hpt 2024 #3

ISSN 2628-5444 

high precision tooling 

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Machine Tools, PCD, PVD, CVD, CBN, Hard Metal 2024 – 3 

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Please visit us: AMB, Stuttgart: Hall 3, Stand D11 

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■ Carbide: the right choice for a precision tool ■ Looking at trends from GrindingHub, IMTS and AMB ■ 

■ Machining titanium economically ■ Machining centers for maximum precision and performance ■

People and technology: focussed on the future. 

Discover the potential. 

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grinding and dressing tools, and also provides systems 

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The successful interaction between people, technology 

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editorial 

Looking forward to the future... 

Eric Schäfer 

editor-in-chief 

... thanks to the positive demand for metal products in various sectors such as 

aerospace and electronics. To be optimistic about the future one only needs to 

look at the calendar. It includes IMTS in America and AMB in Europe in 

September, and JIMTOF in Asia in November. Three major, eagerly awaited 

trade shows for the metalworking industry on three continents are still on the 

agenda for the second half of 2024, demonstrating that economic interdependencies 

are immense as competition in global markets intensifies; not only between companies, 

but also between the continents. At the same time, trade shows with their new 

developments and trends are excellent opportunities to raise the 

mood barometer. 

In this issue of journal of hp tooling we not only look ahead to what you can 

expect in terms of innovations and market developments at the upcoming trade shows 

but also take a look back at the trends from the last GrindingHub in the field of 

grinding technology. 

Identifying new trends and taking advantage of technological advances early on 

allows you to respond more quickly to new markets. You will find some examples 

in this issue. 

Last but not least, international trade shows are always an opportunity to talk to 

others and strengthen relationships. That alone should give us confidence 

in these times. 

Eric Schäfer 


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table of contents 

cover story 

Tradition. Passion. Innovation: LACH DIAMANT – 100 Years – 10 th part 

America – the first steps in an “unknown country” 6 

materials & tools 

The right choice for a precision tool 10 

New solution for cut-off 14 

Simply better milling with solid carbide milling cutters 16 

Tooling selection considerations to match the tasks 18 

Reaming and honing in one operation 20 

An icon of tool technology 22 

“The upgraded cutting tool – ACE Spot Drill” 24 

A cut above – boosting sustainability and performance in milling 25 

processes 

Success from Barcelona 38 

Machining titanium economically 40 

50 years of hard turning with CBN 41 

machining center 

A new automation solution 42 

Innovative transfer of cylindrical grinding technologies 43 

Designed for production 44 

Luxury for the wrist 46 

Multi-spindle machining centers for maximum added value 49 

components 

Perfect interaction for efficient processes 50 

Metalworking in transition 52 

Partnering with Taiwanese specialist for hydrostatic grinding machines 53 

New cutting parameters AI solution 54 

news & facts 26 

fairs 5, 21, 30 

impressum & company finder 59 

4 no. 3, August 2024

fairs in alphabetical order 

AMB Stuttgart, Germany 

(September 10-14, 2024) 

bauma Shanghai, China 

(November 26-29, 2024) 

CIMT Beijing, China 

(April 21-26, 2025) 

CMTS Toronto, Canada 

(Sept 29-Oct 2, 2025) 

EMO Hanover, Germany 

(September 22-26, 2025) 

current status 



2025 

2025 

2025 

FILTECH Cologne, Germany 


glasstec Düsseldorf, Germany 

(October 22-25, 2024) 

GrindTec Leipzig, Germany 

(March 11-14, 2025) 

Hannover fair Hanover, Germany 

(March 31 - April 4, 2025) 



2025 

2025 

HI Tech & Industry Herning, 

Scandinavia (Sept 30-Oct 2, 2025) 

Denmark 

2025 

IMT Brno, Czech Republic 

(October 8-11, 2024) 

IMTS Chicago, USA 

(September 9-14, 2024) 

JIMTOF Tokyo, Japan 


LIGNA Hanover, Germany 

(May 26-29, 2023) 

MACH-TECH and Budapest, Hungary 

INDUSTRY DAYS (May 2025) 

METALEX Bangkok, Thailand 





2025 

2025 


PARTS FINISHING Karlsruhe, 

DeburringEXPO (November 11-14, 2025) 

Germany 

2025 

MOULDING Stuttgart, Germany 

EXPO (May 6-9, 2025) 

sps Nuremberg, Germany 


STEELFAB Sharjah, United Arab 

(January 13-16, 2025) Emirates 

TIMTOS Taipei, Taiwan 

(March 3-8, 2025) 

2025 


2025 

2025 

trade fair dates as by middle of June 2024; we are not responsible for reliability of these dates 

no. 3, August 2024 

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cover story 

LACH DIAMANT – 100 Years 

Tradition. Passion. Innovation. 

part 10: 

America – the first steps in an “unknown country” 

“When I held my first diamond in my hand in 1908, I would not have 

imagined that one day diamonds would not only be used in the automobile 

industry but also for the machining of wood and plastics”. 

Jakob Lach, the company founder, said this on camera in 1980. It 

would become the preface for the first presentation of a new technique 

for machining wood and plastics – using diamonds as cutting 

material – the Dia Tool. This video, with audio translated into multiple 

languages, has lost none of its relevance for the choice of appropriate 

tools within the furniture, flooring and composite industries; the 

video can be viewed at: https://bit.ly/LACHDIAMANT 

September 22 nd , 1981, at the check-in at Frankfurt Airport: “Your tickets 

please, okay, your suitcases are now checked in to Los Angeles…” 

Indeed, they had quickly disappeared on the conveyor belt. “And you do 

have your entry visas?” Pause. “Why, my wife and I are traveling upon an invitation 

from General Electric, the tickets were deposited at your counter, the 

visas should be there as well”, but the friendly Lufthansa lady was adamant. 

“I am sorry, but you still need a valid entry visa for the USA, I cannot let you 

board without it.” 

Swearing back and forth, but to no avail. In 1981 all of this was not as easy 

as today. On top of it we had to apply for the visas in person at the American 

Embassy in Frankfurt, which closed daily at noon. 

Company founder Jakob Lach, 1894-1984 

(photo taken in 1980) 

Pure frenzy. Early the following morning we 

visited the Embassy, and then, visas in hand, 

we took the next flight to pursuit our suitcases. 

Waiting in Los Angeles was Hubert Rentsch, 

then marketing manager for the product 

launch of polycrystalline synthetic diamonds 

(compax®). Louis Kapernaros, general manager 

of GE Superabrasives headquarters in 

Worthington, Ohio, had instructed him to 

assist me with my initial steps for the market 

launch of the diamond PCD tools for all wood 

and composite materials in the USA. 

Impressed by our presentation of the first PCD tool for cutting wood and plastic 

in the USA, Louis Kapernaros, general manager (here with Margot Lach), 

invited us to a follow-up meeting in Worthington, Ohio, the headquarters of 

GE-Superabrasives; this was the beginning of a mutually successful cooperation 

regarding the development of larger diamond cutting edges and a support for 

our continuing market entry 

Hubert Rentsch at a later wood tradeshow, 

in conversation with Mr. Pascoe, also with GE, 

and Margot Lach, inspecting a wooden edge 

milled with diamond 


cover story 

From the beginning on, 

starting with the first diamond 

tool presentation at Ligna 1979, 

LACH DIAMANT showed the 

entire portfolio of diamand tools 

for the machining of wood and 

plastics for the series-production 

industry 

Routing with diamond 

Edge processing with diamond 

Formatting with diamond 

Sawing with diamond 

After the discovery of spark erosion in 1978 (former 

European patent no. 0010276, inventor Horst Lach), it had 

become possible for the first time to machine or form polycrystalline 

synthetic diamonds; which in turn allowed for the 

efficient production of rotating PCD tools, such as milling 

cutters, scorers, saws and other tools. 

And successfully – demonstrated by a tool life up to 350 

times longer than that of previously used carbide tools. After 

the striking success of diamond tools in the furniture and 

wood industry in Germany, LACH DIAMANT would now 

successfully conquer the American market with this technical 

revolution. 

The new technology changed everything 

Until the discovery of spark erosion polycrystalline diamonds 

could only be processed by extensive grinding. Therefore 

this superior cutting material could only show its superiority 

on individually tipped turning steels and indexable cutting 

inserts. 

The new technology changed everything and gave the management 

team in Ohio reasons to be enthusiastic – a rotating 

diamond tool needed not only one PCD cutting edge, but 

many; depending on the number of teeth and width of e.g. a 

jointing cutter. “Your Way to Diamond Economics” in the 

furniture and composite industry would now also begin in 

America. For this reason my wife and I touched ground in 

Los Angeles, or USA respectively. 

Hubert Rentsch was 

waiting for me the second 

time on this early afternoon. 

The day before 

he had noticed the everreturning 

suitcases on the 

conveyor belt at the baggage 

claim, and could only 

hope that their owners 

would arrive on one of the 

next flights. (Usually the 

opposite is the case regarding 

suitcases). 

Together with him our 

first destination was the 

“Woodworking Show”, 

which was then taking 


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cover story 

Diamond routerbit with axial angle 

The worldwide premiere 

introduction of diamond tools by 

LACH DIAMANT at Ligna 1979 

in Hanover was the beginning of 

a steep rise to victory, for this tool 

with an up to 350 times longer tool 

life than any other cutting materials, 

superior in the furniture, flooring 

and other wood industries, as 

well as in the composite industry; 

the especially designed, 

patent- developed, spark erosion 

machine EDGplus® (Electrical 

Discharge Grinding) such as the 

“Dia-2200-mini EDGplus”, 

made manufacturing and service 

all over the world possible 

Axial diamond routerbit in use on a router 

place in Los Angeles, and which unfortunately would end the 

next day. Over all the fame and glory of our first step onto 

American ground, I forgot to mention the most important 

thing. It was in one of our suitcases: the first PCD tool for 

wood and plastic machining ever reaching American soil. 

Without any idea that it would have a premiere on a numerically 

controlled router. This happened as follows. 

Technicians among themselves 

On that first day we followed Hubert Rentsch along the various 

aisles of the woodworking show and suddenly we stood at 

a stand with an “enormously large” router. Its size alone gave 

the impression that this was an oversized strong machine for 

metal processing. It was the machine of the Japanese manufacturer 

HEIAN. 

Originally it had been developed for metal machining, but 

was now converted for the machining of coated MDF panels 

for kitchen furniture and other decorative boards. Our apparent 

interest was noticed by a Japanese who introduced 

himself in broken English as Mr. Matsui, vice president of 

HEIAN. “What he could do for us?” Before we could answer 

properly two other people joined us, introducing themselves 

as Mr. Barret and Mr. Zimmermann. And now our main 

performer, the diamond milling cutter, made its debut. As 

is well known technicians understand each other across 

language barriers and without many words. 

It had never been used on a numerically controlled 

machine with up to five axes, but even that did not seem too 

big of a challenge. The existing shank holder fit to this diamond 

routerbit which had been designed for different axis 

angles, another novelty at that time. The vice president himself 

operated the machine, at first cautiously, then, little by 

little, increasing feed and speed. And he was excited about 

the impressive chip performance. 

Many questions about this new diamond technology followed. 

A future in America? 

Mr. Barret and Mr. Zimmermann who wanted to secure 

representation of HEIAN in America for their company 

Wesflex were especially interested. And immediately they 

invited us to visit their company in New York. 

A HEIAN router, a brand name established for series production 

in metal machining at the end of the 70’s, based on its sturdy construction; 

at the LA show in Los Angeles it was first introduced as a 

numerically controlled router for the furniture and plastic industry; 

this photo shows a used HEIAN machine from later years; today 

HEIAN machines, thanks to their multiple axes and CNC control, 

are in high demand all over the word due to their reliability 

Everyone was extremely satisfied, including Hubert 

Rentsch, who now could report complete success back to 

Worthington, Ohio. Mr. Matsui made sure to secure LACH 

DIAMANT’s assistance for the demonstration of diamond 

tools on HEIAN machines at the next large woodworking 

show in September 1982 in Louisville. The adventure 

“Diamonds love wood” had begun. 

Horst Lach 

AMB 2024, Stuttgart, hall 3, booth D11 

IMTS 2024, Chicago, West building – level 3 – 432135 

further information: www.lach-diamond.com 



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Carbide in focus: 

The right choice for a precision tool 

Complex products and modern high-tech materials 

are placing ever greater demands on precision tools. 

Carbide tools have numerous advantages over HSS 

tools: they are harder, more wear-resistant, more heatresistant 

and, with a few exceptions, have a longer 

service life. They enable high-precision machining 

and higher cutting speeds. The prerequisite for this is 

the perfect combination of substrate, geometry and 

coating. The carbide as the basis is of particular importance 

here. 

CemeCon and EXTRAMET have been working together 

for many years to develop the best combination. “Carbide 

has extremely good properties for cutting tools: such 

as hardness, compressive strength, impact resistance, flexural 

strength, corrosion resistance and more. Particulary 

over the past 30 years enormous progress has been made in 

manufacturing, and the relationship between hardness and 

toughness has been significantly optimized. Today carbide 

tools have replaced HSS tools in almost all areas”, describes 

Bruno Süess, former director and current member of the 

supervisory board of EXTRAMET AG, board member of 

the Swiss Powder Metallurgy Association as well as expert in 

carbides and their production and advantages. 

It all depends on the composition 

Carbide for cutting tools consists mainly of tungsten carbide 

(WC) as the hard material and a binder metal, usually cobalt 

(Co). The tungsten carbide provides the hardness and the 

cobalt provides the toughness. This combination enables the 

best physical and mechanical properties to be achieved. The 

exact composition and the addition of other alloy components 

are very flexible and depend on the requirements of the 

application. 

The hardness of a carbide is primarily regulated by the 

WC grain size: the finer the grain, the harder the carbide. In 

Bruno Süess, 

former director and current 

member of the supervisory 

board of EXTRAMET AG 

machining, carbides with ultra-fine grain (0.2 - 0.5 μm) and 

micro grain (0.5 - 0.8 μm) are now standard. Nano grain 

(< 0.2 μm) has not yet been able to establish itself and is only 

used for very special purposes. Production is far too costly 

compared to the benefits that the extremely small grains 

achive. 

“But hardness isn’t everything: the wear resistance also 

depends on how well the hard tungsten carbide grains are 

embedded in the cobalt binder metal, how well they are wetted 

and how well they have bonded there. If the cobalt is not 

well distributed and the WC grains are therefore directly 

adjacent to each other, they simply detach from the matrix, 

resulting in increased wear”, says Bruno Süess. “To achieve 

high wear resistance you have to find the perfect balance 

between grains and binder so that the tungsten carbide is 

still well bonded but the cobalt content is not too high. This 

ratio can be easily controlled today, so that many high-performance 

carbide grades are now available on the market.” 

Diamond coatings for carbide tools 

The composition of a carbide is decisive for its coatability 

with diamond coatings. “In the past the adhesion of the 

diamond coating to the carbide was not as good as it is 

today. That’s why we – CemeCon and EXTRAMET – worked 

closely together back in the 1990’s to adapt the composition 

When coating with diamond, the proportion of cobalt in the 

carbide is of particular importance; It must neither be too large 

nor too small; CemeCon is happy to advise tool manufacturers 

on the selection of a suitable carbide on request 

Quality right from the start: Carbide production at EXTRAMET 

(EXTRAMET AG) 



of the carbide and thus improve adhesion. 

For example we developed a special 

carbide grade for diamond coating 

with selected alloy components. 

In a trilateral working group, particularly 

with regard to the requirements 

of the aviation industry, we were 

able to achieve great progress for diamond 

tools together with the Technical 

University of Hamburg-Harburg 

(TUHH),” recalls Bruno Süess. 

Precise, durable and sustainable carbide 

solutions for the hightech industry 

are EXTRAMET’s core competence. 

The high-quality carbide tool blanks 

are the basis for the production of 

high-precision rotary cutting tools 

for demanding applications. Since 

its foundation in 1980 in Plaffeien, 

Fribourg, Switzerland, EXTRAMET 

has developed from an original threeman 

operation into a broadly diversified 

and internationally active company 

with over 200 employees worldwide. 

In the production of extruded 

carbide, the experts focus on innovation, 

precision and high technology 

and offer customized solutions for 

individual requirements. Maximum 

precision combined with top-quality 

carbide makes the family-run company 

the ideal partner for the highest 

demands in high-tech industries. 

EXTRAMET carbide is used in the 

aerospace and automotive industries, 

dental and medical technology, precision 

and micromechanics, as well as in 

food and packaging technology. 

too much cobalt remains, which reacts with the carbon during the coating process. 

This results in a graphitic phase (sp2) instead of the hard diamond coating (sp3).” 

For this reason, CemeCon carries out appropriate suitability tests in which the carbide 

is tested for its coating capability. 

Only high-quality carbide ensures premium coatings 

The homogeneity and therefore the quality of a carbide has a significant influence 

on the coating result and therefore also on the performance of the precision tool. 

High-quality carbides achieve both good adhesion and a uniformly coated surface. 

“Purity in the carbide manufacturing process and consistently high quality are inextricably 

linked. This starts with the mixing of the powder. It should be exposed 

to an oxygen atmosphere for as short a time as possible to prevent oxidation. It is 

therefore important to process the powder quickly, as the material oxidizes if it is 

stored for a long time. However, as soon as the powder is pressed and the green 

compact is pre-sintered, not much more happens in this respect,” explains Bruno 

Süess. 

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For good coating capability it is important 

that the grain is not too fine 

and that the carbide does not contain 

too much cobalt. “My personal favorite 

for diamond coating is a micrograin 

carbide with a WC grain size of 

0.8 - 0.9 μm and 6 % cobalt”, adds Süess. 

The cobalt content is particularly important 

when it comes to coating with 

diamond, as the cobalt is dissolved 

from the surface of the carbide during 

the coating process. Manfred Weigand, 

Product Manager Round Tools at 

CemeCon, explains: “If the proportion 

is too small and too much cobalt is dissolved, 

the WC grains no longer hold 

together. The carbide becomes too 

brittle and good adhesion is no longer 

possible. If the proportion is too large, 

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CemeCon operates the world’s largest diamond coating center in Würselen 

Another factor for the quality – even within a batch – is the sintering process. 

If some of the green compacts are exposed to a higher carbon concentration 

than others, the carbon content varies in the carbide blanks and ultimately 

also in the ground tool. These differences can lead to poor and/or uneven 

adhesion of the diamond coating. 

End mill with diamond coating 

(CemeCon AG) 

Almost no difference in quality compared to recycled carbide 

Resource conservation, environmental protection and the CO 2 balance are 

becoming increasingly important in carbide production as in all industries. 

The recycling of worn carbide tools is also becoming increasingly important 

in view of the mining areas and the conditions prevailing there. Processes 

have made great progress in this area, with the result that the proportion of 

recycled carbide has risen steadily in recent years. Using chemical processes 

all components of the carbide can be separated into their constituent parts – 

tungsten carbide, cobalt, etc. – and transferred back into the raw products – 

with less energy input. 

“Many carbide manufacturers, including EXTRAMET, now use a mixture 

of new and recycled material. There are no longer any differences in quality 

between high-quality recyclates and new powder”, says Bruno Süess. Hard 

metal made purely from recycled material has hardly been available on the 

market to date, but corresponding developments have already been initiated. 

“At CemeCon we have already tested tools made from 100 % recyclates for 

their suitability for diamond coating. We have also tested the concentricity 

before and after coating. We were able to give the green light after all off the 

tests”, adds Manfred Weigand. 

Carbide part from EXTRMET 

(EXTRAMET AG) 

Major challenges for the future 

In addition to the declining demand for carbide due to the switch to alternative 

drive systems in the automotive industry, the effects of the REACH Regulation 

(European chemicals regulation on the registration, evaluation, authorization 

and restriction of chemicals) are certainly among the major challenges 

facing the carbide industry. REACH has also placed cobalt (Co) and 

nickel (Ni) on the red list. Manufacturers are therefore forced to minimize 

or completely replace cobalt and nickel in the composition of hard metals 

without changing their positive properties. Research has already achieved 

encouraging results in recent years, but the new carbides do not yet meet the 

desired mechanical requirements, especially when it comes to solutions for 

cutting tools. 

further information: www.cemecon.de 


Innovative, sustainable and 

scalable industrial grinding solutions 


Weiler Abrasives, a leading provider of abrasives 

and power brushes for surface conditioning, attended 

GrindingHub 2024 and showcased its portfolio of 

industrial grinding solutions. 

Visitors could explore engineered solutions for spring grinding, 

gear grinding, roll grinding and metal conditioning to 

help them increase productivity. 

Partnering with Weiler Abrasives can help companies 

unlock their full potential. The Weiler Abrasives approach is 

built on the foundational pillars of partnership, technology, 

and service, with the ultimate aim of providing innovative, 

sustainable and scalable industrial grinding solutions that are 

tailored to the specific needs of the customer and its industry. 

