Hwacheon Looks At Flexibility & Quality Klaus Ludwig, VP, Hwacheon Machine Tool Korea explained to Asia Pacific Metalworking Equipment News in an exclusive at the concluded EMO that flexibility is the philosophy behind the innovations and quality is the ultimate marketing tool. By Joson Ng

Taking up the challenge of fierce competition with prudent investments opens the door to further process optimisation. By Xia Xipin, for DMG China

When drilling to extreme depth to diameter ratio, there is a process capable of maintaining accuracy and surface finish. By Anthony Fettig, Unisig

Like any other metalworking processes, technological advancements in gun drilling tackle the issue of process timing, tool life and above all, performance. By Ze’ev Fisher, Iscar

The misalignment of gun-drilled holes is a common problem, although solutions may not be too far away. By Shahnawaz Abdul Hamid

Deep holes with small diameters can be a particular challenge. Contributed by Jaslin Huang, Walter AG Singapore

When traditional production methods such as manual gauges no longer present an economical solution, an optical measuring system was tested to determine its suitability for inspection of manufactured tubes in the aerospace industry. By Jutta Thiel, Aicon 3D Systems

Asia Pacific Metalworking Equipment News asked Darko Mihajlovic, sales manager (Asia) Carl Zeiss Industrielle Messtechnik the one question at is on every visitor’s mind. By Joson Ng

An Aero-engine component maker reduces hard gauge costs with a software-driven gauge. Contributed by Malcolm Price, Renishaw UK

The right software pays off, because they make a company more productive and profitable. By Martin Engel, Bystronic

Two companies in Indonesia use their investments in technology as a basis for their growth. By Matthew Fowles, LVD

A unique synergy between healthcare and metalworking is forming, a testament to a growing phenomenon brought about by changes happening in the world today. By Peter Dickin, Delcam

Augustine Quek sat down with Eddie Koh, MD of Eratech to find out the ins and outs of running a precision metal machining company.

The Big Question: Will The Arrows Point Up Or Down?

Trumpf marked its 20 years in Singapore with the opening of their first marking laser assembly site in Asia. By Joson Ng

Joern Grindel, sales director, Seco is confident of facing any competition or challenges in the future. This self-assurance stems from the range of productions and technologies that are available and the knowledge of what the customers want. By Joson Ng

The development of new innovative approaches in machining composites, aimed at achieving high production speed, cost reduction and other benefits, are key to meeting future processing demands. By Frédérique Mutel, JEC Group

Fast efficient vertical transport has given a grand old building a modern touch.

Design software programs were used to put a modern spin on a traditional exercise bike, creating a piece of luxury fitness equipment.