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Mapal is presenting two new PCD tools for machining demanding aerospace components. (Mapal)

Germany — In aircraft construction, thousands of bores have to be drilled into composite components and material assemblies for riveted connections. Solid carbide drills with a diamond coating are usually used for this. However, these are unsuitable for special applications. What's the alternative?

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The special feature of the innovative EDG technology is the combination of electrical discharge machining and mechanical grinding. (Anca)

Germany — The more difficult a material is to machine, the more robust, the tools for machining them have to be. However, the production and sharpening of hard tools, such as PCD tools, requires specially tailored machines. Anca has therefore developed an EDG machine suitable for this task.

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Buehler provides different version, but all share the quality the Buehler name promises. (Buehler)

With time becoming an increasingly important factor in every area, every minute saved can make the difference. Buehler is aiming to reduce the time in lab testing with their new line of Automet grinder-polishers.

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UK — With the arrival of the FGC 2 Flexible Grinding Centre from the Winbro Technology Group, the Engineering Technology Group (ETG) now also offers 5-axis grinding.

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3D Systems sells its on-demand manufacturing business to Trilantic North America. (Public Domain)

USA — Additive manufacturing expert 3D Systems has signed an agreement to sell its On Demand Manufacturing business to private equity firm Trilantic North America. The purchase price is $ 82 million, subject to certain closing conditions and adjustments.

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Not only do the taps work for a range of materials, they also offer increased durability.

A plug-in allows for measurement to be integrated into production.

The complexity of five-axis machining (e.g., rotary table, swinging trunnion, etc.) can make it difficult to manually align and tune the machine tool, but accuracy is required for precision mould work. Five-axis auto-tuning is a solution.

Unlike most other ball cage punching machines, in which multiple components need to be taken apart in order to retool, on the Karl Klink machine the cutting punch and its holder can be exchanged with the punch tool in place. Furthermore, no unreliable adjustment spindles and clamps are needed. (Karl Klink)

Germany — The RT-HLKK1000 punching machine from Karl Klink is designed with a servo drive. This drastically reduces the cycle time and improves cut quality — for instance in the production of ball cages for the automotive industry.

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VDWF's "Voll Wild" event included a visit to Meissner, a Wallau-based tool and mould maker, as well as a tour around the facilities of Bikar Metalle in Bad Berleburg. Presentations about the importance of IT security and how to create a "dream company" rounded off the interesting event. (wort und form, VDWF)

Germany – The German Association of Tool and Mould Makers‘ (VDWF) networking event for young entrepreneurs “Voll Wild” entered the third round on 27 September 2016. The event once again exceeded expectations, drawing around 50 participants to the event, which aims to bring young entrepreneurs in Germany’s mould making sector together.

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A cable tie plastic injection mould being sparked on the EDNC6. (NCMT )

UK — The manufacturer of cable tie moulds, Hellermann Tyton, could increase EDM performance and reduce costs by investing in a special spark erosion machine.

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