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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2025

ADVANCED GRINDING 4-5

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NEWS EDITOR:

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KERF DEVELOPMENTS 32-33

AXE & STATUS MACHINERY 34-35

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NEWS 6-7

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The first of 11 large, bespoke Vertical

Turning Lathes (VTLs), being built for

Sheffield Forgemasters’ proposed new

machining facility, has passed a milestone

test ahead of shipping it to the UK.

Page 6.

At its next in-house exhibition, to be held in

Pfronten, Germany from 10th to 21st

February 2025, machine tool manufacturer

DMG MORI will launch five innovative

production platforms under its Machining

Transformation (MX) strategy.

Page 14.

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Manufacturing Machinery World, February 2025 3

ADVANCED GRINDING

ROLLOMATIC GRINDSMART ® 830XW TOOL GRINDING

MACHINE: REDEFINING THE PRECISION MANUFACTURING

OF LARGER DIAMETER CUTTING TOOLS

Rollomatic, represented in the UK and

Ireland by Advanced Grinding Solutions Ltd,

offers the widest range of 5 and 6-axis tool

grinding machines. Indeed, today, more

rotary cutting tools are manufactured here

on Rollomatic grinding machines than on all

others combined.

Sitting at the top of the Rollomatic range

is the 6-axis Rollomatic 830XW machine,

which remains unique among tool grinders

in that it integrates and combines cuttingedge

hydrostatic guideway technology and

linear motors to deliver unparalleled

precision and efficiency in CNC tool

grinding. The use of the same coolant oil for

the hydrostatic guides, and for cooling the

grinding spindle, which is the same coolant

used during grinding, ensures that the

machine is kept at a constant working

temperature and provides a remarkably high

level of thermal stability during set-up and

during production grinding.

Rollomatic’s vision of “Smart

Autonomous Grinding” is to provide endusers

with a fully autonomous machine

capable of managing the production by itself

with very little human intervention. A part of

this ambitious project is the ability of the

GrindSmart® 830XW machine to manage the

offsets to get the first parts manufactured

within specification. Further items are

included to be able to achieve unattended

production over several days within very

tight tolerances as the machine interacts with

optional external robotic and automation

systems. The Smart Autonomous Grinding

program also includes machine connectivity

and communication exchange systems with

other equipment such as measuring

machines, laser etching, etc. One of the

standout features of the GrindSmart®

830XW is its Smart Autonomous Grinding

capability. This innovative function enables

long-term, unattended production with

minimal human intervention. Rollomatics

RMonitor software allows for the fully

remote management of production on the

machine with the monitoring software

available to be linked to smartphones.

The GrindSmart® 830XW boasts a 6-axis

kinematic system, providing exceptional

freedom of movement during machining.

This advanced design allows for the tilting of

the grinding wheels to suit various

operations, ensuring form accuracy within

very tight tolerances. The arrangement of the

grinding spindle axis on this machine

enables extreme freedom of movement on

both sides via a total rotation angle of 240°.

This means that both right-hand and lefthand

tools can be ground with the same

wheel pack.

The hydrostatic system offers a high

damping effect, resulting in superior surface

finishes and extended grinding wheel life.

The mirror-like surface finish, whereby this

is especially important for the flutes of

cutting tools, is improved by around 20

percent on the GrindSmart® 830XW machine

as compared with machines that do not

employ hydrostatic technology. The 6-axis

arrangement, also unique to Rollomatic,

allows for the grinding point to remain

constant during the grinding operation on

tools such as ball nose cutters, those with full

radii and also special form tools. This

guarantees superior cutting tool geometry is

achieved, including a radius shape accuracy

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ADVANCED GRINDING

of under 0.003mm, over machines that only

grind with 5 CNC axes.

The machine can manage offsets, achieve

tight tolerances, and interacts with its own

internally mounted Fanuc-based robotic

automation system, which has a capacity of

10 workpiece pallets with an auto-load

capacity of up to 4,500 cutting tools.

The GrindSmart® 830XW also includes a

Smart Setup Assistant; the Smart Setup

Assistant Function was developed with the

aim of achieving the first ground tool within

all tolerances. The program generates a

grinding path for each operation to be

performed on the blank; these grinding

operations are carried out and then

measured by the touch probe measuring

system, which defines the grinding wheel

corrections before the first tool is made. The

blank is then ground to the geometry

programmed by the operator, taking into

account the corrections required to ensure

production according to specifications from

the first tool. In-process measurement

functions are then made periodically by

either the probe or laser measuring system to

further guarantee that tools remain within

defined tolerances throughout production.

With its ultra-compact 15-station wheel

and nozzle changer, that has a capacity for

holding up to 60 grinding wheels, the

GrindSmart® 830XW offers an arbor to arbor

change time of only 5 seconds which

significantly reduces cycle times and boosts

productivity.

Additional options available on this

machine include Rollomatic’s Smart Shank

Guide which guarantees concentricity of

under 0.002mm for every clamping. It saves

time and boosts productivity, as it is no

longer necessary to automatically probe tools

for runout during setup. Another option is

Rollomatics Smart Steady Rest. This is a highprecision

steady rest for drills and other long

tools. It provides stability for the grinding

process and allows for faster feed rates to be

used. This ensures the repetitive quality of

the tool throughout the production process.

This is very quick and easy to set up and is

highly accurate.

Rollomatic’s commitment to innovation

and customer satisfaction is evident in the

GrindSmart® 830XW. This machine is

designed to meet the evolving needs of the

tool-grinding industry, providing users with

a competitive edge through enhanced

precision, efficiency, and autonomy.

Although designed for manufacturing

larger diameter tools, the GrindSmart®

830XW machine is commonly used to

manufacture tools from 1mm to 32mm in

diameter and with a maximum overall length

of up to 300mm. The grinding spindles

synchronous motor has a peak power of 14

Kw with a rotation speed of up to 12,000 rpm

and with a weight of some 5,500 Kg this is no

light-weight machine. As with all Rollomatic

tool grinding machines, the machine is

provided with all available cutting tool

software that is included free of charge with

free lifetime updates and upgrades and also

benefits from Rollomatics industry-leading

unlimited hours 3-year parts and labour

warranty that comes as standard.

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NEWS NEWS NEWS

SHEFFIELD FORGEMASTERS’

NEW MACHINES REACH MILESTONE

The first of 11 large, bespoke Vertical

Turning Lathes (VTLs), being built for

Sheffield Forgemasters’ proposed new

machining facility, has passed a milestone

test ahead of shipping it to the UK.

German machine specialist,

WaldrichSiegen, which is designing and

building the machines to meet Sheffield

Forgemasters’ requirements, has completed

assembly and Factory Acceptance Testing

(FAT) for the first ProfiTurn 6500/120Y

machine, working jointly with Sheffield

Forgemasters.

The VTL machine is a full 5 axis machine

with a 5m faceplate and a maximum turning

height of 4.7m, to accommodate a maximum

workpiece of 120- tonnes, and has 5 new

inter-changeable machining-heads.

John Cocker, Recapitalisation Machine

Tool Lead at Sheffield Forgemasters, said:

“The completion of factory acceptance

testing for our first new VTL is a critical

milestone for Sheffield Forgemasters and

essentially underpins our confidence in

WaldrichSiegen to deliver the remaining

machines for our recapitalisation

programme.

“Despite the size of these machines, the

VTL has the capability to work to the finest

tolerances and deliver significantly

improved efficiency gains.

“The machine has advanced probing

technology that will improve our machining

and inspection accuracies when machining

large forgings and castings for the defence

sector.

“The VTL underwent highly rigorous

FAT procedures to ensure absolute

operational accuracy before shipment to the

UK and to see a machine of this scale and

complexity, assembled and tested to such

exacting standards, is a very exciting

development for us, and for UK

manufacturing.”

Fully configured for Industry 4.0, the VTL

offers digital connectivity, advanced

analytics, automation, and advanced

manufacturing technologies for complete

integration into a network, which can show

capacity, speed, status, history and

requirements of each machine on demand.

Sheffield Forgemasters’ new machine

shop will cover 35,000m2, housing 21 new

heavy-duty machine tools from Waldrich

Siegen and 9 large cranes to deliver crucial

components for the UK defence programme.

It will be the most advanced facility of its

kind in Europe, providing highly skilled jobs

for decades to come and work has already

started on a 21-acre plot of brownfield land

in the Meadowhall district of Sheffield,

which the company purchased last year to

house the facility.

The company is also installing a 13,000

tonne forging press and ancillary equipment

as it gears up for delivery of civil nuclear and

defence nuclear manufacture, including

supply for the SSN-AUKUS submarine

programme, which will replace Astute-Class

nuclear attack submarines.

Sheffield Forgemasters has 710 employees

and its award-winning apprenticeship

scheme makes up ten per cent of its

workforce, but it also retains 81 per cent of

successful apprentices, above the average 65

per cent apprentice retention rate for

businesses (according to The National

Apprenticeship Service’s guide).

The first Sheffield Forgemasters VTL is

anticipated to be installed and commissioned

in 2027 and the second machine will undergo

FAT in August 2025. Project management,

installation, servicing and maintenance of the

new machines will be undertaken by

McDowell Machining Technologies.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=SPeSioYbVRc

Photo Caption: (left to right); Hobie McGarry – McDowells Machine Tools; Stephen Ashcroft – Sheffield Forgemasters Recapitalisation

Engineer; Chris Buckley – Turner and Townsend Project Manager; Dan White – Sheffield Forgemasters Recapitalisation Commercial

Manager; Steve Price – Sheffield Forgemasters Head of Manufacturing strategy; John Cocker – Sheffield Forgemasters Machine tool

contract engineering lead; Mark McClean – McDowells Machine Tools; Jan – Erich Born – Waldrich Siegen – Sales Project Manager

Frank Schmidt -Waldrich Siegen Project Manager; Jannik Santos – Waldrich Siegen Project Manager.


NEWS NEWS NEWS

TIMTOS 2025 TO HIGHLIGHT RK INTERNATIONAL'S

ADVANCED UK-SUPPORTED GRINDING SOLUTIONS

TIMTOS has been known as one of the leading

global machine tool exhibitions for many years,

with over 90,000 visitors in 2023.

From March 3rd to 8th, 2025, RK

International Machine Tools, one of the UK’s

leading grinding machine suppliers, will support

its partners at the exhibition in Taipei, Taiwan.

“Working closer than ever, the RK

relationship with four key partners provides an

unrivalled product portfolio to meet the UK and

Ireland's high precision manufacturing

demands. If you need components precision

ground, I am sure we have a solution,” states

Simon Rood, RK Director and General Manager.

JAINNHER

With a partnership dating back over 30 years,

long-term partner JAINNHER (booth M0701), a

grinding specialist, will show four machines

from its established range:

Already one of the most popular ranges of

UK-installed centreless grinding machines, the

JAINNHER JHC-2416T CNC7 with a 230mm OD

grinding capacity, the JHC-2416T sits mid-range

of the 610mm dia grinding wheel series with a

405mm wide wheel (wheel widths of up to

610mm are available on the JHC-2424T model).

For TIMTOS, a 7-axis FANUC control will

control the independent slides for feed (grinding

and regulating wheel), grinding and regulating

wheel dressing, + gantry loading robot.

“It is noticeable that in recent years, the

number of installations on JAINNHER centreless

grinding machines has increased significantly.

Often replacing machines dating 50+ years, the

JAINNHER machines provide a more

productive and safer centreless grinder for

today’s workplace”, comments Simon Rood,

Director & General Manager.

Thread Grinding on the award-winning JHT-

4010CNC has a 400 x 1000mm capacity and a

+30º / -30º grinding wheel axis swivel. Equipped

with JAINNHER’s ‘Smart Machine Function,’

the JHT-4010CNC automatically detects and

adjusts the grinding cycle for increased efficiency

and accuracy.

The productive dual spindle JHD-3205IO is

the most compact double spindle grinding

machine in the series and offers OD and ID

grinding to 320mm diameter x 200mm. (6 to

200mm x 150mm deep in ID). Enhanced

production can be increased with a B-axis work

head, allowing -35º to +45º rotation to within

0.003º.

We all appreciate the importance of OD

cylindrical grinding, but without accurate

centres in the component, you cannot expect

accurate OD between centre grinding! The JHG-

1510NC2 Centre Hole Grinding Machine uses a

three-axis simultaneous grinding action,

grinding the crosshatch pattern into 60-degree

centres to 60mm (up to 125mm component

diameter x 2000mm).

PERFECT

Another long-term partner for RK International

is Perfect Machine Co, which will be showing the

latest generation of touchscreen-controlled

Surface Grinding machines at booth I0802. The

new DT controller, which can be offered in sizes

from 250 x 500mm to 1600 x 6000mm, along with

the rotary table and ring grinding machines,

represents the latest in PERFECT's ‘ease of use

HMI’. The DT Series provides increased

productivity features such as automatic down

feed with roughing, finishing, and spark-out

cycles.

“The popular sized, PERFECT PFG-3060DT

will be shown, to which RK has multiple UK

installations of this machine”, comments Simon

Rood, RK’s Director & General Manager.

CNC surface grinding will be shown with the

PERFECT X36H model with SIEMENDS 828D

control, which has 2-axis CNC control and

Renishaw touch probing. The high-precision X

series revolves around a class P4 spindle

providing <2µm runout. Available in 2 and 3-

axis configurations, a programming resolution of

0.001mm is available. With the X Series of CNC

machines, profile dressing, including rotary

dressers, can be offered.

The PERFECT PFG-600R provides high levels

of accuracy and productivity for rotary table

grinding and is commonly installed in the

electronics and optics industry for sapphire,

semiconductors, silicon, and wafer grinding

processes. The machine construction allows for

flat and parallel workpieces, and constant

component grinding sets new levels of grinding

efficiency.

JOEN-LIH Machinery

A recent addition to the RK portfolio is JOEN-

LIH Machinery, which can be found at booth

K0124. Offering additional key advanced

grinding products ensures that the equipment

RK supplies and supports can meet today's

demanding accuracies and surface finishes, and

RK is working closely with JOEN-LIH on several

products.

JOEN-LIH will show its next-level precision

surface grinding machines and advanced CMP

polishing/lapping machines, taking high

precision and high surface finishing machines to

unprecedented levels.

The JL-52CNC HP will be one of the 8

machines on show. This 570 x 200mm capacity 3-

axis CNC surface grinding machine incorporates

a linear drive for longitudinal travel with a

minimum vertical programmable increment of

0.0001µm. This fully enclosed, ultra-precision

machine is used in grinding applications in the

medical and electronic component industry.

With global demand increasing in the

semiconductor industry, the new JL-S12 singlesided

lapping/polishing machine utilises CMP

(chemical mechanical polishing) over traditional

lapping to reduce the surface roughness and

plaranize the component. The JL-S12 achieves

sub-0.5µm on TTV (parallelism) on various

components, including MCD, PCD Silicon, STI,

Optical glass, Sapphire, Quartz, Tungsten, and

other metals, including non-magnetic materials.

The larger JL-D20 double-sided lapping and

polishing machine has a 1420mm diameter table

with 5 carriers that can accommodate individual

components to 210mm diameter (x 10 off) with

component thickness from 0.4 to 40mm.

Routinely achieving between 0.04 to 0.01µm Ra,

and parallelism of down to 0.5µm, the JL-D20 is

powered by a touchscreen PLC.

DAWN Machinery

Another new partner, Dawn Machinery's

Vertical Grinding products, fit comfortably in the

RK product range and can be seen at booth

M0610, following introductions at TIMTOS 2023.

The DN Series is available in single-spindle

and dual-spindle models and offers OD grinding

to 2510mm x 550mm OD / 400mm ID grinding.

“Adding multiple grinding spindles with an

ATC option allows vertical spindle grinding to

offer many benefits compared to traditional

horizontal grinding, including easier loading

and, often, a more compact footprint. Vertical

grinding has numerous advantages, along with

in-process measuring, pallet changer options,

and even routine maintenance costs,” states

Simon Rood, RK Director and General Manager.

The Dawn DN-808F is a dual-spindle model

and will be shown with a vertical and horizontal

spindle. “The benefits of adding a horizontal

spindle to a vertical spindle machine allows for

form and face grinding” adds Mr Rood.

The DN-808F model is mid-range and has an

810mm diameter capacity with a 350mm ID

grinding capacity. When equipped with an ATC,

up to 6 HSK-A100 mounted grinding spindles

can be offered to allow for new production

levels. The direct-drive, hydrostatic rotary table

ensures a sub 1µm runout and offers capacities to

8000kg.

