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Maximum efficiency for small companies: Formteknik Värnamo relies on GROB
Formteknik Värnamo is a Swedish company that specializes in the manufacture of high-pressure die casting tools and the associated components. In addition to in-house production, the company also offers contract manufacturing for large components. The requirements for precision and efficiency in production are high, which is why Formteknik Värnamo turned to GROB a few years ago in search of a powerful and versatile machine. The first contact between Formteknik Värnamo and GROB came about in 2022. The focus in Formteknik Värnamo’s production was on optimizing the machining processes. The parts were to be completed in a single operation wherever possible in order to reduce set-up times and machining steps. In…
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Maximale Effizienz für kleine Unternehmen: Formteknik Värnamo setzt auf GROB
Formteknik Värnamo ist ein schwedisches Unternehmen, das sich auf die Herstellung von Hochdruckgusswerkzeugen und den dazugehörigen Komponenten spezialisiert hat. Neben der eigenen Fertigung bietet das Unternehmen auch Lohnfertigung für große Bauteile an. Die Anforderungen an Präzision und Effizienz in der Fertigung sind hoch, weshalb sich Formteknik Värnamo vor einigen Jahren auf der Suche nach einer leistungsfähigen und vielseitigen Maschine an GROB wandte. Der erste Kontakt zwischen Formteknik Värnamo und GROB entstand im Jahr 2022. In der Produktion von Formteknik Värnamo stand die Optimierung der Bearbeitungsprozesse im Fokus. Die Werkstücke sollten möglichst in einem Arbeitsgang fertiggestellt werden, um Rüstzeiten und Bearbeitungsschritte zu reduzieren. Außerdem sollte das Spänemanagement verbessert werden, um eine…
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GROB presents the G920F5 machining center for mega and giga castings
At this year’s in-house exhibition at GROB in Mindelheim from April 1 to 4, the Allgäu-based machine manufacturer will be presenting its latest innovation: The G920F5 machining center for mega and giga castings promises to revolutionize the world of machining technology. "With the G920F5, we are setting new standards in machining technology and offering a future-proof solution for the automotive industry," explains Carsten König, Head of Machining Technology and Digital Products at GROB. "Our machine is not only robust and reliable, but also extremely flexible in its configuration, which makes it the perfect choice for the diverse requirements of modern vehicle production." The G920F5: A milestone in machining technology The…
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GROB in-house exhibition 2025: Innovation and technology that inspires the world
From April 1 to 4, 2025, GROB’s in-house exhibition will once again open its doors and present the latest technologies and innovations under the motto "Welcoming the World to Bavaria". The Bavarian machine manufacturer is expecting a record number of around 3,000 visitors. The Open House in Mindelheim brings together international experts, technology enthusiasts and partners and offers an exclusive platform to experience the future of manufacturing technology at first hand. Technological highlights on over 6,000 square meters Visitors can expect an impressive exhibition area with innovative exhibits from the fields of universal machines, automation, machining technology, additive manufacturing, digitalization, e-mobility, service and much more. GROB is focusing on an…
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GROB-WERKE: The employee parking garage should be completed by August 2025
With six levels and a total of 1,556 parking spaces, the GROB parking garage will provide significant relief for the currently tense parking situation. In addition, a pedestrian bridge will be built over the B16 federal highway, providing employees with safe and quick access to the plant premises. Construction work began in June last year and is expected to be completed in August. "We need an average of around 4,000 parking spaces for our employees. The employee parking garage is an important investment for the Mindelheim site and its further development," explains German Wankmiller, Chairman of the Board GROB-WERKE. Construction progress according to plan Currently, 70 percent of the steel…
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GROB-NET4Industry: Focus on digital tool data and traceability
At this year’s in-house exhibition, GROB will be showing how the digital transformation in manufacturing is being driven forward. Under the guiding theme of "Tool data and traceability", the Bavarian machine manufacturer will be presenting innovative solutions for the transparent analysis of machining processes, the optimization of tool management and the seamless traceability of components. "With GROB-NET4Industry, we are setting new standards in industrial digitalization," explains Benedikt Gundling, Product Manager Digital Products. "Our software solutions make it possible to intelligently link process and tool data, analyze quality fluctuations in a targeted manner and thus make production processes more efficient." GROB4PartFlow: Traceability at a new level A central highlight of the…
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Innovation meets precision: the latest machining and automation technologies will be presented at GROB’s in-house exhibition 2025
At the upcoming GROB in-house exhibition from April 1 to 4, everything will be turning around the latest manufacturing technologies and efficient production solutions. Visitors can look forward to an impressive exhibition of numerous 4- and 5-axis universal machining centers. Clamping live tasks will demonstrate the performance of the machines in real time – a real highlight for all technology and production enthusiasts. "We are looking forward to presenting the latest innovations to our customers and showing them how they can make their production even more efficient and flexible – especially in combination with GROB automation solutions," says Christian Müller, Member of the Board GROB-WERKE. Premiere 1: Maximum flexibility with…
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Experience the future of additive manufacturing: the GMP300 live at the GROB Open House 2025
From April 1 to 4, 2025, GROB-WERKE will once again open its doors and present the GMP300, the latest generation of machines for additive manufacturing, at its annual in-house exhibition. Visitors will have the exclusive opportunity to experience the innovative technology live and talk to experts about the wide range of possible applications. GROB Metal Printing: Efficiency redefined GROB is setting new standards in the manufacture of particle foam tools with its Metal Printing Process (GMP) in a recently launched collaboration with Siegfried Hofmann GmbH. Thanks to GMP technology, aluminum tools are produced within a few days – a decisive advantage for industries with high time and cost pressure. "With…
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GROB präsentiert das Bearbeitungszentrum G920F5 für Mega- und Giga-Castings
Auf der diesjährigen Hausmesse bei GROB in Mindelheim präsentiert der Allgäuer Maschinenbauer vom 1. bis 4. April seine neueste Innovation: Das Bearbeitungszentrum G920F5 für Megaund Giga-Castings verspricht die Welt der Zerspanungstechnik zu revolutionieren. „Mit der G920F5 setzen wir neue Maßstäbe in der Bearbeitungstechnologie und bieten eine zukunftssichere Lösung für die Automobilindustrie“, erklärt Carsten König, Abteilungsleiter Zerspanungstechnik und digitale Produkte bei GROB. „Unsere Maschine ist nicht nur robust und zuverlässig, sondern auch extrem flexibel in der Konfiguration, was sie zur perfekten Wahl für die vielfältigen Anforderungen moderner Fahrzeugproduktion macht.“ Die G920F5: Ein Meilenstein in der Zerspanungstechnik Das Bearbeitungszentrum G920F5 ist speziell für die Bearbeitung von sogenannten „Giga-Castings“ entwickelt worden – großformatige…
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GROB Service presents comprehensive range of services at the in-house exhibition
A special highlight of this year’s in-house exhibition is the "GROB Service Timewalk" – a new series of presentations that will take place four times a day as a tour. In just 20 minutes, visitors will receive a compact overview of central service topics such as spare parts supply, training concepts, service agreements and retrofits at four stations. "With the GROB Timewalk service, we want to show our customers that our service goes far beyond traditional services. We accompany our machines throughout their entire life and offer the right solution for every phase," explains Martin Schilling, Head of Service at GROB. GROB Service will also be offering attractive special promotions…
