-axis simultaneous machining 

C-axis (rotary axis) ± 200° 

W-axis (swivel axis) ± 120° 

Gantry bridge adjustment 800 mm 

for optimal chipping process 

3-axis gantry(V-spindlel) 4-axis gantry (HV-spindle) 5-axis gantry (2-axis motor spindle head) 

Specifications matec-50 P 

Working area X 4000-50000 mm 


Working area Z 1100 (1500) mm 

Gantry clearance height 2270 (3070) mm 

Gantry clearance width 4000 mm 

Machine table width 3000 mm 

Spindle SK50 - DIN 69871 (HSK 100 A) 

Speed 9000 1/min 



Rapid feed 30 m/min 

Tool magazine 

Subject to technical changes 

18 (up to 200) pcs 

matec-50 P 

5-axis gantry (2-axis motor spindle head) 

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Gantry series 

matec-30 P with 

vertical spindle 

The gantry machines 30 P (Taper SK40/HSK 63A) and 50 P (Taper SK50/ 

HSK 100 A) were designed for single-part and series production of large and 

heavy work parts for tool and mould making, mechanical engineering, and 

structural steel engineering. Main range of application is the machining of 3Dshapes 

in steel and aluminium, plates, welding and steel construction. 

The gantry construction guarantees good accessibility from all sides in constrained 

space. The application of either a swivel head (± 90°) or a 2-axis CNC 

motor spindle milling head permits multilateral machining. A rich variety of 

spindle speed and spindle power possibilities for all materials is available. 


Gantry design with 

fixed machine table 

Traverse path in X-axis 

from 3000 to 15000 mm 

Traverse path in Y-axis 


Traverse path in Z-axis 


Prestressed roller guides 

in all axes 

Rapid feed rate with digital 

AC servo motor 

Digital main spindle drive 

Motor spindle, speed 9000 rpm 

Orientated spindle stop 

Tool magazine travelling in X-axis 

Tool position coding variable 

Tool life control 

Sister tool managing 

Automatic lag compensation 

in order to provide high speed 

milling of contours 

Chip conveyor on both 

sides along the X-axis 

Coolant system (CTS) 

Machine cladding (without roof) 

according to CE norm 

Control panel with all necessary 

operating devices 

Controls: 

Rexroth IndraMotion MTX 

Heidenhain iTNC 530 

Siemens 840D 

Select the machine tool that best suits 

your needs. 

GEFA will find the suitable financing. 

The easy way to finance your 

machine tool. 

Machines 

Gantry series 


1-axis swivel head 

Free-surface machining 

Options 

Linear drives in X- and Y-axis 

Motor spindle speed 9000 

up to 42000 rpm 

Motor spindle power 16 kW 

up to 34/60 kW 

Additional tool magazine 

with up to 200 pcs 

Pick-up stations for oversized tools 

or angle drilling and milling heads 


Minimal quantity lubrication 

Coolant cleaning units with 

different filter systems 


2-axis swivel head 

2-axis CNC motor spindle milling head 

Coolant temperature control 

Coolant tank with volume 

capacity 450/900/2000 l 

Oil suction unit 

Automatic doors 

Integrated quick change pallet system 

Clamping hydraulics or pneumatics 

3-D probe 

Tool measuring or tool 

breaking control 

Tool identification system 

Tool control system 

Control panel portable 

or with radio signal 

Your financing and leasing partner: 

GEFA Gesellschaft für Absatzfinanzierung mbH, 

Stuttgart 

Tel.: +49 (0711) 21032-0 

www.gefa.de

+ Processes 

Long traverse paths for voluminous work parts 


Exhibit 

In detail: 


2-axis CNC swivel head for 5-axis simultaneous machining 

C-axis (rotary axis) ± 200° · W-axis (swivel axis) ± 120° 

Gantry bridge adjustment 800 mm for stable chipping process 


2-axis CNC swivel head 

matec-40 P with 2-axis CNC motor spindle milling head 

For further information on the gantry series please see www.matec.de 

KESSLER ... Innovative partner of matec Maschinenbau GmbH since 1993 

Specifications matec-40 P 

Working area X 3000-5000 mm 

Working area Y 2500-4000 mm 

Working area Z 1300-1500 mm 

Gantry clearance height 1150-1350 mm 

Gantry clearance width 2800-3800 mm 

Machine table width 1600-3600 mm 

Spindle SK50 - DIN 69871 (HSK 100 A) 