All DAWN machines are built to the

demanding VDI3441 standards, with machines

exceeding the positioning accuracy of X-axis ≤

0.004 mm, Z-axis ≤ 0.005mm and repeatability of

≤ 0.002mm.

www.rk-int.com


SOUTHERN MANUFACTURING & ELECTRONICS 2025

SIGA ELECTRONICS TO SHOWCASE BEST-IN-CLASS

CUSTOMISED MAGNETIC COMPONENTS

SIGA Electronics, part of EG Magnetics

Group, is to showcase its comprehensive

power electronics portfolio at Southern

Manufacturing and Electronics 2025. Taking

place at Farnborough International

Exhibition Centre on 4th – 6th February 2025,

it is the UK’s largest annual industrial

showcase for new technology in machinery,

production equipment, electronic production

and assembly, tooling and components.

SIGA Electronics is part of the EG

Magnetics Group, which comprises six

manufacturing specialists who supply

custom magnetic components for worldwide

use. With over 1,100 employees and

manufacturing operations in five countries,

the EG Magnetics division supplies markets

including oil and gas, healthcare, aerospace,

military, agriculture and electronic vehicle

charging.

This is the first time all six EG Magnetics

companies will attend the event together.

Visitors to stand C70 will have access to the

complete product range from EG Magnetics

Group members SIGA Electronics, AGW,

Avon Magnetics, ETAL, Talema and GST.

The Group’s expanded portfolio supports the

design of efficient power architectures for a

diverse range of applications, including

portable electronics, mains-powered

systems, renewable energy solutions, and

electric vehicles. Furthermore, South of

England-based Avon Magnetics holds

aerospace standard AS9100 and Talema has

UL accreditation for supplying current and

toroidal transformers.

Stefan Ruuth, Group Sales Manager said:

“Southern Electronics and Manufacturing is

one of Europe’s stand out industrial events. It

is the ideal opportunity for us to demonstrate

the cutting-edge solutions our six world-class

partners are producing. We are excited to

meet and connect with customers old and

new to discuss the future of manufacturing.”

Southern Manufacturing and Electronics

2025 brings together over 500 industry

leaders, innovators and experts. The event

offers attendees the opportunity to network

and connect with leading suppliers, attend

technical seminars and take part in hands-on

demonstrations to discover the future of

manufacturing.

https://www.southernmanufacturingelectronics.com/en/

1ST MTA AT SOUTHERN MANUFACTURING

STAND E210

STAND G205

1st MTA, a keen advocate of automating machine tools, regards some

level of unattended operation to be crucial for cost-efficiency and

generating a healthy profit. However, investment in a full robotic

system is not a prerequisite for success, or justifiable in some smaller

factories and 1st MTA, specialists in workholding, ]will be

showcasing alternative options:

As simple as employing hydraulic rather than manual clamping

to actuate chuck jaw closure on a lathe or machining centre.

Using a rotary table to add a fourth and perhaps a fifth CNC axis

to a 3-axis machining centre so that parts can be made in fewer

operations.

Special jaws on a standard chuck or utilising one with nonstandard

features: long jaw stroke, face pull-down, internal

clamping, quick change.

Quick-change workholding for vertical- or horizontal-spindle

machining centres that be easily be adapted from a standard unit to

one that is bespoke to the component being produced. Systems can

be single or multiple and fitted on a rotating axis, allowing multiple

sides of one or more components to be accessed by the cutter.

Multiple clamping arrangements offer even longer machine

running times and less loading time, meaning better repeatability of

component set-up from one batch to the next.

1st MTA is exhibiting for the first time in the UK a range of short and

long bar magazines, load/unload systems and custom solutions

manufactured by German automation specialist Breuning IRCO.

Due to the robust, durable materials used in the construction, the

build quality and long service life are highly regarded.

A wide variety of material sizes from 3mm-130mm in diameter

can be handled up to 6m long (optionally 10m). The equipment is

compatible with many different bar cross sections and is also suitable

for automating mill-turn machining centres, rotary transfer machines

and special purpose machine tools.

Modular design allows for fully customized solutions.

Irrespective of material size, shape, length or diameter, the systems

adapt seamlessly to a manufacturing operation and offer a high level

of flexibility.

Advanced vibration damping built into the barfeeds, improves

reliability of feed, positioning and machining stability. Accurate

alignment of stock with the machine tool and precise synchronisation

of barfeed and machine ensure smooth operation. Feeding of stock is

consistent, resulting in high quality components, fewer machining

errors, minimal scrap. Added benefits: tooling lasts longer, saving

cost, the absence of vibration extends the operational life of the

machine itself.

1st MTA and Breuning IRCO providing solutions tailored to the

user’s specific requirements.

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SOUTHERN MANUFACTURING & ELECTRONICS 2025

A SHOW OF STRENGTH!

MACH Machine Tools to exhibit four bestselling

models on its stand at Southern

Manufacturing.

MACH Machine Tools, part of the Vigilance

Group and a leading supplier of new CNC and

manual machine tools and machine shop

equipment to UK, Irish and European

component manufacturers, has announced that

it will be showcasing four of its best-selling

machine tools on its three adjacent stands (H275,

H290 and H310) at the Southern Manufacturing

Show in February 2025.

The machines, comprising a MACH VS-1 SP

manual mill, a MACH L-1330 lathe and two

models from its popular toolroom series - a

MACH MDS 845-24T and a MACH MDS 900-4T

– demonstrate the depth, breadth and evergrowing

and evolving range of high-quality and

competitively-priced manual and CNC

machines now available from MACH Machine

Tools.

MACH Machine Tools’ overriding ‘value

proposition’ underpinning and substantiating

its presence at the Show is unequivocal.

This proposition challenges visitors to look at

potential machine tool purchases they may

make in the future, asking them before they act

to first compare and contrast them against

equivalent MACH machines; the bottom line

being that they could be paying more for what,

in effect, is going to be an inferior machine.

The ‘why pay more for less’ argument is

direct and unambiguous. Exactly what one

would expect from a machine tool supplier

whose redefinition of the ‘value for money’

proposition has been instrumental in the helping

the company grow and take market share from

the competition in recent years.

Says Dave Andrew, Group Managing

Director, the Vigilance Group:

“We’re pushing the boat out at this year’s

Southern Manufacturing Show.

“Best-in-class MACH manual machines

rubbing shoulders with (two) MACH CNC

milling machines that are both equipped with

Best-selling DN Solutions’ multi-tasking millturn

machine takes centre stage at the Southern

Manufacturing Show…courtesy of Mills CNC.

Mills CNC, the exclusive distributor of DN

Solutions’ and Zayer machine tools in the UK

and Ireland, is showcasing a high-performance,

multi-tasking mill-turn machine on its stand

(C160) at the Southern Manufacturing Show in

February (4th – 6th).

The machine, a DN Solutions’ SMX 2100SB,

is a popular and proven machine that delivers

high accuracies, fast processing speeds and

unrivalled machining flexibility; with its 5-axis

simultaneous machining capabilities it is ideal

for component manufacturers looking to

process complex, high-precision parts in one

hit.

The SMX 2100SB is equipped with the latest,

advanced Fanuc 31i-Plus control and features

two, left and right, opposing 8” and 10” chuck

the, now legendary, DynaPath control.

“It’s a great opportunity for show visitors to

see the technical specifications of our machines

and to compare them against other

manufacturers’ machines on the market.

The MACH VS-1 SP is a manual turret-type

milling machine that delivers high accuracies,

fast processing speeds and outstanding

reliability. A firm favourite with toolmakers and

component manufacturers alike, the machine

has a rigid design and build, and includes many

features (i.e., a Yaskawa motor, ‘Turcite B’ ways,

slideways and gibs, and hardened and ground

table top and T-slots etc.), all supplied as

standard, that are either not available or are

supplied as optional extras on competitors’

equivalents.

It’s a similar situation with the manual

MACH L-1330 short bed lathe. Again a bestselling

model, the L-1330 features a heavy-duty

spindle, a rigid headstock, a Newall DRO and

induction-hardened and ground gears that

ensure high-accuracy turning, whatever

material is being machined.

The two CNC toolroom milling machines

being showcased at the event both feature the

innovative and iconic DynaPath control.

The MDS 845-24T looks like a vertical

machining centre, and performs like one too.

The machine has a 24-tool position ATC, a

7.5kW/12,000rpm BT 40 spindle, and an 850mm

x 420mm table that delivers exceptional cutting

performance, unrivalled productivity and

improved process efficiencies.

The MDS 900-4T is a smaller but equally

capable machine, equipped with Yaskawa

drives and featuring a 4-tool position ATC, a BT

40 spindle (3.75kW/5000rpm) and a 1470mm x

320mm worktable.

The two toolroom mills are equipped with

the DynaPath control which is a powerful,

flexible and easy-to-use CNC system, capable of

accepting multiple program formats and files

via its inbuilt USB, ethernet and wireless

interfaces.

(4,000/5,000rpm) spindles, a 12,000rpm B-axis

milling head, a 40-tool position, servo-driven

ATC with its own touchscreen operating panel,

and a 12/24-position lower turret with driven

tooling capabilities (5,000rpm).

In addition to its rigid design and build, the

SMX 2100SB comes supplied with highprecision

roller-type LM guideways that

DynaPath controlled machines can be

programmed conversationally if required, and

the control boasts a huge 8GB of memory and

10,000-block look ahead capability that help

deliver high accuracies, reliable cutting

performance and fast and smooth 3D

contouring.

Another major selling point of the control is

its industry-leading 24/7, Wi-Fi- enabled service

and technical support facility that enables

remote machine monitoring, trouble-shooting

and diagnostics to occur in real time, resulting in

reduced machine downtime and higher

productivity for customers.

Concludes Dave Andrew:

“Southern Manufacturing provides the ideal

platform for visitors to find out more about

MACH Machine Tools and the range of highperformance

machines we sell and support.

“We urge manufacturers to attend the show,

visit our three stands and then to compare and

contrast our machines’ quality, performance and

value against competitors’ machines.

“We’re confident they will be both

astounded and be pleasantly surprised by what

they find.”

matt@machmt.co.uk

GIVING COMPONENT MANUFACTURERS WHAT THEY WANT AND NEED!

minimise non-cutting time, and integrated

thermal compensation that ensures high

accuracies over long machining runs and

lengthy periods of operation.

The SMX 2100SB was recently showcased at

Mills’ ‘Pushing the Boundaries’ Open House in

October 2024 and later, in the same month, at

Seco’s Inspiration through Innovation event

where the machine’s cutting capabilities were

on full display machining high-precision parts

from tough materials.

The machine will be under power at the

Show, enabling visitors to see its impressive

capabilities for themselves.

Says Tony Dale. Mills CNC’s CEO:

“The SMX 2100SB can help component

manufacturers revolutionise their productivity

and process efficiencies. Visit our stand and

we’ll show you how.”

www.millscnc.co.uk


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NEW PRODUCTS – NEW PRODUCTS – NEW PRODUCTS

DMG MORI TO LAUNCH FIVE NEW MACHINES AT

IN-HOUSE EXHIBITION

At its next in-house exhibition, to be held in

Pfronten, Germany from 10th to 21st

February 2025, machine tool manufacturer

DMG MORI will launch five innovative

production platforms under its Machining

Transformation (MX) strategy, which is

aimed at revolutionising manufacturing

industry by harnessing the latest

technological advancements. It was 30 years

ago that the doors of the group's largest

European production site were first opened

to customers, suppliers and other trade

visitors.

DMU 60 eVo 2nd generation

The DMU 60 eVo 2nd generation 5-axis

machining centre, with its proprietary table

kinematics and proven machine concept, has

been developed further to meet increasing

demands for precision, dynamics and

flexibility. The machine, which will make its

world premiere at the exhibition, integrates

several manufacturing processes including

mill-turn machining, gear hobbing using the

gearSKIVING technology cycle, and

grinding.

The multifunctional machining solution

can be flexibly adapted to suit a range of

industrial applications. Intelligent

automation solutions optimise machine

utilisation around the clock, if required.

Modern control options are a SINUMERIK

One or HEIDENHAIN TNC 7, coupled with

DMG MORI's intuitive CELOS X interface

with app-based functionalities.

ULTRASONIC 20 linear 3rd generation

New also will be the ULTRASONIC 20 linear

3rd generation 5-axis machine featuring

ultrasonic-supported milling and optional

grinding. It is especially well suited to

processing materials such as glass, ceramics,

and composites for the semiconductor

industry. Experience gained from the

installation of 600 predecessor models has

allowed the manufacturer to raise

positioning accuracy to 2 µm in the linear

axes and 2 seconds of arc in the rotary

swivelling axis.

The machining centre is the

manufacturer's most accurate simultaneous

5-axis model. Superimposition of tool

rotation with ultrasonic amplitudes of up to

15 µm reduces process forces by 50 percent

and enables higher feed rates, improved

surface finish and longer tool life.

Future-proof production with the DMX

U series

Based on the proven design of the robust, 3-

axis DMV vertical milling machines, DMG

MORI has developed the DMX 60 U and

DMX 80 U production centres for 5-sided

machining of complex workpieces weighing

up to 300 and 350 kg respectively. With

travels of 600 x 600 x 510 mm for the DMX 60

U and 800 x 600 x 510 mm for the larger

model, the new machining centres cover a

variety of applications, particularly in the die

and mould sector.

The monolithic, cast machine bed

incorporates wide roller guideways,

endowing the machine with 45 percent

greater rigidity compared to the predecessor

series and enabling dynamic machining with

rapid traverse rates of up to 42 m/min.

Comprehensive temperature compensation

ensures thermal stability and hence

consistently precise machining. Linear scales

and direct drives in the X and Y axes

guarantee high positioning accuracy. The

CELOS X app-based control, energy-efficient

operation and numerous automation options

are further features.

CTX 750|1250 for 6-sided complete

machining

A sixth generation addition to the CTX

universal turning machine series will be

another launch at the show. In a footprint of

just 11.7 square metres, the CTX 750|1250 is

capable of machining workpieces measuring

700 mm in diameter by 1,290 mm long.

Twin-opposed spindles, an optional Y-

axis with ± 85 mm of travel and 6,000 rpm

driven tools ensure productive, 6-sided

machining of demanding geometries in a

single setup. The rigid machine construction,

linear guideways up to 55 mm wide,

integrated cooling and linear scales from

Magnescale guarantee positioning accuracies

of 6 µm and 12 seconds of arc.

www.dmgmori.com


Simply Accurate

New auto crowning with greater opening height and stroke

The AMADA HRB series is the latest evolution in hydraulic drive press brakes. The machine combines a new frame design and the solid

characteristics of the HFE3i series, to further improve the productivity; it also features the latest innovative multi-touch screen interface

AMNC 3i with Lite mode. The processing precision enables the production of very high quality batches thanks to the new optional auto

crowning device, at low energy costs and with unrivalled process stability. The range covers 50 to 220 tonnes and 2 to 4 metres.

AMADA UK

Tel: +44 (0) 1562 749 500

Email: info@amada.co.uk

www.amada.co.uk

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CHECKING THE HEALTH OF

YOUR MACHINE

Starrag’s Fingerprint Online technology

determines the condition of spindles, axes

and other wear parts within minutes –

without a service technician on site and with

a meaningful evaluation in less than 24

hours.

If errors occur in the production process

or unclear damage situations arise, these

must be analysed as quickly as possible. This

is a task for Fingerprint Online. In 10 to 15

minutes, the software program installed on

the Starrag machine carries out frequency

response and vibration analyses and a

circularity test. It also records the current

consumption of all processing axes and

determines the degree of contamination and

wear of the linear measuring systems,

counter readings and temperature data. After

24 hours at the latest, the user finds out how

their machine is doing. After automated data

analysis, they receive a meaningful report

with detailed information on the wear status

of the primary assemblies, such as the axes,

drives, bearings and, of course, the spindle.

It’s no wonder that Fingerprint Online,

which Starrag has been offering since 2021, is

so popular. The user can now do what

previously had to be determined manually

on-site by a service technician with the

Fingerprint Online software. All Heckert

machines delivered since 2021 are already

equipped with the program. Older machines

built from 2013 onwards can be retrofitted

accordingly, provided a Siemens 840D SL

Operate CNC controls them. Fingerprint

Online has also been available for FANUC

controllers since 2024. Furthermore, the

software was rolled out to the Starrag

machines at the Rorschacherberg, Vuadens

and Bielefeld sites.

“No additional measuring device is

required for Fingerprint Online. We only use

the already integrated sensors and other

onboard equipment,” says Marcel Weber,

Product Manager of Service at Starrag. They

deliver data that is only a few megabytes in

size at the end of the measurement process.

The package must be sent to Starrag for

evaluation via remote access, e-mail, or USB

stick.

