Oliver Hagenlocher

Faster than shaping, more flexible than hobbing and broaching – in this context, power skiving is a highly effective alternative for gear production. With the new VSC 400 PS machine, EMAG puts the crown on this approach by providing up to four power skiving tools and six turning tools, ensuring highly effective combination machining. And, its operation is simple. A conversation with Daniel Nille, Head of Technology Development at EMAG Maschinenfabrik, discusses the possibilities of this approach and the potential returns of investment.

The challenges for many contract manufactures and smaller manufacturing companies are increasing in the coming years – rising costs for purchasing raw materials, high energy prices and enormous OEM quality requirements point the way ahead. But there are also more and more production technology options for meeting these challenges intelligently. For example, various solutions from the latest generation of automation and robotics are highly interesting for many contract manufacturers. A conversation with Jürgen Maier, Head of the Turning Business Unit at EMAG, about the special possibilities of the EMAG approach.

Because its dynamics and motor speeds influence cycle and non-productive times, the spindle is essential for the productivity of a machine tool. However, the central assembly is also subject to wear – after a certain period of use, it must be replaced or overhauled. Learn more from a conversation with Markus Heidel, Head of Retrofit at EMAG, discussing the processes involved in retrofitting spindles.

Machine owners who regularly maintain their machines prevent many unplanned downtimes and thus improve the entire production reliability of their facilities. Nevertheless, many users still let their machines run until severe damage has occurred – without ever performing a comprehensive check beforehand. What is important when it comes to inspection and maintenance, and what opportunities does IoT technology offer in this regard? A conversation with Patrick Theiss, head of the After Sales/Service business unit at EMAG.

According to a survey carried out by the digital association Bitkom, roughly six in ten German companies are already using Industry 4.0 applications. However, just 14% of them are using artificial intelligence (AI) to boost their productivity. But getting started with the whole field of data science is easier than many people think. EMAG’s partner anacision is offering a cost-effective Industry 4.0 workshop and compact data analysis packages to help users fulfill their business potential. We talked to Daniel Poodratchi, Head of Product at anacision, about quickly identifying ineffective processes using AI, data-driven production optimization and successful customer projects.