LPKF Application Center expands production range. The new clean room in Erlangen, Germany started operations at the end of 2010. LPKF LaserWelding uses it for welding-process evaluations, especially for particularly sensitive plastic products. Microfluidic systems are tiny magic boxes used to carry out complex analysis or processes in a minimal amount of space. It is also obvious that tiny dust particles can cause serious problems with channels and welding seams only a few micrometers wide. (…)

Be it that your company has already established a presence in that region or be it that you have plans to enter this growing and promising market: Medtech Switzerland and its co-organizer Ernst & Young have put together an attractive program that will give you a good overview on recent developments, the opportunities as well as the challenges of this market. Expert presentations, first-hand experience from Swiss entrepreneurs and networking opportunities characterize the program (…)

Following the brief information published by the company on February 11 [(see here)->http://eurotec-online.com/2011/02/1..., we were able to gather a few more… even if it is really early to speak about that. Will this artist picture come true? A surface treatment machine close to the one that produces the parts? The company bought the know-how and new patents of the system for about CHF 4 million. In fact Tornos bought the start-up company the inventors are launching to produce this new (…)

For over 25 years, Robert Renaud SA (Bevaix - Switzerland) develops and produces high quality spindles. Their precision, performance and quality reputation goes far beyond the borders of the country. The company offers a wide product range of standard spindles and also develops tailor-made solutions. The new spindle and its carbon body (optional) impresses by its finishing degree and the quality and power impression it creates. For instance the new HFCC 210580, HSK 63 A. Power 42 kW, (…)

Schneider mc SA in Chavornay celebrates its 20-year anniversary this year. For this reason the well-known Swiss machine tool dealer invites all interested visitors on March 24 and 25 to its in-house exhibition in Chavornay. Under the theme "20 years - Schneider mc SA" visitors will be able to discover the Brother TC S2D O, TC-R2B and TC 32 BN QT models as well as the Miyano BNA 42S. Schneider mc SA - 20 years successfully on the Swiss market Schneider mc SA was founded in 1991 by Peter (…)

This morning Tornos Holding announced officially that the company will propose a new concept/machine for surface treatments. We don’t have any technical information yet… and also no calendar for market introduction. Tornos Holding S.A. is acquiring the patents and know-how for a new machine concept that will enable to surface-treat machined parts. The acquisition responds to a major market need by enabling Tornos Group customers to increase their own share of the value-added chain, shorten (…)

Fritz Schiess AG carries out complex parts by fineblanking using leading-edge technologies. It is equipped with new presses in order to increase its manufacturing performance. Thanks to intelligent solutions implemented to address the issues of design and tooling, the company is now able to increase its production rates. Characteristics Fritz Schiess AG produces gears and many small precision parts and assemblies using a method of fine blanking enabling a considerable reduction of (…)

Mention dental technology in Italy, and it is likely that the company Sweden & Martina SPA will also follow in the same breath. The company, founded over 30 years ago and with around 135 highly-trained employees, develops, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of innovative dental technology components with impressive efficiency from its headquarters near Padua. The company is increasingly relying on "Hightech made in Switzerland" and, as a result, the production decision-makers are (…)

From April 4 to 8, the Hanover fair will show a full fairground. 13 main themes compose the event and are each a specialized exhibition. The general idea of the event this year is "smart efficiency" or how to optimize wisely, including resources, processes and costs. In the halls 3 to 6, "industrial supply" will be held. Primarily intended for subcontracting and precision machining, this exhibition traditionally hosts a joint booth organised by OSEC. What happens in 2011? As in past (…)

Laser welding of plastic is gaining strongly in importance. LPKF Laser & Electronics AG showcases products from the recently inaugurated clean room: the presentations at MEDTEC Europe are in Hall 8 on Stand 8263. “Laser plastic welding really scores in the medical sector in particular, because the technique is extremely hygienic, particle-free and safe. The rising demand in the consumer goods sector and the automotive industry also confirms the importance of these properties for product (…)