The assessment is automated. Developer

Leon Madalschek explains: “We assess the

recorded values and compare them with

previous measurement results. We have

developed algorithms to analyse the data

and fed them with knowledge from our

experts. This gives us a consistently high

evaluation quality.” Fellow developer Denny

Auerswald adds: “We are constantly

developing the algorithms further,

incorporating the latest findings and

suggestions from all locations so that our

customers can derive as much benefit as

possible from the Fingerprint service.”

On the one hand, the customer benefits

from the rapid assessment of the machine’s

condition. On the other hand, regular

fingerprint measurements reveal increasing

wear, so unplanned machine downtime can

be avoided by implementing predictive

maintenance measures at an early stage. “We

recommend carrying out the Fingerprint

Online service every three to six months;

with its low evaluation costs, it will pay off,”

says Marcel Weber.

The results report, which the customer

receives no later than the next working day,

is informative yet easy to understand. It

displays the results – sorted by

measurements – in various forms. A diagram

provides the experienced technician with indepth

information. The status of the

respective module is described in plain text,

and if necessary, a suggestion for rectifying

faults or maintenance work is provided.

Finally, the display in the traffic light colours

green, yellow and red helps customers

understand the situation at a glance.

However, before the report is sent to the

customer, a service employee checks the

results to make personal contact if necessary

- if urgent work needs to be carried out or if

it is advisable to keep a spare part in stock.

The advantages of Fingerprint Online are

considerable. The customer receives a quick

and meaningful analysis of the wear

condition of the primary assemblies of their

machine at a low cost and quickly. It can save

costs for maintenance and resources and

prevent unplanned machine downtime due

to wear.

www.starrag.com

FANUC UK

STRENGTHENS

PLASTICS

DIVISION WITH

APPOINTMENT

OF SAM CARR

FANUC UK is delighted to announce the

appointment of Sam Carr as Sales Manager –

ROBOSHOT & Plastic Injection Moulding.

With extensive expertise and over 13 years’

experience in plastic injection moulding, Sam

will play a vital role in supporting FANUC’s

customers in the plastics sector to tackle key

manufacturing challenges by boosting their

productivity, enhancing their cost efficiency,

and delivering exceptional and repeatable

quality.

“I'm delighted to be joining a world-class

machinery manufacturer at FANUC UK,”

says Sam. “The ROBOSHOT injection

moulding machine is unmatched in its

precision, speed and reliability across

multiple industries. I look forward to

meeting existing customers and new

prospects soon.”

For FANUC UK, Sam’s appointment

underlines the company’s commitment to

supporting the wider plastics sector through

automation. “We are actively building on the

strong foundations we already have in place

within the injection moulding market to

prepare for the next phase of growth in this

area, helping plastics firms across all sectors

to become more efficient and profitable,”

says Andy Armstrong, FANUC UK’s Vice

Managing Director and Head of ROBOSHOT

European Sales.

“Investing in talented experts such as Sam

is key to this, and will enable us to help

companies to increase their productivity and

become more energy and cost efficient

throughout 2025 and beyond,” he continues.

“We’re confident that Sam’s skills, passion

and forward-thinking approach will bring

tremendous value to our team and our

customers alike, helping us to drive

excellence in the world of plastic injection

moulding.”

www.fanuc.eu/uk/en


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NEW FIBRE LASER MACHINES FROM NUKON BRING

HIGH QUALITY LASER CUTTING TO EVEN WIDER

SUBCONTRACTOR MARKET

A new range of flat-bed fibre laser cutting

machines from Nukon Lasers UK is making

high-quality, high-performance laser cutting

accessible to even more subcontractors and

manufacturers wanting to laser-cut in-house.

Called the Nukon Cross Series, the new

machines have been designed with a strong

focus on productivity. They provide

powerful 2D flat sheet metal cutting

capability and are available with bed sizes of

3 m x 1.5 m, 4 m x 2 m, and 6 m x 2 m.

Depending on requirement, they can be

specified with power options from as little as

SETTING NEW STANDARDS IN THE

MACHINING OF LONG AND HEAVY

WORKPIECES

Nagel introduces the high-performance

vertical honing machines VL 15 and VL 30,

designed specifically for machining long

steel tubes, piston rods, and other heavy

workpieces with standard lengths of up to

3,800 mm and diameters of up to 350 mm.

Custom stroke lengths are also available

upon thorough evaluation. These machines

establish new benchmarks in precision and

machining efficiency.

The Nagel VL series combines userfriendly

operation, powerful drives, and a

stable, robust design. Installed over a

working trench, the machines enable

workpieces to be accessed both above and

below floor level. This ensures ground-level

accessibility to the working areas, enhancing

workshop flexibility.

With the VL 15 and VL 30, high material

removal rates can be achieved in short cycle

times while maintaining tight dimensional

tolerances and geometrically precise bore

shapes. These machines also deliver

exceptional surface finishes, even on

workpieces with rough pre-machining,

meeting the stringent quality demands of

various industries.

The VL series is also suitable for external

machining, where the workpiece is mounted

on the honing spindle, which performs both

vertical and radial honing movements. This

significantly extends the lifespan of sleeves

and sealing elements, as the machining

marks are oriented axially.

Equipped with an advanced automatic

measurement system, the machines achieve

shut-off accuracy of 0.01 mm, even when

machining long tubes with material

allowances of up to 1.0 mm. This ensures

consistently high manufacturing quality

while minimizing operator effort.

Nagel honing machines are indispensable

for companies prioritizing top precision and

efficiency. The compact design of the VL

series saves valuable floor space while

delivering the stability required for

machining large and heavy workpieces. They

are the perfect solution for industries relying

on cutting-edge technology in heavy

machining.

With the VL 15 and VL 30 vertical honing

machines, Nagel offers a forward-thinking

solution that not only enhances production

quality but also reduces production costs—a

clear competitive advantage in an

increasingly demanding market.

www.nagel.com

2 kW, right up to 30 kW for the most

challenging of laser-cutting applications.

High-spec optional features are equally

impressive. Depending on model, buyers can

choose from state-of-the-art American-made

nLIGHT fibre lasers or robust Raycus fibre

lasers. Advanced Lantek Expert CAD/CAM

nesting software can also be specified, as can

CutLine programmable beam-shaping

technology (for nLIGHT models).

Other options include automatic nozzle

cleaning, cut detection, piercing sensing, and

automatic nozzle changing – all technologies

to help ensure businesses are competitive in

today’s commercial environment. Cross

Series machines have also been designed to

integrate with the full range of Nukon

automation systems, for huge productivity

benefits with minimal manning levels.

“Through the new Cross Series, we are

making high-quality, highly reliable

European-built Nukon fibre laser cutting

machines accessible to even more UK

manufacturers and subcontractors – all with

uncompromising levels of aftersales support

from the Nukon Lasers UK team,” says

Nukon Lasers

UK’s sales director, Steve Haddrell. “The

Cross shares the DNA of the massively

popular NF Pro model it replaces, but has

been designed to take the next step, offering

blistering performance and efficient design,

at a highly accessible price point.

“Nukon has always taken pride in

building exceptional quality 2D, 3D and tube

fibre laser machines at prices which compare

extremely favourably to other European

brands,” continues Steve Haddrell. “In

launching the new Cross Series, Nukon is

providing a genuine high-quality alternative

for organisations that may otherwise

consider looking further afield for an

affordable laser-cutting machine. Cross

Series machines may be more priceaccessible

than other models in the Nukon

range, but they are built to the same exacting

standards and will easily exceed the

requirements of many subcontractors and inhouse

manufacturing centres. Depending on

workflow, in reduced outsourcing costs

alone, a Nukon Cross Series machine should

typically pay for itself over a couple of years,

but will work reliably in your business for

many, many more.”\

www.nukonlasers.co.uk


Tel: +44 (0) 161 330 4242

Fax: + 44 (0) 161 343 1347

Email: hq@newcentury.co.uk

www.newcentury.co.uk

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bore, Fanuc 31i, 760mm max dia. 1540mm max length. £P.O.A.

Doosan NHP 5000 Horizontal machining centre, New 2021, Fanuc

31i - Model B CNC, 15000rpm spindle, twin pallet 500 x 500mm, B

axis, X=730 Y=730 Z=880mm capacity.

£P.O.A.

Matsuura MAM72-35V Vertical machining

centre, 5 axis simultaneous, G-Tech 31iB

CNC, 15000rpm, 130mm diameter table, 32

pallets, 240 ATC, X=550 Y=440 Z=580mm

B, C axis. £P.O.A.

Haas ST10Y CNC lathe, New 2020, C axis,

Y axis, milling, tailstock, 44mm bore,

tooling, 173mm cutting diameter, 406mm

max length, swarf conveyor. £P.O.A.

Okuma GENOS M460V-5AX 5 axis vertical

machining centre, New 2021, 150hours, full

simultaneous 5 axis, 400mm dia table,

BT40, speeds to 15000rpm, X=762 Y=460

Z=460mm.

£P.O.A.

Okuma Twin Star LT 200-MY CNC lathe,

Twin turret, twin spindle, milling, Y axis,

52mm bore, 210mm max dia, 500mm max

length, tooling, swarf con, parts con, mist

collector.

£P.O.A.

Chiron DZ 15 W Magnum HS twin spindle, twin

pallet, New 2015, very little use, Fanuc Series

31i-model B5, HSK63, 12000rpm, X=630

Y=400 Z=360mm, swarf con, through spindle

coolant, paper coolant clarifier. £P.O.A.

Hardinge Bridgeport 5AX – 500 vertical

machining centre 5 axis, Heidenhain

TNC530, full simultaneous 5 axis, 280mm

diameter table, 12000rpm, BT40, X=700

Y=590 Z=430mm C= 0.001. £P.O.A.

Tel: +44 (0) 161 330 4242 Fax: +44 (0) 161 343 1347

Email: hq@newcentury.co.uk Website: www.newcentury.co.uk

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TRIO OF ULTRA COMPACT SENSORS RAISE THE BAR

FOR MEASURING TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE AND

CONDUCTIVITY

If your processing application requires

pressure, temperature or conductivity

sensing, or perhaps a combination of all of

these critical measurement and monitoring

functions, sensor specialist BAUMER offers

the unique benefits of their ’50 Series’. The

sensors included in new 50 series will enable

you to achieve your process automation

goals by providing best-in-class performance

ensuring maximum efficiency and

sustainability.

This range of sensors comprises the

PP56H / PP56 a high precision pressure

sensor with flush membrane and

touchscreen, the PT55H / PT55 ultracompact

RTD temperature sensor with a

wide measuring range and the PAC50H

/PAC50S conductivity sensor with an

extremely fast response time. Let’s take a

closer look at the features and benefits of

these sensors.

When a process application requires the

need to measure pressure precisely and

reliably across a range of different media, the

PP56H and PP56 sensors are regarded as

‘best-in-class’ by providing the combination

A little over 12 months since launching its

new bend tooling service, Unison Ltd,

manufacturers of tube and pipe bending

machinery, has invested further to meet the

increasing demand for its consumable and

high-precision bend tools from customers

around the world.

Introduced in 2023, following the creation

of a £1 million bend tooling centre at the

company’s Scarborough HQ, the aim of the

service was to extend Unison’s already

comprehensive tooling offering. Equipped

with the latest manufacturing technologies, it

has brought greater convenience to Unison

customers, while also giving users of other

makes of tube bending machines rapid access

to Unison’s high-quality consumable and

long-life products.

“Since commencing the new tooling

service, uptake has been phenomenal,”

comments Unison’s Sales Applications

Engineer, Luke Gibson. “So much so, we

have just invested a further £750,000 in

specialist bend tooling machinery to further

increase our manufacturing capability. At

full capacity, we can produce hundreds of

individual tooling items each day, all ready

for shipping. Fully tailored tooling

of precise and active temperature

compensation. This means they are ideal for

demanding hygienic and other similar

industrial applications, such as hydrostatic

level detection, pressure monitoring and

measurement.

If your application would benefit from an

ultra-compact RTD fast and reliable

temperature sensor with a large measuring

range, the PT55H and PT55 sensors are ideal.

These sensors feature the largest measuring

range in their class (-50 to 250ºC) and when

installed in parallel they provide extremely

fast response times. Whether for process

agreements are prepared for customers to

ensure the tooling they require is always

available, while some £200,000 worth of

tooling, including mandrel balls and wiper

dies, is held in stock for immediate dispatch.

By holding pre-agreed stocks of

consumable tooling on behalf of its

temperature monitoring in food and

pharmaceutical plants, for cooling circuit

control in machines or for temperature

measurement in industrial water treatment

plants, the PT55 sensors are the perfect

match.

Finally for conductivity sensing

applications which would benefit from

extremely fast and precise media detection,

the PAC50H and PAC50S sensors are ideal.

This sensor has the fastest response time in

its class of (15 seconds) along with very high

accuracy. These food-safety sensors feature

an ultra-compact, one-piece hygienic design,

with wetted parts made of PEEK and have

certification in accordance with all current

food safety standards, so they are also ideal

for hygienic, pharmaceutical and other

similar applications.

All three sensors in the 50 series feature

the same sensor head along with the unique

and simple operating concept via

touchscreen, which means the operation is

the same for all three sensors, so simplifies

configuration, integration and operation.

www.baumer.com/gb/en/

UNISON FURTHER INVESTS IN BEND TOOLING

MANUFACTURING CAPABILITY TO MEET GROWING

GLOBAL DEMAND

customers, Unison ensures much faster

delivery times than for tooling that is made

to order. Unison’s consumable tooling

agreements enable customers to minimise

the volume of tooling they would typically

keep on site and benefit from the associated

cost savings. On-demand, next day and

scheduled deliveries eliminate the risk of a

tooling shortage stopping production and

provide the opportunity to standardise

tooling across different manufacturing sites.

As part of the service, Unison also offers

volume discounts and the convenience of

easy budgeting through regular payment

plans.

“Regardless of a customer’s consumable

bend tool requirements, be it wiper dies,

mandrel balls or other goods, we’ll create an

agreement that meets their needs perfectly,”

adds Luke Gibson. “No matter where a

customer is based, we’ll hold ample stocks of

the bend tools they frequently require at one

of our UK, USA or partner facilities around

the world, for dispatch as and when they’re

needed.”

www.unisonltd.com


AIM CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF SUCCESS WITH

PSL DATATRACK

In 2024, Automatic Industrial Machines Ltd

(AIM) celebrates a significant milestone – 25

years of partnership with PSL Datatrack, a

UK-based provider of production control

software for subcontract precision engineers.

This enduring collaboration has transformed

AIM’s operations, propelling the company

towards excellence in the aerospace industry

and beyond.

Before embracing PSL Datatrack, AIM

navigated its operations using manual

systems for a quarter of a century. However,

as the business expanded and more

machinery was introduced, managing a

growing volume of active orders became a

daunting challenge. “The need for efficient

production control and enhanced traceability

became increasingly apparent,” reflects Rob

Kendall, Managing Director of AIM.

Established just over 50 years ago, AIM

boasts an impressive array of approvals from

aerospace industry giants such as Airbus UK,

Hamble Aerostructures, GKN Aerospace and

BAE Systems, as well as being AS9100 and

ISO 9001 accredited. With a workforce of 30

dedicated professionals it also serves the

motorsport, automotive and food processing

machinery industries and is involved in

research and development (R&D) projects.

The company’s strengths lie in precision

machining, steadfast adherence to quality

and the ability to tackle complex projects

with an extensive machinery arsenal. This

comprises of 35 machines, including CNC

machining & turning centres and manual

cylindrical & surface grinders, as well as a

number of cutting-edge automation systems.

A double-decker with 33 pallets, feeding a 5-

axis machining centre, was the first of its

kind in the country.

AIM’s quest for a solution to streamline

its production, all those years ago, led them

to PSL Datatrack and the subsequent

implementation was driven by a pivotal

meeting which included PSL’s now-

Managing Director, Geoff Gartland. “Our

aim was and still is to help our users

streamline their entire production process,

covering all the steps required to win and

manufacture a job whilst saving them

administration time and costs,” explains

Geoff.

Recognising the unique needs of AIM as

pioneers in the aerospace sector, PSL

Datatrack emerged as the preferred choice as

a result of its willingness to tailor the system

to suit AIM’s specific requirements. “PSL

Datatrack listened to us and were willing to

make the changes that we needed. That

approach has continued into the present

day,” comments Rob.

That move to a designated production

control system was a significant leap forward

for AIM. Comprehensive training facilitated

a smooth implementation process, whilst the

support from PSL Datatrack ensured any

queries were swiftly addressed. Despite the

ever-changing high precision manufacturing

industry and technological advancements,

various departments including management,

quality assurance, accounts, inspection and

stores continue to seamlessly utilise the

software 25 years on.

AIM quickly noticed heightened

efficiency and productivity gains as a result

of the investment. Enhanced information

sharing, streamlined processes from

quotation to invoice and comprehensive

traceability have streamlined audits and

empowered the business to manage a much

larger volume of orders to this day. “Between

PSL Datatrack and ongoing investment in

automation systems, there has been terrific

growth over the years,” Rob remarks.

