Production on higher level

Special attention is given to series-like prototype production, which meets high quality demands. We do not compromise on this, whether it concerns precision lamination stacks, segments, individual teeth, or AFM poles. The delivery of series-like parts starting from just a few prototypes enables our customers to avoid unexpected hurdles during the subsequent ramp-up of production.
To further optimize the precision and quality of lamination stacks, we have expanded the area for prototypes, small, and medium series. At the same time, we are increasing our capacities to achieve sustainable growth in this segment.

Currently, five state-of-the-art punching and packaging machines of the latest generation are available, with a pressing force of 12 to 50 tons. These specially designed machines are based on the mechanical base frame of an eccentric press, which is equipped with SWD control. The SWD control monitors and manages all production steps, including de-coiler, feeding, band spraying, punching, punching tools (sliders and rotary stations), tool protection, and band shredding.

The parameterization of all units is carried out centrally via the SWD control and is documented in a customer- and component-specific article management system. This ensures that each production is based on consistent, precisely coordinated parameters. In this way, we reliably meet the high quality requirements of the aerospace, medtec and automotive industries.

Of course, this new standard is applied in all our productions.

Additionally, we now have four rapid baking systems, each with four bonding stations in use. These, too, are parameterized and recorded in a customer- and part-specific article management. Additionally, there is a connection to our SWD Datahub. The SWD Datahub stores the digital twins generated during each bonding cycle. This ensures complete traceability and evaluation of cycle times and capacities.

The inspection of components is carried out at a central testing station. Implementation into the new quality software BabtecQ will occur gradually over the coming months. BabtecQ is a comprehensive quality software solution that ensures continuity from the customer drawing through the inspection plan to the accompanying component measurement. Ensuring ongoing quality is an important aspect, along with the ability to assess the feasibility of new components and push boundaries.

This allows us to achieve a quality level in the prototype phase and with small series that is unmatched. In the course of expanding the department, we have also optimized workflows. With the help of a Lean expert, a rearrangement of machines and workplaces was made according to the flow of materials. The result is more efficient processes as well as optimized ergonomics for the workforce. The consideration of ergonomic and health-promoting aspects represents an essential element of our social responsibility as well as occupational safety.