On the occasion of the Simodec, Emissa will unveil an axial turret of a completely new genre. Designed to become the heart of a new machine for the automotive market, it offers advantages of setting and compactness without common measure with the existing solutions on the market. As always with Emissa, this new machine to be unveiled a little later this year (probably at Biemh) relies on proven concepts to better get out of the beaten tracks. Proven elements The new axial turret presented (…)

As presented yesterday, the MAM 2014 consists in two days of excellent presentations from industrial and academic leaders in the field of microassembly and micro machining. Let’s carry on our discoveries. This year included special sessions on micro-manufacturing applications, notably Medtech and Watchmaking. Reuniting about 90 people from 8 countries, the event is of high level and touches all aspects of micro and nano products. With this unique blend of academic and industrial aspects, (…)

As every year for 5 years, the future of micro and nano manufacturing and equipement is discussed in Villars under the patronage of Micronard and Mancef. The programme of the day is mainly focused on micromanufacturing, both for medtec and watch making, but the days are clearly aimed on the future too. If you’re interested in the future of micro and nano manufacturing, coming to MAM 2015 may be a good idea (unfortunately for this year this is too late). Pogram highlights… OPENING KEYNOTE (…)

Microsystems have now entered the age of high volume production for consumer applications. The issues associated with the production of these are of continued interest to manufacturers. These include tooling in high volume fabrication of precision parts, making highly efficient and reliable automated assembly lines and test systems for microproducts. . A small, table-top exhibition will be conducted in parallel for those wishing to promote their company and products. An idyllic location (…)

We already presented this new Schaublin machine on these pages (and you will be able to discover more in Eurotec’s next issue). Nevertheless I was able to take a few pictures yesterday… Enjoy. The new 202TG was presented at the Schaublin inauguration of its new building on June 21 and Rolf Muster, CEO tells us: “We are very confident for the future with this new machine, the first was sold on June 20 to a Malaysian company and a few more are being negotiated. It’s very positive for a (…)

A complete programme of spool valves is available. This comprises solenoid spool valves, proportional spool valves and soft-switching solenoid spool valves in the nominal sizes NG4-Mini as well as the nominal sizes 4, 6 and 10. Various plug and voltage alternatives are available ex stock and are complemented with respect to individual adaptations - with the customary Wandfluh flexibility. As of new three different emergency manual overrides are available as standard, which are not only (…)

The upcoming Hannover Messe 2013 will be staged under the banner of "Integrated Industry." The lead theme signals the fair’s key focus on the growing integration of all areas of industry. "Machines, industrial equipment, work pieces and system components will soon be capable of exchanging data in real-time. This will significantly boost efficiency, safety and resource sustainability in production and logistics," saiys Dr. Jochen Köckler, a member of the Deutsche Messe Board of Management. (…)

The machine-tools manufacturer today launched its new SwissNano machine in Moutier. Different, dynamic, futuristic, the SwissNano is a break with tradition. With this machine, Tornos aims to meet the needs of the watchmaking industry. Backed by its wish to promote the image of the mechanical professions, the company is using this radically different machine to reinforce its commitment to the training of young people in Switzerland. Working for the future of industry Bar turning for (…)

Executive conference examines MEMS’ connection to European advancements in consumer, automotive, energy, medical MEMS Industry Group (MIG) will host its second annual MEMS Executive Congress® Europe, March 12, 2013 in Amsterdam. This European edition of MIG’s highly successful executive event features an opening presentation by MIG Managing Director Karen Lightman, keynotes by Continental Automotive GmbH and SORIN GROUP, and panels exploring micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) as a core (…)

The lead theme of Hannover Messe 2013 signals the fair’s key focus on the growing integration of all areas of industry. Machines, industrial equipment, workpieces and system components will soon be capable of exchanging data in real-time. Oliver Frese, head of Hannover Messe presenting the strengths of Hannover Messe to Swiss exhibitors and journalists yesterday at Osec in Zürich. "This will significantly boost efficiency, safety and resource sustainability in production and logistics," (…)