Rob also comments that AIM’s quoting

success rate has drastically improved as a

result of using PSL Datatrack. The system’s

Quotations module is effectively the software

equivalent of setting a machine tool – once

the production process, materials, tooling

and any subcontract work required have

been detailed here, the information can be

reused throughout the rest of the system to

reduce the manual retyping of data and

possible human error.

“We had been quoting some customers

with a very low success rate. PSL Datatrack

helped us make the decision to stop

performing work for some of them and use

our time more wisely on developing existing

and new clients,” continues Rob.

Looking ahead, AIM envisions further

integration of PSL Datatrack modules

including the Sequential Scheduler, which

ensures works orders are correctly

prioritised and materials available, and Shop

Floor Data Collection (SFDC), which records

shop floor activity for comparison to

quotations supported by barcoded process

layouts and scanners. The addition of live

Status Boards will further improve

performance and communication across the

organisation, reinforcing AIM’s commitment

to excellence.

“As AIM commemorates 25 years of

partnership with PSL Datatrack, its journey

stands as a testament to the transformative

impact of production control software in the

subcontract precision engineering industry.

With unwavering support and unparalleled

customer service, PSL Datatrack continues to

be a trusted supplier, powering AIM towards

greater heights of success,” says Rob.

“The system has served us very well over

the years. PSL Datatrack’s customer service

has been second to none, with fantastic

support provided for any questions that we

have,” concludes Rob. Whilst Automatic

Industrial Machines Ltd embarks on the next

phase of its journey, the anniversary of its

investment in PSL Datatrack serves as a

reminder of the enduring values of

partnership and innovation in

manufacturing.

www.psldatatrack.com



ROCOL LAUNCHES ‘NEXT-GENERATION CUTTING FLUID’

One of the leading industrial lubricants

manufacturer ROCOL has launched a new

metalworking cutting fluid product to help

customers improve efficiency and cut costs.

TRI-Logic ATi has eliminated all previous

rework and scrap incurred due to corrosion

and staining on complex automotive

components when cutting sensitive

aluminium grades even after 100 hours of

continuous machining.

Lights out machining can result in the

metal surfaces discolouring and staining. The

same high-pressure systems on long

continuous run times greatly increase the

risk of foaming and machine cutouts. With

ATi, this all disappears for end-users.

The removal of staining has saved

machine shops expensive man hours from

having to rework parts, or worse case

scrappage and missed delivery deadlines.

Furthermore, the optimised chemistry of

Tri-Logic ATi now means that end-users can

cut aluminium, titanium and stainless steel

from one single sump.

Tri-Logic ATi achieves this without using

the traditional boron, chlorine and secondary

amine chemistries, and it is completely free

from petroleum oils. As a result, our product

has zero hazard labelling, meaning it is both

operator and environmentally friendly.

Field trials at Brown and Holmes

Tamworth Limited have delivered

outstanding results with very positive

feedback versus the traditional

metalworking fluids used previously.

Jamie Barton, Product Sales Manager at

Brown and Holmes added: “We’ve been

working with ROCOL as a supplier for nine

years now and continue to be impressed by

their expert service and products. They beat

our previous supplier on costs, service and

sustainability with the team available on

demand for any issues.

“We’ve been trialling the ATi product in

our new filtration system and the early

results are absolutely superb. There has been

brilliant tramp oil separation, the process has

been a lot more efficient, and the cleanliness

of the coolant filtrating through the machine

is really positive too. We’re machining a

multitude of materials, including aluminium,

titanium alloys, steel and stainless steel and

the product has performed well on all of

them.”

ROCOL chemists place this product

under its next generation of fluids and Tri-

Logic ATi is a clear step change in technology

and performance compared to what is

available on the market today.

Tri-Logic ATi and subsequent products in

the Tri-Logic range will ensure their

customers can substantially increase their

tool life while improving on surface finish.

Matthew Broderick, Product Manager at

ROCOL, says: “We are excited to introduce

the next generation of metalworking cutting

fluids suitable for the aerospace and

motorsport industries. TRI-Logic ATi will

raise the bar on what a customer expects

from the performance levels of their cutting

fluid and is another example of our proud

history in product innovation.

“For ROCOL, maintaining quality is at the

heart of our sustainability approach.

Through minimising waste and optimising

material use, we can help customers drive

long-term value. Today’s announcement is

further proof that ROCOL is a market leader

in offering customers more sustainable

solutions.”

“TRI-Logic ATi sets a new standard in

premium performance, delivering

unparalleled quality and efficiency that our

customers can rely on.”

https://info.rocol.com/cutting-fluidtrilogic-ati

WALTER PRESENTS DOUBLE-SERRATED GD

GROOVING SYSTEM

With the new Groov·tec GD 5011-P

grooving system and the GD26 cutting

inserts, Walter offers a new platform for

parting off, grooving, copy turning and

groove turning. The system, consisting of

toolholder and two-edged indexable inserts,

is characterised by a patented doubleserration

profile.

The innovative serration profile ensures

an extremely stable, positive-locking

connection between the robust tool body and

the indexable insert. This connection reliably

absorbs lateral forces and prevents the

cutting insert from being pushed out to the

side. This is particularly beneficial when

groove turning, widening grooves,

chamfering, copy turning and parting off.

The precision-fit serration between the

cutting insert and toolholder not only

provides maximum stability and minimises

wear, but it also achieves a longer cutting

insert tool life. Furthermore, it extends the

service life of the tool support by up to 50%.

Extensive field tests with customers

showed that the Groov·tec GD grooving

system can be used with significantly higher

cutting parameters due to the innovative

serration profile and the optional precision

cooling. This, in turn, increases the

throughput and productivity. Walter offers

Groov·tec GD in shank sizes from 16 to

25mm (5/8 to 1") with insert widths from 2.5

to 6.0mm – for flexible use in a wide

application range.

Another special feature is the new

Tiger·tec® Gold indexable inserts that have

been specifically developed for grooving.

The four PVD and three CVD grades also

play a part in making the system suitable for

universal applications in steel, stainless steel,

difficult-to-cut materials and cast iron

materials. This makes the grooving system

ideal for applications where high process

reliability and precision are required, such as

highly automated production or large batch

production runs. And that's not all;

manufacturers can benefit from 30 to 150%

longer tool life than standard systems with

prismatic clamping.

www.walter-tools.com



PTG HOLROYD PRECISION LAUNCHES ULTRA-HIGH-

PERFORMANCE, ULTRA-VERSATILE, LARGE-CAPACITY

HELICAL PROFILE GRINDING MACHINE

UK-based PTG Holroyd Precision has

launched what it believes to be the world’s

most versatile, ultra-high-performance

machine for precision grinding the helical

profiles that are used across the air and

refrigeration compressor industry.

Called the HG500, the machine has been

developed to meet the needs of

manufacturers with varying production

requirements, including some of the largest

helical rotors used in refrigeration and aircompressor

manufacturing. The HG500 will

rough- and finish-grind rotors of as little as

50 mm in diameter, right up to a maximum

510 mm in diameter, 130 mm profile depth

and 1,500 kg in weight.

“Talking to customers following the

recent upgrade to our highly successful TG

Series of thread grinding machines, we

realised that a very real demand also existed

for a new large-capacity helical rotor

grinding machine,” says PTG Holroyd’s

Sales Director, Mark Curran. “Through the

HG500, we have not only built a machine

that is able to produce a wide variety of rotor

sizes but, more importantly, one that can also

accommodate the largest, most energy

efficient helical profiles.”

When specified in standard form, the

HG500 can utilise either a 500 mm vitrified

dressable aluminium oxide grinding wheel

for maximum flexibility in production

strategies and product development, or use

plated CBN roughing and finishing wheels

for cost-effective volume production.

Alternatively, for manufacturers who

precision-grind the largest of helical

components, a 600 mm vitrified dressable

aluminium oxide grinding wheel option is

also available for maximum wheel life.

As well as ensuring considerable

flexibility in the HG500’s rotor production

capability, providing powerful, intuitive

programming was also a key objective of

PTG Holroyd’s design team – something that

was achieved through the use of Siemens

SINUMERIK ONE CNC. PTG Holroyd was

the first machine tool manufacturer in the UK

to embrace the features of the new Siemens

CNC, having integrated it into its HG350

machines and, more recently, into its wellestablished

TG Series of rotor and thread

grinding machines.

“Being first to use SINUMERIK ONE also

gave us the unrivalled opportunity to work

in close collaboration with Siemens to tailor

the CNC’s capability to our precise needs,”

adds Mark Curran. “The result is classleading

integrated safety and failsafe

features, enhanced reporting of machine

health and performance data, and

uncompromising levels of industrial

security. Enhanced connectivity and

performance are provided via additional

PROFINET interfaces and OPC/UA

interfaces – all made possible thanks to a PLC

that is up to 10x faster than earlier Siemens

controls.

To enable maximum probing strategies on

even the longest of components from the

onboard Renishaw OSP60 scanning probe

with SPRINT technology, the HG500 uses a

travelling grinding head instead of a

conventional grinding table. Variablefrequency

cooling from a high-pressure unit

with wheel scrub ensures highly efficient

coolant usage, while intelligent,

programmable eco modes minimise energy

consumption between manufacturing cycles.

“In addition to developing what we

believe is the most flexible, highly efficient

machine for ultra-precise large and small

rotor production, in keeping with the

Holroyd mantra of ‘making the complex

simple’, we have also ensured that the

HG500 is extremely intuitive to setup and

run,” says Mark Curran. “Rapid setup of

same component batches is delivered via the

HG500’s data and program files, while the

machine’s CNC-controlled dressing system

provides automatic wheel profile correction

for each dress cycle, along with

programmable dressing feed rates for

roughing and finishing.”

Integrated as standard with the HG500,

PTG Holroyd’s industry leading profile

development tool, the Holroyd Profile

Management System (HPMS), comprises a

suite of advanced programs that enable the

straightforward manipulation and analysis

of profiles. HPMS is used in the development

and control of a wide range of helical profiles

for screw rotors, vacuum and pump screws.

HPMS can also be used to assist the control of

a profile during production and provides

automatic, in-cycle profile updates and

dresser path corrections, in-process lead and

profile measurement and CBN wheel

adjustment and correction.

Incorporating the brands of PTG

Holroyd, PTG PowerstirÒ Friction Stir

Welding and Holroyd Precision Rotors, PTG

has established itself at the forefront of highprecision

machine tool design, build and

supply for specialised applications. The

range includes advanced machine tools for

the production of complex helical

components such as compressor rotors,

pump screws and high-accuracy gears,

and PowerstirÒ machine tools for friction stir

welding advanced alloys used in transport

applications. With production facilities in the

UK, USA and China, Holroyd Precision

Rotors manufactures the special purpose,

ultra-precision helical components used in a

wide range of industries, including

refrigeration, air-conditioning, gas and

vacuum pumping, industrial air handling,

aerospace, medical equipment, motion

control, power transmission, power

generation, oil & gas, fluid transfer and highend

automotive. PTG also provides

advanced technical consulting services.

www.holroyd.com


ryan@subcon drilling.co.uk

Richard Hoare and Company was incorporated in 1977, and from

establishing an engineering background in the automobile industry

he structured his new company in the buying and selling of good

used equipment, specialising in Metal Cutting, Sheet Metal

Working Equipment, Heavy Duty Forging and CNC.

Wide Range of machines available

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APPOINTMENTS

DALTONS WADKIN APPOINTS NEW SPECIALIST TO DRIVE

FIBER LASER GROWTH IN THE UK AND IRELAND

Daltons Wadkin, a leading UK multimaterial

machine solution supplier, has

expanded its team further by hiring a

specialist to lead the company’s fiber laser

and sheet metal offering.

Adrian joined the family-run and

Nottingham-based business this month as a

fiber Laser Sales Manager, bringing over

three decades of experience in the fiber laser

and sheet metal market, working for some of

the most prestigious names in the industry.

He will now lead on managing Daltons

Wadkin’s exclusive partnership with CNC

and fiber laser producers, Kimla, to grow the

fiber laser installations across the UK and

Ireland.

In 2022, Daltons Wadkin announced that

it had become the sole distributor for Kimla’s

range of cutting-edge CNC routers and fiber

laser cutters, following a 15-year partnership.

The business recently unveiled the all-new

Kimla five-axis ‘mini-mill,’ an exclusive for

the UK market, at its recent Wood and Panel

Machinery Open house in October.

In 2024, Daltons Wadkin exhibited at the

Mach Exhibition for the first time since 1996.

The leading industry event showcases

manufacturing technologies and engineering

in the UK and allows Daltons Wadkin to

present to the market its state-of-the-art sheet

metal and composite machining solutions.

Buoyed by that, the business’ Managing

Director Alex Dalton said the important next

step was to appoint a specialist to build on

the successful components already in place to

continue driving growth in the sheet metals

market.

He said: “We’re excited to welcome

Adrian to lead our fiber laser division. His

deep expertise in the sheet metal arena and

fiber laser sector is exactly what we need to

propel our growth.

“Kimla’s fiber laser technology is truly

cutting-edge, supported by our robust

network of trained engineers across the UK

and Ireland. Adrian’s appointment is the

final piece, allowing us to bring these

components together and advance

confidently in the market with a dedicated

expert.”

Adrian Wright said: “I can’t wait to join

the team at Dalton Wadkin, and especially

the fantastic opportunity to show customers

and companies alike the Kimla range of

products, including the incredible Kimla

Fiber Lasers machines.

“Kimla and Dalton Wadkin have built up

a tremendously close working relationship

over the past 15 years, and I intend to fully

utilise and embrace introducing these

machines to customers.

“Key to our success will be showcasing

our machines to their fullest potential via live

demonstrations in either Nottingham or

Poland. Kimla are not just machine builders

but are true innovators invested in

developing the fiber laser machine from the

ground up.

“Designing and manufacturing their own

linear motors, coupled with their unique

machine design, are just two examples of

what makes a Kimla Fiber machine cut

materials faster with unrivalled part

quality.”

https://www.daltonswadkin.com/

FANUC UK STRENGTHENS PLASTICS DIVISION WITH

APPOINTMENT OF SAM CARR

FANUC UK is delighted to announce the

appointment of Sam Carr as Sales Manager –

ROBOSHOT & Plastic Injection Moulding.

With extensive expertise and over 13 years’

experience in plastic injection moulding, Sam

will play a vital role in supporting FANUC’s

customers in the plastics sector to tackle key

manufacturing challenges by boosting their

productivity, enhancing their cost efficiency,

and delivering exceptional and repeatable

quality.

“I'm delighted to be joining a world-class

machinery manufacturer at FANUC UK,”

says Sam. “The ROBOSHOT injection

moulding machine is unmatched in its

precision, speed and reliability across

multiple industries. I look forward to

meeting existing customers and new

prospects soon.”

For FANUC UK, Sam’s appointment

underlines the company’s commitment to

supporting the wider plastics sector through

automation. “We are actively building on the

strong foundations we already have in place

within the injection moulding market to

prepare for the next phase of growth in this

area, helping plastics firms across all sectors

to become more efficient and profitable,”

says Andy Armstrong, FANUC UK’s Vice

Managing Director and Head of ROBOSHOT

European Sales.

“Investing in talented experts such as Sam

is key to this, and will enable us to help

companies to increase their productivity and

become more energy and cost efficient

throughout 2025 and beyond,” he continues.

“We’re confident that Sam’s skills, passion

and forward-thinking approach will bring

tremendous value to our team and our

customers alike, helping us to drive

excellence in the world of plastic injection

moulding.”

www.fanuc.eu/uk/en


X Y Z PROTURN SLX 1630

CNC LATHE 2 AXIS

Swing Over bed 400mm.

distance between Centres 760mm

Spindle bore 54mm.

Speeds 150 - 2500rpm. Equipment.

Immaculate. Age 2015. Inspect under Power.

£11,750

£5,950

JONES & SHIPMAN 1400x

24" x 8" capacity.

24" x 8" magnetic chuck.

power rise and fall to wheel

head. digital opti dress

attachment. metric dials.

coolant

JONES & SHIPMAN 1400P

24" x 8" capacity.

24" x 8" magnetic chuck.

power rise and fall to wheel

head. metric dials.

coolant

£5,950

£5,950

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Email: Tenga.eng@homeuser.net

web: www.tengamachinetools.com

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arm length: 1000 mm

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£5,950

JONES & SHIPMAN 540lA

18" x 6" capacity power rise

& fall to wheel head

incremental down feed

extended height column

acurate quick count digital

read out dust extractor.

