We, METROM, have been an innovative supplier of CNC machines since the company was founded in 2001. With a strong commitment to research and development, we have continuously pushed the boundaries of CNC technology and have become one of the most trusted names in the industry. Recently, our CTO Marcus Witt met with a South Korean delegation at the Technical University of Dresden. The reason for this meeting and how it turned out is explained in this article.
A special visit for our P800
Last week, Marcus Witt had the opportunity to welcome a delegation from Korea to the Institute of Production Engineering at Dresden University of Technology and the Chair of Joining Technology and Assembly. The delegation consisted of Byoung Chul Choi from the Daejeon Institute of Science&Technology, Yu Jin Lee and Seok Bong Lee from DaeDeok Net Co.
Attendees discussed METROM’s close partnership with research and academia and the benefits this partnership brings to all involved. CNC machining is an exciting and ever-changing field, and METROM is at the forefront of this change.
A future planned project was discussed at the hybrid system P800 for WAAM (Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing) and milling and could be illustrated by a welding demonstration of group leader arc processes Tim Ungethüm and his colleague. His team mainly uses welding sources from EWM AG and has equipment for diagnosing arc torch systems that is unique in the world.
We then continued the discussion in Hartmannsdorf and were able to demonstrate the production of mobile machines and contract manufacturing at millfax GmbH on six METROM machines.
How CNC machines from METROM have revolutionized the way we manufacture
METROM’s CNC machines have revolutionized the way manufacturing is done. These machines enable a machining process with up to 7 axes. This means that even complex parts can be produced with these pentapod machines. In the past, CNC machines were limited to 3-axis machining, which meant that certain component geometries could not be produced. The special feature of these machines is the movement of the spindle with five ball screws.
This gives the customer a high degree of flexibility with regard to the workpiece geometry to be machined, combined with high machining dynamics. The spindle can be tilted up to 90 degrees on one side. With a rotary table, the machine is therefore able to machine a component from all sides.
But that’s not all. We have adapted to the high-tech era so that our CNC machine is capable of producing additive plastic or metal parts. The 3D printing tools are housed in the machine. The machine can therefore work as a hybrid: Machining and additive manufacturing in one machine!
The advantages of a partnership with METROM for CNC machining
A partnership with METROM for CNC machining has many advantages. Firstly, the machines are of the highest quality and have a long service life. This is due to the use of the best materials and components as well as the strictest quality controls.
Secondly, the machines are very user-friendly and easy to operate. This is thanks to the clear and concise operating instructions and the excellent customer service and support provided by METROM.
Thirdly, the partnership with METROM provides access to the latest CNC machining technologies and advances. This is because METROM constantly invests in research and development to ensure that its machines are always at the cutting edge of CNC technology.
Fourthly, METROM offers very competitive, unique CNC machines in terms of sustainability and cost-effectiveness (low maintenance). This is because the company manufactures its own machines, so there are no middlemen.
Finally, METROM CNC machines can be backed by a comprehensive warranty and service package. This gives you the peace of mind that you are covered in the unlikely event that something goes wrong.
The future of CNC machines and METROM’s role in this industry
The future of CNC machines appears to be endangered by the rapid growth of additive manufacturing. As a machine tool manufacturer, we therefore see the need to quickly adapt and optimize conventional milling machines.
For us, this adaptation means converting milling machines into hybrid machines that can both mill and 3D print. The reason for this is that additive manufacturing is growing much faster than CNC machining and is slowly becoming the preferred method for manufacturing parts.
Nevertheless, CNC machining has some advantages over additive manufacturing, such as the ability to produce parts with tighter tolerances and a smoother surface. Therefore, we believe that conventional CNC machining will continue to play a role in the manufacturing industry, albeit a smaller one.
METROM is at the forefront of this industry with its pioneering CNC machines that enable both metal cutting and additive manufacturing. We believe that this hybrid approach is the future of CNC machining and we are determined to be at the forefront of this exciting new area.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the visit was a great and unique opportunity for an intensive exchange on the research and development of additive and subtractive manufacturing with METROM’s CNC machines. The feedback on our Pentapod machine was very positive and confirms that we will continue on this new path of hybrid CNC manufacturing.
The future of manufacturing is hybrid – a mixture of CNC machining and additive manufacturing. METROM is one of the few CNC companies in the world to have pioneered this exciting new field with its innovative CNC machines capable of five-axis machining and 3D printing.