Speed 8000 1/min 



Rapid feed 30 m/min 

Tool magazine 


40 (up to 200) pcs 

For more than 80 years KESSLER has been producing drives for the machine tool industry. The KESSLER group today consists of the Franz Kessler GmbH, 

Bad Buchau and Gamfior S.r.l, Turin. As high-standard system partner of the machine tool manufacturers we supply individually developed solutions for 

turning, milling and grinding machines. In the section of motor spindles and rotating axes we have a leading world-market position. In addition to high-performance 

motor spindles we also develop concepts for workpiece tables with direct drive and complete swivel units. The custom-made development and production 

of latest machine tool components is complemented by highly effective quality assurance measures and an excellent, comprehensive after-sales service. 

Franz Kessler GmbH · Franz-Kessler-Str. 2 · D-88422 Bad Buchau · Tel. +49 (0) 7582/809-0 · Fax +49 (0) 7582/809-170 · info@franz-kessler.de · www.franz-kessler.de 

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matec-30 SH matec-30 S matec-30 SG 

Swivel table series Machining inside - loading outside 

The matec swivel table series has been developed for series production if high stock-removing capacity is required. 

Stability, precision and high speed are characteristics of these machines. A 180° swivel table is a part of every basic 

machine. It facilitates a quick tool change and renders high productivity. matec “tailor made” system with its comprehensive 

range of products implies a multitude of machine concepts which provide optimal solutions for every customer 

and secure a considerable competitive advantage. 

The basic machine matec-30 S is available in two sizes covering the whole spectrum of parts’ dimensions for series 

production. The SH type is an especially compact and flexible machine with little place requirement, the SD machine 

with double spindle is particularly suitable for machining of most challenging and voluminous work parts and the SHV 

design with angle head fits best for horizontal and vertical machining of 5 sides and three-dimensional machining also 

in the large-scale production. Handling systems, devices and automation solutions make it possible to use the swivel 

table series flexibly for every application. 


Swivel table 180° 

Table load capacity max. 

300 kg per working area 

Digital main spindle drive, 

motor spindle, oriented spindle stop 

Spindle bearing Ø 80 mm, 

tool clamping 12.000 N 

Feed rate/rapid traverse speed with 

digital AC servo motors in all axes 

Controls: 

Rexroth IndraMotion MTX 

Heidenhain iTNC 530 

Siemens 840D 

matec-30 S 

Options 

Motor spindle 9000 up to 42000 rpm 

Motor spindle power 16 kW / 30 kW 

Motor spindle for heavy chipping 

8000 1/min, 216 Nm, 34 kW 

Additional tool magazine with 

up to 160 tools 

Pick-up stations for oversized tools 

or angle drilling and milling heads 


Micro lubrication system 

matec-30 SD 

W.KÖNIG GmbH > Apparatebau 

OSTRING 13 

> Blechbearbeitung 

> Pulverbeschichtung 

D-73269 HOCHDORF 

Machines 

Swivel table series 

1-axis rotary table with 

conventional or direct drives 

2-axes rotary/swivel table in various sizes 

Integrated quick change pallet systems 

Clamping hydraulics or pneumatics 

Rotary distributor hydraulics 

and pneumatics 

3-D probe 

Tool measuring or tool breaking control 

Loading automation / NC-gripper 

matec-30 SHV 

Fon 07153 / 98 60 - 0 

Fax 07153 / 98 60 29 

Working area matec-30 S 

Working area with mounted 

CNC rotary table and tailstock 

V-spindle double spindle 

HV-spindle (swivel head) Working area matec-30 SG 

info@koenig-online.net 

www.koenig-online.net

+ Processes 

Stability, speed and precision 

matec-30 SD 

In detail: 

The maching center matec-30 SHV has a 

swivel head as special feature. It allows the 

drilling of inclined bores in a work part. 

Equipped with a CNC rotary table the 

machine is ideal for 5-side or 3-dimensional 

machining also in large-scale production. 

Working area matec-30 SHV 

Station 1: CNC rotary table with EROWA pallet system 

Station 2: stationary EROWA pallet system 


Swivel head ± 90° for horizontal 

and vertical machining with serration 

catching in steps of 1° 

Option: swivel head ± 105° continuously 

variable as CNC-axis, indexing 

precision ± 3 angular sec. 