By merging Weiler Abrasives’ advanced products with a 

global network of application engineers, product managers, 

and sales experts, productions can propel their business forward 

and drive growth. Additionally the Weiler Process Solutions 

(WPS) program helps enhance and significantly boost a 

company’s efficiency. The program delivers customized solutions 

based on specific application needs, leveraging the latest 

technology and on-site technical expertise to optimize 

production processes for customers. Resulting in helping reduce 

cycle times, eliminate production bottlenecks, reduce 

total cost per part, minimize rework, reduce waste, improve 

energy efficiency and sustainability and improve part quality 

and consistency. 

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■ 4 cutting edges for longer tool life and 

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■ High cutting volume and surface quality 

■ Optimum chip removal and process 

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New solution for cut-off 

Strong, precise and reliable series for safe machining of small workpieces 

The all-new KGZ series from 

Kyocera for small part production is a 

comprehensive line-up of toolholders 

and inserts developed for automatic 

lathes – also known as Swiss-machining. 

All holders in the KGZ series have a newly 

developed design and clamping mechanism 

for strong clamping of the insert, which is 

unique and specially developed for applications 

such as grooving and cut-off, but can 

also easily be used for axial and longitudinal 

turning. 

Line up in the PR20 series: 

PR2015: for cast iron – but also for steel and stainless steel 

PR2025: first choice for steel – but can be used also for stainless 

steel PR2035: especially for stainless steel – but also for steel grades 

The newly developed and robust design of 

the KGZ series makes it very suitable when 

it comes to combining efficiency and productivity 

with durability and reduced process 

time. Holders in the series are available in a 

wide range of designs with shaft diameters 

from 10 × 10 – 25 × 25, just as holders with integrated 

cooling channels that ensure correct 

supply of coolant/lubricant directly into 

the cutting zone are also an option. With 

optimal cooling on the cutting edge one can 

either turn up the speed and shorten the process 

time in the machining lathe or normalize 

the feed speed, giving the tool a significantly 

longer tool life. 

Easy insert replacement 

The design of the KGZ tool helps replacing 

inserts both quick and easy, so productivity 

can be maintained. When a new insert 

is mounted in the holder, it is centered in 

position via a V-shaped profile at the top and 

bottom of the insert, and at the same time 

supports on the rear edge of the insert 

seat, so that the insert achieves the best 

stability throughout five surfaces. When 

the clamping mechanism in the holder 

is tightened, the plate is pulled down and 

back into the plate seat. This ensures a robust 

and strong bonding of the insert, which 

makes KGZ stable both when producing 

beautiful surfaces or with high chip volume 

and efficiency. 



The inserts are developed for small diameters, being available 

in widths from 1.3 - 3 mm. All inserts in this range are 

reversible, have two edges per insert and have an excellent 

tool life with Kyocera’s new PR20 coating technology. The 

result of reversible inserts with the PR20 series is increased 

wear resistance, and thus reduced tool costs, which ultimately 

means minimizing costs per part and consequently 

increased bottom line. 

Chip breakers for safe processes 

For this series of cut-off tools there is a large selection of 

geo metries. The inserts are available with four different chip 

breaker designs (PF, PM, PH and PG) in different qualities. 

The chip breaker range is developed for applications from 

finishing-medium-roughing applications, as well as high 

feed machining of a wide range of materials such as steel, 

stainless steel and cast iron – but also aluminum alloys. 

Short chips 

Kyocera has developed a range of intelligent chipbreaker 

designs to ensure that the process runs smoothly – chips are 

efficiently evacuated from the cutting zone – and cut with low 

cutting forces. The chipbreakers ensure short, broken chips, 

which makes the KGZ series an unsurpassed solution 

for processes in automated production lines where antivibration 

design, process safety and durability are keywords. 

At the same time achieving beautiful surfaces all the way to 

the center as well as predictable and long tool life. 

Newly developed PR20 series 

Kyocera launches a new MEGACOAT NANO EX nano 

coating technology for KGZ series inserts – PR20. This new 

and particularly durable coating, which consists of several 

thin layers with different properties, is applied to the 

carbide substrate of the core, which together form an insert 

with high wear and break resistance as well as strong 

heat-resistant properties. This unique composition makes 

the insert in many applications applicable, and at the same 

time ensures an extraordinarily good tool life and thus 

increased bottom line. 

Kyocera Unimerco – an international group 

Kyocera Unimerco is an international group that 

manufactures, sells and services cutting tools, 

measuring tools and tools for fastening, 

the latter under the TJEP brand. 

Kyocera Unimerco has manufacturing facilities 

in Denmark, the UK, the USA and Lithuania, 

and sales offices all over the world. 

There are 15 Kyocera Unimerco companies globally. 

Kyocera Unimerco works closely with the most 

skilled and demanding customers in such industries as 

automotive, aviation and wood/furniture, and with our 

distributors of TJEP fastening tools. The focus is on 

high quality, professional consultancy services and 

optimisation of the customer’s manufacturing 

and production processes. 

Stable construction, 

low-vibration machining 

The EvoGrip offers ideal 5-axis accessibility for the use 

of short tools to reduce vibrations, with clamping forces 

of up to 75 kN. With adaptation options for the EvoPoint 

zero-point clamping system and other zero-point 

clamping systems, machine tables, swivel brackets, 

cubes and pyramids. 

You can achieve even higher productivity with 

our wide range of milling cutters. 

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Simply better milling with 

solid carbide milling cutters 

Practical tips for better machining results 

Much of what needs to be considered when 

milling with indexable insert milling cutters also applies 

in many respects to milling with solid carbide 

milling cutters. Here too, the holistic view of the process 

that one wants to optimize or make more stable 

plays the central role. However, milling with a solid 

carbide milling cutter has some special features when 

compared to indexable insert milling cutters that must 

be taken into account for optimization. This article 

deals with these points in detail. 

Error analysis and optimization of milling processes 

Solid carbide milling cutters are usually used when high 

demands are placed on the quality and dimensional accuracy 

of the machining or when indexable insert milling cutters 

cannot be used due to special dimensional conditions (narrow 

cavities, deep pockets). Solid carbide milling cutters are 

valued for their high stability, even when used in particularly 

hard or tough materials. They work with high precision here. 

Their long tool life makes them an economical alternative for 

many applications. They can also be reground, which significantly 

increases their cost-efficiency. 

In order for solid carbide milling cutters to realize their 

full potential, the framework conditions must be right. So, if 

something goes wrong in the process, for example if the tolerances 

for the component are not adhered to or if a milling 

cutter wears out too quickly, this is often not due to the quality 

of the milling cutter used. The fundamental step in the 

error analysis and optimization of milling processes is therefore 

to look at all process parameters: do they even fit together? 

And is the milling cutter suitable for this? In addition to the 

material and its physical properties, the stability of the machining 

conditions, chip removal and cutting data play a central 

role here. 

Optimum application conditions for 

solid carbide milling cutters 

Basic data on the optimum application conditions for a 

solid carbide milling cutter, such as material classes and 

minimum and maximum cutting values, are usually provided 

by the manufacturer. In Walter GPS, an online tool that 

is freely available to everyone, you can even have the appropriate 

cutting data for the specific application determined 

as soon as all the relevant parameters are available. The stability 

of the milling process is probably the aspect that has 

the greatest influence on the cost-efficiency and reliability 

of the entire machining process. The solid carbide milling 

cutter itself should therefore protrude as long as necessary 

but as short as possible. 

The stability of the tool and component clamping as well 

as the material to be machined also determine the maximum 

possible number of teeth. The number of teeth in turn determines 

the length of the milling travel: the more teeth, the 

longer the milling travel. However: the number of teeth also 

determines the size of the chip clearance, which is essential 

for reliable chip removal: the more teeth, the smaller the chip 

clearance. For high stock removal and tough, long-chipping 

materials, a milling cutter with a smaller number of teeth 

must be selected. This is the only way to guarantee proper 

chip evacuation and, therefore, a reliable process. 

Concrete milling strategies for specific problems 

1. High metal removal rates with 

high-feed milling cutters: 

If high metal removal rates have to be achieved under 

relatively unstable conditions, high-feed milling cutters 

can be a good solution. By selecting a small lead angle 

and a shallow depth of cut, the lateral displacement 

forces acting on the milling cutter when entering and 

Thanks to a larger line width 

and higher number of teeth, 

circle segment milling cutters 

are the significantly faster choice 

for achieving a high R-value 

Walter shows which 

special features need 

to be taken into account 

when solid carbide milling 



The universally applicable 

Xill·tec® milling cutter range 

from Walter is suitable for 

the ISO material groups 

P, M, K, N and S 

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exiting the material can be reduced. The cutting 

pressure then acts predominantly axially and 

therefore stabilizes the milling process. This allows 

for a significantly higher feed rate. 

2. Less time for increased surface quality: 

Finishing large surfaces evenly to a uniform, high 

R-value can be quite time-consuming with conventional 

ball-nose end mills. One can work much faster here 

with circle segment milling cutters: with a considerably 

larger line width and higher number of teeth, they 

achieve a consistently good roughness depth on 

the workpiece surface and therefore save up to 90 % 

machining time when compared to machining with 

ball-nose end mills. 

3. Reduce tool stock sensibly: 

Companies that mill many different materials quickly 

accumulate a large stock of milling cutters. This causes 

a great deal of effort in tool management and ties up 

considerable capital. Solid carbide milling cutters, 

which can be used universally, can significantly reduce 

the tool inventory and the associated costs. Walter has 

developed the Xill·tec® range of milling cutters for this 

purpose. The universal solid carbide milling cutters 

are suitable for ISO material groups P, M, K, N and S. 

This means that all standard milling operations 

can be carried out. 

Optimizing the tool life quantity 

If the tool life decreases, this can often be remedied with a 

few simple changes to the cutting data: reducing the cutting 

speed also reduces flank face wear and increases tool life. If 

the feed rate (fz) is increased, the cutting time of the milling 

cutter is reduced. This has a positive effect on stability and 

wear. However, it is essential to observe the standard values 

specified by the manufacturer. To protect the milling cutter, 

you should, if possible, drive into the material in a loop 

(entry loop). This means that significantly lower forces act 

much less abruptly on the milling cutter. 

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Tooling selection considerations to match the tasks 

by Preben Hansen, president, Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc. 

The selection of live and static tools for CNC lathes 

and tool holders for machining centers takes careful 

consideration and planning. It is imperative to evaluate 

current needs and future needs in order to make 

the right choices that will maximize your machine’s 

capabilities. 

For instance, asking questions such as live tool rpm requirements, 

coolant capabilities and torque specifications are just a 

few topics to explore. When applicable, be sure to review the 

tools provided with the machine and look for opportunities 

to add tools that will enhance the machining process and increase 

productivity. These tools may include speed increasers 

or reducers, multiple spindle tools or adjustable tools. 

Tooling selection for CNC lathes 

Oftentimes the tools supplied with the machine are just the 

basics and are not specifically tailored to the application. 

Additional tools should be selected to enhance the machine’s 

capabilities and give the best long-term reliability and flexibility. 

Now more than ever, it is important to choose tools 

to match or exceed the rpm capabilities of the machine’s 

turret. It is not uncommon for a live tool turret to have 

10,000 – 12,000 rpm as the standard specification. Additionally, 

the live tool should be able to handle the torque output 

of the turret. 

Preben Hansen 

It is imperative that the tools be purchased with a changing 

system to add flexibility and accommodate future projects. 

It also offers cost savings as it allows the tool to adapt to 

changing needs without requiring the purchase of a new one. 

In many job shops, what is being worked on today can be 

completely different than what is required for tomorrow. 

If there is a plan to use cutting tools with coolant-thru 

capabilities, you should purchase live tools that will allow 

this and can handle the required psi. As an example, if you 

are deep hole drilling, it will be necessary to use the coolant 

to flush the chips out of the workpiece. 

When there are applications for small tools that require 

higher rpm than the turret is capable of running, a speed 

increaser with up to a 1:4 gear ratio may be the answer. In 

addition, there are applications where additional torque is 

required; for these times a gear reducer may be the solution. 

In addition it is important to be prepared for special applications 

such as a need for an adjustable tool for workpieces 

with features at compound angles. 

A top consideration when tooling up the turret is to maximize 

its capabilities. Dual output tools for use on main and 

sub spindle or multiple spindle tools facing the same direction 

for drilling and tapping from the same tool are just some 

examples of optimizing the turret. 

In addition to live tools, static tools are also very important. 

As we discussed with live tools, maximizing the turret is just 

as important when it comes to static tools. If the machine has 

half index capabilities, using half index tools will allow for 

holding multiple tools in one position. There are also static 

tools available for holding four tools; two facing the main 

spindle and two facing the sub-spindle. 

Machining center tools 

If using cutting tools that require coolant-thru capabilities, 

be sure to have boring bar holders, turning tools and cut-off 



holders that can accommodate these situations. Oftentimes a 

quick-change static tool style can be a real time saver. Capto 

output style tools are quick and flexible plus they are readily 

available from many sources in the marketplace. 

Tooling selection for machining centers 

Machining centers tooling also requires careful thought 

and selection. The first criteria for selection is the machine 

taper. Most common connections are CAT, BT and HSK 

styles, with all having multiple sizes. 

It is vital to consider the rpm the machine is capable of 

running. For best machine performance, the combination 

of perfect balance and accuracy are essential. Give careful 

attention to use tool holders with excellent taper fit in addition 

to the proper balance specification and accuracy. 

There are many styles of tool holders available, depending 

on the application. Shrink Fit tool holders offer exceptional 

accuracy and performance, due to the method of holding 

the cutting tool. Not all applications require this level of 

performance, in these situations ER collet chucks, Weldon 

style tools and face mill adapters may be a better option. 

There are also situations where the machining center may 

not have the rpm capabilities for certain applications. Then 

there are several speeder options that are available. Geared, 

air and motorized spindle speeders are also available. 

Angle heads 

On occasion there are workpieces that have features that 

cannot be machined from the main spindle with standard 

tooling. In these cases a 90 ° or adjustable angle head may be 

required. Sometimes, a workpiece is too large or difficult to 

re-fixture or reposition, warranting an angle head. 

Whether tooling up a CNC lathe or machining center, it 

is best to do your homework and be sure to talk to a tooling 

expert. 

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Reaming and honing in one operation 

High-precision honing on CNC machining center or lathe 

Honing has never been so simple and efficient: 

URMA AG is expanding its selection of precision 

tools with the innovative RH reamhone combination 

tool. With the RH reamhone, URMA AG relies on RX 

reaming technology, which stands for highest precision 

and maximum productivity. 

URMA AG, a company with over 60 years of experience in the 

manufacture of precision tools, has established itself as a leading 

expert in the field of precise bore technology. Following 

the credo “Innovation is our tool”, the family-run company, 

headquartered in Rupperswil, Switzerland, develops and produces 

innovative precision tool systems. They are used worldwide 

in industries such as machine builders, the automotive 

industry, hydraulics and aviation. 

Honing requires precise control of the process to ensure 

consistent surface quality and dimensions. Even small deviations 

can affect the quality of the final product. The honing 

process is also time-consuming and cost-intensive, especially 

for large quantities, complex workpieces, and in some cases 

the honing process is outsourced. 

The reamhoning tool has been specifically developed for 

use in milling centers, turning centers or general machining 

centers. RH reamhone reams and hones bores simultaneously 

by feeding in and out in a single work step. Therefore RH 

reamhone tools are an extremely cost-efficient solution for 

high precision machining in the own production halls, which 

complies highest tolerance requirements, optimizes production 

processes and enables automated manufacturing. 

RH reamhone offers precise diameter accuracy as well as tight 

shape and position tolerances. It is also suitable for components 

with multiple journals, such as valve block spool bores. 

Ream-hone achieves high-precision diameter accuracy, 

tight geometrical tolerances as well as 

functional surfaces (cross-hatch) 

Advantages of RH reamhone at a glance 

quick-change system for easy handling 

Thanks to the precise interface accuracy of < 0.004 mm 

radial run-out, time-consuming adjustment of the run-out 

is not necessary for the user. The cutting edge can be 

replaced in less than two minutes, which saves up to 

30 minutes of downtime compared to other reaming tools. 

high friction and honing speed with high feed rate 

Thanks to its high feed rate, RH reamhone is ideal 

for larger quantities and meets the highest requirements 

for surface quality and precision. 

production of functional surfaces (cross-hatch) 

Honing produces precise dimensions and shapes as well 

as extremely fine surfaces that are smoother than with 

grinding. The characteristic cross-hatch that occurs 

during honing and enables a micro-lubricant reservoir 

to optimize the tribological properties. 

honing with emulsion or oil 

Honing is possible directly on lathes and milling machines 

without modifying the machine. 

lean production processes 

With RH reamhone, the honing process can be integrated 

directly into the machining process without investing in 

a honing machine or outsource the honing process. 

The multi-tool (reaming and honing in a single operation) 

was developed specifically for use in turning and 

milling machines with existing cutting fluid 

process reliability 

Innovative tool systems increase process reliability and 

contribute to increased efficiency. 

further information: www.urma.ch 



Additive manufacturing processes open up 

new design possibilities for abrasives 

In addition to machine concepts, as well as integrated 

spindle and supply systems, the grinding 

wheel is the key element in grinding processes. 

It is in direct contact with the workpiece and has a 

major influence on the machining result and process 

productivity. That is why developments in the field of 

grinding wheels and their preparation for the grinding 

process are being driven forward on an ongoing 

basis. 

Additive manufacturing of abrasives is currently a hot topic. 

The basic tool body, the grinding wheel, or both can be produced 

using additive manufacturing processes. Compared 

to conventional manufacturing processes, additive manufacturing 

processes allow significantly greater design freedom 

in terms of the produced components. In contrast to 

manufacturing processes with a geometrically defined cutting 

edge, where it is possible to supply cooling lubricant 

through the tool close to the point of action, this is usually 

associated with major challenges in grinding processes. 

Here additive manufacturing processes offer the possibility 

to design grinding wheel systems with an internal cooling 

lubricant supply. 

At GrindingHub 3M presented type 1PVP structured 

ceramic CBN grinding wheels for internal cylindrical 

grinding processes. The adaptive build-up of thin layers 

creates 3D-printed structures. These allow greater design 

freedom compared to conventionally manufactured tools, 

as the limits of mechanical processing do not have to be 

taken into account. This way almost any three-dimensional 

shape, structure, slot and cooling lubricant hole can be produced. 

In addition additively manufactured tools boast a 

homo geneous grain and pore distribution. The degrees of 

free dom in terms of design and the associated specific design 

for the respective application, as well as the material pro 

perties of the additively manufactured grinding tools, mean 

that greater efficiency and improved performance potential 

are achievable compared to conventional grinding tools. 

Riegger Diamantwerkzeuge GmbH had another example of 

current developments in the manufacture of additively 

manu factured grinding wheel coatings. As part of a project 

funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic 

Affairs and Climate Action’s Central Innovation Program for 

SMEs (ZIM), approaches are being developed for the production 

of abrasive coatings for CBN and diamond wheels 

made of synthetic resin using digital light processing (DLP). 

Based on this process individual grinding wheel profiles 

can be created, that are only limited in their dimensions by 

the capabilities of the 3D printer. The benefits are that there 

is no need for machined parts, manual assembly or filling 

of the grinding wheel mold. This opens up potential for 

cost savings. Current challenges include the production of 

homogeneous, highly concentrated abrasive coatings and the 

addition of additives to optimize the bond. 

Apart from grinding wheel production also grinding wheel 

preparation is important. It gives the grinding wheel its final 

contour, while breaking the abrasive grains out of the bond 

exposes new abrasive particles and therefore creates the basis 

for grinding wheel topography. At the fair numerous ma nufacturers 

such as Cleveland from Löffingen and GWD Industrial 

from Austria presented conventional approaches to dressing 

grinding wheels, for example using SiC or diamond dressing 

tools. These processes for dressing grinding tools can be done 

either externally or internally and often require a downstream 

sharpening process to reset the bond and increase the cutting 

performance of the grinding wheel. There is also the spark erosion 

process. In the case of abrasive coatings with a conductive 

bond component, the bond is removed in the arc without 

affecting the non-conductive abrasive particles. The profile 

geometry and surface topography of the grinding wheels are 

created without contact and therefore without force. Mitsubishi 

Electric and Häberle exhibited wire-cutting machines for preparing 

grinding wheels with conductive bond systems. 

further information: www.grindinghub.de 

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New standards for 

productivity and cost-effectiveness 

Boehlerit, the carbide and tool specialist, is launching a new 

drilling tool on the market that optimizes the production process 

and increases efficiency. 

