International Metalworking News for Asia
Volume manufacturers often use presses for blanking operations. But that means they need to adjust or even replace the tool whenever they make the slightest modification to their components, which ultimately costs time and money. Oliver Müllerschön of TRUMPF explained how laser allows users to carry out these modifications without requiring a new tool, so it is much, easier, faster, cheaper, and more flexible.
Industry sectors around the globe are now attuned to pandemic-driven employment. Many technology companies have reached the stage where they are considering longer term plans for their remote workforce. International Metalworking News for Asia caught up with Benjamin Tan, AP South Customer Role Experience Director, Dassault Systèmes, during the 3DEXPERIENCE World for a quick interview regarding “Turning remote work challenges into opportunity.”
How can manufacturers stay ahead of the competition while also overcoming the increasing challenges posed by difficult-to-machine materials, like high strength steels? Here, Staffan Lundström, product manager at the metal cutting specialist Sandvik Coromant, explains why a new all-directional tooling method, combined with the next generation CoroTurn® Prime B-type insert, holds the answer.
Hurco (S E Asia) Pte Ltd has organised an open house to present new technologies to its customers and to assist other end-users in transforming their machine shop. General Manager Wai Yip Lee revealed this year’s theme focused on “Practical transformation.” It starts from upgrading CNC machining capabilities; from increasing number of machine axis and improving clamping solutions to reduce set-up time and utilising the right cutting tools and coolant to reduce cutting time
Singapore serves as a key market for Rockwell Automation since it opened its office in 1991. Mariya Prempeh, the new Singapore country manager shared her focus and objectives, especially how she can help Rockwell evolve and be in a stronger position in today's fluid economy.