DMG Mori announces German Open House

Expertise in five-axis machining, freely scalable automation and integrated manufacturing processes for high precision and productivity in every manufacturing process will be the themes of DMG Mori’s next Open House, at its Pfronten factory in southern Germany from 26-30 January for the German, Austrian and Swiss markets, and from 2-6 February for the rest of the world.

During the two weeks, trade visitors from all over the world will experience solution-oriented machining concepts for companies of all sizes. The focus will be on industry-specific applications in the aviation and space, data and semiconductor, and die and mould sectors.

Cornelius Noess, chief managing director of DMG Mori Pfronten, said: “We combine future-proof machining technologies with integrated processes, automation, digital solutions and reliable service throughout a production system’s entire lifecycle. In this way, we demonstrate to companies of all sizes, especially small- and medium-size enterprises, that modern manufacturing does not have to be complex if production systems are holistic, modular and tailored to the customer’s requirements.”

DMG Mori will be showcasing over 40 machines and more than 20 automation solutions across an area of 4,500m². The focus will be on four world premieres, one of which is the new CTX 450 4A universal turning centre, which offers optimal connectivity for networked production.

High degree of process integration
In the field of powder nozzle additive manufacturing (AM), a Lasertec 65 DED hybrid will be launched that is capable of subtractive machining as well, plus other processes. There will be a second generation DMU 65 H monoBLOCK five-axis horizontal machining centre, also with a high degree of process integration.

Finally, the third generation Robo2Go will be an automation premiere (pictured left). All innovations exemplify the path that DMG Mori is consistently pursuing in the further development of its product range.

The manufacturer’s extensive machine and automation portfolio offers flexibility to meet all the requirements of modern production, be it single part or large series. In addition to turn-mill centres and advanced prismatic machining production platforms, Ultrasonic models and vertical multi-process grinding machines from the Vertical Mate series will be on display. Additionally, there will be powder bed as well as direct energy deposition AM systems on show.

Meanwhile, in a dedicated automation area, the use of driverless transport systems will be demonstrated. For the autonomous handling of machine pallets, material pallets, chip carts and tools, mobile robots will show how entire production processes on the shopfloor can be implemented without the need for human intervention.

Another highlight at the Pfronten site will be the opening of a new training centre, where the next generation of young talent will be nurtured. While the DMG Mori Academy has been supporting the education of young engineers for many years in cooperation with training workshops and educational institutions, the machine tool manufacturer also attaches great importance to an optimal learning environment within its own company. Around 150 apprentices, trainees and degree apprentices will be prepared here for the challenges of Industry 4.0.

Rounding off the Open House programme will be seminars on MX - machining transformation - and associated manufacturing solutions. It is DMG Mori’s four-tiered approach to addressing problems prevalent in global manufacturing, namely a shortage of skilled workers, high energy costs, slow production times and complicated software.