The companies will also be presenting alongside each other at IMTS 2022.
Desktop Metal has expanded its relationship with CNC software innovator SolidCAM, creator of iMachining toolpath technology.
SolidCAM, founded in 1984, has offered Desktop Metal products in Germany since 2021. Now, it will offer Desktop Metal solutions for direct printing of metal to customers in the United States, where SolidCAM has technology centers at its US headquarters in Newton, Pennsylvania, and Rancho Cucamonga, California, as well as the United Kingdom, Israel, and India.
New CNC + AM Center of Excellence showrooms are being completed in Pennsylvania, Germany, and the UK to demonstrate how Desktop Metal’s AM 2.0 solutions complement traditional subtractive machining technology and workflows. Additional facilities are slated for completion in California, Israel, and India.
“The Desktop Metal team is delighted to announce an expansion of our relationship with SolidCAM, a brand that is long trusted by machinists worldwide,” said Ric Fulop, founder and CEO of Desktop Metal. “This expanded partnership means that more CNC professionals will learn how easy it is to 3D print and sinter complex designs on our Studio System and Shop System metal AM offerings, freeing up capacity on CNC equipment, as well as machinist’s time. Additive manufacturing technology is truly complementary to machining, and we’re eager to deliver that message to the market in partnership with SolidCAM.”
“Our Schramberg Technology Center has already added a Desktop Metal Studio System to its current CNC machines, and we’re in the process of adding more Studio System and Shop System printers to our facilities worldwide so we can demonstrate how this additive manufacturing technology is complementary to CNC machining equipment,” said Dr. Emil Somekh, founder and CEO of SolidCAM. “The growing impact of additive manufacturing has been well documented. During the COVID-19 epidemic, 3D printing played a critical role in repairing vulnerabilities in supply chains, especially in the medical sector, and we think it can help improve the throughput of supply chains that remain challenged today.”
SolidCAM will be showcasing Desktop Metal equipment and solutions at IMTS 2022 (booth 134502). Desktop Metal will be showcasing its metal, polymer, and digital metal casting Additive Manufacturing 2.0 solutions at IMTS 2022 (booth 433103 and booth 432212) as well.
How to choose the right metrology system.
About the presentation There are a multitude of considerations when choosing the right metrology system, such as an optical comparator or a multi-sensor vision system. Following some straight-forward guidelines for selecting a system will serve machinists and quality control (QC) inspectors well. It’ll also help avoid making costly procurement mistakes. Primary factors include examining budget, application requirements such as accuracy and speed, facility environment, QC data collection objectivity vs subjectivity, and user skill. It’s also important to review the capabilities of the metrology system's software suite and how its features complement the user's application requirements. Automation solutions should also be a consideration, as automation is increasingly being deployed to improve productivity and throughput, such as capturing discrete points on a part's profile to be built into the inspection process as programmable steps.
Meet your presenter Greg Maisch has been with The L.S. Starrett Co. for six years. He is an engineering manager and has an education in mechanical engineering. Prior to that, Maisch was an enlisted Marine.
About the company The L.S. Starrett Co., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of industrial, professional, and consumer products worldwide. The vast portfolio of more than 5,000 products can be grouped in the categories of precision measuring tools, saws, metrology equipment, precision ground stock, granite, job-site and shop tools. Starrett markets its products through distributors to companies in the metalworking automotive, aviation, marine, and farm industries, as well as do-it-yourselfers and tradesmen.
Sphinx Tools’ offering primarily consists of precision solid round tools (micro tools) and surgical cutting tools.
Sandvik has signed and completed an agreement to acquire 100% of the equity interests in the Switzerland-based Sphinx Tools Ltd. and its wholly owned subsidiary P. Rieger Werkzeugfabrik AG. Sphinx Tools’ customers are mainly within the automotive, aerospace, and medical segments. The company will be reported within Sandvik Coromant, a division within Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions.
“With the acquisition of Sphinx Tools we continue to execute on our shift to growth strategy. Strengthening our position in round tools is one strategic priority for our machining solutions business and with this acquisition we will expand our product portfolio in the high growth area of micro tools,” says Stefan Widing, CEO and President of Sandvik.
Sphinx Tools enhances Sandvik Coromant’s product offering within solid round tools and is an established player in the adjacent surgical cutting tools market. The company is present in Europe with three production sites in Switzerland and has global distribution.
“The acquisition of Sphinx Tools fits very well with our strategy to strengthen our position in round tools. With Sphinx Tools we will have the opportunity to take a global leading position in micro tools, a premium niche of round tools, expand our product portfolio and enter an adjacent area of surgical tools. We are very pleased to welcome Sphinx Tools to the Group.” says Nadine Crauwels, President of Sandvik Machining Solutions.