£9,450

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hand and power feeds.

second spindle; 3 morse

taper. hand and power

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£8,750

COlCHESTER STudENT

1800. 13 1/4" (335mm) x 25"

(635mm) gap bed capacity

3 & 4 jaw chucks. chuck

guard. quick change tool

post plus holders.

heidenhain 2 axis digital

read out. 3 point steady.

£9,750

xYz SMx 2000

proto trak smx control

r8 spindle taper.

serial no. 12951

year: 2018

POA

EvERISINg S-300 Hb 12"

AuTOMATIC HORIzONTAl

bANdSAw.

Model: s-300 hbce. 300mm

rounds cutting capacity.

300mm x 250mm squares.

serial no. t-110498

year: 2003.

bRIdgEPORT 500 - 16

vMC

Heidenhain 370 Control

16 station tool changer.

Year: 1999.

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maintaining your cutting edge

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Tayside Machinery Ltd

United Kingdom

Suppliers to the Machinery Trade Worldwide

Hartford LG-500

Vertical

Machining

Centre

Year: 2018 / “AS

NEW” under 400

hours

Colchester

Magnum 1250 x

4000mm Gap

Bed Lathe

Spindle Bore:

118mm

Kearns Richards

SF 125 CNC

Horizontal Borer

Retrofitted and

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Boko F3

Universal

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CASE STUDY

SMALL BUT AMBITIOUS APF SERVICES MOVES INTO

CNC MACHINING AND SEES IMMEDIATE GAINS

APF Services, a small but progressive twoman

business specialising in hydraulic repair

work, has invested in its first CNC machine,

a Proturn RLX 425 CNC lathe with

ProtoTRAK® control from XYZ Machine

Tools. Despite concerns about the cost and

learning curve involved in transitioning to

CNC, the portfolio of cost-effective, easy-touse

machines available from XYZ completely

allays such apprehensions for small

manufacturing businesses. APF Services is a

case in point, where the arrival of the new

XYZ CNC lathe is driving cycle time

reductions of up to 90% on certain jobs.

Located near Peterhead, Aberdeenshire,

APF Services was founded in 2012 by Chris

Dawson to provide hydraulic repairs for a

host of local industries, including

agriculture, forestry, fishing, oil & gas, and

waste/landfill.

“We have a good regional niche in these

sectors,” he says. “However, we were

managing our workload using two manual

lathes and a manual mill, which started to

prompt concerns about getting left behind.

Turnaround time is paramount for our

customers, with requests for next-day

delivery commonplace. However, I’d never

dreamed of going into CNC as I didn’t know

the first thing about it.”

By chance, Chris noticed that a nearby

customer in the forestry industry was

benefiting from a range of CNC machines

with ProtoTRAK® controls from XYZ.

“I subsequently went to see a

demonstration of a Proturn RLX 425 CNC

lathe at XYZ’s Scotland facility in

Livingston,” he says. “As my first-ever

experience of a CNC machine, I wanted to be

100% sure I could get to grips with the

programming, but I needn’t have worried.

For first-time CNC machinists like me, the

ProtoTRAK® control is absolutely excellent.

The 15.6-inch touchscreen makes the control

simple and intuitive, while the TRAKing®

feature allows us to wind the handwheel

through the program with complete control,

providing peace of mind as we cut our first

chips on a new part.”

XYZ’s Proturn RLX 425 CNC lathe with

ProtoTRAK® control, which is now fully

operational at APF Services, offers a 7.5 kW

spindle and delivers power through a threespeed

headstock running up to 2500 rpm.

The machine features an 80 mm spindle bore,

provides 700 mm swing in the gap and 480

mm swing-over-bed, and is available with a

distance between centres of either 1.25 or 2

m.

“We had our training at XYZ’s Livingston

facility and could ask as many questions as

we wanted. Nothing was too much trouble.”

APF Services uses its RLX 425 to produce

a host of hydraulic cylinder rods, pins and

bushes, typically as one-off jobs but

occasionally in small batches. Features

include threads, shoulders, chamfers, O-ring

grooves and circlip grooves.

“With so many different hydraulic

cylinder designs, we can find ourselves

machining almost anything,” says Chris.

“Materials extend from EN8 and EN24T

steels, through to chrome-plated steel,

stainless steel, and cast steel. Having a

machine that’s versatile and quick to

program is a real blessing.”

Cycle times are dramatically shorter, as

revealed by a recent in-house time study

involving a machining operation on a batch

of hydraulic cylinder components.

“It took just 4 minutes 30 seconds on our

new RLX 425 and we weren’t even pushing it

hard,” says Chris. “The same job took 45

minutes on one of our manual lathes. That’s


a 90% reduction in machining time.”

The company also reduced the cycle time

for hexagon end caps - machined from 9-inch

diameter stainless steel bar - from 12 hours to

just 2 hours. He also recalls saving a

staggering five days of machining time on a

batch of cylinder parts.

“We completed them in five days, instead

of the 10 days it would have taken us to do

them manually. And that’s when we were

still learning about the RLX 425.”

CASE STUDY

According to Chris, customers return

because he understands the demands of their

industry, particularly the agriculture and oil

& gas sectors, as he comes from a farming

background. Furthermore, there is little

anyone can teach Chris about customer

support, having worked in the North Sea

drilling and subsea construction industry for

many years - and subsequently as a

hydraulic mechanic for a major subsea

engineering company. With this experience,

he knows what is expected of third-party

companies and the demands put upon them.

“If one of my agriculture customers

damages or even destroys a hydraulic

cylinder in the middle of harvest, for

example, time is literally money,” he

explains. “We can be looking at several days

for the delivery of a replacement component

in our part of the world, which is disastrous

for harvesting. We can measure the broken

part (or make it from the carboard cut out

that is sometimes supplied), repair it or

reverse engineer a replacement in ultra-quick

time. Sometimes there are no drawings or

CAD models, so it relies on our engineering

background/expertise to get these customers

going again.”

Fortunately, the arrival of the Proturn

RLX 4525 is making the process easier than

ever before.

“The speed of the machine and quality of

finished parts is top notch. The business was

already growing, but the RLX 425 has taken

us to a whole new level.”

Such has been the positive experience that

APF Services has just ordered another XYZ

machine, an RMX 3500 CNC bed mill, again

with ProtoTRAK® control.

“Once I’m happy with a supplier they’ll

continue to get my business,” concludes

Chris. “I like the way I can pick up the phone

and get advice from someone in the UK. It

feels like we’ve got proper support with

XYZ. This level of customer service is

priceless for a small company like ours,

which is new to CNC machining and has

customer jobs that often cannot wait.”

www.xyzmachinetools.com


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KERF RAMPS-UP OUTPUT FOR EXPANDED METAL

When The Expanded Metal Company

recognised its costs for external subcontract

laser cutting services were escalating in line

with output, the Hartlepool manufacturer

investigated the market for a fiber laser

machine to help manage costs and enhance

process control. The solution was a Lincoln

Electric® Linc-Cut 1530A 6kW fiber laser

machine from Kerf Developments, and the

benefits are nothing short of remarkable.

The Expanded Metal Company Group

has a rich history that dates back to when its

founder, John French Goulding, patented

‘expanded metal’ back in 1884. The company

has evolved over the generations, with

products ranging from mild steel and

aluminium mesh to pre-galvanised steel and

specialist products like its ExMeshTM. The

diversity of applications covers everything

from balustrading, cladding, ramps,

walkways, and insect guarding in the

construction industry to air and liquid

filtration, security fencing, crop drying and

animal flooring, acoustic applications, and

even speaker and car grilles for the

automotive industry. The products play a

critical role in everyday manufacturing for

some of the industry's most prestigious

brands and projects.

For the last four years, the fabrication

department has been buying laser-cut parts

to complete fabricated assemblies that, as a

finished product, are disability access ramps.

Initially, the customer requirement was for

four or five different ramp variations, but

this has expanded to over 25 variations. With

ramps ranging from 900 by 300mm to 1.5 by

1.5m and a host of dimensional variations in

between, the production volume now stands

at 200 to 250 ramps a week. This increased

volume created several issues for the North

East manufacturer. Firstly, subcontract laser

cutting costs had escalated to become a major

monthly cost, and secondly, Expanded Metal

had to schedule its production and lead times

around its supply chain.

Recalling the situation, Ryan Pinder, the

Operations Manager and Head of

Continuous Improvement at the ExMesh

subsidiary of the Expanded Metal Company,

says: “Our laser cutting costs were climbing,

and production schedules worked on minmax

order levels with our supplier – it had to

change. We looked at 8 to 10 laser

manufacturers and really did our due

diligence. Part of this included visiting

MACH 2024, where we talked to a contact at

Lincoln Electric®. We have lots of Lincoln

Electric® weld sets, and it is a hugely trusted

and well-respected brand that has never let

us down. We told our Lincoln representative

that we were in the market for a 3kW laser,

and he immediately introduced us to Dan

Taylor from Kerf Developments as the

technology partners were sharing a stand at

MACH.”

Despite looking at many vendors, a

demonstration at the Kerf showroom in

Rochdale sealed the deal. Ryan continues:

“This was our first laser purchase, so we

needed support and reassurance as we leapt

into the unknown. The Kerf team put us at

ease and emphasised their level of support,

and they couldn’t have been more supportive

during demonstrations. We switched our

requirement from a 3kW to a 6kW fiber laser

to futureproof our business, and Kerf


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introduced us to the Lincoln Electric® Linc-

Cut 1530 A.”

The Linc-Cut 1530 A has a 3 by 1.5m

bed and incorporates an automated double

shuttle table with a 1-tonne capacity for

loading and unloading sheets when the

machine is cutting. The fiber laser cutting

head has a 75μm compact laser source to

enhance cut quality. Furthermore, it

incorporates an autofocus function with

automatic gas calibration and cutting height

for optimised cut quality and repeatability.

Kerf conducted cutting trials and invited

the ExMesh production team to trial the

machine. At the same time, the ExMesh

Health & Safety Manager reviewed the safety

attributes of the Linc-Cut 1530 A. With a

two-camera safety system, protective

enclosure, security windows, light safety

barrier, high-grade laser, CE certification, a

fume extraction system with DIGIFILTER

and a 2-year warranty, the Linc-Cut 1530 A

passed the stringent health and safety

requirements of ExMesh. Demonstrating its

astounding ease of use, the large-screen CNC

interface integrates two monitoring cameras

and automated drawing, nesting, and

database parameters with advanced

functions like Flycut, Fast Cutting, Smooth

Microjoint, Frame Border and Circle

Centering, sealing the deal for the ExMesh

operators.

THE BENEFITS

Delivered in August, the Linc-Cut 1530 A

has hit the ground running, operating for 8 to

16 hours a day. The impact of the machine

has been far-reaching. The subcontract

supply of laser-cut components ended

immediately, saving the 95+ employee

business significant costs monthly. This will

ensure the Linc-Cut 1530 A has a

staggeringly short payback period. Alluding

to this, Ryan adds: “Despite its exceptional

build quality and brand reputation, the Linc-

Cut 1530 A is also an extremely costeffective

machine designed and engineered

in Europe. While we have to build labour and

consumable costs into our ROI projections,

we are already using the machine for much

more than it was purchased – meaning it will

pay for itself in the very near future.”

The ISO:9001, 14001, and ISO:45001

certified manufacturer has started moving

work from punching and pressing machines

to the laser. Ryan adds: “Punch and pressing

requires tool changeovers and considerable

set-up times. Now, we can put jobs straight

on the laser and eliminate all that extra

work—it's much faster than our punching

machines with much better cut quality. For

every job, our first thought now is, ‘Can we

put it on the laser?’ and this is particularly

the case for small batches.”

The Linc-Cut 1530 A from Kerf

Developments also streamlined lead times

and inventory management. As Ryan says:

“Working to min-max level with our supply

chain, we had to stock inventory of over

1000-off of multiple parts to feed into our

subcontractors. This stock level has already

dropped to 300-400, which will diminish

further, freeing up valuable space and

eradicating excess material and

stockholding. From a lead time perspective,

we don’t have to work to 30 days by waiting

for our suppliers. We can now do the laser

cutting ourselves, reducing a 30 day lead

time to a matter of days.”

Looking to the future, ExMesh purchased

the 6kW Linc-Cut 1530 A to open

opportunities beyond its current scope – and

this is already reaping rewards. As Ryan

concludes: “With the Linc-Cut 1530 A, we

are now in charge of our destiny, and we are

already receiving more bespoke subcontract

jobs from existing customers. Our ambition

has always been to offer the Linc-Cut 1530

A capacity as a subcontract service, and this

is already the case. The next stage for our

business is to invest in a press brake where

we can laser cut profiles and then fold the

parts – expanding our subcontract scope

significantly. So far, we have cut everything

from 0.7mm aluminium to 10mm thick

stainless and the opportunities are

significant. The future is bright thanks to

Kerf Developments and the Linc-Cut 1530

A.”

Web: www.kerfdevelopments.com


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ENORMOUS ACCURL PRESS BRAKE BUILDS ON

SUCCESS AT AYRSHIRE METALS

Ayrshire Metals Ltd, a leading manufacturer

of cold-rolled sections for the construction

industry, has invested in an impressive 14mlong,

640-ton ACCURL 6+1 axis tandem

press brake from Axe & Status. Featuring an

extensive range of advanced features, the

new ACCURL press brake is raising

productivity, quality and traceability to new

levels at this progressive and ambitious

manufacturing business.

The Ayrshire Group can trace its origins

back to the 1800s, when it was largely a

manufacturer of ships on the west coast of

Scotland. The company has come a long way

since then and is now a leading manufacturer

of cold-rolled sections at its 6.5-acre owneroccupied

site in Daventry,

Northamptonshire. The ISO9001 and CE/CA

accredited company, which also has a

subsidiary Sales and Technical office in

Munich, Germany, manufactures most of its

product range from S450 zinc-coated

galvanised steel.

Five main product groups comprise the

vast majority of manufacturing output.

While traditional business at Ayrshire Metals

is purlins/rails, the company also

manufactures mezzanine floors, load-bearing

steel framing systems and proprietary

products like its AyrFrame lightweight,

high-strength modular system and

SwagBeam portal frame building system.

OUT WITH THE OLD

Until recently, Ayrshire Metals relied on a

press brake that had been running since 1996.

With machine reliability levels falling, the

company decided it was time to invest in a

new resource. Indeed, the new press brake is

part of a five-year planned investment

programme at Ayrshire Metals.

“Rather than replace like-for-like, we

wanted a slightly bigger press brake to

provide more capacity in both length and

thickness,” explains Managing Director Scott

Reilly. “We looked at three potential

suppliers, but the responsiveness of Axe &

Status caught our attention. Not only was

their communication very clear from the

outset, but Axe & Status also grasped the

urgency of our situation as it wasn’t

economic to keep repairing our existing press

brake. Another major influence on our

purchase decision was the value for money

offered by the ACCURL press brake against

competitor machines.”

The ACCURL tandem CNC press brake

from Axe & Status arrived in June 2024, with

machine operatives at Ayrshire Metals

immediately commencing a programme of

training.

“As you can image, the new ACCURL is

very different to our existing 28-year-old

press brake,” says Scott. “It’s akin to moving

from a DOS operating system to Windows,

such is the contrast. We can now use the

DELEM® DA66T 2D graphical/3D

visualisation touchscreen control to draw the

required profile at the press brake without

having to create a program manually. The

difference is night and day.”

PLAYING THE LONG GAME

The ACCURL has also increased production

capability at Ayrshire Metals. The company

is today able to bend lengths up to 14m,

compared with 12.6m previously. In

addition, whereas its existing press brake is

on the limit when bending metal at 3mm

thick, Ayrshire Metals can now form sheet up

to 4mm thick across material up to 14m long.

For shorter lengths it is possible to bend

much thicker material.

“We’re hoping this extra capability will

allow us to access new markets. At the

moment, we focus solely on construction

products for buildings, but starting from

2025 we want to explore sectors outside of

our traditional comfort zone.”

All products at Ayrshire Metals are made

to order. The company holds no stock and

there is no minimum order.

Says Scott: “While we make our highrunning

products on a rolling mill, the

ACCURL gives us the flexibility to

manufacture bespoke items. Compared with

our existing press brake, we now enjoy more

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Moreover, our uptime is 100% compared

with around 70% previously. Speed of

response is vital in the construction sector

and we’ve seen a big boost in machine

availability and OEE (overall equipment

effectiveness).”

Ayrshire Metals runs two shifts (day and

night). Depending on workload, the

company has the option to run its ACCURL

press brake around the clock if necessary.

THE PRICE IS RIGHT

“The construction market is very pricesensitive,

both here in the UK and in

mainland Europe, where we export around

50% of production. There’s very little loyalty.

So any advantage in productivity and/or

efficiency will help us remain competitive

and potentially improve our margin, which

is vital for the future of the business.”

