Since its foundation almost 50 years ago, Wandel CNC-Technik GmbH has developed from a classic “garage company” into an established supplier with its own products. Over the years, the second-generation Swabian family business has continued to expand its manufacturing spectrum: from milling to turning and grinding. With the investment in an EMAG WPG 7 angular plunge-cut grinding machine, the grinding capabilities were specifically expanded. In an interview with Gottfried Wandel, we learned detailed insights into the company’s history, the production process and, above all, his experiences with the new grinding machine.
When Vince Zamora first joined EMAG as an intern in 2022, the office was still quiet from the effects of COVID-19. But even in those early days, one thing was clear – this was a place where young engineers could gain real experience, take ownership of their work and grow alongside a supportive team. Today, Vince is a full-time mechanical engineer at EMAG, and his journey from co-op student to team member highlights the value of hands-on learning and a company culture built on collaboration.
Since its founding 60 years ago, PENN GmbH has grown from a small forge into an internationally active specialist in sophisticated metal processing. In this interview, Managing Director Gernot Penn shares insights into the company’s development, its production processes and its cooperation with machine manufacturer EMAG.
The 47th annual SHOT Show proved once again why it is the premier event for the shooting, hunting and outdoor industries. With record-breaking exhibit space, more than 54,000 industry professionals in attendance, and groundbreaking innovations on display, this year’s event set a new benchmark for industry engagement and collaboration. For EMAG, the SHOT Show was the perfect opportunity to introduce our latest advancements in electrochemical machining (ECM) for rifle barrel manufacturing, particularly our cost-effective 2-spindle ECM rifling machine.
In the world of high precision drives, Zoerkler is a name synonymous with innovation, quality and technical excellence. In its almost 120-year history, the company has developed from a modest mechanical engineers’ workshop into a leading supplier of drive systems for the automotive and aviation industries. In this interview, Managing Director Bernhard Wagner provides insights into the fascinating world of precision manufacturing, innovative production technologies and the future visions of Zoerkler Gears GmbH & Co KG.
When the conversation turns to the topic of sustainability, most would assume green manufacturing and environmental protection will be the focus of the discussion. It’s part of the chat, Michael Tamasi, President and CEO of AccuRounds, argues, but to him and his company the term means much, much more. Yes, they’ve added solar panels to lower the plant’s carbon footprint; however, Michael knew building a company that will last involves attracting, developing and keeping talented staff. Retaining good employees also requires nurturing a creative and caring culture, and of course, operating a profitable business that provides long-term financial security as well as a good wage.
MR Components, a medium-sized company from Grigno, Italy, has significantly increased its production capacity and simultaneously improved quality by introducing intelligent automation with EMAG machines. The company, which specializes in the production of parts for differential and planetary gears, now produces around 80,000 components per month, with some of the machines running unmanned in the evenings. In conversation with Alessandro Reguzzo, owner and Managing Director of MR Components, we were able to find out more about the company’s production philosophy and design and development.
Sabatti Spa is a renowned family business whose origins go back 350 years with the gunsmith Ludovico Sabatti, is deeply rooted in the tradition of gunmaking. The actual company was founded in the post-war period by Antonio Sabatti and has since built a reputation for precision and craftsmanship. Under the direction of Emanuele Sabatti, the grandson of the company founder, Sabatti Spa has expanded its product range from simple gun parts to high-quality over-and-under shotguns, double-barrel shotguns and carbines. Manuel Steinhauer had the opportunity to interview Emanuele Sabatti, a visionary and technology enthusiast, who has led the company into the modern world of firearms technology without losing sight of its rich tradition and centuries-old heritage. Today, Sabatti Spa is at the forefront of innovation in firearms manufacturing, balancing time-honored craftsmanship with modern technology, making the company one of the leading names in the industry.
In the heart of the Eifel region, around 50 kilometers from Koblenz, Bharat Forge Daun mechanical production works at the highest level, producing extremely precise, rotationally symmetrical series components, among other things. This means that challenges like difficult surfaces and positional arrangements are common. Several EMAG machines are currently being used in the production of a stator housing for electromobility – with a focus on process reliability. In the following interview, Christoph Steffens, Head of Mechanical Production at Bharat Forge Daun, explains the reasons for using EMAG machines and why EMAG service is so important.
During the Open House Retrofit at the Eislingen plant, EMAG presented the future of industrial machine modernization. Visitors had the opportunity to experience the latest technologies and retrofit solutions at first hand.