Sphinx Tools was founded in 1994, has around 115 employees and is based in Switzerland. In 2021, the company generated revenues of approximately 292 MSEK. The EBITA margin is neutral to Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions. Impact on Sandvik’s earnings per share will be limited, yet slightly positive. The parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price.
The glass-free detector is ergonomically designed to accommodate both the patient’s and radiographer’s comfort.
Carestream Health’s focus on delivering medical imaging solutions that address customer needs has earned the company an award from Frost & Sullivan, a global market intelligence firm.
The CARESTREAM Lux 35 Detector, a lightweight, glass-free wireless detector ergonomically designed with the comfort of patients and radiographers in mind, earned the 2022 Frost & Sullivan Global New Product Innovation Award in the digital radiography detector industry. Frost & Sullivan noted the Lux 35 Detector “encompasses all of the attractive features of different digital radiography (DR) detectors in a single solution, making it the industry’s best DR detector.”
“The Frost & Sullivan Award is another validation of our research and development team’s continued success at developing solutions that incorporate cutting-edge technology to improve radiology workflow and enhance patient care,” said Dharmendu Damany, chief technology officer at Carestream. “With our first cesium iodide, glass-free Lux 35 Detector for the medical space, we provide a solution that is lightweight and provides resolution and detail, and a reduced exposure as compared with gadolinium detectors.”
Weighing about 5 lb (including the battery) the sleek 14” x 17” (35cm x 43cm) Lux 35 Detector with its glass-free sensor is Carestream’s lightest detector to date. The lighter weight makes it easier for radiographers to transport while making rounds and performing bedside exams. Also, the Lux 35 Detector has ergonomic features that reduce stress and fatigue for radiographers, allow easier positioning, and make the exam process more comfortable for patients.
The Lux 35 Detector supports image-processing options to assist radiologists, including tube and line visualization, pneumothorax visualization, EVP plus, and bone suppression. It uses Carestream’s ImageView Software powered by Eclipse for high image quality and features the X-Factor, so the detector can be shared with other compatible DRX equipment. Additionally, the Lux 35 detector battery is backwards compatible in that it works with DRX Plus Detectors and uses the same battery charger.
Carestream was the first to introduce a wireless cassette-sized detector and continues to lead the way in technology innovation by designing products and solutions that help alleviate customer pain points and make their radiology workflow easier.
“Frost & Sullivan applauds Carestream’s commitment to customer prioritization that has successfully culminated in efficient product delivery,” said Ojaswi Rana, best practices research analyst at Frost & Sullivan, which applies a rigorous analytical process to evaluate each nominee for its awards.
In its analysis, Frost & Sullivan also noted Carestream’s customer-centric philosophy permeates its daily practices. For example, Carestream’s eXceed Program ensures commitment from every employee to provide the best customer experience. The company works closely with clients, establishing long-term relationships by assessing their needs, developing solutions with roadmaps for seamless execution.
About the presentation What does an imaginary creature from 1950s German literature have in common with a tool data management system of today? When it comes to being a perfect solution, a whole lot it turns out. In Germany, there’s a special expression for something that does it all: Die eierlegende Wollmilchsau, or “the egg-laying wool-milk sow.” The imaginary creature, which looks just as spectacular as it sounds, popped up in German literature in the late 1950s and has since come to signify anything that combines every resource you might possibly need into one perfect solution. In 2022, Sandvik’s tool data management systems unveiled its very own Wollmilchsau in North America: TDM Cloud Essentials. TDM Cloud Essentials makes digital tool management available and affordable for everyone. It’s specifically geared toward a small to medium-sized company with a high proportion of individual orders, small batch sizes, wide range of applications or products, or a proportion of manufacturing handled in-house. Let’s have a look if TDM Cloud Essentials is really all you need to get started.
Meet your presenter Robert Auer has worked at TDM Systems since 2016 when he began as director of sales Asia Pacific/Global Partner Sales. After three years, he was appointed director of global business development. His focus lies in securing and expanding new markets around the world, particularly the American market. He comes from the field of process automation, tool management, and tool lifecycle management. Prior to that he was employed as head of sales and marketing at EffCom AG. Auer also brought a wealth of expertise in sales, key accounts, and marketing, not to mention international experience, from his earlier role at Zoller Inc. (USA), Zoller GmbH, and QUIAGEN.
About the company TDM Systems is the Sandvik Group’s competence center for tool data management (TDM). TDM software, in use around the world, is now in its fourth generation. One key to the success of TDM is its customer-oriented solutions. TDM offers a complete system for the management and organization of production resources, including tools, jigs, and fixtures, measuring and inspection equipment, setup equipment, chucks, and all related data. The present version of TDM V4 is available in 10 languages and can be procured on all international markets.