The 14m, 640-ton ACCURL servohydraulic

tandem press brake at Ayrshire

Metals features a throat depth of 750mm

and Y1, Y2, X, R, Z1 and Z2 axes. The

company can switch quickly between

tandem or single-mode operation at any

time, and transfer bending programs

between the two presses. Among many

notable features is high dynamic Y-axis

control for over 30% higher productivity.

Further features include LAZERSAFE®

light guard systems, Wila crowning, quickrelease

clamping, a LAZERSAFE® LZS-XL

system with tandem adaptor system, CE

and CSA-certified LAZERSAFE®embedded

IRIS block laser, and AP01-AP02

sheet followers.

Ayrshire Metals also has two licenses of

ACCURL’s DELEM® TL offline software,

one at each of its technical offices in the UK

and Germany. The company can seamlessly

send fully simulated and tested data files

between facilities. It is now implementing

full networking in support of direct file

transfer to the press brake.

“Skills remain a big issue,” states Scott. “A

major advantage with our ACCURL press

brake is the ease of training operators. If you

can draw a profile, you can program the

machine. It was a big selling point.”

GROWTH OPPORTUNITY

Generating annual turnover in the region of

£20 million with 60 employees in the UK and

a further 20 in Germany, Ayrshire Metals

wants to build on its success with further

growth. And the best way to meet this

ambition is through investment.

“We’ve been around for many years and

it’s easy to carry on as normal,” says Scott.

“However, you sometimes need to take a

step back and see what new manufacturing

technologies are available. It’s about

improving our capabilities and efficiencies to

provide customers with the best value

possible. With our ACCURL press brake we

are more productive, more accurate and have

much better traceability. All of these factors

benefit our customers.”

With features such as the ACCURL

Hybrid Servo ECO function and IE3 class

high-efficiency motor, the environment will

also benefit.

“It’s too early to say, but we’re expecting

a sizeable percentage reduction in energy

consumption. We’ve started our journey to

net zero, so any carbon footprint reductions

are very welcome.”

ACCURL tandem press brakes from Axe

& Status are available up to 6000 tons

capacity and 24m in length, with support

from comprehensive warranty and service

packages. A three-year arrangement is in

place with Ayrshire Metals, for example.

www.axestatus.com


HQ Fabrications invests in two new CNC

machine tools from MACH Machine Tools

to increase its in-house machining capacity

and capabilities, and to strengthen its

supply chain relationships with customers.

MACH Machine Tools, a leading

supplier of new CNC and manual machine

tools and machine shop equipment to UK,

Irish and European manufacturers, and part

of the Vigilance Group, has recently

supplied South Shields-based, HQ

Fabrications Ltd., with two new CNC

machines.

The machines, a MACH MDV 1160

vertical machining centre and a MACH

MDS 845-8T tool room mill, were installed

earlier in the year at HQ Fabrications’

8,500sq. ft. facility in Jarrow, South Shields

in August and November, respectively.

Since being installed both machines,

equipped with the advanced and innovative

DynaPath control system, have been

working flat out machining customised jigs

and fixtures, as well as prototypes, one-offs

and small batches of pre-production and

production parts (up to 300-off), for a

diverse range of UK customers, most

notably, and most recently, in the

renewables, marine, medical and defence

sectors…to name but a few.

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NEW INVESTMENT STRATEGY PAYS DIVIDENDS!

HQ FABRICATIONS - OVERVIEW

HQ Fabrications, established in 2017 and

employing 12 members of staff, is a

specialist engineering consultancy with

significant in-house machining and

fabrication capabilities combined with

impressive design for manufacture (DfM)

and reverse engineering skills and expertise.

The company works closely and

collaboratively with its customers helping

solve a range of product- and processrelated

issues and challenges.

These projects, depending on their

complexity, can vary in length (from one or

two weeks through to 12 months), with HQ

Fabrications often taking the lead (project

management) role.

HQ Fabrications’ customers cover the

whole spectrum of manufacturing

organisation types - from OEMs and Tier

One companies through to Tier 3 and

precision subcontractors.

HQ Fabrications also designs and

manufactures its own products, addressing

perceived ‘gaps’ that it has seen in the

market; recent examples have included

benches/beds for chiropractors, a range of

stillage and trolley products and solutions

for industrial materials handling sector.

Says Chris Hall, HQ Fabrications’ owner

and managing director:

“First and foremost we are a problemsolving

company focused on delivering

high-quality, value-added and sustainable

solutions for our customers.”

Customers approach HQ Fabrications for

a variety of reasons that can include:

a) Help in improving the reliability

and efficiency of their existing production

processes,

b) Designing and developing new

products and/or product upgrades and

iterations, and the processes required to

manufacture them accurately, quickly and

cost-efficiently.

At the heart of many of the solutions HQ

Fabrications designs and develops are

custom jigs and fixtures.

Continues Chris Hall:

“We don’t necessarily focus on one

sector or industry. Our ability is in helping

customers improve their productivity and

process efficiencies, reduce their operational

costs and waste and, by doing so, help them

maintain their competitive edge.”

MACHINE SHOP DYNAMICS AND

IMPERATIVES

HQ Fabrications is a company committed to

continuous improvement and as such

regularly invests in its people, its plant and

equipment, and in its processes and

systems.

The company has a number of machine

tools at its disposal in its machine shop, but

is always looking to increase and improve

its in-house machining capacity and

capabilities to provide better, faster and

more economic solutions for its customers.

This improvement strategy also allows

HQ Fabrications reduce the amount of

machining work it sub-contracts out to local

suppliers, helping it to control its own

manufacturing processes more efficiently,

and reduce its operational costs.

INVESTMENT IN NEW MACH

MACHINE TOOLS

HQ Fabrications regularly monitors and

evaluates the performance of its machine


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HQ Fabrications invests in two new CNC machine tools from MACH Machine Tools to increase its inhouse

machining capacity and capabilities, and to strengthen its supply chain relationships with

customers.

tools, and to enable it to machine larger

workpieces, made the decision, early in

2024, to invest in the new MACH MDV 1160

3-axis vertical machining centre.

Says Chris Hall:

“Up to that point we had always

invested in used machines. However, one of

our existing (used) machines that we had

identified for machining the larger

workpieces, wasn’t as reliable as we had

originally hoped.”

Rather than attempt to struggle on with

an under-performing machine, HQ

Fabrications decided to invest in its first

new CNC machine. And the machine tool

supplier it approached was MACH Machine

Tools.

Having already established good

working relationships with Machine Tool

Sales Online (MTSO), a used machine tool

and machine shop equipment supplier, and

MACH Machine Tools’ sister company, HQ

Fabrications discussed its requirements

with the Bristol-based new machine tool

provider.

Continues Chris Hall:

“We were a little apprehensive investing

in a new machine, but representatives from

MACH Machine Tools, who we knew

already from our dealings with MTSO,

simplified the whole process from machine

identification through to delivery,

installation and commissioning.

“They even offered us a great partexchange

trade-in deal on the (previously

mentioned) used machine too.”

MDV 1160 – A CLOSER LOOK

The MACH MDV 1160 is an advanced,

production-led vertical machining centre

equipped with a powerful BT 40,

15kW/12,000rpm direct-drive spindle, a

generous-sized worktable (1200mm x

600mm) with an 800kg maximum table load

and a 24-tool ATC.

The machine also features the advanced

DynaPath CNC control.

“The MDV 1160 is fast, powerful,

accurate and flexible”, explains Chris Hall.

“It is a great addition to our machine shop

and has significantly improved our in-house

milling capabilities enabling us to machine

large, and smaller, high-precision and

complex parts quickly and efficiently,

irrespective of the materials being machined

(i.e., aluminium, stainless steel, tool steel,

engineering plastics etc.).

As well as being HQ Fabrications’ first

new CNC machine tool, the MDV 1160 is

also the first machine the company has

acquired with the DynaPath control.

Says Chris Hall:

“The DynaPath control has many things

going for it.

“Firstly it is easy to use and understand,

and the control’s intuitive menus and onscreen

graphics help eliminate

programming omissions and errors.

“Furthermore, off-line programming and

tool path and machining simulation, ensure

that potential collisions are avoided and that

machining processes developed are efficient

and safe.”

In addition to its processing capabilities,

the DynaPath control also features its

industry-leading 24/7 Wi-Fi enabled remote

monitoring and technical support facility

that helps improve customers’ productivity

and machine uptime.

“DynaPath’s integrated remote

assistance facility has been a real gamechanger”,

explains Chris Hall. “If and when

we have any issues i.e., machine operation,

applications help etc., we can interface

directly with MACH Machine Tools’

technical support team for immediate

assistance.”

HQ Fabrications’ positive experience

with its first MACH machine tool

investment resulted in the company further

strengthening its in-house milling

capabilities by investing in a second

machine - a MACH MDS 845-8T toolroom

mill.

This compact machine, again supplied

with the DynaPath control, features an 8-

position ATC arranged around the

machine’s direct-drive 5.5kW/8,000rpm

spindle, and is equipped with an 850mm x

420mm table with a 220kg table load.

Concludes Chris Hall:

“Our two new MACH machines are

proving to be a great investment.

“Although we had some natural

anxieties acquiring new machine tools for

the first time, MACH Machine Tools’ open

and transparent approach combined with

their proactivity, technical know-how and

readily-available support, made the whole

process from machine identification

through to purchasing and installation,

quick and seamless.”

www.machmt.co.uk


CASE STUDY

A SOUTH TYROLEAN COMPANY CHOOSES SWABIAN

ULTRASONIC DEBURRING TECHNOLOGY

Intercable Tools GmbH has been firmly

rooted in Bruneck in the Italian province of

South Tyrol since it was founded in 1972.

Since then, the family-owned company has

been one of the leading manufacturers of

connection technology and tools for

professionals and the industry. Since May

2024, Intercable Tools has been using

ultrasonic deburring technology from

Swabian company ultraTEC Innovation

GmbH to remove burrs from hydraulic units

in a contact-free manner automatically.

With Intercable Tec, a developer and

manufacturer of automotive components,

Intercable Tools forms a management-led

family business with branches and over 600

employees worldwide. For some time,

Intercable Tools had been looking for an

automated solution to replace manually

deburring hydraulic units of batterypowered

hydraulic cutting tools made of

aluminium and steel. Such hydraulic units

are used in battery-powered perforators,

which the company manufactures and

distributes. These sheet metal punches are

suitable for punching round, square and

rectangular holes up to 3mm thick. The

complex task for the ultraTEC was to remove

all detachable burrs from the inside and

outside of the components.

“We were looking for an innovative

alternative to manual deburring. It’s also

important for us to produce our variants

without set-up time,” said Heinz Pramstaller,

Team Leader of Metal Production at

Intercable Tools. “The deburring process

should also be optimally integrated into the

process, and the components should be

cleaned using the same product carrier as the

parts cleaning system.”

The new ultraTEC A25 S system

automates the manual process. The

companies first contacted each other at the

DeburringEXPO trade fair in Karlsruhe,

Germany, in October 2023. Heinz Pramstaller

brought along the component to be

deburred, so an initial deburring test was


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carried out on the trade show machine. The

component was manually guided to the

sonotrode, with a positive result. The

advantages of this method over the previous

manual deburring process quickly became

apparent to Intercable Tools. Ultrasonic

deburring means that the results remain the

same, there is no damage to the drill holes,

and uncontrolled material removal is

generally avoided. It also guarantees that no

holes are forgotten, which can happen with

manual deburring. The ultrasonic deburring

process also has the advantage of cross bores

being deburred and rinsed out

simultaneously. The initial tests for

Intercable Tools were, therefore, very

promising.

Patented ultrasonic deburring Noncontact

ultrasonic deburring with the

patented sonotrode forms the foundation of

ultra technology. Components to be

deburred are guided in a process water basin

along the tip of an ultrasonic sonotrode,

whose generated vibrations cause the burrs

and chamfers to break off in an automated

and energy-efficient manner. Stimulated by a

generator, the sonotrode oscillates back and

forth 20,000 times per second over 0.1

millimetres. These generated vibrations

move burrs and chamfers back and forth

until they are broken off with sharp edges in

a process-safe manner. Similarly, ultrasonic

deburring does not apply temperature to

sensitive components, which can lead to

deformation and discolouration. In addition

to deburring common metals, ultraTEC

systems can be used with components made

from various titanium and nickel alloys and

fibre-reinforced plastics.

From the deburring tests in Laupheim to

commissioning in South Tyrol, numerous

automated deburring tests were carried out

with components from Intercable Tools at

ultraTEC’s premises in Laupheim. Detailed

documentation was provided for each test so

that the specialists from Intercable Tools

could assess each one accordingly. Regular

coordination meetings and a visit from South

Tyroleans in Laupheim led to them placing

an order for the A25 S ultrasonic deburring

system in late March 2024. Two months later,

the A25 S was showcased for the first time as

an innovation at the GrindingHub trade fair

in Stuttgart, Germany, before preliminary

acceptance was already carried out at

ultraTEC in mid-June 2024. Four weeks later,

the A25 S was operated at Intercable Tools in

Bruneck in South Tyrol.

“We’re delighted that we could

implement the project quickly and that

Intercable Tools chose ultraTEC to automate

the deburring process,” says Thomas

Benzing, Sales Manager at ultraTEC

Innovation GmbH. “Maintaining a sense of

partnership and trust when working with

our customers is very important.”

www.vollmer-group.com


For laser cutting specialist DMS Laser

Profiles fast and accurate quotation

preparation, easy program generation for its

Trumpf lasers and responsive after sales

support were the key reasons that it chose to

replace its existing system with Lantek

software in May 2024.

The company based in Maidenhead,

Berkshire, specialises in stainless fabrication

primarily in the petrochemical, process

engineering, pharmaceutical, food and water

sectors, along with many other industries.

Initially it subcontracted the laser cutting but

moved this inhouse in the early 2000s to

improve supply line security and reliability.

Josh Hall, Sales Manager says, “We generate

around 230 quotations every month and we

have checked the costs and prices generated

by Lantek against the actual costs and it is

really quite accurate. Additionally, during

installation and commissioning, where the

costs did not line up, Lantek engineers

quickly fixed these discrepancies.” As well as

costs for laser cutting, Lantek’s Integra

Quotes software also generates prices for

other operations such as folding and welding

and outsourced operations such as powder

coating. It also generates invoices for

completed work and integrates with the

company’s accounting software.

Typically, CAD data for a new job is

either fed into Lantek Expert for flattening, or

where there is an assembly of parts,

processed in Solid Works to get the

individual flattened components. Around 11

dedicated estimators and programmers use

the Lantek software, overlapping

responsibilities, pre-nesting parts into 2.5m x

1.25m or 3m x 1.5m sheets as part of the

quotation process, prior to the final nesting

and programming when the job is released

for production. Josh Hall adds, “With Lantek

we can track parts back to the individual

sheet it was made from, which is very

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LANTEK DELIVERS TOP CLASS SERVICE FOR DMS

LASER PROFILES

important for our ISO traceability

requirements. We can also use up remnant

material and trace parts made in these

remnant sheets, improving material

utilisation while maintaining quality

standards.”

DMS Laser Profiles has just upgraded its

Lantek software to include Lantek MES. This

will enable the company to trace parts as they

move through the workshop. The laser

machines are directly wired in to the

software so that real-time data is collected,

further increasing cost accuracy and making

it much easier to plan and execute the

production process. Josh Hall says,

“Expanding our Lantek software was an easy

decision as the support we get is very

responsive, so we are confident that this next

step will be a success.”

The addition of

Lantek MES will help

DMS Laser Profiles

integrate and automate

its production processes

further. Material costs

will be updated as they

change and the

company will be able to

anticipate workloads for

all its manufacturing

stages, enabling it to

generate even more

accurate costings while

s c h e d u l i n g

manufacturing flow

through the workshop.

This will result in

precise delivery

predictions for its

customers’ parts.

Furthermore, as data is

centralised and

accessible, quotations

and delivery status

enquiries will always be consistent

irrespective of who deals with the customer.

With Lantek’s software, all this is achieved

while greatly reducing the administrative

effort and non-productive hours required to

maintain high quality information.

Josh Hall concludes, “The Lantek

software is nicely set out and user friendly, it

is much simpler than our previous system

and a massive improvement. We will be able

to easily track where parts are and the

improved traceability is very important for

our ISO compliance but, the most important

improvement for us has been the service and

response we get from Lantek, quickly fixing

any issues we have with the software and its

use.”

www.lantek.com


BUTLER hYDRABORE horizontal Borer with

Facing Head Table 920 x 920 mm Wide bed

1500 mm, 5mt -76 mm Spindle C/w Newall

DP700 DRO, end Steady, Boring Bars.

hARRISON M300 Gap Bed Centre Lathe

Swing 330 mm x 1000 mm between Centres,

Gap 480 mm. Speeds up-to 2500rpm. C/w 3 &

4jaw chucks.

