Blog Archives - Swiss Machining

Networked manufacturing platform for tool-making From a stand-alone system to autonomous production

Written on September 1, 2026. Posted in Blog.

Dream team for ESCHA: Fehlmann, Gibas, and EVOMECS

A wide range of materials, high precision requirements, and the desire for long unmanned running times posed major challenges for ESCHA’s tool-making department in Halver. With a VERSA 945 from Fehlmann, flexible Gibas automation, and the EVOMECS control system, a manufacturing solution was created that increases machine uptime by more than 70 percent while significantly reducing tool breakage. In addition, ESCHA was able to increase on-time delivery rates to 88 percent and, at the same time, digitize tool management and order control.

CLEAN TURNING AND MILLING AT ROSENBAUER

Written on August 3, 2026. Posted in Blog.

The leading manufacturer of fire-fighting vehicles and equipment had observed oily contamination on its machine tools, which proved aggressive and almost impossible to remove from the material underneath. As experts at MOTOREX were able to determine, unwanted bacterial growth in previously used cooling lubricant from another manufacturer was responsible for the problem. Switching to SWISSCOOL 8000 from MOTOREX made the work cleaner, safer and more enjoyable. In addition, there was a cost benefit.

Where precision meets efficiency: HEULE and MAPAL optimise crankshaft machining

Written on July 28, 2026. Posted in Blog.

Image: The combined solution from MAPAL and HEULE for creating relief bores on crankshafts delivers impressive results with precise drilling and consistently repeatable deburring.

In the automated series production of crankshafts, every second counts. The demands are high: maximum process reliability, the highest precision and efficient manufacturing. MAPAL and HEULE have jointly developed a solution for the central relief bore that meets these requirements: a combination tool that enables drilling and deburring on both sides in a single operation.

Opening of the URMA Experience Center A New Chapter for Innovation and Customer Focus

Written on June 2, 2026. Posted in Blog.

Media Release
Maegenwil, May 11, 2026

On May 7 and 8, 2026, over 400 guests joined URMA AG in celebrating the opening of the new Experience Center in Maegenwil. With this modern center of excellence, URMA AG is setting new standards in customer service, technology development, and hands-on training.

MEASURABLE PROCESS IMPROVEMENT THROUGH DIGITAL COOLANT MANAGEMENT

Written on June 1, 2026. Posted in Blog.

Metzler Fertigungstechnik in Feldkirch, Austria, is recognised as a genuine high-tech forge in the supplier industry. State-of-the-art machines are used to machine workpieces made of aluminium, steel and plastic, which few others can match in terms of technology or price. The company always utilises the latest technologies. With the first installation of the FLUIDLYNX CONTROL system from Swiss coolant expert MOTOREX, the company has taken a further step towards paperless, fully automated production.

MOULDED FOR EFFICIENT COOLING: AUTOMATED FLUID MANAGEMENT

Written on March 27, 2026. Posted in Blog.

With the automated fluid management system FLUIDLYNX COOLANT, Dutch mould-maker Promatrix has been saving valuable time and resources. Now, the machines run 24/7 – and real-time monitoring data lead the way towards a more sustainable and digital future.