The innovative Drilltec impresses with high cutting and feed speeds, a high 

metal removal rate and outstanding drilling quality. This reduces process 

times and significantly increases productivity. With the option of using 

four cutting edges, the Drilltec is extremely economical and guarantees a 

long tool life and cost-reduced tool utilization. Thanks to a wide range of 

available diameters, the company offers a high level of product diversity. In 

addition, the Drilltec is suitable for almost any drilling application. 

The optimized chip removal channel ensures easy chip transport and thus 

guarantees a smooth and efficient work process. At the same time the tool 

significantly improves surface quality and drilling precision, leading to outstanding 

machining results. The Drilltec is available in 2 x D, 3 x D, 4 x D and 

5 x D sizes and therefore offers flexibility for different requirements. Different 

grades are available for machining steel, cast iron and stainless materials in 

order to achieve optimum results. “With our extensive and versatile drilling 

range, we offer our customers an innovative solution to optimize their 

production processes and increase their efficiency”, says Kevin Mesanovic, 

product manager turning at Boehlerit. “Our focus is on the highest quality, 

durability and cost-effectiveness.” 

further information: www.boehlerit.com 

The new Drilltec indexable insert drill 

from Boehlerit impresses with high cutting 

and feed speeds, a high metal removal rate 

and outstanding drilling quality 

An icon of 

tool technology 

“This will revolutionize boring”, Paul Horn thought to himself 

as he closely examined the first prototype of the Supermini. The 

Supermini system was launched then in 1989 and remains one of 

Paul Horn GmbH’s most successful products to this day. 

Over the last 35 years the tool system has undergone numerous development 

stages and has solved the challenges of a wide variety of machining 

applications worldwide. Horn is now presenting another milestone in the 

history of the Supermini with a sintered chip breaking geometry for the 

Supermini type 105. “With a lot of hard work, we have managed to solve economically 

the problems of long chips when internally machining small bore 

diameters”, says managing director Markus Horn. 

Boring, profile turning, internal grooving, threading, chamfering, face 

grooving, drilling and slot broaching: the Supermini tool system can be 

With the new type 105 Supermini, Horn has 

succeeded in developing a universal boring tool 

with sintered chip breaking geometry 



adapted for numerous machining 

operations. The solid carbide inserts 

are used for boring from a diameter 

of 0.2 mm to around 10 mm. Horn 

developed the carbide blanks for the 

tool as a teardrop shape. This enables 

large, precise contact surfaces in the 

tool holder, which results in greater 

rigid ity of the overall system. Furthermore 

the teardrop shape prevents the 

insert from twisting, which leads to 

consistently precise positioning of the 

center height of the tool. With long 

tool overhangs, it reduces deflection 

and minimizes vibration during turning. 

Depending on the application and 

the diameter to be machined, Horn 

offers the inserts in three different 

sizes (types 105, 109 and 110) and different 

blank types. All types allow 

internal coolant supply directly to the 

cutting zone. The Horn tool portfolio 

contains around 2,500 different standard 

variants of the Supermini. In 

addition, Horn solves users’ machining 

problems with countless customized 

solutions. 

Chipping problems solved 

One of the biggest challenges in 

internal machining is the generation 

of long chips, whatever quality of tool 

is used. Depending on the material, 

boring often leads to stringers that 

wrap around the tool, clog holes or, in 

the worst case, lead to tool breakage. 

This is where chip breaking geometry 

can help. It guides and shapes the 

chip and causes it to break. Previously, 

specially lasered or ground chip breaking 

geometries were used for this purpose. 

However, this increased the cost 

of the inserts. With the new Supermini 

type 105, Horn has suc ceeded in developing 

a universal boring tool with sintered 

chip breaking geometry. The tool 

offers high process reliability due to its 

good chip control. The cutting edge 

geometry extends far into the corner 

radius of the insert. This ensures chip 

control even with small infeed settings. 

The geometry can be used universally 

for different material groups and is 

suitable for internal, face, copy and 

back turning. 

The new insert is compatible with numerous types of 105 tool holders. Horn offers 

the inserts as standard in three lengths (15.0 mm, 20.0 mm and 25.0 mm) and in 

carbide grades TH35 and IG35. The corner radius is 0.2 mm. The tool is suitable for 

use from a bore diameter of 6 mm. The wide range of applications for the inserts 

goes hand in hand with their cost-effectiveness, as the price of the new Supermini 

is similar to that of the standard insert without geometry. The new Supermini will 

be available from stock from 2024/12/6. 

Users can choose the appropriate solution for their application from a wide range 

of different types of tool holder. These include round shank, square shank, interface 

and adjustable tool holders for different machine manufacturers. Horn offers 

four different solutions for clamping the inserts: a classic ball pressure screw, a face 

clamping element and a lifting element. For confined spaces, Horn also offers a 

compact system with clamping via a union nut. 

further information: www.horn-group.com 

your contact in the UK: 

Tony Hewitt 

Mobile: +44 (7359) 731522 

E-mail: tony@effgen.co.uk 

In addition to the geometry, Horn 

optimized the carbide blanks of the 

inserts to have greater rigidity and an 

even more stable cutting edge area. The 

coolant supply has also been revised.


“The upgraded cutting tool – 

ACE Spot Drill” 

In an era of industrial advancement, where enhanced productivity 

and value-added products drive sustained growth, Nine9 Cutting 

Tool continues to lead through innovation and product enhancement. 

Jimmore is pleased to unveil the ACE Spot Drill, a next-generation indexable 

tool designed for precision spotting, coun ter sink, chamfering and engraving 

applications, protected by multiple international patents including 

United States Patent, n° US-11925990-B2. 

Three insert grades cater to various materials: 

NC2057 for alloy steel and cast iron; NC5254 

for stainless steel; and XP9000 for nonferrous 

materials like aluminum, titanium or 

long-cutting chip metals. 

The ACE Spot Drill features a holder, an insert, and dual screws for secure 

fastening. The screws engage with screw holes on the holder and positioning 

holes on the insert, ensuring robust attachment. Complementing this mechanism 

are two positioning posts and corresponding notches, which facilitate 

precise alignment and fixation within the holder’s insert attachment seat. 

This dual-directional fixation not only strengthens the lock but simplifies the 

tool’s overall structure. 

“ACE” in ACE Spot Drill signifies Accuracy, Coolant and Efficiency, 

encapsulating its core benefits: 

accuracy – precise hole diameter and spot angle 

coolant – optimal internal coolant design for better balancing 

efficiency – high rigidity, high performance cutting, ultra-long tool life 

With its innovative design, the ACE Spot Drill offers a superior tooling solution, 

catering to those seeking higher productivity, extended tool life, and 

simplified tool length adjustments during tool changes. 

Surface finish 

The fantastic feedback from an USA-customer: 

“I am very impressed with how well the tip 

is holding up” as the tips of carbide spotting 

tools are very fragile. They also met his exceeding 

expectation to “the surface finish on 

the holes – very nice, and chips fall away very 

easily”. 

Another practical case from a Japan-based 

construction equipment manufacturer who 

was amazed by the tool performance achieved 

after switching to ACE Spot Drill for machining 

nitriding steel. This change resulted 

in a significant “monthly reduction for cycle 

time: 12.5 hours; for tool changes: 2.8 hours”. 

Instantly calculate costs and envision the substantial 

savings achieved by developing this 

tool across numerous machines! 

The ACE Spot Drill ranges from insert diameter 6 to 20 mm, covering 60 °, 

90 °, 120 °, and 142 ° spotting angles. Cylindrical shank and screw-fit cutter 

options are available to meet diverse machining needs. The same holder can 

fit with different inset grades or spot angles, eliminating tool cost. 

further information: www.jic-tools.com.tw 



A cut above – 

boosting sustainability and performance in milling 

Machinists love versatile milling cutters that can mill 

a wide range of materials. By combining sustainability 

with maximum performance, the new ProACT-Mill 

line of milling cutters is a cut above the rest. 

Manufactured with CERATIZIT’S CT-GS20Y, the most-sustainable 

solid carbide presently available, it significantly reduces 

customers’ CO 2 footprint. Simultaneously, ProACT-Mill 

boosts performance thanks to its advanced geometry and 

latest coating technologies. 

“Throughout the entire development process, we had three 

criteria for our new ProACT milling tools: make them as universal 

as possible, ensure higher performance than their predecessors 

and reduce the CO 2 footprint by manufacturing 

them with our sustainable solid carbide grade CT-GS20Y. 

By no means an easy task, but we were convinced of their 

potential as an efficiency booster, says Michael Wucher, 

global technical product manager at CERATIZIT. 

99 % secondary raw materials – 100 % performance 

As professional machinists know well, it can be quite a challenge 

to machine steel, stainless steel and cast materials, 

bearing in mind the constant array of tool changes required. 

In fact the only way to avoid time-consuming tool changes is 

to employ milling cutters that are universally applicable. “But 

the economic considerations were just one aspect – sustainability 

played an equally important role. To this end we added 

our new ProACT-Mill solid carbide milling tools to our portfolio 

as a stand-alone upGRADE product line. They combine 

the unfettered performance of an all-around high-performance 

milling cutter with our most-sustainable solid carbide 

substrate”, says Wucher. In doing so CERATIZIT provides its 

customers with a twin economic and ecological benefit in the 

form of a certified low Product Carbon Footprint (PCF). 

The new upGRADE line CT-GS20Y is a 10 % binder submicron 

carbide with a tungsten grain size ranging from 0.5 

to 0.8 µm. It is the preferred material for drilling and milling 

tools in solid carbide and is thus perfect for use in a wide 

range of applications. What really makes CT-GS20Y stand 

out, however, lies in its composition. “We use 99 % secondary 

raw materials sourced from recycled carbide cutting tools. As 

a result, manufacturing this innovative material has a much 

lower CO 2 footprint than carbides made with conventional 

manufacturing processes”, Wucher explains. The environmental 

impact is further minimized by the CT-GS20Y manufacturing 

process, which is based on a conscientious use of 

energy, resource efficiency and optimized logistics. 

Top-performer with a new power coating 

Big changes are not limited to carbide substrates. It’s a new 

day for grinding technology, too. This fact is evident in the 

new ProACT-Mill milling cutter lines, where advanced 

To minimize constant tool changes when machining steel, 

stainless steel or cast materials, CERATIZIT added the new 

ProACT-Mill line of performance solid carbide milling cutters 

made from sustainable carbide to its portfolio 

geometries serve to achieve maximum performance in as 

many materials as possible. “After testing the new series 

we’ve seen that balancing performance with sustainability 

is anything but a compromise. In fact, compared to other 

universal tools, we saw up to 30 % increase in performance”, 

confirms Wucher. Another contributing factor to the outstanding 

results for the ProACT-Mill is a new coating technology, 

which serves to add a new level to milling cutters in 

terms of performance and tool life. 

Sustainability – 

encoded across the entire value chain 

CERATIZIT believes that sustainability should be applied to 

the entire life cycle of a tool. With digital applications such as 

the CERAsmart Cockpit and its ToolCycle module, it is possible 

to track a tool’s impact on sustainability across its entire 

life cycle via cutting-edge identifying and tracing tools with 

a specially embedded lasered DMC code. It’s even possible 

to view an individual tool’s regrinding status. CERATIZIT’s 

ReStart regrinding service provides tools a second life or 

multiple lives with the original geometries. This helps customers 

limit the resources needed and significantly improve 

their PCF. “Regrinding, not rebuying” pays off twofold. On 

the one hand, customers can slash nearly half of their tool 

costs without any drop in performance, while significantly 

reducing their carbon footprint at the same time. When 

the day comes that a tool can no longer be reused, the materials, 

such as cobalt and tungsten, can be recovered and 

re-processed into new tools and thus keep these precious raw 

materials in the lifecycle. 

further information: www.ceratizit.com 


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Pooling knowledge for aircraft assembly 

The MAPAL Group is pooling its global activities 

in aircraft assembly in the newly founded “Global 

Organisation for Assembly (GOA)” department, thereby 

reflecting the great importance and special requirements 

of the final assembly sector in aviation. 

The GOA is based in France and has a team of qualified staff 

as well as production and testing capabilities. 

In Vigneux-de-Bretagne on the outskirts of Nantes, one 

of MAPAL’s four sites in France, a dozen employees have 

been permanent members of the GOA since January 2024. 

If they need support, they can rely on the complete organization 

of MAPAL France with a total of 120 employees. 

Laurent Benezech, business development manager Aerospace, 

is responsible for GOA and works closely together with plant 

manager Thomas Dauteuille. 

The GOA is MAPAL’s first Centre of Competence outside 

of Germany. “It is very important for the development of 

the MAPAL Group to pool our expertise close to our strategic 

customers,” explains Christophe Potier, CEO of MAPAL 

France. He has played a major role in the company’s success 

in the final assembly sector. During the 2009 financial 

crisis he searched for new markets and was given the opportunity 

to come to know about the requirements of aircraft 

assembly at Airbus. After visiting the site he concluded that 

Boring and reaming tools for through bores with 

special cutting edges and guide elements for the reliable 

production of precise bores with high surface quality and 

exact concentricity 

although there was great potential here, MAPAL didn’t yet 

have the right products for this. Within one month adapted 

tools were developed and successfully tested on site, putting 

MAPAL in business. With the additional takeover of a small 

French tool manufacturer the company also became a strategic 

supplier. 

Around one million bores have to be drilled to assemble 

the parts of an airplane. The challenge is that the components 

are made up of layers of different materials such as titanium, 

Dr. Piotr Tyczynski, global head of segment management 

Aerospace and Christophe Potier, CEO MAPAL France, 

have restructured and concentrated processes in the 

aircraft assembly field with the establishment of the 

Global Organisation for Assembly 

Producing precise, circular countersinks and 

flat surfaces on pre-drilled bores 


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FILTECH 

November 12 – 14, 2024 

Cologne – Germany 

The Filtration Event 

www.Filtech.de 

Platform 

Tools for drilling from the solid 

in multi-layer composites (stacks) 

made of CFRP, aluminum, high-alloy steels or titanium 

with a hand drill 

aluminum and CFRP in various combinations. As a result there is no standard 

range for machining rivet bores. MAPAL primarily provides solid carbide tools 

for this: step drills with sharp cutting edges and multi-bladed reamers. Great 

importance is attached to suitable coatings, which MAPAL develops constantly 

further. 

MAPAL is highly successful with its assembly tool technologies, and now 

boasts a large number of customers in the aviation industry. The new structure 

is heavily tailored to the requirements of the sector. “We have to be able to react 

very quickly. This so far has been a major challenge for MAPAL and the reason 

for our new organizational unit”, explains Dr. Piotr Tyczynski, global head of segment 

management Aerospace at MAPAL. “And just as important as having the 

right solutions is a good, tightly-knit network to get the tools to our customers 

quickly and to support them in using them.” 

Development, production and customer service 

The required capabilities were concentrated and expanded in France. GOA not 

only acts as a sales organization that centrally handles all quotation processing 

worldwide for the final assembly division. In Vigneux-de-Bretagne a development 

department has also been set up for testing customized tools. In addition to 

measuring all parameters, it is also possible to adjust the tools to the customer’s 

individual machining conditions. This is important because many bores on the 

aircraft are drilled using semiautomatic or manual machines. Production is only 

a few meters away from the development department. If modifications of a tool 

need to be made, this is done within a few minutes and the tests can continue. 

Solutions can thus be developed in a very short amount of time. In addition 

GOA’s manufacturing unit also produces the first tool series and standardizes 

their production to ensure reproducibility in the Centre of Competence Altenstadt 

and in Toulouse, as well as at all MAPAL production sites. 

Experience and findings from France are shared with the other MAPAL Group 

sites through GOA. In each country MAPAL appoints a process expert because 

on-site support for customers is very important in the assembly field. These 

experts already exist in the key focus markets and form a network under the 

leadership of Thomas Dauteuille. Where the relevant knowledge still needs to be 

built up locally, customers receive centralized support from GOA. 

further information: www.mapal.com 

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New energy-efficient production facility 

in Kreckelmoos 

CERATIZIT, a Plansee Group company 

has opened a new site in Kreckelmoos, 

Reutte, Austria. With its innovative 

energy concept, it sets an important 

foundation for a more sustainable future. 

The building comprises production halls, 

storage and logistics areas, offices and social 

rooms for over 300 employees. 

In line with CERATIZIT’s corporate goals, 

the focus during planning was on sustainability, 

energy efficiency and environmental 

friendliness to further reduce the company’s 

carbon footprint. 

“The construction of our new Kreckelmoos 

site opens up new opportunities for 

growth, automation and digitalization in 

the manufacture of our products”, declares 

Simon Jost, managing director of CERATIZIT 

Austria, who is extremely satisfied with the 

new location. 

Maximum energy efficiency 

and a green roof 

An energy-efficient concept was developed 

for the heating and cooling system, which 

includes the use of thermal groundwater, 

heat pumps and photovoltaic systems. The 

15,000 m 2 extensively overgrown roof of the 

production hall also contributes to low energy 

consumption. Additionally the greenery 

serves as natural protection against precipitation 

and improves the air quality in the area. 

This modern three-story building is also optically impressive. The visible 

timber supporting structure, made of local spruce, is particularly eye-catching. 

Using this naturally renewable building material has enabled low-emission 

construction, which fits in perfectly with the sustainability strategy. 

German design award 2024 

The new production facility was awarded the German Design Award 2024 

for “Excellent Architecture” – a prize that recognizes innovative and sustainable 

design developments. According to the international jury, Kreckelmoos 

“stands out as an impressive figurehead for the tool manufacturer” and 

impressively adapts to the topography of the landscape. 

further information: www.ceratizit.com 

glasstec 2024 

High-caliber accompanying program 

From October 22 - 25, 2024, Düsseldorf 

will once again become the center of the 

global glass industry. 

Under the slogan “We are glass” glasstec 2024 

will stage an outstanding line-up of side 

events placing emphasis on the hot topics 

“digital technologies”, “circular economy” and 

“decarbonization”. 

With its high-caliber accompanying program 

glasstec 2024 proves once again that it 

lives up to its position being the global no. 1 

trade fair. glasstec connects experts from industry 

and research, promotes start-ups and serves as an impulse provider 

for trends and innovations in the glass sector also via knowledge transfer 

and networking formats. 

The glasstec conference 2024 forms the backbone of the trade fair’s extensive 

lecture program. On three stages talks by international experts, exhibitors, 

representatives from the glazier trade and representatives from science, 

research and design will be presented. 

glasstec 2024 serves as a meeting point for decision-makers from throughout 

the world, providing a unique platform to strengthen business relations, 

develop new markets and jointly shape the future of the glass sector through 

exchange with leading industry representatives. 

further information: www.glasstec.de 


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The philosopher’s grindstone 

A practical guide to general precision grinding 

written by Walter Graf 

The book is dedicated to people dealing 

daily with precision grinding. 

The book is not intended as an academy 

treatise on the subject. Its principal aim 

is to give people useful hints on systematically 

approaching grinding issues and 

point out which tools – such as formulas 

and guidelines – are at their disposal. 

The author, since his apprenticeship, 

looks back on 50 years of experience 

in this field, traveling the world, selling 

grinding wheels, running seminars, 

writing articles and handbooks on grinding, 

and helping people optimize their 

processes. 

The book has almost 400 pages and is self-published by the author. 

Discover 

our newest 

products! 

contact: waltergraf@fastmail.fm 

Mastering carbide tooling for 

titanium machining 

Precision and reliability are essential 

in aerospace manufacturing, especially 

when working with materials 

like titanium and creating high-performance 

tools, machining titanium 

presents unique challenges. Toolmakers 

have constant pressure to provide 

innovative aerospace tooling solutions 

to improve machining efficiency, 

reduce cycle times and enhance overall 

productivity. 

The guide “Troubleshoot High Hardness 

and Low Elasticity in Aerospace Tooling” 

provides strategies and insights on how to 

improve precision and tool-life of aerospace 

tooling by tackling the strength, high-hard - 

ness and low elasticity of titanium. 

Content: 

how to contrast tool wear and increase tool reliability leveraging 

advanced carbide materials designed for titanium machining 

techniques for enhancing tool stability 

the importance of strategic partnerships with non-rival suppliers 

Read the guide to elevate your aerospace tooling capabilities and meet 

industry standards. 

further information: www.hyperionmt.com 

VISIT US! 

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WORLD CLASS! One of Japan's largest international machine tool fairs 

Visitor Registration – Opens September, 2024 

Outline 

■ Name of Exhibition 

JIMTOF 2024 

The 32nd JAPAN INTERNATIONAL MACHINE TOOL FAIR 

■ Organizers 

Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association 

Tokyo Big Sight Inc. 

