Enormous energy savings

The Institute of Production Engineering and Machine Tools at Leibniz University in Hannover has researched how to save energy during machining by adjusting coolant pressure. CADCAM specialist Open Mind provided financial support for the project and supplied the component geometry and programming for milling and analyses. The project revealed a way to determine the optimal level of coolant pressure concerning the degree of tool wear that occurs, resulting in energy savings of up to 33%. In the future, methods based on machine learning will make it possible to control coolant pressure as needed via optimised NC code.
For further information www.openmind-tech.com

Contract manufacturing network for AM

EOS, a supplier for responsible manufacturing solutions via industrial 3D printing technology, has launched its new contract manufacturing network. The network connects end customers with established additive manufacturing (AM) production partners, so they can create high-quality parts in a fast and reliable way. Initially the network will be set up in the EMEA region with seven partners, namely FKM, Erpro, Volum-e, Pankl, Materialise, Oerlikon, and Hasenauer & Hesser. It will be expanded globally, with more partners joining over the coming months.
For further information www.eos.info

30 years of partnership in machine tool sector

Wanner International and Pumps and Equipment (Warwick) are celebrating the 30th year of their partnership in bringing pump systems to the machine tool industry. Pumps and Equipment is currently servicing over 100 Wanner Hydra-Cell pumps per annum, some of which were fitted over 20 years ago and are still running efficiently. These cover applications from milling and drilling, through to grinding. With no dynamic seals, the pumps need little maintenance, reliably handling corrosive, abrasive and non-lubricating liquids and fine solids up to 500 µm, while delivering up to 90% energy efficiency with coolants.
For further information www.hydra-cell.co.uk/machinetool

Ceratizit grows customer support

In announcing its latest recruit, Ceratizit UK & Ireland continues to expand and develop its levels of customer support in the south and southwest of England. Joining the growing applications engineering team is Darrell Hessan, who began his career as an apprentice toolmaker before progressing through general subcontract manufacturing, where he gained experience across a range of machining roles. Hessan’s experience will be put to good use working with Ceratizit customers on new and current projects, helping to drive down manufacturing costs and improve overall efficiency.
For further information www.ceratizit.com

Trumpf names open house dates

The Trumpf UK 2022 open house event in Luton is a prime opportunity for OEMs and subcontractors to be inspired by machine and software solutions, from design through to automated manufacture, and the latest developments in laser cutting, punching, welding, bending and laser marking technologies. Technical experts in each of these fields will be available on both days.

Special focus will be on automated laser welding and new process features, such as Edgeline Bevel, an innovation that allows flat-bed laser machines to produce chamfers and countersinks in sheet metal. Visitors will also see to the full suite of Trumpf digital services and the new OSEON software for connecting manufacturing processes, material flow, machines and employees.
For further information www.bit.ly/3fHcUnm