KITChEN & WALKER G50 x 1250 RADIAL

ARM DRILL, New 2013, Drilling Capacity in

Steel 50mm & Iron 75mm, 5Mt Spindle with

speeds upto 2000rpm. C/w box table.

KELLENBERGER KEL-VISTA CNC Universal

Cylindrical Grinder with Fanuc 21i-T Control & internal

Spindle. New 2002 & Mechanical Rebuild 2019. Centre

Height 175 mm, Max. Grinding Length 400 mm. Max.

diameter of workpiece 349 mm. C/w internal Spindle.

ABWOOD RG1 ROTARY SURFACE

GRINDER. Mag Chuck 600 mm Dia, overhead

dresser Coolant system. Late machine.

AMADA PROMECAM ITS2 25TN x 1250 Up

stroking Pressbrake with Operateur CNC

Control. Stroke 100 mm, Throat Depth 200mm,

Opening height 320 mm.

MEBA ECO-LINE 320G Swivel Base Saw

Semi Auto Capacity 300 x 500 mm.

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CASE STUDY

BEARING SPECIALIST ACCELERATES AND

ENHANCES QUALITY CONTROL

A leading UK manufacturer of bespoke

bearings and one of the biggest

stockholders and distributers of plain

bearings and sintered parts in Europe,

Abingdon-based Bowman International

has significantly upgraded the inspection

of its products with the purchase of a new

coordinate measuring machine (CMM)

built by LK Metrology, Castle Donington. It

is Bowman’s latest investment after

decades of continuous growth, mainly

organic but also through strategic

acquisitions. The company has seen

turnover generated from domestic and

worldwide markets increase significantly

over recent years, according to managing

director Paul Mitchell, who joined the

organisation some 15 years ago.

Bowman continues to invest in

technology and adopt a quality-first

philosophy. Part of that progression has

entailed the introduction of high precision,

safety critical split bearings delivered to the

automotive, aviation, defence, marine and

rail sectors, amongst others. The recent

acquisition of bearings and housings

manufacturer Criptic Arvis, near Leicester,

has complemented Bowman’s established

production facility in Kingswinford, boosting

the production and sales of ISO class 7

special bearings, which account for a

significant element of sales.

Unsurprisingly, the amount of work in

Abingdon being put onto the previous CMM

purchased in 2016 was increasing inexorably.

However, its level of reliability coupled with

a significant increase in product distribution

was proving challenging. The equipment

was also slow in operation and had basic,

time-consuming reporting requiring results

to be printed out and transcribed to an Excel

spreadsheet. After considering potential

replacement CMMs from five different

sources, Mr Mitchell and Bowman’s quality

manager Owen White chose the LK option,

an Altera 10.7.5, after visiting the

manufacturer’s factory and witnessing

The British-built Altera 10.7.5 has a volumetric accuracy of 1.3+L/350 µm, where L is the

measured length in millimetres.

Bowman International’s quality manager Owen White operating the LK Altera 10.7.5

CMM in Abingdon.

metrology trials carried out on sample

bearings.

Standard, bought-in products generally

need only first article inspection before a

batch is delivered to a customer, so the daily

workload on the CMM is relatively light.

Conversely, bespoke bearings produced inhouse

normally require five to be checked to

ensure consistency. This single business area

therefore consumes a significant proportion

of CMM capacity. Sometimes when carrying

out capability studies, 25 to 50 components

have to be measured. In one exceptional case,

a customer requested 100% inspection of 100

Oilite safety-critical, self-lubricating bronze

bearings, which are exclusively marketed in

the UK and Europe by Bowman.

In view of the high accuracies involved,

by the time the Altera arrived in early April

2024 the quality control room had been

refurbished by lowering the ceiling and

installing a new air conditioning unit to

enable the temperature to be controlled

reliably to 20 ± 1°C. The CMM’s accuracy is

verified every morning, rather than at the

more usual frequency of once per week, and

then checked using a UKAS calibrated ring

gauge. The gauge and each batch of five

manufactured bearing samples are

positioned precisely on the granite table

using L-shaped, laser-cut retainers attached

to a base plate having an array of drilled and

tapped holes. Attached also to the plate is a

lathe chuck specially adapted in Abingdon to

hold washers and other awkwardly-shaped

items securely for probing. To the rear is a


CASE STUDY

For bearings manufactured in-house by Bowman at its factories in the Midlands, five from each batch are routinely inspected by analogue

scanning to check for accuracy and repeatability.

six-port probe rack that allows parts to be

inspected using multiple probes in a single,

automatic cycle. Components to benefit from

being measured in this way include tall

bearings and complex, 3D-printed plastic

components, such as polyamide 11 bearing

cages and seals for in-house-designed and

patented split bearings.

Unlike on the old CMM, which only used

touch-trigger probes, a notable difference

with the new LK inspection platform is that

the manufacturer supplied it with an SP25M

scanning probe in addition to a variety of

conventional probes, all for deployment on a

PH10M Plus motorised indexing head. To

enable tactile scanning as well as data

analysis and reporting, LK supplied its own

CAMIO 2024 R1 multi-sensor software and 3-

axis scanning module interfaced to its

NMC300 controller.

As Mr White pointed out, “On one of our

20 mm diameter bearings, for example, we

used to measure 12 points around the top

and bottom of the ID. We now capture more

than 100 points in a shorter time, which gives

us a much better idea of not only the

accuracy of the part but also the overall form

of the bore.”

He added that with the multiple sensing

capability provided by the indexing head

and software, it would be an easy matter to

incorporate a laser scanning sensor into the

metrology system. That will be advantageous

if there is a future requirement to inspect

complex parts made in two Hewlett-Packard

plastic 3D printing machines on site.

Installed in 2018, they regularly provide an

additive manufacturing bureau service in

addition to building parts for internal use.

Overall, quality control activities at

Bowman have been accelerated right along

the process chain, whether it is for ID/OD

checking, or for verification of concentricity,

circularity, flatness or feature position.

Programming in CAMIO takes half the time

at between 15 and 20 minutes compared with

when the previous CMM was in use and

measuring cycles at around five to six

Bowman has configured a lathe chuck as a workholding device that can be fixtured onto the

CMM’s base plate for securely retaining washers and other awkwardly shaped components

for inspection.

minutes are similarly shorter. The LK

software also cuts the time for producing

inspection reports for customers to typically

half an hour, faster by at least a factor of two

and up to four times.

Mr White also shared his positive

experience undergoing one-to-one training in

Castle Donington, which was carried out

while the CMM was being installed in

Abingdon. Not only was the learning

environment excellent, but the

individualised nature of the instruction

allowed a focus on measuring principles as

they apply to bearings, rather than involving

general metrology of marginal utility to him

that class training would have entailed. The

standard of knowledge he gained made it

easy for him, on his return to Bowman, to

train another member of staff. If either of

them comes across an unfamiliar aspect in

preparing a job for inspection or executing a

cycle, the helpdesk at LK is very good at

providing speedy support.

Mr Mitchell concluded, “We have

thousands of product lines and pride

ourselves on our comprehensive stock

availability, innovation, technical superiority

and next-day delivery. The ability of the LK

CMM to improve the speed and quality

control of our bearings is hugely important to

us.

“The fact that the supplier is a British

manufacturer was a real plus point, as the

Altera was available ex-stock and could be

delivered quickly. The existence of LK’s

factory in the UK also means that a high level

of local expertise and service backup is close

at hand. After using the new CMM regularly

for many months, we feel that our purchase

decision has been completely vindicated.”

www.LKmetrology.com


• CNC Grinding

• Surface Grinding

• Thread Grinding

• Centreless Grinding

• Honing

Tel: 0116 271 8188 Email: info@centralgrinding.co.uk

www.centralgrindingservices.co.uk


SERVICES DIRECTORY

ASSOCIATIONS

THE MANUFACTURING TECHoLoGIES ASSoCIATIoN

62 Bayswater Road, London WS 3PS

Tel: 0207 7298 6400

Web: www.mta.org.uk

AUCTIONEERS

APEx AUCTIoNS LIMITED - oNLINE MACHINE TooL AUCTIoNS.

PO Box 329, Brighton BN1 1TQ, United Kingdom.

Tel: UK Office: +44 (0) 1273 224466 US Office: +1 630 718 9804

Email: info@apexauctions.com

Web: www.apexauctions.com

AMS (UK) LTD

Gloucester Auction Centre, Bristol Road, Gloucester, GL2 5DD.

Tel: +44(0) 1452 207777

Email: info@ams.uk

Web: www.ams.uk

PEAKER PATTINSoN AUCTIoNEERS Ltd.

The Grange Offices, Aunby, Stamford, Lincs PE9 4EE, England

Tel: 01778 590111 Fax: 01778 590730

Email: info@ppauctions.com

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London Office: Tel: 0208 944 1898 Fax: 0208 879 7269

Email: london@ppauctions.com

AUCTIONS & VALUATIONS

LAMBERT SMITH HAMPToN

AuctionSales.AssetAdvisory@lsh.co.uk

Valuations.AssetAdvisory@lsh.co.uk

BARRELLING/SUPER FINISHING

SHARMIC ENGINEERING LIMITED

Vibratory/shotblast finishing. New & Used vibratory machines, repairs

& consumables

Baldwin Road, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcs.

Tel: 01299 878123 Fax: 01299 879409

Email: info@sharmic.co.uk

Web: www.sharmic.co.uk

BROACHING AND KEY WAY CUTTING

ALCESTER BRoACH & TooL Co. LTD.

Comprehensive sub-contracting broaching facilities, including own

tooling. Broach manufacturing and re-grind & repair services. The total

broaching service.

Pipers Road, Park Farm South, Redditch, Worcs B98 OHU

Tel: 01527 523107 Fax: 01527 526137

Email: sales@alcesterbroach.com

Web: www.alcesterbroach.com

BROACHING AND KEY WAY CUTTING

B & H GEARS LTD

Spur, helical, bevel. racks and pinions, sprockets, timing pulleys,

worms and wormwheels, gear crowning/barrelling/tapering, splining,

serration, broaching, internal and external gears.

Star Ironworks, Greenacres Road, Oldham, Lancs. OL4 2BT

Tel: 0161 627 4610

Fax: 0161 628 3141

Email: sales@bandhgears.co.uk

Web: www.bandhgears.co.uk

CNC GRINDING

CENTRAL GRINDING SERVICES LTD

Precision Internal & External C.N.C. Grinding, 50 offs up to large qtys,

all materials including Exotics, Carbide & Coatings. ISo 9001-2000.

3A Pomery Drive, Oadby Industrial Estate, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5NE.

Tel: 0116 271 8188 Fax: 0116 271 8199

Email: info@centralgrinding.co.uk

Web: www.centralgrindingservices.co.uk

CNC MACHINE TOOLS SPARES AND

SERVICE, REPAIRS

CNC SYSTEMS LTD

Fanuc Systems & Fuji AC and DC drive repairs, supply of spares and

installation.

40 Redwoods, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 1JN Tel: 07740 187341 Tel: 01932

830492

Email: offices@cncsystemsltd.co.uk

Web: www.cncsystemsltd.co.uk

CNC PROGRAMMING & TRAINING

GARDNER CNC

For Training: Programming: CAD/CAM Systems: Technical Assistance

and more. Help is just a phone call away.

1 Green Hill Farm, Bishop Itchington, Warwickshire CV4 72SS

Tel: 01926 614882 Fax: 01926 614884

Email: info@gardner-cnc.co.uk

CNC RETROFITTING

MACHINERY PLANT SERVICES LTD

Specialists in Retrofitting all types of Press Brakes and Guillotines -

App. UK Agent for CYBELEC Controls

38a Doddington Road, Earls Barton, Northampton NN6 0NF

Tel: 01604 811634 Fax: 01604 811123

Web: www.cybelec.co.uk

Email: info@machinery-plant-servs.com

CNC TURNING / MILLING

B & H GEARS LTD





Tel: 0161 627 4610 Fax: 0161 628 3141



N.A.B. PRECISIoN TooLING LTD

Up to 2 metres Diameter CNC Turning 900 Diameter x 4 meter BC.

Knowl Piece, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Herts SG4 0TY

Tel: 01462 456565 Fax: 01462 420039

Email: nab_sales@btconnect.com

Web: www.nabprecisiontooling.com

CNC VERTICAL BORING

N.A.B. PRECISIoN TooLING LTD

Up to 2 metres Diameter CNC Turning 900 Diameter x 4 meter BC.


Tel: 01462 456565 Fax: 01462 420039

Email: nab_sales@btconnect.com Web: www.nabprecisiontooling.com

DEEP HOLE BORING

HoNE-ALL PRECISIoN LTD

Capacity Available – Call us today!

AS9100D, ISo 9001:2015 & Rolls Royce approved supplier for: Deep

Hole Boring, Deep Hole Drilling, CNC Honing & CNC Turning, ø2.5mm

– 220mm internal diameter x over 3 metres long. Prototype to

production batch, aluminium to aermet, for the highest levels of quality

and service, contact us for a quote today!

Cherrycourt Way, Leighton Buzzard, Beds. LU7 4UH.

Tel: 01525 370666

Email: sales@hone-all.co.uk

Web: www.hone-all.co.uk

SUBCoN DRILLING LTD

ISo 9001 : 2015 Quality Assured Company. The UK Leader in Ejector

Drilling, Gun Drilling & Honing, fast response and turnaround.

Subcon Drilling, Unit 6, The Heron Business Park, Eastman Way,

Hemel Hempstead HP2 7FW. Tel: 01442 205960

Email: ryan@subcondrilling.co.uk

Web: www.subcondrilling.co.uk

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SERVICES DIRECTORY

DEEP HOLE DRILLING




Hole Boring, Deep Hole Drilling, CNC Honing & CNC Turning, ø2.5mm –

220mm internal diameter x over 3 metres long. Prototype to production

batch, aluminium to aermet, for the highest levels of quality and

service, contact us for a quote today!


Tel: 01525 370666



DIGITAL READOUT EQUIPMENT

MACHINE DRo

DRo supplier of all major brands including M-DRo, Newall, Acu-rite, Mitutoyo.

Linear and rotary encoders specialist. Install, repairs and spares.

Machine DRO Dept, Pindar Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 0BZ, UK.

Tel: +44 (0)1992 455921

Email: sales@machine-dro.co.uk

Web: www.machine-dro.co.uk

WARREN MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

Independent DRo company offering sales & service

on all makes of DRo.

9 Woodford Road, Burton, Latimer, Northants, NN15 5UX

Tel: 01536 722712

Fax: 01536 609025

Email heather@warrenmeasurement.co.uk

FINANCE FOR MACHINERY

CITY AND EURoPEAN ASSET FINANCE LIMITED

Independent finance broker funding machinery of all types, new or

used on Hire Purchase or Lease.

Tel: 01483 280111 Mobile: 07866 266100

Email: dmcphillips@leasingfinance.com

Web: www.cityandeuropean.co.uk

Contact Name: Duncan McPhillips.City and European Asset Finance Ltd is

authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

LINDSAY FINANCE

BUSINESS FINANCE SPECIALISTS

Tel: 0115 931 4545

Email: sales@lindsay.finance

Web: www.lindsay.finance

GEAR CUTTING

B & H GEARS LTD





Tel: 0161 627 4610

Fax: 0161 628 3141



GRINDING

CENTRAL GRINDING SERVICES LTD.

Precision grinding, 1 offs - batchwork, all materials, universal, surface,

centreless and thread grinding universal up to 2 metres long

3 Pomeroy Drive, Oadby Industrial Estate, Oadby, Leiceester, LE2 5NE

Tel: 0116 2718188

Fax: 0116 2718199

Email:info@centralgrinding.co.uk

Website: www.centralgrindingservices.co.uk

GUARDING

CRESCENT MACHINERY

PUWER Inspections, all types of machinery guarding. Mechanical

barriers or infra-red guarding, full perimeter interlock guarding.

Group Rhodes Limited, Unit 21, Calder Vale Road, Wakefield WF1 9RD.

Email: information@grouprhodes.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0) 1924 371161

GUILLOTINE BLADES

CRESCENT MACHINERY

Regrinding + Turning Service, same day regrinding if pre-booked.

New blades any size or make of machine.

To cut all materials. onsite service all makes of Guillotines.

Group Rhodes Limited, Unit 21, Calder Vale Road, Wakefield WF1 9RD.

Email: information@grouprhodes.co.uk

Tel:+44 (0) 1924 371161

GUN DRILLING









Tel: 01525 370666



SUBCoN DRILLING LTD


Drilling, Gundrilling & Honing, fast response and turnaround.