Linear drive in X-axis 100 m/min 

matec-30 SHV Horizontal and vertical machining 

Specifications matec-30 SHV 

Working area X/Y/Z 2000 / 600 / 800 mm 

Power 16 (30) kW - 40% DC 

Speed 9000 (12000/15000/18000/24000/42000) 1/min 

Torque, max. 100 (190) Nm 40% DC 

Rapid feed 30 (100) m/min 

Tool magazine 36 (48 up to 128) pcs 

Tool diameter, max. 70 (130) 

Tool length, max. 


340 mm 

For further information on the swivel table series please see www.matec.de 

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Ortrander Eisenhütte GmbH 

Visions from a casting 

An international casting center is coming into being in Ortrand, 

a small eastern German town in the district of Lausitz. Under the 

maxim “Adding value is the future”, it is collaborating with technological 

associates such as matec to upgrade castings for individual 

customers and to increase earnings. 

Creating prospects in the Lausitz 

Cast iron - for most of us, this means nothing more than cold, rough metal, the result 

of a process of liquifying, placing in a mold and solidifying. In Ortrand and the iron 

works based there, however, the term casting mens much more - a deeply felt passion 

which creates prospects. 

They hace been casting metal in Ortrand in the district of Lausitz, which in fact is in 

the heart of a traditional German coalmining region, for 120 years. That casting is 

generally looked on as part of the “Old Economy” does not in any way bother 

Bernd H. Williams-Boock, who has been the CEO of Ortrander Eisenhütte for four 

years. On the contrary “ We should explain how we make a living here in Germany. 

In 2007, we achieved a growth in the economy of 2.6 percent, supported by 

exports. And what do we send abroad? In many cases, a contraption with a steel or 

alloy body, either a car or a machine. And on the inside, drive systems, which move 

things, hydraulics, and so on. And all these are castings. Gear wheels, engine housings, 

hydraulic blocks. So what do we need in Germany to safeguard our living 

standard? Steel and castings!” 

At the Ortrander ironworks under the management of the eloquent salesman from 

Hamburg, this way of looking at things has given rise to a vision whose ignition spark 

has not only affected the 200 employees, but has also opened up gleaming longterm 

prospects for the entire region: The intention is to transform a local foundry with 

European flair into an international casting center. The rapid implement of the project 

costing EUR 32 million was made possible by the favorable environment for middle 

class investors in the Lausitz district, “all of whom, from the State government to the 

community in general played an active role, as the Ortrander boss Willimas-Boock 

acknowledges. 

More castings, more added value, more work, more profit 

Today the name Ortrander stands for high-tech casting processes concentrating on 

large, thin-walled components made of flake, modular and compacted graphite in 

short to medium runs. And casts are increasingly being sold in combination with additional 

services, for example either machined to a finish and ready to install or assembled 

to form a finished product. Accordingly the message of the ironworks’ boss is 

calling for more added value “If, as full service suppliers, we want to offer added 

value to our customers, we must have an understanding of the end-product or subassebly, 

including the knowledge how to produce the product from A to Z. “ 

Industrial 

Our customers 

5-axis machining par excellence 

In order to be able to exist in the global market with this strategy, Ortrander is appointing 

leading technologist exclusively in developing its production capabilities. For 

mechanical processing on the latest machine tools, the choice of manufacturers fell on 

matec. The brief called for drilling, thread-cutting and milling in every plane. According 

to a sixth-month benchmark, matec was ahead of four other suppliers on all the relevant 

points, that is: better price/performance ratio, more rugged and versatile engineering, 

and higher machining quality. Four of the five matec-30 HV 5-axis swiveling centers 

ordered from Köngen are now in service, predominantly making large components 

for heating systems. 

In matec, Williams-Boock scored a bullseye: “For some years we have been making 

parts for high-quality domestic wood burning stoves for subsequent assembly. We are 

virtually a form of furniture makers, using cast iron as our material. The products themselves 

are getting more complex and call for exceptionally precise machining, so that 

the tectile cast surfaces are not only attractive to look at but also achieve a high 

Horizontal, vertical and in between: the swivel head of the matec machining centers 

in combination with the integrated torque rotary table ensures dynamic tool 

positioning when processing large components

sectors + applications 

in different industrial sectors and all over the world 

In five axes on five sides: fourr 4-axis traveling column machining centers matec-30 HV perform highly productive machining tasks on large thinwalled 

castings. The well-designed machines have proven to be exceptionally adaptable and reliable. 

degree of efficiency as stoves. After over a year in service, the machines have 

done everything we were promised by matec and by Mr. Unger.” 

