Pferd offers a new speed-adjustable micro motor system. According to the specialist for surface treatment and cutting tools, the drive system is characterised by its slim and compact design as well as his cost-effectiveness.

Germany – With the VHM-HPC universal end mill concept Starmax (diameter: 3-25mm), tool manufacturer Inovatools said it has recently made the HPC end milling of steel materials – contour milling, angular in-feed milling and pocket milling – quick and cost-effective.

Technologies for the additive manufacturing of metal parts remain on the advance. One German mould maker adopted the technique five years ago and continues to churn out tooling inserts with the method.

An optimised cutting geometry for universal use in a wide range of materials allows customers the opportunity to significantly reduce their tap stock usage, according to supplier Iscar.

How will ultra-hard materials be defined in the future, and can they be milled today with reliable processes? Union Tool wanted to find out, so it worked with partners to test the limits of its cutting tools.

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The international tooling network is a concept by WBA Tooling Academy Aachen to enable tool shops to internationalise their production. In six steps, tool shops are prepared for successful and effective collaboration around the globe.

Germany – A clean and tidy work piece is essential for carrying out tactile measurements. But components must also have the right temperature – a state of affairs a German mould maker and their partners achieved with a dedicated cleaning chamber with added vacuum drying.

After its success with the clamping system for mould-making, Meusburger has expanded its product portfolio with the H 3000, a clamping system particularly for die-making. Users benefit from the efficiency and repeatable accuracy by positioning, fixing and clamping workpieces in one work step.

Germany/Switzerland - Additive manufacturing enables the production of metal mould inserts that feature conformal cooling to ensure and control temperature homogeneity for shorter cycle times. GF Machining Solutions and EOS collaborate to integrate AM into companies’ production process. By Barbara Schulz