Award-winning product - grinding machine changes camshafts in just four seconds

"CamGrind S" is the new camshaft grinding machine with integrated loading system from Studer Schaudt GmbH in Stuttgart. The machine is being showcased at EMO Hannover 2007. Although the machine has an extremely small footprint, it can grind camshafts up to 65 centimeters in length. It can also be used for machining concave cam profiles thanks to the patented Schaudt swivel-in spindle. In conjunction with digital drives, a hydrostatic guideway on the X-axis enables high-precision positioning of the tool spindle. And what's more, the integrated loading system means that workpieces can be changed in just four seconds - twice as fast as previously possible. The small and versatile machine has already proven its worth by winning the 2007 "Initiative Mittelstand" (SME Initiative) innovation award.

Studer Schaudt GmbH
Hedelfinger Str. 137
D-70329 Stuttgart
Tel.: +49 (0)711 - 4014-351
Fax: +49 (0)711 - 4014-211
www.schaudt.com

Contact partner at EMO Hannover 2007:
Daniel Zehn
Hall 11, Stand B26
Stand phone: +49 (0)511 - 8964710
Cell phone: +49 (0)172 - 6167-565
E-mail: daniel.zehn@schaudt.com

More teeth bite better

It takes special tools to machine large threads. The "Noris Innenspan" machine tap from Ernst Reime Vertriebs GmbH Präzisions-Gewindetechnik ensures more effective machining. The greater number of teeth, combined with optimal self-guidance achieved through the non-grooved guide section, enhances the thread quality in production even under unfavorable cutting conditions. The new tap, which is now on show at EMO Hannover 2007, can also be used for fine threads.

Ernst Reime Vertriebs GmbH
Präzisions-Gewindetechnik
Gugelhammer Weg 11
D-90537 Feucht
Tel.: +49 (0)9128 - 9116-41
Fax: +49 (0)9128 - 9116-15
www.noris-reime.de

Contact partner at EMO Hannover 2007:
Martin Bieber
Hall 4, Stand G62
Cell phone: +49 (0)172 - 8222588
E-mail: martin.bieber@noris-reime.de

Record-breaking - turret heads achieve unprecedented change speeds

Ketterer Maschinenbau GmbH is currently presenting its patented CNC turret heads at EMO Hannover 2007. The manufacturer claims that its special high-speed turret heads achieve unprecedented change and spindle acceleration. The special technology in the direct-driven, water-cooled and zero-backlash drive and spindle system makes for extremely dynamic processes in terms of pivot and spindle acceleration with up to eight spindles. Only the active cutting spindle is driven by the machine - the other spindles remain stationary to prevent undesired vibrations that could impact on the operating process. A variety of spindles can be inserted and combined in the turret head depending on the requirements.  

Ketterer Maschinenbau GmbH
Schwenninger Str. 10
D-78073 Bad Dürrheim
Tel.: +49 (0)7726 - 92000
Fax: +49 (0)7726 - 920090
www.ketterer-maschinenbau.de

Contact partner at EMO Hannover 2007:
Dr. Gunter Ketterer
Hall 27, Stand E57
E-mail: info@ketterer-maschinenbau.de

Cylinder roller bearing sets the pace

A new high-speed cylinder roller bearing developed by the Schaeffler Group has now been equipped with steel rollers, enabling it to achieve speeds up to 80 percent faster than conventional cylinder roller bearings. The manufacturer claims that the new component even exceeds the speeds achieved with hybrid bearings and a brass cage, while having only a negligible impact on the load-bearing capacity. The bearing has an outer cage made of the high-performance plastic polyetheretherketon (PEEK) which exhibits far lower friction than brass cages with rolling elements. As the operating temperature is also lower because of the reduced friction, less lubricant is required.

Schaeffler KG
(INA + FAG)
Industriestr. 1-3
D-91074 Herzogenaurach
Tel.: +49 (0)9132 - 82-7023
Fax: +49 (0)9132 - 82-7059
www.schaeffler.com

Contact partner at EMO Hannover2007:
Martin Adelhardt
Hall 7, Stand C26
Stand phone: +49 (0)511 - 896470-0
E-mail: martin.adelhardt@schaeffler.com

Portable measurement system doesn't miss a thing

When used to check machine tools, the new portable measurement system from Prüftechnik Alignment Systems GmbH can determine the properties of a machining center, including how flat or straight it is, its concentricity or its rectangularity. "Axalign" is equipped with a special patented optical system with robust sensors for industrial applications. According to information from the manufacturer, the software for the measurement system was developed in cooperation with elite universities in Germany. This new product is being unveiled at EMO Hannover 2007 in Hannover.