■ Date 

Nov.5 (Tue.) - Nov.10 (Sun.), 2024 (6 days) 

■ Venue 

Tokyo Big Sight (Tokyo International Exhibition Center) 

■ Indoor Exhibition Space 

118,540 

■ Exhibits 

Machine tools (Metal cutting, Metal forming) / 

Machine tool accessories / Tools for machines (Cutting 

tool & wear-resistant tool) / Diamond, CBN tools / 

Grinding wheels and abrasives / Gears and Gear Devices / 

Oil hydraulic, water hydraulic and pneumatic machinery / 

Precision measuring machines and instruments / 

Optical measuring instruments / Testing machinery / 

Controller and related software (CAD/CAM etc.) / 

Other associated machinery and equipment, 

raw materials, technologies and publications 


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Breakdown of Visitors 

Breakdown of Visitors 

Total 

Europe 

572 

Total 

Germany Europe 

189 

572 

Italy 95 

Germany 189 

France 39 Total 

Italy Europe 

95 572 

U.K. 38 

France Germany 39 189 

Spain 33 

U.K. Italy 38 95 

Switzerland 28 

Spain France 33 39 

Lithuania 25 

Switzerland U.K. 28 38 

Poland 

Lithuania 

Spain 24 

25 

33 

Finland Switzerland 16 28 

Poland 24 

Denmark Lithuania 14 25 

Finland 16 

Netherlands Poland 14 24 

Denmark 14 

Sweden Finland 13 16 

Total 

Netherlands 14 

Middle East 

Romania Denmark 10 14 

72 

Sweden Netherlands 13 14 

Total 

Czech Republic 9 

Turkey Middle East 

51 

Romania Sweden 10 13 

72 Total 

Others 25 

Israel Middle East 18 

Czech Republic Romania 9 10 

Turkey 51 72 

U.A.E. 3 

Others Czech Republic 25 9 

Israel Turkey 18 51 

Total 

AfricaOthers 25 

U.A.E. Israel 18 3 

10 

U.A.E. 3 

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South Africa 7 

Africa 

10 Total 

Kenya 2 10 56 Countries and 

South Africa 7 

Egypt South Africa 1 7 

Kenya 2 

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Regions 

and 

Kenya 2 

56 Countries and 

Egypt 1 

Regions 

Egypt 1 

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One of the largest machine tool exhibitions in Asia with visitors from all around the world 

Japan 109,343 

Japan 109,343 

Japan 109,343 

Total 

Oceania 

31 

Total 

Australia Oceania 

26 

Total 31 

Others Oceania 

Australia 31 5 

26 

Australia Others 26 5 

Others 5 

Total 114,158 

Total 114,158 

Total 114,158 

Total 

Asia 

3,859 

Total 

Korea Asia 

1,539 

3,859 

Taiwan 838 

Korea 1,539 

Thailand Total 

Asia 

303 

Taiwan 3,859 838 

India 252 

Korea Thailand 1,539 303 

Vietnam 210 

TaiwanIndia 838 252 

Indonesia 176 

Thailand Vietnam 303 210 

Malaysia 160 

India Indonesia 252 176 

VietnamChina Malaysia 

210 160 

160 

Indonesia Singapore 176 156 

China 160 

Malaysia Philippines 160 40 

Singapore 156 

China Pakistan 160 9 

Philippines 40 

Singapore Others 156 16 

Philippines 

Pakistan 

40 

9 

Pakistan Others 9 16 

North / Central / Total 

Others 16 

South America 271 

North / Central / Total 

U.S.A. 205 

North South / Central America / Total 271 

Mexico 38 

South U.S.A. America 271 

205 

U.S.A. Brazil 15 

Mexico 

205 

38 

MexicoCanada 38 10 

Brazil 15 

Brazil Others 15 3 

Canada 10 

Canada 10 

Others 3 

Others 3 

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JIMTOF2024 Special Concurret Exhibition 

D a t e 

Venue 

Tuesday, 5 November to 

Sunday, 10 November, 2024 

Tokyo Big Sight 

(Tokyo International Exhibition Center) 

EXHIBITOR APPLICATION FOR Additive Manufacturing Area 

in JIMTOF 2024 IS NOW OPEN 

“Additive Manufacturing Area in JIMTOF 2024” will be held as a specialized exhibition for 

AM/3D printing related products and technologies. This is a Special Concurrent Exhibition 

for JIMTOF 2024, one of the largest international machine tool fairs in Japan. 


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A chip straight out of a picture book 

Trend report on metal working tools 

New materials, the trend towards miniaturization, 

competitive pressure, digitalization and more sustainable 

business are just some of the challenges with 

which production companies must cope. 

That also applies to the start of the value-added chain where 

one metal working method is often found. Tool specialists are 

frequently the first point of call for inquiries on how to optimize 

complex and problematic metal cutting processes. The 

most frequent problems faced by metal cutting companies 

include tool wear, processing times and costs. 

The way in which manufacturers of modern tools cope with 

the different challenges is demonstrated by a review of the innovations 

of the AMB exhibitors who will present their new 

products in the fully occupied halls at Messe Stuttgart in September, 

10 – 14, 2024. Together with mechanical engineering 

companies and users, these manufacturers have found 

answers to also produce complex shapes, challenging materials 

or large unit numbers in a more efficient and more precise 

way. 

Cutting materials and coatings 

The development of new cutting materials and coatings is 

a key area in the improvement of precision tools. Carbide, 

ceramics and diamond coatings reduce wear and extend 

service lives. Ultimately it’s these materials that often ensure 

uninterrupted working. 

At ISCAR another element with positive effects on productivity 

also comes into play: internal coolant channels were integrated 

in the three flute solid carbide flat-head drills for improved 

machining performance. The three coolant nozzles 

extend the service life of the flute and improve chip evacuation. 

According to the company the flat drill product line 

is the first on the market to machine flat bottom holes. The 

three cutting edges of the drill improve the quality of the 

holes, especially when interrupted cutting conditions occur. 

These conditions may include, for example, intersecting holes 

or inclined surfaces. 

The geometry of the drills ensures high productivity, especially 

when machining steel and cast materials. The dia meter 

of this series ranges from 4 – 12 mm with 0.1 mm steps and 

a ratio of length to diameter of 3 x D and 5 x D. The small tip 

improves penetration and the accuracy of the machining 

hole while the corrugated cutting edges and a special shape 

of the insertion ensure good chip control with the majority of 

materials. Narrow scrapers reduce friction and ensure perfect 

surface quality. The highly polished chip flutes also discharge 

chips cleanly while an optimized core diameter increases 

tool rigidity. 

Composite and new materials 

Composite materials such as carbon fibers or titanium alloys 

also require special tools which can withstand extreme loads. 

As the demand for these lighter yet robust materials rises, so 

does the demand for tools which can process these materials. 

The research and development activities of many companies 

therefore focus on the production of these tools with the emphasis 

on their coatings. 

MAPAL, an Aalen-based manufacturer, is developing its 

surface technologies still further. Extremely hard and wearresistant 

diamond layers cut materials such as carbon fiber 

materials, ceramics, graphite and aluminum compounds. 

Especially in the automobile industry, the aerospace engineering 

industry, the tool construction and mold making 

industry, and the medical technology industry, users are 

demanding long service lives and process reliability. 

In the Aalen Competence Centre for Coating Technologies 

indexable inserts and solid carbide tools are prepared for 

later use by means of PVD or CVD processes. Experts normally 

recommend CVD for dry cutting and for high cutting 

speeds. During chemical vapor deposition compounds are 

deposited up to a temperature of just over 1,000 ° C. If rathe 

unstable processing situations or difficult cutting conditions 

are expected, tougher PVD coats are used. Physical 

vapor deposition combines metallic hard materials such as 

titanium nitrate or titanium aluminum nitride with the 

carbide basic bodies. If adhesive wearing processes play a 

role, diamond-like carbon coatings (DCC) are often chosen. 

They are also separated using PVD or a plasma-based CVD 

process. 

In order to coat its tools MAPAL is currently restricting 

itself to the range between 3 – 15 μm depending on the par - 

tic ular application. The optimized HF-CVD process produces 

coats with almost homogeneous thickness. One aim always 

remains the same: in the particular cutting application it 

should be possible to use the total cutting length with process 

reliability irrespective of the cutting depth. 

One example is the OptiMill-Composite-Speed-Plus, a 

solid carbide milling cutter for carbon fiber reinforced (CFR) 

materials. In this case the homogeneous CVD diamond coating 

ensures long service lives and high process reliability: 

“In the last few years we worked intensively to improve the 

diamond coating process and have opened up new opportunities 

in tool manufacturing”, said Dr. Martin Kommer, team 

director for R&D cutting material/coating at MAPAL. The 

tool manufacturer is therefore solely responsible for the complete 

tool design process extending from the right geometry 

and the selection of a suitable carbide through to coating. 


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Fiber tears and projections, as well as 

unsightly burrs are also a problem for many 

customers of EMUGE Franken. Composite 

materials are used in many different industries 

such as aerospace engineering, the automobile 

industry, the energy sector, sport and 

medicine. The company developed its fiber 

cut milling tools in response to a wide range 

of processing problems. 

These tools machine fiber reinforced plastics, 

e.g. carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP), 

fiberglass reinforced plastics (GFRP) and 

aramid fiber reinforced plastics (AFRP). ZR 

coated end mills with diameters ranging from 

4.0 – 20 mm are available for roughing applications 

in CFRP and GFRP. The end mills 

with diamond-ZR coating enable roughing 

and finishing without any tears. Special 

toothing ensures clean and reliable cutting of 

the fibers, a high chip volume and optimum 

chip removal. Micro end mills in diameters 

from 1.0 – 3.0 mm with diamond-ZR coating 

are suitable for micro-machining. End mills 

with a reverse scissor cut (5.0 – 12 mm) are 

available for drilling and trim milling in 

aramid fiber reinforced plastics. 

Nanotechnology and 

micro structured tools 

Another trend relates to the size of the parts to 

be produced. Parts are becoming ever smaller. 

The necessary shapes and geometries are 

therefore also shrinking. The miniaturization 

of parts calls for tools with increasingly more 

accurate and smaller dimensions. The transitions 

are fluid in microtechnology and nanotechnology. 

Tools with microscopically small 

structures are in great demand in electronics 

and medical technology. 

At the company Paul Horn, for example, 

it is essential to master every process during 

micro cutting. When external diameters 

of 0.1 mm, 0.5 mm insertions and 5 μm feeds 

have to be produced, you sense how precise 

all machining elements have to be coordinated. 

Very small cutting depths call for very 

sharp blades in order to minimize the cutting 

pressure. However the abrasive cutting 

edges increase the danger of micro-cracks. 

Even a small crack in the range of a few μm on 

the cutting edge has a negative effect on the 

machined surface of the workpiece. The finish 

quality of the cutting surface also plays an 

important role. In order to counteract builtup 

edges, the cutting surface at Horn is very 

finely sanded or polished prior to its use. 

To enable users to produce screws for hearing 

aids, balancing weights for watch production 

or turned micro-parts for medical components, Horn developed the 

μ-Finish system for micro cutting. Change accuracies of +/- 0.0025 mm when 

rotating the indexable insert are therefore possible. For example the user can 

turn the cutting plate without having to reset the tip height. 

LMT Tools in Schwarzenbek is another example of the trend towards 

increasingly smaller parts: during the development of the micro-milling 

cutters, the focal points were productivity and process reliability in addition 

to the required component quality. LMT supplies different micro-milling 

cutters in a tolerance range up to 0.007 mm for highly precise milling processing 

with small tool diameters. The 3, 4 and 6 mm precision shafts with h5 

tolerance and a diameter range from 0.3 – 3.0 mm are available in two geometry 

variants: a design with a straight face for precise contours and a design 

with a spherical head. The latter design ensures higher flexibility when machining 

complex 3D shapes. Thanks to the spherical shape of the milling 

cutter, curves and irregular surfaces can be processed precisely. 

One of the main application areas is hard machining in die and mold making, 

e.g. complex 3D mold surfaces, deep cavities, drill holes, undercuts or 

ribbed structures. LMT counteracts high thermomechanical load collectives 

with the aid of wear-resistant layer substrate systems that can withstand high 

temperatures. The tools therefore become resistant to oxidation and diffusion,and 

have hot hardness. 

“Through the micro program we are supplementing our wide selection 

of tool solutions in the shaft and indexable insert portfolio relating to die 

and mold making, especially in the manufacture of injection molds. We are 

therefore able to fully cover all areas – from punches, presses, forging dies, 

plastic molds and die casting molds through to free form surfaces, electrode 

production and mold making”, emphasized Dr. Sascha Beblein, head of R&D 

rotating tools at LMT Tools. 

Smallest diameter without piloting 

Ceratizit also supplies drills for small and very deep diameters. The WTX 

drills drill holes up to 30 x D while maintaining high positioning accuracy. 

The 5 x D version has been designed as a pilot drill for micro deep hole drills, 

thus creating the conditions for the micro deep hole drilling process. The 

self-centering characteristics of the micro drills mean pilot-drilling/centering 

can be dispensed with up to and including 8 x D. 

According to the manufacturer, the drills reliably process steels, cast 

materials or highly heat-resistant materials with repeat accuracy. This is 


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attributable to optimized geometry and the 

so-called Dragonskin coating. The special 

geometry of the tip increases positioning accuracy 

while lapped surfaces and patented 

chip space openings ensure rapid and reliable 

chip removal. The tools are cooled by spiral 

coolant channels and the coolant chamber in 

the shaft. With these measures Ceratizit aims 

to ensure that micro drilling has repeat accuracy 

and is free from interruptions. “The company 

can also help to optimize the tools for 

new challenging applications together with 

customers”, said Felix Meggle, product manager 

for solid carbide drills at Ceratizit. 

No precise machining 

without clamping devices 

The closer the tolerances for the workpiece to 

be machined are at the end, the more it depends 

on the entire chain of power transmission 

from the base of the machine tool to the 

chip. ISCAR has now presented an innovation 

for one of these steps: the BHD MB boring 

heads are being replaced by a new tool series 

called BSFD or Boring Super Fine Digital. The 

measuring instrument has a display for all fine 

boring head diameters. Digital heads with a 

diameter from 3 – 203.1 mm with an accuracy 

of +/- 0.001. The display unit is docked to the 

tool-holding fixture with magnetic forces so 

that the diameter can be adjusted with the aid 

of the digital screen. 

According to the manufacturer the tools are 

best suited for precise drilling operations with 

high accuracy. The tools are suitable for applications 

in the automobile industry, the offroad 

sector, the aerospace engineering industry 

and the general mechanical engineering 

industry. They can also be used as an alternative 

for reaming operations with high tolerances 

during interrupted cutting conditions. 

New standard clamping devices also ensure 

precise and interruption-free cutting during 

5-axis machining of blanks. Like the EvoGrip 

centering vice from EMUGE, a manu ally 

operated direct clamping device which clamps 

the workpiece centrically. The compact design 

enables multi-sided machining with five 

axes and makes clamping devices of this type 

universally applicable. With its modular and 

very slim system design, the EvoGrip attains a 

maximum clamping force of up to 75 kN. 

The perfect addition to the EvoGrip is the 

EvoPoint zero-point clamping system. The 

EvoPoint features high accuracies and can 

be combined with the centering vice system 

thanks to its modular design. According 

to the manufacturer, set-up times can be 

reduced by up to 80 % in conjunction with EvoPoint. Different versions of 

these clamping jaws are available, for example one-piece clamping jaws with 

different contours, multi-piece clamping jaws comprising basic and re versible 

jaws, and reversible jaws with different contours, top jaws and center jaws. 

Measuring and testing 

When it’s a question of accuracy, corresponding control is also essential. 

The AMB exhibitor Hahn+Kolb provides an example of how also innovations 

can always be found here. The tool service provider offers the Micro, 

DH-9 and Easyroughness roughness measuring devices from the Diavite 

and Atorn brands as three solutions for measuring surfaces reversible 

to ISO 21920. End of 2021 the new international standard with its three parts 

on profile-related measurement, characterization and indication of the surface 

texture (roughness, waviness) of parts replaced the withdrawn standards 

ISO 4287, ISO 4288, ISO 13565-2 and ISO 1302. These standards were 

no longer able to cover all the possibilities of modern measuring devices. 

The devices for determining roughness are produced with an alu minum 

housing and a touchscreen display. They have feed units for skid-type probes 

and reference surface probes (free tracers), as well as special individual solutions. 

Users can therefore perform more measuring tasks than with pure 

skid pick-up systems. Corresponding ball probes, deep probes, drilling 

probes, tooth flank probes, axis probes and cut free probes also record values 

on deep lying surfaces, gear wheels, grooves and drill holes or small recesses. 

Easyroughness from Atorn even records the roughness of filigree drill 

holes, shaft diameters, internal recesses and tooth flanks. In addition to visualization 

of the surface roughness via a large 10.1" full HD industry touchscreen 

PC, the measurement results are stored by the integrated Windows 

IoT operating system, with the inclusion of the option for video/photo documentation. 

The user can therefore be certain that the target values also correspond 

to the current status and document this to his customer. 

This small excerpt of innovations in metal working also shows the wide 

range of topics at this year’s AMB in Stuttgart. September, 10 – 14, 2024, 

the exhibitors will present their solutions relating to cutting tools, clamping 

tools, measuring and test systems, operating equipment, handling 

systems, occupational safety, machines and much more. A wide range of 

solutions for many industries in which miniaturization, growing competitive 

pressure and challenging materials are important issues. 

further information: www.amb-messe.de 


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Automation solutions integrated throughout 

IMTS 2024 

To expand an automation strategy or take the first 

step on an automation journey, IMTS 2024 – The 

International Manufacturing Technology Show offers 

contract manufacturers, job shops and OEM’s the opportunity 

to explore thousands of innovative and 

ready-to-deploy solutions to address their workforce, 

quality and efficiency issues. 

Held at McCormick Place in Chicago on September 9-14, 

IMTS 2024 will feature the new automation sector, accelerated 

by SPS – smart production solutions in the North building, 

which features companies specializing in robots, collaborative 

robots (cobots), motion control, data management, 

and automation integration. Additionally exhibits throughout 

IMTS will demonstrate automated solutions for CNC 

machining, additive manufacturing, vision systems, metrology, 

tooling, workholding, abrasive machining, gear generation, 

parts handling and cleaning, and other manufacturing 

technologies. 

“Automation is omnipresent at IMTS because exhibitors 

know industry needs automation technologies to leverage 

worker productivity and boost business profitability”, says 

Peter R. Eelman, chief experience officer, AMT – the Association 

For Manufacturing Technology, which owns and produces 

IMTS. “IMTS provides an unmatched opportunity to make 

head-to-head evaluations and discover how easy it has 

become to deploy these systems. Visitors will also discover 

hundreds of new ways to incorporate automation, including 

functions they couldn’t imagine would be automated.” 

Ian Stringer, vice president of data strategy at AMT, says 

that “the push toward greater adoption of industrial automation 

is influenced by an aging workforce and geopolitical 

uncertainties that have increased defense spending and led to 

a revitalization of the U.S. supply chain.” 

Stringer notes that capital intensity (the amount of capital 

utilized per unit of labor) has surged nearly 12 % from 2017 to 

2023, according to the March 21 economic news release from 

the bureau of labor statistics. According to Stringer this figure 

“is solid evidence” of a significant shift toward more capital-intensive 

and labor-efficient manufacturing processes 

facilitated by the automation solutions shown at IMTS 2024. 

“From reshoring initiatives and workspace optimization 

to production capacity and workforce shortages, multiple 

issues are often at play when companies are looking to invest 

in automation technology”, says Doug Burnside, vice 

president of North American sales and marketing for 

Yaskawa Motoman (IMTS booth #236601). “For smaller companies 

collaborative palletizing and welding are two easy 

options for first steps into automation. The systems deploy 

rapidly and have user-friendly pendants.” 

Turnkey inspection cell 

Historically most metrology solutions have required intensive 

manual input. For a fully automated execution of measurement 

sequences, ZEISS (IMTS booth #134302) will showcase 

the ScanBox 5130, which features an ATOS 5 high-speed 

blue light 3D sensor mounted on a FANUC robot arm. Users 

with little to no robotics experience can easily plan and program 

measuring sequences for the ScanBox using the Virtual 

Measuring Room software module. With a complete, detailed, 

geometric digital twin of the physical part, users can 

compare the data against the CAD model, visualize geometric 

dimensioning and tolerancing deviations, and display 

inspection results for detailed trend and statistical process 

control analysis. 

Cobots, vision and AI 

Collaborative robots (cobots) are a true workforce multiplier 

and will be demonstrated in conjunction with tooling and 

workholding, welding, metrology, machining, part handling, 

and scores of other applications at IMTS. 

According to Will Healy, global industry leader – welding at 

Universal Robotics (UR) (IMTS booth #236131), a cobot can 

arrive on a loading dock in the morning and be assisting with 

production by noon because cobot providers have “a hyper 

focus on simplifying the cobot integration experience and 

improving the cobot operator experience.” 