Subcon Drilling, Unit 6, The Heron Business Park, Eastmman Way, Hemel

Hempstead.

Tel: 01442 205960

Email: ryan@aol.com Web: www.subcondrilling.co.uk

HONING

APPERLEY HoNING LTD

Honing capacity available from 3.00mm to 750.00mm diameter and

lengths up to 15metres. ISo 9002

Contact: Michelle Sanders,

Malmesbury Road, Kingsditch Trading Estate, Cheltenham GL51 9PL

Tel: 01242 525868 Fax: 01242 224738

Email: michelle@apperleyhoning.co.uk

Web: www.apperleyhoning.co.uk

HONING









Tel: 01525 370666



SUBCoN DRILLING LTD


Drilling, Gun Drilling & Honing, fast response and turnaround.

Subcon Drilling, Unit 6, The Heron Business Park, Eastmman Way, Hemel

Hempstead.

Tel: 01442 205960

Email: ryan@subcondrilling.co.uk Web: www.subcondrilling.co.uk

INSPECTION EQUIPMENT

MIDLAND METRoLoGY LTD

Profile projectors, vision systems, hardness testers, granite plates/tables/squares –

used inspection equipment, calibration laboratory.

Unit G3, Little Heath Industrial Estate, Old Church Road, Coventry CV6 7ND

Tel: +44 (0) 2476 638280 Fax: +44 (0)2476 638772

Email: sales@midland-metrology.co.uk



SERVICES DIRECTORY

LAPPING

KEMET INTERNATIoNAL LTD

70 years experience in Lapping and Polishing Systems and

Consumables, fast and efficient contract Lapping service.

Cuxton Road, Maidstone, Kent ME15 9NJ

Tel: 01622 755287 Fax: 01622 670915

Email: sales@kemet.co.uk

Web: www.kemet-lapping.co.uk

PRECISIoN LAPPING LTD.

16 Marine Way, Hogwood Lane Industrial Estate, Finchampstead,

Berks RG40 4RF

Tel: 0118 973 5989 Fax: 0118 973 7241

Web: www.precision-lapping.co.uk

LASER CALIBRATION

C.D. MEASUREMENTS LTD

Specialists in laser calibration of machine tools & measuring

equipment. UKAS accredited. No. 0344 for on site calibration.

Chomlea House, Hadfield Road, Hadfield, Glossop, Derbys. SK13 2ER

Tel: 01457 852929 Fax: 01457 860619

Web: www.cdmeasurements.com

MACHINE TOOL REBUILD

BLUE DIAMoND MACHINE TooLS LTD

Suppliers of new and used machine tools, rebuilding and repairs,

suppliers of new tooling and sub-contract slideway grinding, CNC

retrofitting.

Unit 6B, Hackworth Park Industrial Estate, Shildon,

County Durham DL4 1HG

Tel: 01388 776052 Fax: 01388 774770

Email: sales@bdmtools.co.uk

Web: www.bluediamondmachinetools.co.uk

METROL

CNC SYSTEMS LTD

High accuracy sensors. Used on CNC Lathes, Machining Centres and Grinders.

40 Redwoods, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 1JN

Tel: 01932 830492 Mob: 07740 187341

Email: offices@cncsystemsltd.co.uk Web: www.cncsystemsltd.co.uK

PRESS SERVICING MAINTENANCE

GRoUP RHoDES LTD

(Competitive oEM Mechanical and Electrical repairs to Rhodes, HME,

Bentley, Cowlishaw Walker and other makes. Full Spares service and

free advice on CE/PUWER legislation. ISo 9001, ISo 14001 and CE

(Lloyds) approved)

PO Box 740, Calder Vale Road, Wakefield, WF1 5PE.

Tel: +44 (0)1924 371161 Fax +44 (0)1924 370928

Email: sales@grouprhodes.co.uk

Website: www.grouprhodes.com

T.M.A. ENGINEERING LTD

Power Press Specialists, Service, Spares, Repairs, Insurance

Inspections, Maintenance, Guards.

95-111 Tyburn Road, Erdington, Birmingham B24 8NQ

Tel: 0121 328 1908 Fax: 0121 322 2017

Email: sales@TMAeng.co.uk

Web: www.TMAeng.co.uk

PRESSBRAKE TOOLING

PK TooLING

New & Used Pressbrake Tooling supplier for most makes of machines

282 Newton Road, Rushden, Northants, NN10 0SY.

Tel: 01933 355726

Email: sales@pktooling.com

Web: www.pktooling.com

PRODUCTION CONTROL SOFTWARE

PSL DATATRACK

Production control software for sub-contractors and precision engineers.

Quotations, Sales & Works orders, Process Layouts, Stock Control, Purchasing,

Scheduling, Shop Floor Data Collection, Quality & Tooling, Traceability, Financial,

CRM.

Lily Hill House, Lily Hill Road, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 2SJ

Tel: 01344 827312 or 08456 345931

Email: machworld@psldatatrack.com Web: www.psldatatrack.com

ROLLFORMERS

FoRMIT LIMITED

Design & supply of cold Rollform Equipment & Tooling, Press Feeding

& Coil Processing Equipment. New & Used Machinery For Sale

Unit 3, City Estate, Corngreaves Road, Cradley Heath,

West Midlands B64 7EP.

Tel: 01384 895150

Email: sales@formit.co.uk Web: www.formit.co.uk

ROLLING MILLS

DURSToN RoLLING MILLS

Rolling mills for all applications

Progress House, Hospital Hill, Waterside, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 1PJ

Tel: 01494 535388 Fax: 01494 792966

Email: sales@durston.co.uk Web: www.durston.com

ROTARY TABLES

1st MACHINE TooL ACCESSoRIES

4th & 5th Axis tables and custom-buillt solutions.

1 The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wilts SP5 3JJ

Tel: 01725 514000 Email: enquiries@kitagawaeurope.com

SAWING

ACCURATE CUTTING SERVICES

Saws and blades by Amada for optimum cutting performance.

To find out more about Amada high speed cutting machines and blades,

call us on 01527 527058

Email: sales@accurate-cutting.co.uk Web: www.accurate-cutting.co.uk

ADDISoN SAWS LTD

(Sawing machine and consumables specialists. Est. 55 years)

Attwood Street, Lye, Stourbridge, West Midlands DY9 8RU

Tel: 01384 264950 Fax: 01384 264955

Email: sales@addisonsaws.co.uk Web: www.addisonsaws.co.uk

BEHRINGER LTD

(SAWING MACHINE SUPPLIER ESTABLISHED oVER 100 YEARS)

Subsidiary of the parent company Behringer GmbH, in Germany. Behringer,

Behringer Eisele and Vernet Behringer products

Complete range of billet cutting and mitre cutting, band saws and circular

cold saws and plate saws including Vernet Behringer structural fabrication

processing equipment.

Handling equipment to suit specific requirements

After sales and service and support across the UK with next day delivery.

Demonstrations available at our service centre

Tel 01296 668259. Web: www.behringerltd.co.uk

Email info@uk.behringer.net

ADS PRECISIoN LTD

For all your metal cutting needs. Suppliers of new & used metal sawing

bandsaws & circular saws (from manual to automatic CNC), Bahco bimetal

& carbide bandsaw blades, spare parts for a wide range of saws,

breakdown, repairs & servicing, lubricants and in house subcontract

cutting/sawing, CNC milling, turning and machining.

Unit 1, Aspen Court, Centurion Business Park, Bessemer Way,

Rotherham S60 1FB. Tel: 0114 2347352 Fax: 0114 2347362

Email: sales@adsprecision.com Web: www.adsprecision.com

jHP MACHINE SALES LTD

UK agents for BEWo and RUSCH Sawing Machinery, Manual to

Automatic and CNC Bandsaws, Automatic Tube Saws, Circular Saws,

Blades, Breakdowns, Spares, Service and Repairs to a wide range of

machinery.

EchoENG: A wide range of Machine Tools i.e., Press Brakes,

Guillotines, Machining Centers. Lathes, Mills and much much more.

UK agents for DYNoBEND Bending and Tube end forming Machines.

Unit 2 Phoenix Park Ind Est, Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh SO50 6PQ

Tel: 02381 942827 Email: sales@jhpengineeringservices.co.uk



SERVICES DIRECTORY

SCRAP METAL RECYCLING

H. A. MASoN (METALS) LTD

Buyers of all non-ferrous scrap metals

Two Woods Lane, off Mill Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands DY5 1TA

Tel: 01384 79841 Fax: 01384 76414

Email: info@masonmetals.co.uk Web: www.masonmetals.co.uk

SERVO MOTOR & DRIVE REPAIRS

EURoSERV LIMITED

Specialist Repairs to all Manufactures of Servomotors, Spindle Motors

and Drives + Associated Equipment.

Unit 16 & 17, Whitworth Road, Armstrong Industrial Estate, Washington,

Tyne & Wear

NE37 1PP. Tel: +44 (0)1915 193344 Fax: +44 (0)1915 368707

Email: enquiries@euroservltd.net Web: www.euroservltd.net

SERVICE & REPAIR

TPH MACHINE TooLS

offer Service & Repair on most Metalworking & Fab Machines,

both Electrical & Mechanical

Tel: +44 (0)1708 523916 Email: miket@tphmachinetools.co.uk

Web: www.tphmachinetools.co.uk. Established 1923

SHOT BLAST MACHINE ENGINEERS

DoUG BooTH & SoNS (SHoTBLAST) LTD.

The largest UK stocks of new and re-conditioned shotblast machines

of all types.

Olympia Works, Church Street, Ossett, Wakefield, West Yorks WF5 9DG

Tel: 01924 274887 Fax: 01924 262219

Email: paul@dougbooth.co.uk Web: www.dougbooth.co.uk

MNB PRECISIoN

MNB offer precison services including CNC Milling and Turning, jig

Boring, Spark-Erosion, Wire-Erosion, Grinding and Shot Peening up 8M

long.

Units 3-5 Binns Close, Torrington Avenue, Coventry, CV4 9TB

Tel: +44 (0) 2476 695 959 Fax: 08721116698

Email: info@mnbprecision.com Web: www.mnbprecision.com

SLIDEWAY GRINDING

BLUE DIAMoND MACHINE TooLS LTD

Suppliers of new and used machine tools, rebuilding and repairs,

suppliers of new tooling and sub-contract slideway grinding, CNC

retrofitting.

Unit 6, Hackworth Park Industrial Estate, Sheldon, County Durham.

Tel: 01388 776052 Fax: 01388 774770

Email: sales@bdmtools.co.uk Web: www.bluediamondmachinetools.co.uk

SUB-CONTRACTING - GRINDING

CENTRAL GRINDING SERVICES LTD

Precision Internal & External C.N.C. Grinding, 50 offs up to large qtys,

all materials including Exotics, Carbide & Coatings. ISo 9001-2000.

3A Pomery Drive, Oadby Industrial Estate, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5NE.

Tel: 0116 271 8188 Fax: 0116 271 8199

Email: carl@centralgrinding.co.uk Web: www.centralgrindingservices.co.uk

SUBCONTRACTING – HONING

DELAPENA GRoUP

Delapena subcontract honing facility provides fast, efficient and cost

effective superior honing service.

With our comprehensive suite of delapena honing machines we are

known for precise, controllable and repeatable honing.

Request a quotation today.

The Delapena GroupThe Runnings, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. GL51 9NJ

Email: t.elliott@delapena.co.uk Tel: 01242 516341

SUB-CONTRACTING - SAWING,

MACHINING, MILLING, TURNING & LATHE

SERVICES

ADS PRECISIoN LTD

For all your metal cutting needs. Suppliers of new & used metal sawing

bandsaws & circular saws (from manual to automatic CNC), Bahco bimetal

& carbide bandsaw blades, spare parts for a wide range of saws,

breakdown, repairs & servicing, lubricants and in house subcontract

cutting/sawing, CNC milling, turning and machining.

710a-716 Penistone Road, Hillsborough, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 2DF

Tel: 0114 2347352 Fax: 0114 2347362

Email: sales@adsprecision.com Web: www.adsprecision.com

THREAD CUTTING

KINGSToN ENGINEERING Co (HULL) LTD

Specialist manufacturers and producers of bespoke Power Screws. We

offer a variety of specialised engineering services and based on using

materials and specifications to suit customer's exact needs, we

produce complimentary nuts and fittings.

Pennington Street, Hull, HU8 7LD

Tel: 01482 325676 Fax: 01482 216438 Mobile: 07901 857045

www.kingston-engineering.co.uk Email : paul@kingston-engineering.co.uk

TOOL MAKERS

jCP SERVICES LIMITED

Tooling For Tin Box & Bakeware Plus Precision Engineers. We

specialise in the manufacture of tin box, bakeware and progressive

tooling. Press work also undertaken. We also offer a large variety of

precision engineering CNC machinery.

Unit 50, Wakefield Commercial Park, Engine Lane, Bridge Road,

Horbury Junction, Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF4 5NW.

Tel: 01924 278585 Mobile: 07709 531317

Email: jcpservicesltd@gmail.com Web: www.jcpservicesltd.org.uk/

TUBE MANIPULATION

HLP TUBE FoRMERS LTD

Specialists in CNC Bending, Cutting, Welding & Fabrication

Unit 17 Pant Glas Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8DR

Tel: 029 2086 2122 Fax: 029 2086 0823

Email: bernice.page@hlptube.co.uk

Web: www.hlptube.co.uk

VALUATION PLANT & MACHINERY

TPH MACHINE TooLS

offer Service & Repair on most Metalworking & Fab Machines,

both Electrical & Mechanical

Tel: +44 (0)1708 523916 Email: miket@tphmachinetools.co.uk

Web: www.tphmachinetools.co.uk. Established 1923

VERTICAL BORING

N.A.B. Precision tooling ltd

Up to 2 metres Diameter CNC Turning.


Tel: 01462 456565 Fax: 01462 420039

Email: nab_sales@btconnect.com Web: www.nabprecisiontooling.com

WATERJET CUTTING

CRoSS ENGINEERING SWANSEA LTD

Specialists in Waterjet cutting. 2 number twin head Flow machines

4mtr x 2mtr capacity, any material upto 200mm thickness also sub

contract machining and fabrication capacity

Garngoch Industrial Estate, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 9GE

Web: www.crosswaterservices.co.uk www.crossengineering.co.uk

Tel: 01792 893491

WORKHOLDING

1st MACHINE TooL ACCESSoRIES

High quality work holding, fixturing, clamping, chucks & collets

available from stock.

1 The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wilts SP5 3JJ

Tel: 0800 783 0510 Email: enquiries@1stmta.com



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Doosan VC510 & DNM Machining Centres, Doosan Puma

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Machinery previously used by James Brown Industries (in-Liquidation)

Bidding Ends: Wednesday 19th February 2025 at 3pm (UK Time)

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ADVERTISERS INDEX

1st Machine Tool Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Accurate Cutting Services . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover

Amada (UK) Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Ashmores Press Brake Tools Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Axe & Status Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Blue Diamond Machine Tools Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Bode Positioners Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Central Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Cottrill & Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Igus (UK) Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Kerf Developments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

LBW Machines Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Front Cover

MACH 2026 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

MTA London . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

New Century Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Penico Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Phil Geesin Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Richard Hoare Plant & Machinery Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Southern Manufacturing & Electronics . . . . . . . . .13, 44

Subcon Drilling Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Tayside Machinery Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Technova Precision Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Tenga Machine Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Tracey Machinery Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Westermans International . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover

Wigmore CNC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

World Machinery (Shropshire) Ltd . . . . . . .Back Cover

FEATURES PROGRAMME 2025

MARCH

u Turning

u Drilling &Tapping, Milling.

u Robotics & Automation u MACH Review

APRIL

u Welding

u Sheet Metal, Punching, Bending, Profile Forming

u Grinding Deburring Surface finishing.

u CIMT 2025

MAY

u Laser, Plasma,Waterjet Cutting

u Spark Erosion, EDM & ECM

u Metrology inc Inspection & quality control

u Metaltech &Autmex

JUNE

u Robotics & Automation

u Chucks, Clamps & Workholding Equipment

u Drilling & Milling

u Subcon 2025

JULY

u Grinding Deburring & Surface finishing

u Cleaning & Degreasing.

u Waste Management

u Sawing Machines

u Tooling

u Lubricants & Coolants

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

u CAD/CAM

u Chains & Bearings

u Laser, Plasma, Waterjet Cutting

OCTOBER

u Robotics & Automation

u AeroSpace Engineering

u Metrology inc Inspection & quality control

u Advanced Engineering

NOVEMBER

u Grinding Deburring & Surface Finishing,

u Medical engineering

u Drilling & Milling

DECEMBER

u Welding, Laser, Plasma & Waterjet Cutting

u Lubricants & Coolants

u Autosport Engineering


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