Additive manufacturing optimizes tools
Honeycomb structure makes bell mold lighter
Mapal has used the selective laser melting process to reduce the weight of its bell tool with brazed PCD cutting edges.
read more...read more...Walter closes production site in Frankfurt
The precision tool manufacturer Walter is planning to reduce its production capacity in Germany. Production at the Frankfurt site is to be phased out by 2021.
read more...Zecha criticizes economic policy
According to the VDMA Precision Tools Association, the production value of around 10.4 billion euros was around 7% below the record year of 2018. There was criticism of economic policy in relation to the automotive industry.
read more...Getting started in tool and mold making
Tool and mold makers expect a high level of process and product expertise from their cutting tool manufacturer. They demand maximum precision, long tool life and, above all, process reliability from their tools. This is where a new tool series from Mapal comes in.
read more...Two months more machine capacity
In addition to lightweight materials such as aluminum, plastic parts are taking on more and more functions in vehicles, machines and electrical appliances. At the same time, their shapes are becoming increasingly complex. Production cycles are also becoming shorter and shorter, while the number of injection-molded parts per tool is increasing. For mold makers, this results in new requirements for design, development and production.
read more...Acting strategically against the crisis
The German mechanical engineering industry is experiencing a downturn. Automotive-related companies are particularly affected, including machine tool manufacturers. But they are not letting it get them down. The time has come for them to make strategic decisions.
read more...Economical even in difficult drilling situations
Mapal launches tools for solid drilling in steel. The Mega-Deep-Drill and Mega-Pilot Drill series can be used to drill the smallest holes as well as deep holes.
read more...Müller offers trainees pilot training
As part of a training course, Müller Präzisionswerkzeuge from Sien covers all the costs for a gliding license.
read more...Tool systems between standard and customized
Horn traditionally presents new tools at the EMO. This year, these include MKD-tipped ball nose end mills, user-specific profiled inserts and a new holder system.
read more...New factory building in Aldingen
Hommel+Keller invests over 6 million euros
With an investment volume of more than 6 million euros, Hommel+Keller Präzisionswerkzeuge is investing in the Aldingen site and is building a new company headquarters with expanded production areas due to capacity bottlenecks.
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