Today machine operators (not robot programmers) can 

program and staff multiple pieces of equipment, boosting 

machine utilization numbers and shortening changeover 

time between parts. 

With these factors shops can now run more parts per 

machine with overnight runs or lights-out manufacturing, 

boost shop competitiveness and help company leaders win 

new business. 

“At IMTS 2024 conversations will center around how artificial 

intelligence and cobots come together to bring new levels 

of usability and productivity to the shop floor”, adds Healy. 

“As an example of applications that were challenging to 

automate in the recent past, we will demonstrate how a 

UR20e cobot can pick a wider variety of parts with an unprecedented 

reliability.” 

This advance occurred through a partnership between UR 

and Siemens (IMTS booth #133249) that utilizes Siemens’ 

deep learning-based vision software, called SIMATIC Robot 

Pick AI, and Zivid’s M130 3D camera. 

Generative AI innovation 

As manufacturers embrace automation they also need to 

explore the transformative power of generative AI. 


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news & facts 

Google Cloud (IMTS booth #236709) delivers AI and machine 

learning solutions to unlock untapped potential and drive 

innovation through data-driven insights and intelligent 

automation. Google Cloud can help IMTS visitors understand 

where and how to apply AI to product design, research, 

production, supply chain, customer service and other manufacturing 

processes. 

System solutions 

As part of the increase in automation exhibitors in the 

metal removal sector will demonstrate production cells (e.g., 

not just stand-alone products) and collaborate with other 

exhibitors to deliver turnkey solutions. 

“You simply can’t talk about the advances in automation 

and machining without talking about them together, and 

IMTS is where everyone comes together”, says Scott Harms, 

president of MetalQuest Unlimited. “For example at IMTS 

2022 we committed to the machining and automation strategy 

used to fulfill a new contract in a conference room above 

the OKUMA booth, where our FANUC representative was 

also present.” (Okuma will be in IMTS booth #338500, and 

FANUC will be in IMTS booth #338919.) 

At IMTS 2022 advances in vision systems were central to 

MetalQuest’s purchase decision, which featured three horizontal 

machining centers and three robots. A robot equipped 

with FANUC’s 3D vision-based bin picking technology 

picked out parts that had been randomly dumped into a bin. 

The first robot then presented the part to the other robots, 

which then loaded them into the HMCs. “That’s pretty cutting 

edge, even for a system integrator”, adds Harms. 

Quick wins 

For automation without the expertise of a third-party system 

integrator or a that won’t drain on limited internal resources, 

HM Manufacturing selected a Turn-Assist robot from 

RoboJob USA (IMTS booth #338982). 

“This new robot aids our Okuma lathe in more capacity 

and allows for larger production runs”, says Nicole Wolter, 

HM Manufacturing president. Her company has purchased 

almost every machine in its operation as a result of attending 

IMTS. “Being able to see the technology, meet people, and 

ask questions is how we stay up to date.” 

To keep for making chips while loading and unloading 

parts, Chad Sesing, vice president and plant manager at JTD 

Enterprises, was impressed by automatic pallet changers from 

Midaco and how easily they adapt to the company’s Haas 

machines. 

“We were able to purchase one and install one on our Haas 

VF-2SS”, he says. “We were glad we could see it in person at 

IMTS to understand how it would benefit us.” (Midaco will 

be in IMTS booth #339347, and Haas will be in IMTS booth 

#338100.) 

For applications requiring extended unattended run time, 

pallet pools may be the most efficient automation solution, as 

was the case at Olson Custom Designs. 

“One of our customers launched a new product that 

ramped up very quickly”, recalls co-owner Brian Olson. “We 

were able to put in a Kitamura Supercell-300G 5-axis horizontal 

machining center with a 20-station pallet pool on 

the floor and ramp up our production to meet their needs.” 

(Kitamura will be in IMTS booth #338520.) Once fully loaded 

with material, the cell can run for 35 hours unattended. 

In control 

While pallet pools provide capability, advanced machine 

controls ensure accuracy and consistency during unattended 

runtime. “The TNC7 control will help end users to feel confident 

in automating their process,” says Gisbert Ledvon, 

vice president of marketing at HEIDENHAIN (IMTS booth 

#339440). “This year at IMTS we will demonstrate tool quality 

and tool life monitoring features using the TNC7’s integrated 

tool table database.” HEIDENHAIN will also demonstrate 

the TNC7’s component monitoring and process monitoring 

capabilities. Component monitoring can detect events 

such as tool breakage or excess force on the spindle. Process 

monitoring captures the data for a sample path and compares 

subsequent paths to this reference; deviations are graphically 

displayed, so operators can pinpoint the location. 

AM builds robustness 

Additive manufacturing (AM) is inherently an automated 

process, which is especially helpful to large- scale metal additive 

technologies such as directed energy deposition (DED), 

which can replace forgings, castings and tooling. These products 

typically come from overseas with lead times of 6 to 18 

months, which AM can shorten to a few months or weeks. 

Melanie Lang, co-founder and CEO of Formalloy 

Technologies (IMTS booth #433018), believes the trend of 

adding AM equipment to move work in-house is growing and 

will continue. 

“The last few years opened our eyes to the instabilities in 

our supply chain”, says Lang. “We can’t take delivery times 

for granted; the true country of origin for our products 

remains uncertain; and some sources are subject to geopolitical 

issues. Fortunately we can apply technology to solve 

those problems.” 

Jacob Sanchez, an automation industry analyst, content 

creator and IMTS 2022 attendee, notes that IMTS 2024 will 

reflect the extent of automation’s integration into key manufacturing 

processes such as AM. 

“Exhibitors in the additive manufacturing sector, accelerated 

by Formnext, are a great resource for finding end-of-arm 

tooling, inspiration for custom workholding and other ways 

to keep equipment running 24/7”, he says. “IMTS puts you in 

an automation mindset because you can find automation in 

all the exhibit halls.” 

further information: www.imts.com 


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Success from Barcelona 

The Spanish TEMSA Metallurgical Group is one of 

the world’s leading manufacturers of special tools for 

cold forming. The company has also been using cylindrical 

grinding machines from STUDER in its production 

for many years 

A visit to the TEMSA plant in Barcelona. 

Wearing a white work shirt, Alfonso Vivar walks through 

a large hall that radiates a sense of order, despite its multitude 

of machinery, workstations with monitors and focused 

employees. Everything has its place, every work step is carefully 

planned, and at its heart is a yellow robot arm working 

away methodically. We are located in an 8,000 m 2 (86`000 ft 2 ) 

high-tech plant to the west of Barcelona, Spain. Production 

manager Alfonso Vivar knows every corner of the plant. 

His shirt bears the bright red logo of his employer, TEMSA 

Metallurgical Group, a leading global specialist in the production 

of high-precision tools for cold forming and an 

expert in powder metallurgy, sintering and fine cutting. 

With cold forming, metal below the recrystallization temperature 

is forced into a specific shape using high compressive 

and tensile forces. Compared to metal-cutting operations 

this allows for shorter processing times per workpiece, thereby 

reducing costs in series production. Cold forming also 

allows for high strength, complex geometries and excellent 

surface properties. Components produced using this method 

include those for high-tech industries such as aerospace and 

automotive. All of which can only be accomplished with the 

right special-purpose tools and skills, which is exactly where 

TEMSA comes into play. 

“Our team can manufacture special tools in a tolerance 

range of just a mikron (0.000,040'')”, explains Vivar proudly. 

TEMSA’s site in Barcelona has about one hundred employees, 

all working to manufacture tools to exacting customer 

requirements. “Our expertise also helps us to accomplish 

short lead times. But that’s only because we use the very best 

machinery," he concludes. 

Confidence in the technology 

“This is our new STUDER S100, which we acquired earlier 

this year, together with a favoritCNC.” Vivar points to the 

CNC universal internal cylindrical grinding machine, painted 

white with blue accents. This color combination is typical of 

STUDER’s cylindrical grinding machines and is a familiar 

sight at the TEMSA plant – the company has been using the 

Swiss manufacturer’s machinery in its production facilities 

since many years. The company operates several STUDER 

machines for grinding tasks, including the S131, a new-generation 

CNC universal machine for internal cylindrical 

grinding. “We have confidence in the technology and value 

the positive relationship we have with the manufacturer”, 

explains Vivar of the decision to invest. In addition the high 

level of precision, reliability, and ease of operation offered 

by STUDER machinery machines help to ensure that production 

is as efficient as it can be. 

As an example the S100 is a great all-rounder, offering maximum 

precision thanks to its numerous options for internal, 

face and external grinding. The machine facilitates the production 

of a wide range of workpieces up to 550 mm (21.65'') in 

length. The favoritCNC is a CNC universal cylindrical grinding 

machine for individual and batch production of mediumsized 

workpieces with a length of up to 680 mm (26.8''). Both 

machines have an exceptional price-performance ratio, while 

at the same time offering premium technology, such as the 

machine bed of solid mineral cast Granitan® and optimal 

hardware-software interplay for ease of operation. The S131 

for internal cylindrical grinding with patented StuderGuide® 

guide system, turret wheelhead with up to four grinding 

Open matrix sectors Reduction die Tungsten carbide measuring ring 


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spindles and an additional C-axis is ideal for high-precision manufacture of 

flanged parts and smaller workpieces in a wide range of applications. 

Customer service with direct communication 

In addition to the quality level of the machinery, Vivar cites another important 

reason for opting for STUDER – “The customer service is outstanding, 

and we have several contact persons who can speak Spanish”, he explains. 

This helps to ensure easy and direct communication. He also values what 

STUDER has to offer in terms of preventive maintenance. This includes 

regular and routine inspections of the machinery by STUDER’s technical 

personnel, designed to minimize the risk of production failures and improve 

their operational durability. 

Standing next to Alfonso Vivar is Riccardo Delai, sales manager for Latin 

Europe at STUDER. He visits the plant in Barcelona at regular intervals 

and is often on the phone with TEMSA employees. “The personal contact is 

extremely important as it helps me to know what is working well and what 

needs attention”, he explains. STUDER has recently appointed a local service 

technician for Spain, allowing a faster response to customer inquiries. 

Delai considers the southern European country an important market for future 

growth, not least because of the Spanish government’s support, along 

with that of the European Union for local companies with investments in 

high technology. “We are delighted with the international success of TEMSA 

as a fully Spanish company and it clearly demonstrates what can be achieved 

with our machinery”, emphasizes Delai. 

Investing in the future safeguards success 

TEMSA’s success story goes back more than 30 years when the fledgling 

company produced high-precision tools from tungsten carbide and steel. 

Through consistent investment in employees, expertise and state-of-the-art 

systems, the Spanish company has quickly been able to establish an excellent 

reputation around the world. Today the company is a world leader in 

The S100 at a glance: 

tried-and-tested CNC universal machine for internal cylindrical grinding 

with high precision and excellent price-to-performance ratio 

workpiece length incl. clamping device max. 550 mm (21.65'') and 

workpiece diameter max. 420 mm (16.5'') 

straightforward operation and programming support thanks to 

StuderPictogramming, short setup and retooling times with 

STUDER QuickSet and automatic grinding spindle revolver 

The favoritCNC at a glance: 

CNC universal cylindrical grinding machine for medium-sized workpieces 

in one-off and series production, max. 80/120 kg (176/264 lbs), 

with excellent price-to-performance ratio 

external and internal grinding possible in one setup 

straightforward programming with StuderPictogramming and optional 

StuderGRIND for the creation of grinding and dressing programs 

on an external PC 

The S131 at a glance: 

latest-generation CNC universal machine for internal cylindrical grinding 

for workpiece lengths of 300 mm (11.8''), ncl. clamping device, and a 

workpiece diameter of 250 mm (9.85''), max. 100 kg (220 lbs) 

StuderGuide ® guide system with linear drive and 

grinding spindle revolver with up to four grinding spindles 

C-axis for workhead for form and thread grinding 

standardized interface for loader and peripheral equipment and 

automatically swiveling workpiece table 

Alfonso Vivar, production manager 

special tools for cold-forming processes. “I am 

extremely proud of our team; we are one big 

family. We have many second-generation employees 

working with us, and at Christmas, we 

always have a meal together with the first generations”, 

explains Vivar, a TEMSA veteran 

of 25 years. 

This appreciation for tradition is paired 

with foresight for the future, and TEMSA was 

an early adopter of automation as a means 

to make production more efficient. One such 

example is the yellow, 360-degree operating 

robot arm here in the plant, which automatically 

sorts numerous tools and allocates them 

to the machine according to requirements 

and processing cycles. “We want to move 

automation up a level in the future, which is a 

real challenge”, explains Vivar. This is another 

area in which STUDER is a valuable partner, 

having ample experience in customized and 

standardized automation solutions. As an example, 

the S100 can be equipped with a loader 

interface and automatic sliding door and 

thus be integrated into an automated production 

line. The S131 also has a standardized interface 

for a loader and peripheral equipment. 

Alfonso Vivar and Riccardo Delai continue 

their tour of the large TEMSA hall, passing 

robot arms, machinery and focused employees. 

“I am delighted that TEMSA is happy with its 

two new STUDER machines”, says Delai and 

shakes Vivar’s hand to say goodbye. “And me 

too”, laughs the production manager, adding 

“See you next time.” 

further information: www.studer.com 


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Holistic process understanding for optimum machining results 

Machining titanium economically 

Machining titanium is fundamentally different 

from machining cast iron or steel. For economic results, 

tool technology and the process must be optimally 

designed. With its holistic understanding of the 

overall interrelationships in the machining of titanium, 

MAPAL is able to identify this optimum combination 

of precision and cost-effectiveness. 

The material properties of titanium are valued in many fields 

such as aerospace, the automotive industry and medical 

technology. But the material is notoriously difficult to machine. 

This is because of its extremely low thermal conductivity. 

By way of comparison, with steel machining 10 % of 

the temperature remains in the workpiece, 15 % causes stress 

on the cutting tool and, by far the largest proportion, 75 % of 

the heat is transferred into the chips and removed with them. 

Titanium is completely different. In this case the chips only 

absorb 25 % of the heat. The lion’s share of 60 % goes into the 

tool and causes a high thermal load on the cutting edge or 

the cutting material, and this leads to considerably shorter 

tool lives. So the cutting material costs come into the focus 

of attention. 

Influence of the cutting speed on wear and tear 

If the cutting speed is too low, this can lead to adhesion, i.e. 

the material sticking. If it is too high the risk of abrasion and 

tribochemical wear increase sharply and the cutting material 

is burnt. One way to ascertain the condition of the cutting 

edge is to look at the width of the wear mark. In a stationary 

range, it grows slowly and continuously. If this range is exceeded 

and the machining enters the transient range, a rapid 

and incalculable failure of the tool cutting edge occurs. This 

happens when the selected cutting speed or feed is too high. 

There is a difference of up to 100 % in tool life between the 

stationary and the transient range. 

It is very important for MAPAL’s area field service to help 

run in processes, to check the width of the wear mark and 

to show the customer when the end of the stationary range 

has been reached, for reliable and optimum machine running 

times. As a general rule MAPAL recommends replacing the 

tool when wear is approximately 0.2 mm. A carbide milling 

cutter can still be reground then, but not at higher levels of 

wear. 

MAPAL has incorporated process knowledge of titanium 

machining into the development of its tool technology. The 

focus is on wear and tear criteria and their influence even 

beyond the most suitable cutting material. To ensure optimum 

heat resistance, MAPAL uses innovative cutting materials, 

i.e. selected carbide grades and matching coatings that 

produce as little friction as possible. The micro and macro 

geometry with extremely positive tool geometries, polished 

The machining specialists at MAPAL provide support with 

innovative tool technology and optimum process design 

rake faces and measures for efficient cooling pave the way for 

cost-efficient machining. However careful balancing of the 

cutting data is essential for the cost of titanium machining. 

Faster does not mean lower costs per part 

When machining steel and cast iron higher cutting speeds 

often mean higher productivity and lower overall costs, being 

made up of machine costs and cutting material costs. The 

machine costs get lower the quicker and more efficiently the 

machine operates. Although the cutting material costs increase 

in this case, an optimum in terms of overall costs is 

nevertheless achieved at a relatively high cutting speed. Conversely, 

when it comes to titanium, higher cutting speeds are 

not expedient. Tobias Gräupel, technical expert Indexable 

Tools at MAPAL, proves this with an economic efficiency 

calculation that optimizes the cutting data of titanium machining 

from a cost point of view. A milling operation with 

a NeoMill-Titan-2-Corner with four cutting edges that machines 

TiAl6V4 with a cutting depth of 4 mm and a cutting 

width of 24 mm is considered. An examination of different 

combinations of feed rates and cutting speeds leads to a clear 

recommendation in terms of the machining values for titanium 

machining. 

By way of comparison, when machining a steel part, doubling 

the cutting speed from 200 to 400 m/min resulted in an 

overall cost saving of 24 % per part. When machining a titanium 

workpiece, increasing the cutting speed from 32 to 

50 m/min results in a cost increase of 259 %. “An increase 

in the cutting speed is clearly reflected in the overall costs. 

They skyrocket,” comments Gräupel. The optimum cost is 

achieved with a machining operation with high feed rates 

and low cutting speeds. If, on the other hand, the cutting 

speeds were maximized in addition to the high feed rates, the 

costs would be more than four times as high. 

further information: www.mapal.com 


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50 years of hard turning with CBN 

1974 – 2024 – half a century – and only one aspect of 

the pioneering work of LACH DIAMANT. 

Today, as 50 years ago, hard turning with LACH 

CBN turning tools reduces hours of grinding time 

to minutes of turning times during the machining of 

hardened high-alloy steels starting at 58 to 62 HRC. 

Back then, just as today, this was a sensation to everyone not 

familiar with the process. However, the performance of the 

so-called »dreborid-B« tools did not only show during the 

machining of steel; time saving and efficiency were also apparent 

during the turning of metal-powder coated wear parts. 

LACH DIAMANT offers a 2-tipped insert, »dreborid-B- 

DUO-power« for all clients, who would like to double the 

fficiency and performance for hard turning. 



further information: www.lach-diamond.com 

New abrasives for complex processes 

At GrindingHub 2024, 3M presented new developments 

in abrasive solutions. From precision grinding 

to finishing, 3M offers a comprehensive range of 

products to increase efficiency, quality and performance 

in a wide range of applications. 

The 3M ceramic CBN grinding 

tools 1PVP show the special 

advantages of 3D printing 

New products 

In addition 3M showcased their new 6JGS/6JGM diamond 

dressing rolls for gear grinding at the fair. Also on display 

were the ceramic diamond grinding wheel 6CVZ D93 for 

particularly efficient grinding of indexable inserts. A special 

The 3M diamond dressing rolls 6JGS 

are a new solution for gear grinding 

The new ceramic diamond grinding wheel 6CVZ D93 is 

particularly suitable for efficient grinding of indexable inserts 

highlight at the trade fair was the additive manufactured 

ceramic CBN grinding tools 1PVP, which demonstrate the 

special advantages of 3D printing such as homogeneity and 

freedom of design. The newly tuned 3M Cubitron II ceramic 

grinding wheel 92VC also impresses with its homogeneous 

structure for improved performance in surface and profile 

grinding. All new 3M abrasives can be individually adapted 

to customer needs in terms of both geometry and specification 

(grain size, type of grain, concentration). 

further information: www.3m.com 


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A new automation solution 

The UNITED GRINDING Group presented a new 

automation solution in the field of tool machining at 

this year’s GrindingHub. The trade show appearance 

was held under the theme “Stay Connected” and 

focused on connectivity solutions. 

Innovations from WALTER 

Numerous visitors gathered at the UNITED GRINDING 

Group’s trade show booth on the first day for the unveiling 

of the WALTER innovation. The covers came off, 

revealing a mobile transport robot that moved autonomously 

between the HELITRONIC VISION 400 L high-end tool 

grinding machine and the fully automatic HELICHECK 

PLUS measuring machine. This innovative automation solution 

under the name “Automated Tool Production” (ATP) 

enables the automatic loading and unloading of cylindrical 

precision tools. The system consists of at least one robot cell 

accessible from the front and a mobile transport robot that 

transports workpiece pallets and individual parts between 

the storage and processing stations. The new system can 

be integrated easily into existing installations, not only to 

WALTER machines but also to machines from third-party 

suppliers. 

In addition, WALTER surprised with another innovation 

and opens a new chapter in the history of tool machining 

by introducing laser technology based on the new VISION 

LASER machine. The main application area for the new machine 

is machining cutting tools with inserts. Using an 

innovative, highly reliable and industry-proven laser system, 

paired with encapsulated optical modules, enables very high 

machine availability in everyday operation. 