Nothing less than high-tech requirements 

Exacting demands are made on the traversing column machines with horizontal/vertical 

swiveling head in all-round processing. Because many castings 

get a coloration after the machining process, this is carred out exclusively dry. 

As a result of the dimensions of the stoves, the hinges for the doors are so far 

apart, that they must be processed from two sides and, needless to say, be in 

perfect alignment. Other characteristics are the precisely milled sealing faces 

and the countless fine-pitch M3 threads, up to 40 mm deep, for assembly purposes. 

This is where the exceptional dynamics of the axes, the swiveling head 

and the torque of the integrated rotary table pay off. 

A Köcher tool magazine, integrated into the machine column, also contributes 

to high productivity. It not only reliably protects the SK40 interfaces from contamination, 

but also ensures rapid tool changes no matter what the X-/Y-position 

of the traveling column in the working area is, because only the Z-axis has 

to be moved for this. For extra-long tools a pick-up station is incorporated. 

Tapping the full potential of machine parameters 

One item of particular interest concerns the safe, rapid clamping of large and 

highly contoured components, particularly given that the unmachined surfaces 

of the castings must not be damaged in any way, which would detract from 

their appearance. 

A fully booked-up training course at matec dispensed appropriate tips and 

tricks as well as more far-reaching information on dealing with the Heidenhain 

control system, well-known and highly valued at Ortrander. 

For matec boss Erich Unger Ortrander is a presentation with a knock-on effect: 

“Even in the customizing stage Ortrander personnel took an exceptional interest 

in the overall conception of the machines. What we conveyed in the way 

of experience - whether from the standpoint of tool engineering, cutting data, 

tool clamping or the double workstation with two separate machining areas - 

the information was quickly implemented. This paid off directly in the form of 

unusually rapid familiarization with 5-axis machining.” 

Sectors General 

Generating mutual success: matec boss Erich Unger (left) and Ortrander boss Bernd 

Williams-Boock (right) jointly align their companies with the objective of maximizing 

customer benefits. To this end both resort to state of the art technology. 

The full version of this article was published in Werkstatt + Betrieb, Ed. 3/2008, Author: Helmut Damm 

suppliers 

Automobile suppliers 

Tool and mould industries 

Tanks and containers industry 

Aluminium machining/Foundry 

Machine and plant engineering 

Packing machines 

Electric and electronics industries 

Plastic processing industry 

Medical technology 

Metal-working industry 

Aerospace industry 

Automobille manufacture 

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Swivel table series Solutions for automation 

Machines can be tailored for special purpose applications, 

e.g. multiface machining with additional tools and pallet storage 

Specifications of gantry loader Specifications of machining centers 

X=3.600 mm, Y=800 mm, Z=800 mm X=800 mm, Y=480 mm, Z=500 mm 

Traverse speed: 60 m/min 180° swivel table, 24 tools, 

Parts weight: 60 kg Rapid feed 30 m/min, speed 9000 rpm, power 16 kW 

Impressum 

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Solutions 

Automation 

The highly-productive swivel table machines usually have 

a very short operating time in the machining of parts. Since 

loading procedure takes place every 3-4 minutes, automation 

by pallet changer is not the best choice. The mounting 

of the parts would take too much time. In addition the 

necessary device is an extra expense-factor. 

Complete machining, long machining time, or the machining 

of voluminous and heavy workpieces make a pallet changer 

a good solution for swivel table machines. 

When chaining machines, gantry loaders or loading robots 

are usually chosen. In this case size and weight of the workpieces 

are determining factors. 

Flexible manufacturing cell 

consisting of: 

2 machining centers matec-30 S 

1 CNC gantry loader 

1 CNC position-fixing station 

optionally available with matec-30 SD 

Flexible manufacturing cell for series production 

Performing a certain machining task, the CNC gantry loader 

grips the rotationally symmetrical parts from a rolling 

belt and places them in the position-fixing unit to adjust. 

So, the parts are fixed in the machine load area by turns 

and swivelled into the machining area by a 180° swivel 

table. 

During the machining process in both centers the gantry 

loader discharges the finished parts from the machines 

and deposits them on the rolling belt. 

The whole production flow of the flexible manufacturing 

cell is controlled by the gantry loader.

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