Prüftechnik Alignment Systems GmbH
Oskar-Messter-Str. 15
D-85737 Ismaning
Tel.: +49 (0)89 - 99616-211
Fax: +49 (0)89 - 99616-219
www.pruftechnik.com

Contact partner at EMO Hannover2007:
Christian Koch
Hall 5, Stand E60
Stand phone: +49 (0)511 - 89-456006
E-mail: christian.koch@pruftechnik.com

Length is crucial - short parts get short shrift

One problem with the production of multi-spindle machines is that parts are sometimes too short. Therefore, it is important that each part is checked closely at the manufacturing stage. At EMO Hannover 2007, Dr.-Ing. K. Brankamp System Prozessautomation GmbH is exhibiting a digital caliper from Huber Systems equipped with Brankamp operator terminals and length measuring software. As a result, each part can be measured in the machine during processing.

This is how it works - the caliper is mounted on a central carriage so as to be able to accurately measure the length of the parts in the material drum during the pivot process. If an error (part too short) is detected, the machine can be shut down immediately and the faulty part removed. The data is recorded and checked on a monitor. The new device can identify even the smallest of errors in next to no time.

Dr.-Ing. K. Brankamp
System Prozessautomation GmbH
Max-Planck-Str. 9
D-40699 Erkrath
Tel.: +49 (0)211 - 25076-45
Fax: +49 (0)211 - 208402
www.brankamp.com

Contact partner at EMO Hannover 2007:
Andreas Steinhauer or Hans Peter Schneider
Hall 25, Stand F45
E-mail: ste@bpd.brankamp.com

Square, practical, good

... is how Zimmer + Kreim GmbH & Co. KG describes its latest product known as "The Cube". The cavity-sinking EDM machine, which is being premiered at EMO Hannover 2007, is extremely stable thanks to its cast mineral base. Even larger parts can be positioned accurately using this machine. For manufacturers of large workpieces, the new product is equipped with a control unit that can control six axes as eroding axes. The Cube is therefore ideal for large individual items and automation.

Zimmer + Kreim GmbH & Co. KG
Beineäcker 10
D-64395 Brensbach
Tel.: +49 (0)6161 - 93070
Fax: +49 (0)6161 - 1498
www.zk-system.com

Contact partner at EMO Hannover 2007:
Wolfgang Emert
Hall 25, Stand K09
Mobile: +49 (0)172 - 5463835
E-mail: w.emert@zimmer-kreim.com

Intelligent lightweight construction at EMO 2007

Cars, aircraft and mechanical and plant engineering companies all benefit from lightweight construction. State-of-the-art lightweight design concepts not only reduce weight and save on materials, they are also used to develop innovative materials that can be used in many other applications. Speakers, trade professionals and exhibitors met on 18 September at the "Lightweight Construction" international technology symposium at EMO Hannover 2007 to discuss super-lightweight engines, new drive solutions for mechanical engineering, sheet metal innovations, lightweight structures and new materials. Dr. Marco Schikorra from the Mechanical Engineering faculty at the Institute of Forming Technology and Lightweight Construction said,  "In view of the effort to reduce CO₂ emissions, the issue of lightweight construction is a top priority. For example, the aviation industry is spending up to EUR 500,000 to cut the mass by one percent. FRP (fiber-reinforced plastic) is also a key issue. FRP is already used in the production of the fuselage and upper and lower wings of the Boeing 787, the Dreamliner. In terms of alloys, aluminum-lithium is a key focal point in aviation. Although ten times costlier to produce than conventional materials, it is ten percent less dense." 

Universität Dortmund
Fakultät Maschinenbau
Institut für Umformtechnik und Leichtbau (IUL)
Baroper Str. 301
D-44227 Dortmund
Tel.: +49 (0)231 - 7552630
Fax: +49 (0)231 - 7552489
ww.iul.uni-dortmund.de

Press contact:
Dr. Marco Schikorra
E-mail: marco.schikorra@iul.uni-dortmund.dew

Twin-Loader cuts loading and unloading times

At EMO Hannover 2007, Peter Wolters AG, based in Rendsburg, Germany, is exhibiting a new loading and unloading option for its "AC1000-F" grinding machine - the Twin-Loader. In each cycle, two carriers can be simultaneously loaded or unloaded depending on the requirements, thus reducing the time it takes the carriers to move to and from the machine. Thanks to its modular design, the Twin-Loader can be adapted, as required, to suit different operating conditions. Twin-Loaders also support further expansion options - they can, for example, be retrofitted by end customers to include workpiece handling or a deburring station.

Peter Wolters AG
Büsumer Str. 96
D-24768 Rendsburg
Tel.: +49 (0)4331 - 458-271
Fax: +49 (0)4331 - 458-290
www.peter-wolters.com

Contact at EMO Hannover 2007:
Kristina Grandt
Hall 11, Stand C69
Stand phone: +49 (0)511 - 89-697032
E-mail: k.grandt@peter-wolters.com