Stay connected 

In addition to this innovation, interested visitors could inform 

themselves about the Group’s latest technologies displayed 

on a total of 12 machines from the areas of grinding, 

eroding, lasering, measuring and additive manufacturing. In 

the field of surface and profile grinding BLOHM presented 

the tool changer for the PLANOMAT XT, a unique and 

cost-efficient solution for the automatic changing of grinding 

wheels in this market segment. STUDER also exhibited its 

new automation system, insertLoad, which combines the advantages 

of standardization and great flexibility and enables 

automatic loading and unloading of the S31 and S33 cylindrical 

grinding machines. Adjacent to this, IRPD also presented 

its revolutionary machine development in the field of 

additive manufacturing: the IMPACT 4530, the first industrial 

additive machine tool “Made in Switzerland” which is 

characterized in particular by a high repetition accuracy and 

user-friendliness for the manufacturing of metal parts. The 

machine also sets new standards in its market segment in 

accuracy, quality and scalability. 

A mobile transport 

robot, that brings 

workpiece pallets and 

individal parts between 

the storage and 

processing stations 

The trade show appearance was held under the theme “Stay 

Connected” and trade visitors were also able to find out 

about numerous connectivity solutions. These included various 

digital customer care solutions, the digital assistance 

systems from UNITED GRINDING Digital Solutions, and 

the universal manufacturer-independent umati data interface, 

which can be used to connect the Group’s machines, 

and third-party machines with their production environment. 

Development of the Group’s business 

The Group also held a press conference at GrindingHub, at 

which Stephan Nell, CEO of the UNITED GRINDING 

Group, provided insights into the state of business. Nell 

stated, “The past year was one of the three best in the history 

of our Group”, surprising the audience, consisting of 

invited representatives of the international trade press. Despite 

the challenging economic and geopolitical climate, the 

Group not only maintained its market-leading position in 

2023 but also expanded it. However, the outlook for 2024 

is less rosy for the industry: “Like the entire machine tool 

industry, we also have to expect a decline in sales in the current 

year”, explains Nell. Forecasts are difficult due to the unpredictability 

of global events. “We have little or no influence 

on the external factors that are currently shaping the market. 

Different dynamics within the regions and industries are 

making forecasting even more difficult. Overall, we are hoping 

for an increase in incoming orders towards the end of the 

year”, concludes Nell, giving a cautiously optimistic outlook 

for the future. 

Stephan Nell also mentioned, based on an external market 

analysis, a regional shift in the market volumes in machine 

tools. From a global perspective a decline can be observed 

in China, while the proportionate volume in North America 

is growing. In Asia, excluding China and Europe, the 



relative market volume is currently changing only slightly. 

Within Europe, on the other hand, there is a clear shift 

from the german speaking countries (Germany, Austria, 

Switzerland) to Eastern Europe. Central Europe is only 

losing a little in terms of relative market volume. “As a 

Group, we are also very aware of these shifts in volume and 

demand”, says Nell. “In addition to our traditional home 

markets of Europe, particularly the german speaking countries, 

North America and China, we are therefore intensifying 

our activities in South East Asia and have established a 

group branch office in Singapore. Eastern Europe has also 

moved into our strategic focus. We already intensified our 

sales activities there some time ago”, Nell continues, concluding 

his remarks with the words: “We will gradually expand 

the regional diversity of our Group, which has always been 

one of our great strengths, to remain close to our customers 

in the future and maintain the Group’s stable base. Based 

on how we are underway, I am optimistic about the future.” 

Only a strong Group can fulfill its paramount goal: to make 

its customers even more successful. 

further information: www.grinding.ch 

Innovative transfer of 

cylindrical grinding technologies 

For the Swiss grinding specialist Kellenberger, the 

new production facility in Goldach has already proven 

its worth. The synergies that arise from merging all 

the Hardinge Group’s grinding brands form the basis 

for a ground-breaking technological innovation in the 

field of cylindrical grinding. 

The Hauser high-precision jig grinding machines provided 

the technology. The engineers and software experts at 

Kellenberger used their know-how for the integration of this 

technology into all Kellenberger and Voumard cylindrical 

grinding machines with a controlled C-axis. This means that 

it is now possible, for example, to also grind grooves and 

satellite bores during the grinding process chuck and spindle 

parts. With no reclamping necessary in this case, the high 

precision in the µm range is maintained. 

New graphical mode “gSHAPE” for 

importing dxf files 

The BLUE Solution software has also been innovatively 

enhanced. Drawings of a workpiece in dxf format can now 

be imported directly using the new “gSHAPE” extension. 

The target contour of the workpiece from the drawing is 

technologically enhanced in the OBJECT Guide of the BLUE 

Solution and translated into grinding processes, including 

the grinding wheel position. Drawing interpretation and 

transfer errors are eliminated. This new tool allows for a 

digital workflow from drawing to programming. The simple 

operation of the BLUE Solution is retained. The “gSHAPE” 

function is unique on the market. 

VOUMARD 30 with automation and 

extended dressing options 

The recently launched internal grinding machine VOUMARD 

30 complements the high-precision internal grinding expertise 

of the Voumard brand with a machine for all industries 

whose main focus is on simple internal grinding operations 

in small and medium series. 

The VOUMARD 30 is designed for workpiece lengths of 

up to 150 mm and diameters of up to 150 mm. Depending 

The dressing options of the VOUMARD 30 

cover all kinds of applications 

on the application, either one or two parallel internal grinding 

spindles can be installed. These high-quality internal 

grinding spindles ensure the best grinding results combined 

with short cycle times. They are available with speeds from 

45,000 to 120,000 rpm. Further outstanding features include 

the high-precision workhead and a high-precision X/Z cross 

table. 

The dressing options on the VOUMARD 30 have now been 

significantly expanded. In addition to the fixed holder, the 

standard solution for use with one spindle, a rotating holder 

for CBN and diamond wheels and a dressing bell for small 

diameters up to 30 mm are available. 

The VOUMARD 30 is equipped with a Fanuc 0i control 

system with the latest Kellenberger BLUE Solution software 

generation, which is now standard on all Voumard and 

Kellenberger grinding machines. The VOUMARD 30 can 

be equipped with automation. The special feature: the automation 

is integrated into the machine casing. 

further information: www.kellenberger.com 


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Designed for production 

5-axis machining centers for maximum precision and performance 

With the aim of meeting customer requirements in 

the best possible way, HELLER has expanded the latest 

generation of the F series, which was launched at EMO 

2023 in Hanover with the model F 6000. 

The HELLER Open House 2024 was the first opportunity 

for visitors to see the new model F 5000 close up, including 

its new features and key components such as motor spindles 

with HSK-A 63 tool interface and space-saving rack-type tool 

systems. Due to their modular design, the new high-performance 

5-axis machining centers can be optimally configured 

for a wide range of applications, always ensuring maximum 

precision and performance in the production of small 

to medium batch sizes. 

In the autumn of 2023, HELLER launched the F 6000, the 

first 5-axis machining center (MC) from its new, modular F 

series 1,000 x 1,000 x 1,400 mm (X/Y/Z). About six months 

later, another model was introduced: the F 5000 with a work 

envelope of 800 x 850 x 1,100 mm (X/Y/Z) and a smaller footprint. 

The F 6000 offers the same pallet size of 630 x 630 mm 

and maximum clamping load of 2,000 kg, as well as the same 

traversing speeds and other performance data as the F 5000. 

That is because key components such as spindles, heads and 

tables of both new HELLER F machines are based on the 

same modular system. 

Swivel heads with motor spindles “made by HELLER” 

The highlights of the new generation of 5-axis machining 

centers, optimized for maximum flexibility and precision, 

include the fundamentally redesigned swivel heads and integrated 

motor spindles developed and built by HELLER, which 

are equipped with an HSK-A 100 tool interface as standard 

and are now optionally available with an HSK-A 63 interface. 

The dynamic swivel head with 5 th axis ensures maximum 

machining performance. Its drive is based on a backlash-free 

drive concept and delivers impressive precision. Other useful 

features include an integrated work light and a remaining 

path indicator as part of the SETUP-Assist function. 

HELLER offers a variety of spindles to suit different 

requirements: the Speed Cutting Unit (SCU) in combination 

with the HSK-A 100 tool interface reaches speeds of 

15,000 rpm. As an alternative, HELLER offers the Dynamic 

Cutting Unit (DCU) designed for universal use with 400 Nm 

and 12,000 rpm. Combined with the HSK-A 63 tool interface, 

they reach speeds of up to 18,000 rpm. The Power Cutting 

Unit (PCU) with a 146 Nm, 8,000 rpm gear spindle will 

continue to be available for ultra-heavy machining. 

Robust kinematics, high precision 

Another key element of the F series is the revised drive concept 

of the linear axes, with twin ball screw drive in the 

Swivel head with motor spindle 

Z-axis and a significantly reinforced X-axis. Dr. Manuel Gerst, 

head of development at the HELLER Group, explains: “With 

the F 5000 and F 6000 we offer increased dynamics in the 

linear axes. Additionally we have further reduced the positional 

tolerances with the PRO package. The new standard is 

5 μm. Tolerances on the rotary B- and C-axes have also been 

reduced to 7 arc seconds as standard. Overall this results in 

top marks for workpiece accuracy and machining time.” 

User-friendly and ergonomic 

HELLER’s new F series machines also offer a number of features 

to ensure high ease of operation. Convenient access to 

the work area and an LED light built into the head add to the 

user-friendliness. The new SETUP-Assist actively supports 

the operator when running in machining processes and helps 

prevent collisions between machine components and tools. 

The new SINUMERIK ONE control generation from 

Siemens used as standard offers an optimum working environment 

in combination with the convenient main operating 

unit in console design with a 24-inch touch screen. 

Naturally, existing NC programs from HELLER F and C 

machines equipped with SINUMERIK 840D sl can be transferred 

directly and effortlessly by the user. 

To increase process reliability, the HELLER developers 

ensured free chip fall below the spindle and effective removal 

of chips. Steep stainless-steel covers and a wide chip conveyor 

also contribute to this. 

New rack-type tool magazines with a 

particularly slim footprint 

The new machine design, especially direct chip evacuation to 

the rear of the machine, has significantly reduced the footprint 

of the HELLER F series. As a result it is only about 

3,700 mm wide. Combined with HELLER’s new rack-type 

tool magazines, both machines are still extremely compact 

while offering high tool storage capacity. And despite the 



ample tool space they provide, they are almost two meters 

slimmer than the previous models. This is particularly 

useful when it comes to automating multiple machining 

centers. Four machines can now be placed in a row where 

previously only three could be installed. 

The various expansion stages differ only in length. The rack 

magazines, designed for HSK-A 100 tools with storage capacities 

of 200, 260 and 340 tools, are no longer than 7,000 mm. 

They provide 489 storage positions for HSK-A 63 tools. The 

space-saving arrangement of the tools is crucial to the compact 

dimensions, enabling a high packing density. The integrated 

preferential storage module significantly reduces tool 

provisioning times in practical use. 

What is more, on selected machine sizes and combined 

with the HSK-A 100 tool interface, the preferential storage 

module provides space for tools up to 800 mm in length. Easy 

manual tool loading is achieved with an integrated rotary 

station. It allows up to seven HSK-A 100 or nine HSK-A 63 

tools to be loaded in parallel to machining. To optimize ergonomics, 

HELLER has also designed the racks so that tools 

can be loaded by crane at any time. 

Full flexibility in use: HELLER motor spindles 

The expanded range of spindles is likely to be of particular 

interest to sectors such as the aerospace industry. In addition 

to the proven versions with HSK-A 100 tool interface, the F 

5000 and F 6000 can now be equipped with motor spindles 

with HSK-A 63 interface. High speeds of up to 18,000 rpm 

combined with short run-up times make them ideal for 

machining light metals – for example, complex, integral 

components for aircraft, machinery or vehicles. 

New tilting heads provide greater flexibility 

In terms of kinematics the range will see a further expansion 

this year. As an alternative to the swivel kinematics, tilt kinematics 

will also be available from autumn on. As part of 

this the range of machining units will be expanded by four 

new tilting head variants. In line with the modular concept, 

HELLER will again use the motor spindle variants developed 

in-house. In combination with HSK-A 100 they offer torques 

up to 400 Nm, while the HSK-A 63 versions focus on speeds 

up to 18,000 rpm. 

HELLER F 5000 

HELLER will also offer a FLEX version of the machine without 

the integrated pallet changer. In that version the F 5000 

and F 6000 are approximately one meter shorter. “The FLEX 

version really comes into its own as part of an integrated 

system with external automation. Combined with linear and 

rotary pallet storage solutions, machine utilization time can 

be significantly increased, whilst offering greater flexibility 

in terms of workpiece size and pallet clamping load”, says 

Manuel Gerst. The advantages of the FLEX version are particularly 

noticeable on workpieces with long cycle times, as 

the slightly longer workpiece changeover times compared 

to the APC version are negligible. 

The FLEX version is offered in conjunction with external 

automation. It is possible to add a HELLER rotary pallet 

storage (RSP) as well as a standardized linear pallet storage. 

By the way: automation can also be upgraded on APC 

versions. And for those who do not wish to integrate an 

automation system from the outset, HELLER offers the 

“Automation READY” option. It allows standardized pallet 

automation systems to be retrofitted quickly and easily. 

Compared to swivel heads, tilting heads offer a significant 

increase in flexibility for 5-axis machining. The tilt kinematics 

can also be used to machine recesses and undercuts. 

Head of development Dr. Manuel Gerst explains: “Especially 

for the production of integral components, which are 

often required in the aerospace industry, it is very important 

that the machines used can also machine at a negative angle. 

Mechanically this is not possible with swivel heads. We have 

designed the new tilting heads specifically with these applications 

in mind. With an HSK-A 63 tool interface and a highspeed 

spindle they are predestined for such applications.” 

Easy to automate 

Like the F 6000, the F 5000 5-axis machining center is available 

with automatic pallet changer (APC) as standard. This is 

also the first level of automation of the machine. In addition 

Complete machining with 

optimum cutting performance 

With an optional mill/turn function, F series machines can 

also be used for combined milling and turning operations. 

This is made possible by the high-torque DDT (Direct Drive 

Turning) rotary table, with speeds of up to 700 rpm. In addition 

to conventional milling and drilling operations, longitudinal 

or planar machining of external and internal contours 

is possible, as is the production of a wide variety of 

undercuts and recesses – all in a single set-up. Even cutting of 

external and internal threads is possible. This eliminates the 

need for re-clamping on separate turning machines, resulting 

in improved workpiece accuracy and significantly reduced 

cycle times, especially for series products. 

information: www.heller.biz 


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Luxury for the wrist 

A profitable partnership 

For the premium watch maker IWC Schaffhausen, 

Switzerland, innovations are the basis for success. This 

applies to their own watches as well as to their manufacturing 

process. It is therefore no surprise that highaccuracy 

machining centers from Kern Microtechnik 

dominate the milling part. 

A partnership at eye level that results in ongoing improvements 

in productivity and innovations. Most recently IWC 

invested in five high-end Kern Micro HD machining centers. 

It quickly becomes clear when entering the halls of IWC 

International Watch Co. AG that manufacturing and automated 

precision do not contradict each other but complement 

each other excellently. Because the Swiss manufacturer 

of exclusive luxury watches – costing between € 5,000 and 

€750,000 – masters this combination like few other companies. 

While assembly is carried out by master watchmakers 

in intense manual labor according to the old tradition, 

automated precision-machining centers are primarily used in 

machining production. 

Watch plates are the important basis on which 

all parts of the movement are being placed 

IWC has been working according to this principle since it 

was founded in 1868. At that time Boston-born watchmaker 

Florentine Ariosto Jones deliberately chose Schaffhausen, 

Switzerland, as his location. Heiko Zimmermann, responsible 

for the industrialization of part production, milling center 

at IWC, says: “There has always been a lot of hydro power in 

Schaffhausen. This energy source was reason enough for our 

company founder to build his company here. He already 

recognized at that time that it could be used to operate 

machines, which ultimately led to a productivity advantage. 

An innovative vision that still shapes the thinking in our 

company today.” 

Up to 220 processing steps on a few square 

While IWC only produces a few individual pieces per year 

in the highest six-figure price segment, the Swiss company 

produces tens of thousands of watches every year in the 

“inexpensive” four-digit Euro range. The materials used and 

the number of functions to be integrated, such as tourbillon, 

perpetual calendar, or moon phase display, are correspondingly 

different. 

A total of just ten watch plates with a diameter of 30 mm 

to 40 mm are the basis for all IWC watches. All parts of the 

movement (known in technical jargon as the caliber) are 

placed on them – from the bridge to all the pins, axles and 

gears to the bearing jewels made from industrial rubies. 

Depending on the complexity, 80 to 220 features have to be 

added to the watch plate – primarily by drilling, milling and 

threading. 

Tasks that can only be carried out with automated 

high-precision machining centers to guarantee repeatable 

accuracy, process reliability and an economic process. 

Around 40 to 70 different tools are used per plate. In order 

to limit the number of tool changes and at the same time 

increase productivity, IWC has been using a four-fold clamping 

device for several years. However, still around 750 tool 

changes per day and machine are necessary. 

One must maintain reliably the exact position and height 

during the entire manufacturing process. The required position 

tolerance is < 10 µm, a deviation of less than 3 to 4 µm for 

the X- and Y-axes. There is a tolerance of < 10 µm in the Z-axis, 

referring to the front and back side of the watch plate. The 

challenge lies primarily in compensating for the growth in 

length of the milling spindle, Zimmermann states and adds: 

“The many different speeds and the part distortion have a 

major influence here. We are therefore pleased to have a partner 

in Kern Microtechnik who can solve all these challenges.” 

IWC Schaffhausen, International Watch Co. AG, 

is a Swiss manufacturer of luxury watches, employer of about 

1.500 employees, belonging to the Swiss luxury goods group 

Richemont since 2000. The company was a pioneer in the 

processing of titanium and ceramics and specializes today in 

advanced materials such as colored ceramics, Ceratanium ® 

and titanium aluminide. IWC takes a leading role in the 

sustainable production of luxury watches, sources materials 

responsibly and acts in an environmentally conscious manner. 



Kern Microtechnik, a reliable problem solver 

The luxury watch manufacturer has been relying on the know-how and 

technology of Kern Microtechnik GmbH for 25 years. In 1999 the Swiss 

bought the three-axis Kern HSPC, the first precision-machining center from 

Eschenlohe. According to production manager Christian Indlekofer, what 

was crucial back then was the high precision of the machine, which was also 

proven in a practical benchmark test. 

“In 2015 we expanded our production with the five-axis Kern Micro Vario 

and have always been in close contact since then”, says Indlekofer: “above all, 

the close and steady exchange between our industrialization manager Heiko 

Zimmermann and the Kern area sales manager Stephan Zeller also led to our 

most recent investments – five Kern Micro HDs in the last five years.” 

Before purchasing it those responsible at IWC carried out extensive tests 

with this high-end machining center and compared it with various other machines 

– including the Kern Micro Vario. According to Heiko Zimmermann 

with a clear result: “The additional costs for the HD are paid off in less 

than twelve months due to the higher performance and further increased 

quality.” 

The rear view of an IWC watch provides an 

insight into the high-quality workmanship 

Each machine has an individual fingerprint 

Regardless of whether 80 or 220 machining operations need to be carried 

out – the five-axis Kern Micro HD completes all steps in one clamping and 

achieves an average position deviation of less than 0.5 µm. The max permissible 

deviation of 2 to 10 µm are therefore 100 % guaranteed. On the one 

hand this is due to the hydrostatic guides, the actively temperature-controlled 

linear motors, and the innovative temperature management. On the 

other hand the machine reliably compensates for any changes with its individual 

“fingerprint”. 

Kern expert Stephan Zeller explains what is behind the fingerprint: 

“During commissioning in Eschenlohe each machine ‘learns’ its individual 

thermal ‘fingerprint’ in relation to its specific behavior in all speed ranges 

and under a wide variety of conditions. We save the results in the said fingerprint. 

When in use at the customer on site the machine then constantly 

records the manufacturing conditions, compares them with the fingerprint 

database and adjusts crucial parameters such as the length growth of the 

spindle in the nano range.” 

Angling – productive feature as a result of close cooperation 

The commitment of all Kern employees and the ongoing new developments 

of the machine manufacturer from Eschenlohe impressed Heiko 

Zimmermann and his production manager Christian Indlekofer from the 

very beginning of the collaboration. Zimmermann und Indlekofer are even 

more enthusiastic about the team at Kern turning even individual wishes 

and suggestions into solutions. “We regularly have conversations in which 

we always come across interesting new approaches”, says Zimmermann. As 

the most recent example he cites the new Kern Micro HD’s “Angling” function, 

which has been around for approximately a year. “This option allows 

us to facet edges using a diamond tool – which does not rotate but follows 

the contour – by plaining them, so to speak. This allows us to achieve surfaces 

with a level of gloss that corresponds to a polish.” 

