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Oliver Heidisch, service technician at KMT in Germany: “We provide knowledge in how to improve the productivity of the machines” The service technicians are no doubt the part of KMT that has the closest relationship to the customer. “In a way, it is our job that really gives our company a competitive edge over other machine manufacturers,” says Oliver Heidisch, service technician at KMT in Germany. “We don’t just make the machines work, we also provide knowledge in how to improve the productivity of the machines.” Oliver Heidisch was employed by KMT in 2008. Before that he worked at one of the largest maintenance outsourcing companies in Germany. “I have trained for 3,5 years in industrial mechanics,” says Oliver Heidisch. “The service technicians at KMT have a very varied background, but most of them have some sort of higher technical education. Even though they have different training, they are all very experienced in maintenance and field service support.” Oliver developed his big interest in this profession while in an industrial placement during school. After the secondary school, he decided to start his industrial training in machine mechanics in a local company. Close relationship Oliver and the other technicians often visit the same customers, and the service projects can last for more than a year. “It will certainly lead to a close contact between the technician and the other work crew, for instance at a production plant,” says Oliver Heidisch. “We get a good insight in the production reality of the customer, and a good picture of the different situations than can occur and affect the machines. We are a great resource for the customer.” Service technicians perform field service support for mechanical, electrical and applications, as well as machine rebuilding and refurbishments, either on or off-site, depending on the clients needs and wishes. Common sense The KMT grinding machines are high precision tools, known for their longevity. “And there is a lot that can be done to extend the life of the machines, for instance upgrade to new CNC controls, dressing systems and sensors, or perform software enhancements,” says Oliver Heidisch. “A lot of the time, it is a matter of common sense, like preventive maintenance. It is an easy step to take, that will avoid the costs and inconvenience of unplanned productions stops.” “And there is a lot that can be done to extend the life of the machines, for instance upgrade to new CNC controls, dressing systems and sensors, or perform software enhancements,” says Oliver Heidisch. The customer always comes first for Oliver. “In a way, we take a pride in our job to provide service to our customers,” he says. “Not just to meet their expectation, but also to exceed them.” n FACTs ABOUT OLIVER HEIDIsCH Where he lives: In a small village in the southern part of Thueringia in Germany Age: 37 Family: not married, since 8 years a girlfriend, 17years old daughter Education: 3,5 years, machine technician, after that working in various companies as technician for maintenance, rebuilding and repair Hobbies: motorsport, sailing, cycling 20 | High Precision Grinding www.kmtgrinding.com
Control panel breathes new life into older control systems A new control panel in a Uvatronic 2 not only extends its service life. Its communication is also considerably more efficient. “The new control panel has functions to use a computer in the panel to connect directly to the machine via Ethernet and then we can solve the program changes, etc. says Ronny Strandberg, software developer at KMT in Bromma. “This saves time and money for the customer.” Although KMT Precision Grinding machines are renowned for their long service life, customers’ needs are constantly changing. This is why KMT offers a range of different upgrade packages to extend the service lives of its grinding machines and increase their productivity. One update that has improved grinding results and reduced scrap for the customer involves switching from a belt driven chuck head to a directly driven one. “This means that the motor drives the shaft directly, leading to less disruption and better results in the long run,” says Urban Myrefors, plant manager at KMT’s plant in Bromma. Faster Loading He also mentions the introduction of a vacuum gripping system produced in order to speed siemens.com/sinumerik up loading and unloading of work pieces. . There are also various upgrade packages available for updating older control systems and offering optimisation of processes and the software that controls the machine so as to achieve shorter cycle times and better quality. KMT is currently working on a new control panel for machines fitted with the Uvatronic 2 control system. It looks much the same as the control panel found on the latest control system, Uvatronic 3. “This control panel is being fitted with a Windows PC, which this control system did not have previously. Communication is routed via Ethernet into a small PLC which converts the format so that it is suitable for the Uvatronic 2 control system. This means that you can get a new panel to work on an older machine,” explains Ronny Strandberg. Easier to use Instead of traditional buttons, the new panel comes with pushbuttons on the screen; it is also equipped with a detachable pendant which allows the operator to work a short distance away from the machine. But according to Ronny Strandberg, the biggest advantage is the built-in computer which allows the customer to get help easily and quickly if anything goes wrong. Urban Myrefors, plant manager at the KMT plant in Bromma. “Quite simply, the customer establishes a connection with us so that we can perform actions from the office instead of having to travel out to the customer’s premises. This saves a lot of time and money as there is less travelling involved and no need to explain a problem over the phone, a task which can sometimes be quite difficult.” n Increase productivity using SINUMERIK The innovative CNC platform to meet all requirements www.kmtgrinding.com High Precision Grinding | 21 90886_E20001-F600-P610_AZ_SINUMERIK_Solution_Dachmotiv_186x65.indd 1 21.06.12 13:49
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