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Networked production, machine learning in the production process, intelligent workpieces: What do all these buzz words mean? And, more importantly: How suitable are they for everyday use and how is this topic related to precision and grinding technology? All of these and more fascinating questions will be discussed at the Grinding Symposium, May 8-10, 2019 in Thun, Switzerland.
For the fourth time in succession, United Grinding Group is inviting international experts from the field of hard fine machining to this summit, held over three days against the beautiful panoramic backdrop of the Swiss Alps.
In 16 expert talks, well-known international experts will be explaining current and future developments in the grinding machine and production industries. There will be 13 presentations of real use-cases in which Mägerle, Blohm, Jung, Studer, Schaudt, Mikrosa, Walter and Ewag present their latest hardware and software solutions, including three new products. And innovative future technologies will be introduced in the newly established FutureLAB.
"We are very happy that with the Grinding Symposium we offer our guests a forum for international, expert exchange at a top-class level," said Stephan Nell, CEO of United Grinding Group. He promises all participants "many interesting experiences through this innovative and effective combination of science and practice." Dialog and networking will not be neglected thanks to the pleasant social program in the evenings.
The Grinding Symposium 2019 enjoys an international focus, and presents itself in German, English, French and Italian.
You can find further information and register for the event at www.grinding-symposium.com.
Related Glossary Terms
- grinding
grinding
Machining operation in which material is removed from the workpiece by a powered abrasive wheel, stone, belt, paste, sheet, compound, slurry, etc. Takes various forms: surface grinding (creates flat and/or squared surfaces); cylindrical grinding (for external cylindrical and tapered shapes, fillets, undercuts, etc.); centerless grinding; chamfering; thread and form grinding; tool and cutter grinding; offhand grinding; lapping and polishing (grinding with extremely fine grits to create ultrasmooth surfaces); honing; and disc grinding.
- grinding machine
grinding machine
Powers a grinding wheel or other abrasive tool for the purpose of removing metal and finishing workpieces to close tolerances. Provides smooth, square, parallel and accurate workpiece surfaces. When ultrasmooth surfaces and finishes on the order of microns are required, lapping and honing machines (precision grinders that run abrasives with extremely fine, uniform grits) are used. In its “finishing” role, the grinder is perhaps the most widely used machine tool. Various styles are available: bench and pedestal grinders for sharpening lathe bits and drills; surface grinders for producing square, parallel, smooth and accurate parts; cylindrical and centerless grinders; center-hole grinders; form grinders; facemill and endmill grinders; gear-cutting grinders; jig grinders; abrasive belt (backstand, swing-frame, belt-roll) grinders; tool and cutter grinders for sharpening and resharpening cutting tools; carbide grinders; hand-held die grinders; and abrasive cutoff saws.
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