In addition to the software function created by Kern, the hydrostatics and 

the linear drives of the Kern Micro HD are crucial for the successful implementation. 

This gives the Kern machine the necessary stability and prevents 

stick-slip effects, which would lead to visible surface injuries. Angling is important, 

not least because there are fewer and fewer polishing specialists, 

says Indlekofer: “Apart from that, it obviously saves us valuable employee 

time and increases the productivity of our production even further.” 

After adding up to 220 features the watch plates 

at IWC always come off perfectly from the Kern 

Micro HD; before assembly the webs are cut off 

and the edges receive their finishing touch 

Automated machining centers 

run 24/7 

To ensure that high-tech production in 

Schaffhausen runs around the clock, even 

though employees work single shifts, IWC 

has equipped all machines with robot-assisted 

automation and a large workpiece storage. 

The operators set up their machines before 

the end of the shift and only have to 

remove the finished parts at the start of the 

new shift. With the high reliability of the Kern 

machines this works not just over two shifts, 

but over the entire weekend. “More utilization 

is not possible,” say Christian Indlekofer and 

Heiko Zimmermann equally happily. 

information: www.kern-microtechnik.com 


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Worldpremiere 

Unmatched flexibility 

To meet the increasing demands of the medtech industries, 

Rollomatic introduces an evolution of its flagship 

GrindSmart®630 series, which now incorporates a 

6-axis Fanuc robot, offering greater flexibility and the 

ability to load tools with up to 500 mm overall length. 

The GrindSmart®630RW3, RW and RS high-precision 6-axis 

grinding machines are ideal to produce long drills, particularly 

in the medical sector. Thanks to their innovative kinematic, 

these new machine models are perfectly adapted 

to produce a wide variety of applications covering a range 

of diameters from 0.1 to 20.0 mm, for both large and small 

production runs. The GrindSmart® tool grinders range are 

equipped with linear and rotary torque motors that provide 

enhanced surface finish. When combined with the synchronous 

spindle this technology ensures constant rotation 

speed, independent of motor load, for uniform surfaces. The 

use of the same coolant oil for cooling the linear motors and 

for grinding enables high-performance production at constant 

temperature, without additional energy consumption. 

Smart Factory ready 

The new GrindSmart®630 RS/RW/RW3 models are 

ideally suited to unattended production. 

• automatic handling of different diameters 

• Smart Laser Measurement for non-contact 

in-process inspection and automatic compensation 

• SmartChanger®, the ultra-fast automatic wheel and 

coolant nozzle changer 

Efficiency and ergonomics 

This machine is cleverly designed to ensure a minimal footprint 

and low energy consumption. This new machine model 

is ideal for tool producers concerned with their energy 

efficiency and space floor utilization. Equipped with a 

latest-generation console, it is particularly user-friendly. 

630RW3 

Rollomatic Smart Factory – 

striving for operational excellence 

Rollomatic is committed to helping the customers fully automate 

the production by accompanying them throughout the 

process. Maximizing performance, delivering superior machining 

quality and guaranteeing dimensional repeatability 

on small and large production runs are Rollomatic’s priorities 

when it comes to developing autonomous machines. 

To achieve this Rollomatic reduces set-up time by using 

automated assistance to enable the first part to be produced 

within tolerance, automates measurement in production, 

connects machines to their environment and creates 

a reliable network between production equipment, robots, 

and company’s management system. With the technologies 

developed by Rollomatic, combined with the know-how of 

EngRoTec Solutions GmbH, the goal of automating the entire 

production process can be achieved. 

To establish a Smart Factory of this caliber, effective 

management and interconnection tools are imperative. 

Rollomatic has developed two communication systems 

specifically for this purpose. The first, known as RConnect, 

is designed to gather and organize machine data through 

the utilization of the OPC-UA protocol. The second, the 

RMonitor dashboard, offers a detailed overview of the 

machine fleet’s operational status. This equips operators 

with the means to logically and efficiently manage the available 

resources. 

630RS 

further information: www.rollomatic.ch 


Multi-spindle machining centers 

for maximum added value 


Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH (SW) will be presenting 

two innovations at AMB 2024 in Stuttgart, from September 10 – 14. 

For the first time SW will provide insights into the efficient production 

of large parts for the aerospace industry and giga-castings with 

the BA space3-22 at its 399 m 2 booth (B51) in hall 10. In addition 

the world market leader for multi-spindle machining centers will 

present the world’s first machining center for multi-spindle power 

skiving, the BA W06-21. 

Under the motto “best per part” Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH 

(SW) offers multi-spindle machining centers that derive maximum added 

value from manufacturing processes. “At this year’s AMB we will showcase 

how we use this principle to develop future-oriented production technology 

for our customers’ individual demands”, explains André Harter, head of 

marketing and business development at SW. 

Focus on giga-castings und aerospace 

At the leading international trade fair for metalworking SW will be focusing 

on its Smart Manufacturing Solutions for the production of large components. 

In the electromobility and aerospace sectors in particular, the trend 

towards very large components made from a single casting or from the solid 

material will continue in 2024. This allows components such as underbodies, 

subframes or complete battery housings for electric vehicles to be produced 

efficiently. With the introduction of the new, multi-spindle BA space3-22 at 

the beginning of the year, SW is setting standards in the efficient production 

of large and complex components. “The BA space3-22 combines maximum 

precision with short machining times for demanding components, such as 

those involved in the giga-casting of large components in the field of e-mobility”, 

explains Harter. “We have thus further advanced the paradigm shift 

At AMB, SW is the only supplier in the world to present 

a multi-spindle machining center for power skiving, 

which can reduce production times by up to 50 % 

towards e-mobility and established ourselves 

as a pioneer in the machining of complex 

components, such as battery housings.” 

The BA space3-22 is designed for precise 

machining of large light metal workpieces 

and offers maximum flexibility thanks to 

two independent three-axis units in box-inbox 

design, optionally with five-axis machining. 

For large parts, both spindles can work 

simultaneously on a workpiece and change 

tools independently. Linear and torque 

motors in the feed axes ensure maximum 

dynamics, precision and fast cycle times. At 

AMB the company will demonstrate the 

versatility of the BA space3-22 with an underbody 

for an automotive supplier and wing ribs 

for an aircraft body. 

World premiere: 

multi-spindle power skiving 

With the BA W06-21 the company will 

also present a world first at the booth: SW 

is the only supplier in the world to offer a 

multi-spindle machining center for power 

skiving, maximizing productivity in gear 

cutting. Power skiving, a high-precision cutting 

process for the efficient production of 

gears and internal gearing, plays a particularly 

important role in electromobility to improve 

the accuracy of transmission components. 

“The BA W06-21 with power skiving 

technology reduces production time by up to 

50 % compared to conventional processes”, 

explains Patrick Schneider, product manager. 

“Thanks to multi-spindle machining in a single 

set-up we achieve maximum produc tion output 

with maximum flexibility – a clear added 

value for our customers.” The BA W06-21 

achieves accuracies up to quality class IT5 and 

enables roughing and finishing operations as 

well as additional machining of workpieces in 

a single clamping. This effec tively eliminates 

tolerance losses due to reclamping. Dynamic 

travel speeds of up to 120 m/min and a directly 

driven rotary axis with 1,200 rpm also 

ensure extremely short main and auxiliary 

times. The booth will additionally feature a 

simulation of the TopRob6 robotic solution 

loading the BA W06-21. 

further information: www.sw-machines.com 


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components 

Digital solutions 

Perfect interaction for efficient processes 

Digital solutions from KAPP NILES are displayed 

in the software platform KN assist. The digital 

products aim to generate the greatest possible added 

value for the customer. 

Quality, availability, efficiency, resources, user-friendliness 

and service play a major role here. The focus is on the 

core areas of connectivity, production and support in order 

to master all current and future challenges. The digital solutions 

thus stand for a perfect interaction of efficient processes 

around the machines. 

Process monitoring 

Highlights 

reduction of reject rates through 

100 % real time monitoring of components 

early detection of defects -> timely rejection 

of conspicuous components 

process monitoring can be adapted to 

your own requirements 

Transmissions in e-mobility do not only have to be efficient, 

but also quiet. Up to now workpieces with negative noise 

behavior have usually been detected in EOL or in some cases 

on the roller test bench. The common random measurement 

of machined workpieces can only detect individual deviations, 

which later have an effect on the noise behavior of the 

gearbox. This is where the Process Monitoring developed by 

KAPP NILES comes into the picture. 

Based on internal machine control signals and signals 

from specifically used acceleration sensors, characteristic 

values are formed to assess the grinding process. This 

makes it possible to identify workpieces with noticeable 

noise during machining effectively and cost-effectively. This 

reduces the amount of scrapped parts. 

In addition to noise anomalies other deviations can also be 

detected with the support of Process Monitoring in order to 

meet the high quality requirements in the field of e-mobility. 

The data obtained with Process Monitoring can be used, 

among other things, to establish a correlation between the 

processing machine and the transmission test bench or measuring 

machine. This makes it possible to derive further findings 

for process optimization. 

Condition monitoring 

Highlights 

reduction of unplanned machine downtime 

avoidance of unnecessary or premature 

replacement of components 

maintaining production quality by monitoring 

quality-relevant components 

Export functions facilitate the analysis of machine data 

Process Monitoring can be defined as component-specific 

monitoring and evaluation of the grinding and dressing process. 

It is possible to generate an action instruction from the 

sensor signals. Various characteristic values are formed from 

time signals, in the simplest case these can be maximum 

or RMS (Root-Mean-Square) values of the signals. The 

characteristic values are then combined with the known 

project data via algorithms and processed into indices, 

such as a noise or damage of grinding worm index. Process 

Monitoring has interfaces to further functionalities (such as 

part tracing) and an export function for off-machine analysis. 

Powerful IPC is used for monitoring 

Condition Monitoring from KAPP NILES makes it possible 

to monitor the condition of linear and rotary axes with regard 

to wear. The wear is determined by reference runs after 

work piece machining and can be started manually or via a 

timer function. No retooling is necessary for this; the reference 

run is carried out independently of the tooling being 

set up. The condition is evaluated by means of indices, after 

which a prognosis is made about the durability of the axes. 


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Once the wear condition has been transmitted as an index 

per axis, a visualization of the wear progression takes place 

via the HMI. Condition Monitoring has interfaces to further 

functionalities (such as part tracing). 

Digital service – Remote Service 

Highlights 

faster and simpler support and solution finding 

through targeted communication via a ticket system 

(no e-mail traffic) 

documentation, operating instructions and e-plans 

for each machine available digitally and up-to-date 

transparent communication about the 

status of the service request 

With the Remote Service, KAPP NILES provides its customers 

with a self-developed solution to ensure fast and efficient support 

in service cases. The use of modern communication 

technologies enables a targeted and effective solution finding. 

Remote Service offers a wide range of functions to ensure 

the smooth processing of service requests. Customers can 

submit their requests in a structured and efficient manner via 

a ticket system. Support is provided through various communication 

channels such as live video, voice over IP, chat 

and whiteboard functions. This allows problems to be identified 

quickly and solutions to be communicated directly. 

Another advantage is the comprehensive documentation of 

service activities. Detailed documentation is created for each 

machine and stored in the system archive. This documentation 

enables quick access to the service history and ensures 

transparency and traceability. 

The status of the service request and the documentation 

can be called up in real time to create transparency. 

Digital service – Remote Service 

further information: www.kapp-niles.com 

US premiere at IMTS – new compact UV laser 

FOBA will be exhibiting three laser marking systems 

at the International Manufacturing Technology 

Show IMTS in Chicago/USA (September 9 - 14, 2024). 

The main focus will be on the lightweight and spacesaving 

integration of the new UV laser head into a 

FOBA M1000. 

At IMTS 2024 FOBA will be showcasing a full range of laser 

marking solutions, from the largest laser marking workstation, 

the M3000, to the compact M1000 manual workstation 

and the world’s smallest laser marking head, Titus. 

Each laser system shows different application areas and functions 

for efficient industrial product marking, from metals to 

plastics. 

The latest product in the FOBA product family is the optimized 

V series, which, with the 4 watt UV and 10 watt green 

marking lasers, offers higher performance and better precision 

than its predecessor models, but at a fraction of their size. 

The laser head is so compact that it can be integrated into the 

FOBA M1000 manual workstation. The smaller size makes it 

easier to integrate into existing production environments. 

“The new V-Series shows its strength above all in the marking 

of plastics and composites”, says Philipp Febel, director 

product strategy & customer experience at FOBA, “and is a 

sustainable alternative to other marking technologies such as 

continuous inkjet or pad printing.” In contrast to these technologies, 

the marking lasers require hardly any consumables 

and therefore minimize waste and operating costs. 

FOBA Titus, the smallest marking head on the market 

for fast marking in production lines 

In live demonstrations on the M3000 laser marking machine, 

visitors will see the deep black marking of stainless steel 

in combination with the MOSAIC feature, which automat - 

ically aligns the marking – even on parts that are randomly 

placed in the marking field. The Titus fiber laser marker is 

the smallest laser marking head on the market. It is predestined 

for fast marking in production lines and offers maximum 

flexibility in terms of integration. All three systems 

can be seen for live demonstrations at the trade fair. 

further information: www.fobalaser.com 


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Metalworking in transition 

To bring speed into the production, automation 

is essential. Innovative customized solutions are the 

cornerstones of healthy manufacturing in productive 

and economically successful companies. 

At the AMB, the international exhibition for metal working 

2024 in Stuttgart, SCHUNK will showcase a variety of automation 

options, making manufacturing processes more efficient 

and companies fit for the future. True to the SCHUNK 

motto: “Hand in hand for tomorrow“. 

Automation is the key to manufacturing productively and 

cost-effectively despite a shortage of skilled workers and cost 

pressure. But automation does not start in the machine. To 

fully exploit the machine’s productivity potential, it is essen - 

tial to ensure reliability and speed even during loading and unloading. 

SCHUNK, the specialist in toolholding and workholding, 

gripping, and automation technology, offers an extensive 

portfolio of components, necessary for automated 

manufacturing inside the machine, as well as for automated 

parts loading and unloading. At least as important: customers 

are supported with well-founded component and 

application know-how in the selection and construction of 

the individually optimal automation solution. 

From simple tool handling to intelligent machining 

The right automation method depends on various parameters; 

process chains, space conditions, lot sizes and part variances, 

for example. At the AMB SCHUNK will showcase 

diverse approaches of automated machine loading from 

simple entry to high-end solutions. Visitors will experience 

vivid examples of automated workpiece handling with innovative 

handling solutions. The 2D Grasping Kit, for example, 

which was honored with the HERMES Award 2024, enables 

a quick and easy introduction in the process-reliable automated 

handling of unsorted parts. Brand new is the mechatronic 

EZU centric gripper: the robust and resistant gripper 

is perfectly suited for harsh working conditions and handles 

cylindrical or eccentrically positioned workpieces of various 

sizes without loss of gripping force. A variety of communication 

interfaces, PLC function modules and plugins to 

renowned robot manufacturers ensure easy integration. 

More freedom in workpiece clamping 

The company also offers manual, automatic and intelligent 

clamping solutions for almost any application in workpiece 

clamping technology. The existing product lines are continuously 

expanded and adapted to customer requirements. 

For example, with the flexible, manual 4-jaw compensation 

chucks ROTA-ML flex 2+2 any workpiece geometry can be 

clamped. The product range was revised from size 500 mm 

in diameter: the chuck heights were reduced up to 30 %, and 

therefore the chuck weight lowered up to 40 %. This gives 

users significantly more freedom in terms of size and weight 

of the workpiece to be machined. 

At the AMB diverse approaches of automated machine loading 

from simple entry to high-end solutions will be shown 

With the KONTEC KS-H-LH a compact and strong hydrauli 

cally actuated long stroke vise with an overall clamping 

force of 80 kN is launched. Therefore a clamping range of 

20 to 345 mm is achieved with a hydraulic clamping stroke of 

110 mm. Data such as path measurement or dynamic pressure 

can be transferred to the machine control via IO-Link. 

New developments in magnetic clamping technology: the 

proven magnetic chucks MAGNOS MFRS have been reworked 

and equipped with an additional digital feature: a 

new ePaper status display provides the user with information 

about the clamping statuses “MAG ON” and “MAG OFF”, to 

ensure reliable clamping and maximum process reliability. 

Intelligent process monitoring 

There is also news in the field of intelligent process monitoring 

with iTENDO²: its range of applications has been significantly 

expanded. Via the magnetic holder, customers can 

now place the intelligent real-time sensors freely in the machine 

room and use them for tests and process optimization. 

Another hydraulic expansion toolholder is now also in 

the iTENDO² product range: the slim iTENDO² Slim 4ax in 

standardized heat shrinking contour also offers process monitoring 

options in axial and radial fine machining now. Both 

modules can be seamlessly connected with the basic pad 

version for evaluating vibration data. 

Automated and AI-supported 

to the “Healthy Factory” 

These innovative automation and digitalization modules help 

to create a healthy and economically successful production 

process. CTO Timo Gessmann says: “Small to medium-sized 

industrial companies in particular achieve a productivity 

boost with automation which compensates for gaps in skilled 

labor and secures their competitiveness. At the AMB we will 

show ready-made solutions, but also how we at SCHUNK are 

already using artificial intelligence to increase process efficiency 

and boost our customers’ productivity.“ 

further information: www.schunk.com 


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Partnering with Taiwanese specialist for 

hydrostatic grinding machines 

For the first time NUM solutions were successfully integrated 

into a wafer grinding machine from the Taiwanese specialty 

machine manufacturer GRINTIMATE. 

GRINTIMATE is a specialist in the Asian market for hydrostatic grinding 

machines. Like NUM the company, founded in 2015, is based in Taichung. 

The company has gained a name primarily for its hydrostatic cylindrical 

grinding machines, rotary surface grinding machines and wafer grinders. 

How the cooperation started 

Adrian Kiener, NUM CSO for Asia, got to know GRINTIMATE back in 2018 

at the CIMT (China International Tool Show). Loose contact has been maintained, 

they met about every six months and exchanged information about 

the latest developments. This led to the actual collaboration, as NUM had 

significant advantages to offer in terms of automation and grinding technology. 

Especially for their wafer grinding machine. 

Why NUM? 

NUM’s NTC manager in Taiwan, Johnny Wu, knows that GRINTIMATE 

had already tried other integration solutions: “NUM is not the first controller 

GRINTIMATE used for a wafer grinding machine.” Tricia Tsai VGM of 

GRINTIMATE adds: “We also use other Taiwan PC based brand controls. 

GRINTIMATE GTR-wafer grinder already meet the request of wafer thinning 

process (see box) for SiC, Si, GaN etc. However, another challenge in 

semiconductor fab acceptance is the integration of SECS/GEM and loader/ 

unloader system for the GTR, which the NUM system will help to fulfill.” 

Wafers are the basis for integrated circuits (chips). During production only 

wafers with a certain thickness can be used. Usually, before the integrated circuit 

is “packaged”, material is then removed from the back of the wafer. 

This process is called the wafer backside thinning process. 

Automation of wafer grinding machine 

Ultimately, the challenge was to automate a GTR-1215 grinder. Johnny Wu 

explains what the real challenges were: “First, there might be two or more 

robots that transfer wafers in and out (it’s so called EFEM/Equipment Front 

End Module) to the GTR-1215. A special protocol for the communication of 

the selection of front-end robots, the logistics method between EFEM and 

the host machine, the communication between SECS/GEM and the host 

system, and the integration of BC (Block Control) was needed. 

Therefore the controller should be able to receive the signal from the robot 

and start the rest of the process. After the GTR-1215 finishes grinding, our 

controller also needs to send a signal to the robot to ask it to transfer the 

wafer. Developed by the SEMI (Semiconductor Equipment and Materials 

International) organization, SECS/GEM is the standard defining a semiconductor’s 

equipment interface protocol for equipment-to-host data communications. 

Integrating the SECS/GEM protocol was easy because our 

controller is open and flexible. 

Second, the precision of the grind process requires extensive spindle current 

monitoring. The NUM controller can directly collect current information 

from MDLUX drives and then the HMI software collect all this information 

in one database. We also offer special functions for AC grinding, 

which include not only monitoring but also adaptive control of the feed to 

Arger Lee/NUM Taiwan application engineer, 

Johnny Wu/NUM Taiwan GM, Tricia Tsai/ 

GRINTIMATE VGM, Gary Guo/GRINTIMATE 

assistant project manager (left to right) 

stabilize the current. This achieves better surface 

quality and shortens grinding time.” 

Experience from this cooperation 

The project highlights NUM’s ability to support 

GRINTIMATE in the integration of a 

com plete production line for wafer grinding. 

Current monitoring and pressure monitoring 

were integrated and NUM created a special 

HMI for GRINTIMATE to ensure optimum 

machine operation. NUM also provided PLC 

NC machining macros, motor tuning and commissioning 

for this project, a total solution for 

the company, meaning that GRINTIMATE 

could concentrate fully on its main competencies 

in machine and grinding technology. 

