The future of 2D laser cutting

For several years now job shops have grown familiar to using 2D laser cutting for higher productivity in the sheet metal processing industry.

New approach to creating toolpaths for improved cutting

Machining steel at high temperatures using the right tools and toolpaths can result in exceptional productivity improvements. 

High-resolution measurement tool for simultaneous surface detail

These days there has been a tremendous need for a range of high resolution systems for contour and surface finish measurement in the demanding automotive, bearings and gears application industries. 

Oil & gas materials require machining expertise

Aside from challenging features, the other unifying factor relating to the machining of oil and gas industry parts is tough workpiece materials. From heat resistant super alloys and titanium used for stationary gas turbines, through to super duplex alloys for piping components, cutting tool expertise is at the forefront of machining success.

Future of mining in Africa

The amount of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Africa has increased significantly despite a decline in other emerging markets, to reach a level of US$46 billion in 2012. A large proportion of this investment has been directed at the mining sector in Africa due to the availability of resources in African countries.

Economics of metal cutting

A pragmatic definition of global production economics is: “Assuring maximum security in, and predictability of, the machining process, while maintaining highest productivity and lowest production costs”.

Bystronic – Bringing laser cutting technology to Vietnam

Thirty years ago if the topic of lasers came up in a conversation you’d have probably been talking about a new Star Wars movie. These days however lasers are everywhere, and the word itself has become part of the contemporary vernacular.

An interview with Dr. Christian Braun of DMG MORI

One of the many machines showcased at the recent Metaltech 2014 is the MILLTAP 700, which is the first joint product of DMG MORI. DMG comes from Germany with a history of 150 years, while MORI was set up 66 years ago. With both Japanese and German engineers working together to design a machining center, using a small footprint which was very beneficial to the market as it was affordable. INTERNATIONAL METALWORKING NEWS FOR ASIA (IMNA) spoke to Dr. Christian Braun, Managing Director of DMG MOR

UItra-precised machined stars

Invented more than 70 years ago to de-glaze cylinder bores in early automobile engines, conventional honing today can meet the most advanced aerospace requirements for ultra-precise machined parts. Computer controls, new tool designs, new abrasives, integrated air-gage part measurement, and servo-driven tool feed systems and spindles enable new honing machines to produce part bores with 0.000010-inch accuracy and crosshatched surface finishes targeted to a very narrow range. Honing can even c

ShapeGrabber, OGP talk about partnership

OTTAWA, Canada-based ShapeGrabber is a 3D laser scanning company that was recently acquired by the world's largest vision metrology company, Quality Vision International (QVI). Pierre Aubrey, the president of ShapeGrabber, was recently in town to meet with Kelly Ho, general manager of OGP, which is also a subsidiary of QVI. INTERNATIONAL METALWORKING NEWS FOR ASIA (IMNA) sat down with them to discuss their exciting new partnership, the necessary move towards automation, and the time-saving po

Process simulate helps reduce costs by a factor of 10

VP Automation Systems Co., Ltd. (VP Automation) is using the Process Simulate solution in the Tecnomatix® portfolio from product lifecycle management (PLM) provider Siemens PLM Software to help automate changes to robotic systems on the manufacturing floor. The company is a leading supplier of robot services and solutions, renovating, installing and modifying robotic systems for customers throughout Thailand.

EuroBLECH 2014: Draws global spectators all set to invest

EuroBLECH 2014, the 23rd International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, closed its doors today in Hanover, Germany, after five successful exhibition days. A total of 59,600 trade visitors came to visit the world’s biggest sheet metal working show to find out about the latest technology trends for sheet metal processing. A record number of 1,573 exhibitors from 38 countries put a wide range of innovative solutions, cutting edge technology, and an enormous amount of live machine demon