According to Johnny Wu, NUM’s NTC man - 

ager in Taiwan, NUM is a renowned name in 

the grinding industry. NUM’s open and flexible 

system makes it easy to access information 

and provides interpolation at nanometer 

level. Furthermore the NTC Taiwan offered 

GRINTIMATE a complete solution, which 

also included adaptive feed control. All these 

features prove our statement: “NUM CNC 

solutions provide machine builders with a 

competitive advantage.” 

further information: www.num.com 


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New cutting parameters AI solution 

CloudNC, a manufacturing technology company, 

announces the release of Cutting Parameters AI, a 

new solution that automatically generates appropriate 

physics-based feeds and speeds for virtually any CNC 

machining scenario, in moments. 

Defining new feeds and speeds for CNC machining operations 

is an arduous and time-consuming task, involving 

considerable manual experimentation. As a result many 

CAM programmers are forced to rely on a “one-size fits 

all” approach towards machining components, instead of 

tailoring specific settings for every toolpath – resulting in 

lower productivity, inefficient cycle times and sub-optimal 

surface finishes. 

Cutting Parameters AI resolves that problem by employing 

models that allow users to easily set physics-based feeds 

and speeds for every unique toolpath in moments, within 

their existing CAM software packages and workflows. With 

Cutting Parameters AI, the largest constraints to removing 

material faster in any unique cut are always visible to 

the machinist, enabling them to take immediate action to 

increase productivity. 

In addition Cutting Parameters AI can provide safe starting 

feeds and speeds for materials and with tools that the user 

has never worked with, dramatically increasing right-firsttime 

operations. 

As a result CloudNC expects users of Cutting Parameters 

AI – provided as a new module of its existing CAM Assist 

solution, which generates machining strategies for 3-axis and 

3+2-axis components – to immediately benefit from instant 

cutting parameters tailored to any scenario, resulting in 

productivity optimizations of at least 20 % in their machining 

operations. 

Theo Saville, co-founder and CEO of CloudNC, said: 

“Cutting Parameters AI is the first solution to automatically 

provide sensible feeds and speeds that can be applied in 

virtually any machining scenario by a user of any ability level. 

It’s a step change in accelerating one of the most time consuming, 

tricky aspects of machining and will substantially 

reduce the time that CAM users spend setting up, while also 

substantially increasing what it’s possible for them to achieve 

with a CNC machine.” 

When making new components with a CNC machine, 

there are so many factors to consider when selecting feeds 

and speeds that determining the best option is very time consuming 

for an experienced CAM engineer, and bewildering 

for someone new to the industry. 

Cutting parameters that are too aggressive cost money 

through broken or worn out tools and scrapped parts. Equally 

sticking to a conservative, safe range of cutting speeds leaves 

time and money on the table with slow toolpaths. 

Furthermore, what are good cutting parameters for one 

toolpath may be less suitable for other toolpaths – but programming 

different parameters for every operation is too 

intricate and difficult for all but the largest batch sizes. Additionally, 

introducing new types of tooling (or materials) 

comes with the overhead of creating presets and populating 

the data into CAM software. 

Cutting Parameters AI resolves those problems by applying 

AI. When using the software the physics model immediately 

recommends appropriate feeds and speeds by combining 

both its embedded domain knowledge and an understanding 

of the cutting context. 

It identifies and models factors that ultimately limit the 

machining process, including cutting dynamics, workpiece 

and tool material, tool holder geometry and surface 

finish models. It then combines machine learning 

models and a detailed three-dimensional model of the 

physics of the cutting process to provide a recommendation 

to the user. 

The user interface also allows the applicable constraints 

to be configured in a flexible and intuitive way, allowing 

the user to rapidly reach a recommendation tailored to its 

specific usage and specifications. 

Cutting Parameters AI is available now as a module for 

CloudNC’s CAM Assist solution, which is available today 

via www.cloudnc.com and the Autodesk App Store. 

further information: www.cloudnc.com 


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ModuleWorks 

2024.04 release now available 

ModuleWorks announces the 2024.04 release of its 

software components for digital manufacturing. 

This latest release of the ModuleWorks SDK contains a range 

of new and enhanced features for efficient toolpath generation, 

ranging from improvements in 2-axis machining to 

multi-axis surface finishing and more. 

for 5-axis deburring operations. This reduces the linking 

motions and hence the overall cycle time for chamfering. 

Rotary machining roughing 

Rotary machining roughing 

Leads for roughing 

In open regions toolpaths often start directly at the stock with 

a plunge movement, which can damage the tool or reduce 

tool life. To address this ModuleWorks 2024.04 now supports 

lead-in and lead-out options for rotary machining roughing 

toolpaths. These additional motions ensure a smooth entry 

and exit of the tool into and out of the material. This is especially 

useful for open pockets, as well as rest machining operations. 

It generates smoother transitions and ensures optimum 

start points on open contours. Tool wear and the risk of 

tool damage are also reduced. 

Geodesic machining 

Improved corner smoothing 

In sharp corners machining is typically slow as the tool has 

to decelerate significantly. This leads to longer machining 

times and poor surface quality. 

The ModuleWorks 2024.04 release introduces a corner 

smoothing option for geodesic machining toolpaths. This 

option improves the surface quality and reduces machining 

time as the tool no longer needs to decelerate and accelerate 

abruptly. 

Deburring 

Corner arc support for chamfer tools 

In previous releases, cutting motions in the inner and outer 

corners were interrupted. ModuleWorks 2024.04 now produces 

uninterrupted cutting motions. 

The algorithm creates a continuous toolpath around the inner 

and outer corners when using a chamfer mill. With this 

improvement, intermediate links are no longer generated 

Existing toolpath 

Custom rotate/transform/mirror sequence 

Previous limitations in tombstone machining meant that 

only one operation could be rotated with a fixed order of 

rotation before any transformation was allowed, and the 

mirroring operation was separate. 

In ModuleWorks 2024.04, the rotate/transform/mirror 

functionality has been enhanced and now includes a userdefined 

sequence option. Users can specify the order in 

which the operations are performed and set up a complex 

sequence of rotate/transform/mirror steps via a tree structure. 

The machining direction for mirror operations can also 

be controlled in the tree. This makes it possible to machine 

multiple identical parts positioned in the machining area. 

3-axis 

3D contact point boundary for finishing 

Current containment options limit the toolpath to the tooltip 

which can sometimes leave unmachined areas. The new implementation 

of the 3D contact point boundary accurately 

limits the finishing toolpath to the 3D containment on the 

part. Users no longer need to recreate the containment or 

manually add offsets, which reduces the programming time. 

It also ensures that the surface is completely machined. 

Hole making 

External thread milling 

Machining external threads on hard materials is challenging. 

The new external thread milling feature allows thread milling 

on external orientations. The feature is especially useful 

for machining threads on difficult-to-cut materials. Another 

advantage is that a single tool can be used for machining 

multiple thread diameters. 

further information: www.moduleworks.com 


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HAIMER tool room now with 

WinTool and Toolbase System 

The Haimer Group becomes a 25 % shareholder in 

WinTool AG and agrees on a strategic partnership with 

the TCM Group, which grants HAIMER global distribution 

rights to WinTool and Toolbase. 

Prior to the decision to acquire this stake in the company, 

WinTool and Toolbase were introduced in the company’s 

own production facilities and tested in continuous use, proving 

their worth in a very short period of time. In the future 

TCM will rely on HAIMER as a strategic supplier in 

the field of tool holders, shrinking, balancing and presetting 

machines in the core business of tool management. 

Tool management is becoming increasingly important in 

manufacturing companies. HAIMER, a global player and 

market leader for tool holding and presetting, has therefore 

been offering innovative tool room solutions since years, 

in which HAIMER shrinking, balancing and presetting 

machines ensure high efficiency. 

At EMO 2023, HAIMER took an important step forward 

and has since been offering its successful hardware products 

for machine tools alongside a powerful digital range consisting 

of the WinTool software, an independent tool management 

system, and Toolbase, a smart tool dispensing system 

with software and hardware components. In order to realize 

this HAIMER entered into a competence partnership with 

the TCM Group, which includes WinTool AG and Achterberg 

GmbH, who have built up an excellent reputation as devel - 

opers and producers of WinTool and Toolbase solutions over 

many years. The partnership has now been anchored strategically 

and long-term by the 25 % shareholding in WinTool AG 

and consolidated by further global distribution agreements. 

This enables HAIMER to offer and distribute both product 

lines to its worldwide distribution partners and customers. 

Offer for digital tool management 

Andreas Haimer, president of the HAIMER Group, explains: 

“The strategic partnership with TCM and the investment in 

WinTool fit perfectly with our strategy: we want to offer our 

customers worldwide a coherent system concept with regard 

to digitization and automation of tool room management. 

This requires easy-to-implement products and intuitive software 

solutions that enable users to increase productivity on 

the shopfloor. With our new WinTool and Toolbase products, 

we are able to offer our customers the most complete solution 

on the market. In a record time of just four months we introduced 

the systems in our own large production facility with 

over 200 CNC machines. Our own positive experiences and 

the great customer feedback at EMO 2023, along with the 

trustful cooperation with the TCM team, has encouraged us 

to take the next step with WinTool and TCM.” 

Software implemented in own production 

As is always the case HAIMER first tests new products that 

they are bringing to market in its own production facilities. 

“We are a manufacturing company ourselves, producing up 

to 4,000 tool holders daily at our headquarters in Igenhausen 

and the neighboring Motzenhofen plant. We also produce 

our 3D sensors, shrinking, balancing and presetting 

machines ourselves. We are therefore also very interested 

in constantly optimizing our tool management.” explains 

Andreas Haimer. 

“We have already been able to reduce our inventories in the 

first few months and expect the investment in WinTool and 

Toolbase systems to pay off within a period of six to 12 months”, 

says Manfred Mayr, plant manager at the Motzenhofen 

production site and a HAIMER employee for over 45 years 

HAIMER succeeded in introducing the WinTool software, 

including the Toolbase dispensing system with fully 

inte grated connectivity to the HAIMER devices, in a very 

short period of time. “The simple implementation of these 

products is already an important initial factor”, explains 

Stefan Echle, head of product management at HAIMER, who 

acted as project manager and interface between suppliers, 

IT, tool room and production during the introduction. “In 

the short time available we entered all of our existing tools, 

spare parts and C-items – no less than 10,000 items – as a 

digital twin in a central WinTool database and also digitized 

the HAIMER application know-how for each job. This means 

that the information is always available to us, regardless of 


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the user. We have also connected our existing large vertical 

lift cabinet systems with Toolbase and put additional lockable 

Toolbase cabinets into operation, giving us a decentralized 

supply network for the consumables in our production.” 

The user training confirmed that the software has a very 

practical structure. “There are no fancy extra bells and 

whistles on the user interface, it concentrates on the essentials”, 

confirms Stefan Echle. “The production employees and 

the people in the tool room working with the products have 

no problems understanding and using it.” 

What are the capabilities of WinTool? 

As a software solution for tool and data management, 

WinTool enables the collection and use of tool, master and 

operating equipment data as well as CNC machine programs 

and processes. Thanks to its modular structure, users 

can “start small” with WinTool, says Stefan Echle: “by initially 

only entering their cutting tools and tool holders. This is 

the first step: collecting and fine-tuning their tool data.” To 

ensure that this can be done easily and efficiently, WinTool 

provides an open database that can be used to import 

existing data from other data software systems. 2D and 

3D data provided online by manufacturers can also be 

imported easily. 

This first action alone provides the user with an overview 

of which tools and sister tools are available in production and 

where they are located. In a second step the user can clean up 

the initial stock and further optimize its tool stock based on 

the consumption determined over time. 

“The respective tool life can also be stored in WinTool, 

which is essential for maximizing cutting tool usage in 

machining”, mentions Stefan Echle, adding another strength 

of the system: “Assembling complete tools in 3D is much 

easier in WinTool than in a CAM system.” For the subsequent 

transfer to CAD/CAM, WinTool offers 25 direct 

interfaces to all common systems – ideal for companies like 

HAIMER that use more than just one CAD/CAM system. 

Thimo Rotter, area sales manager at WinTool, summarizes: 

“WinTool is the optimal data hub for all tool information and, 

thanks to the connection to CAM, ERP, Toolbase, the pre setter, 

and other software systems, the customer has access to 

uniform and relevant data anytime and anywhere.” 

Of course WinTool can do much more, and HAIMER will 

expand its use step by step. The software can be used as a 

library for working materials as well as for CNC data, 

process and inventory management. The benefit: shorter programming 

and set-up times, reduced tool inventory, inte - 

grated documentation and ultimately higher productivity. 

Find the right tool quickly and safely – 

thanks to HAIMER Toolbase 

The perfect complement to the tool management system is the 

smart Toolbase dispensing system, an easy-to-use software 

supported tool dispensing system. “We also have equipped 

our existing dispensing cabinets with Toolbase software”, 

explains Stefan Echle, “and are extremely satisfied. The dispensing 

system saves us cost-intensive processes, such as 

searching for the right tool, ongoing stock control and 

determining consumption requirements.” 

Ideally Toolbase as a logistics module is combined with 

WinTool, as the interface is available and has been tried and 

tested many times. However Toolbase can also be combined 

with other tool management systems or operated manually as 

an entry-level solution. Stefan Echle points out that for small 

and medium sized companies the combination of a HAIMER 

Microset tool presetter with a Toolbase dispensing cabinet 

is a beneficial solution: “Many processes can be made leaner 

and more efficient with slimmed-down management and 

automated warehousing.” 

The Toolbase software allows user access as well as searching 

via barcode, RFID chip or manual input and enables tools 

and consumables to always be withdrawn correctly without 

time-consuming searching. The gains in terms of time and 

process reliability are noticeable from day one on. 

further information: www.haimer.com 

Expanding the top management 

Haimer GmbH is expanding 

its top management 

and setting the course 

for the future: Kathrin 

Haimer, the daughter of 

company founders Claudia 

and Franz Haimer, has been 

appointed to managing 

director as of July 1 st , 2024. 

At the beginning of 2014 Haimer GmbH expanded its top 

management with Andreas Haimer, the second generation of 

the Haimer family, who is now also responsible for the entire 

Haimer Group as president. 

Kathrin Haimer, the daughter of the company founders 

Claudia and Franz Haimer, has now been appointed to manag - 

ing director, meaning another family member following the 

parents’ footsteps. She will be responsible for human resources, 

apprenticeship & training, administration and organization. 

The Haimer Group employs over 800 people worldwide, 

500 of whom work at the headquarters in Igenhausen. 

Kathrin Haimer has been with Haimer GmbH for over 15 

years and has been head of human resources since 2015, first 

as an authorized representative and then as a member of the 

executive board. 

further information: www.haimer.com 


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Filtration in machining processes 

The key to modern technologies of the future 

Success factor machining: from medical technology 

and artificial intelligence to electromobility, modern 

technologies rely on high-precision tools. To ensure 

that they deliver the necessary qualities, filtration 

processes are essential to guarantee purity and safety. 

Visitors to FILTECH 2024 will gain insights into all areas of 

filtration and separation of all types of media. The combination 

of trade show and congress offers everything they need 

for efficient filtration in their processes. FILTECH will take 

place November 12 - 14, 2024, and feature over 560 exhibitors. 

In high-precision machining processes impurities cannot 

only endanger the environment and employees, but also impair 

the quality of the products – this is particularly true for 

metals, but also for glass and ceramics. Filtration processes 

are crucial for product quality and the service life of tools 

and equipment: clean air avoids contamination. At FILTECH 

2024, numerous exhibitors offer solutions for filtration in the 

processing of various materials. 

Among them is EKO PROFIL MAKINA (hall 8, booth 

A13). The company will be exhibiting products in the field of 

machine production, cassette and bag filters’ outer frame 

production lines and inner frame lines, HEPA filters’ profile 

lines, automatic inner frame machines, clinching and punching 

tools and customized machinery for special requests for 

air filters’ industry. The company now serves to customers 

in a factory having 7,000 m² covered area with fully renewed 

CNC controlled lathes, turning centers, vertical and horizontal 

machining centers, and most important, serving with a 

40-year heritage. 

RAMPF Group (hall 8, booth E29) is presenting reactive 

polymers and automated dispensing solutions for filter production. 

For filter manufacturers the company offers a comprehensive 

product and service portfolio for sealing, casting 

and bonding, including reactive resin systems based on polyurethane, 

epoxy and silicone from RAMPF polymer solutions 

as well as automated dispensing systems for the processing 

of single-, dual- and multi-component reactive resin systems 

from the production systems. With materials and processing 

technology form a single source, the company is maximizing 

both the quality of Air and HEPA filters and the cost-effectiveness 

of their manufacturing process. 

Robotek (hall 8, booth F56) manufactures one or two component 

polyurethane and silicon dispensing systems. The 

robotic dispensing system is a sealing, bonding and potting/ 

encapsulation solution for the wide range of industries. The 

standard configuration includes a low pressure mixing and 

dosing unit, cartesian or 6 DOF robot, a dispensing table 

and a temperature conditioning unit. The system is equipped 

At FILTECH visitors will find all about current trends 

in research and development and experience 

a wide range of products and services 

with a sophisticated process control technology that ensures 

dispensing stability. Either an individual dispensing machine 

or up to fully automated robot cells or integrated turn-key 

production lines, their solutions are carefully configured to 

match the customers’ specific needs. 

Somaritek (hall 7, booth P4) is specialized in the construction 

of special-purpose machines, equipment and facilities 

and in the processing of technical fabrics. With core competencies 

in mechanical construction and the assembly of specialized 

machines as well as in process controlling, the company 

can provide planning, construction and implementation 

of tailor-made special-purpose machines all from one 

source. Experts realize projects according to specific requirements 

and serve customers professionally during the whole 

course of the project – from the first draft of individual facilities, 

to the construction phase and to the implementation. 

Over 560 exhibitors in two exhibition halls 

From November 12 - 14, 2024, FILTECH will open its doors 

again for visitors at the exhibition center in Cologne. Participants 

will be offered a wide range of products and services. 

The fact that the demand for new products and services 

remains high is also demonstrated by the large number of 

exhibitors. The organizer is already expecting over 560 companies 

at FILTECH 2024. The exhibition area is complemented 

by a strong congress. Visitors thus not only can 

experience current products and services live but can also 

find out about trends in research and developments in the 

congress area. 

further information: www.filtech.de 


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CloudNC. ......................... 54 

FILTECH. ..........................58 

Fritz Studer AG .................... 38 

Gebr. Heller Maschinenfabrik GmbH . 44 

glasstec .............................28 

Graf, Walter ........................29 

GrindingHub .......................21 

Haimer GmbH .................. 56, 57 

Hardinge Kellenberger AG. . ..........43 

Hartmetall-Werkzeugfabrik 

Paul Horn GmbH ..................22 

Hyperion 

Materials & Technologies, Inc.. . .....29 

IMTS. . .............................36 

advertising index 

MAPAL Fabrik für Präzisionswerkzeuge 

Dr. Kress KG .................. 26, 40 

ModuleWorks GmbH ................55 

NUM AG ...........................53 

Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc ....18 

ROLLOMATIC SA ................. 48 

SCHUNK SE & Co. KG ..............52 

Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen 

GmbH ............................49 

UNITED GRINDING Group ........ 42 

URMA AG ........................ 20 

Walter Deutschland GmbH.. . . . . . . . . . .16 

WEILER Abrasives GmbH. ...........13 

Boehlerit GmbH & Co. KG ...............................................page 13 

EMUGE-Werk Richard Glimpel GmbH & Co. KG ..........................page 15 

FILTECH ..............................................................page 27 

Fritz Studer AG ..................................................... 

back cover 

Günther Effgen GmbH ..................................................page 23 

InovaTools Eckerle & Ertel GmbH ........................................page 29 

Jimmore International Corp. .............................................page 3 

Kapp GmbH & Co. KG ..................................................page 21 

Lach Diamant Jakob Lach GmbH & Co. KG ..................................cover 

Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH/AMB ......................................page 17 

Mikron AG, Division Tool ...............................................page 9 

Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11 

SPR ABRASIVES. ......................................................page 19 

Tyrolit – Schleifmittelwerke Swarovski AG & Co K.G ............... inside front cover 


59

THE ART OF GRINDING. 

BECAUSE QUALITY COMES FROM SOLID CRAFTSMANSHIP. 

Fritz Studer AG, established in 1912, is a market and 

technology leader in universal, external and internal 

cylindrical grinding as well as noncircular grinding. 

With around 25,000 delivered systems, STUDER has 

been synonymous with precision, quality and durability 

for decades. 

studer.com 

The Art of Grinding. 

A member of the UNITED GRINDING Group

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