Production Machining’s February 2022 News Highlights

Rego-Fix AG has signed an agreement to acquire the majority equity interests of Swiss-based Gewitec AG, which is an established, global provider of standardized precision parts for the tool and machine industry and for OEM solutions. “Gewitec is an ideal fit for the Rego-Fix Group, and working with them will offer increased opportunities and synergies between the two companies,” says Richard Weber, CEO of Rego-Fix AG Switzerland. “Both share the same core values in terms of quality, customer service and Swiss-made precision.” Read more about this latest industry acquisition.

Here are more news highlights:
United Grinding Group Nominated for UX Design Award — United Grinding Group’s C.O.R.E. has been nominated for the UX Design Awards 2022, which recognizes exceptional user experience. The company says the solution standardizes operation of all its machine tools, with a 24-inch, multitouch C.O.R.E. panel, offering controls similar to a smartphone and personalized customization options.

Methods Machine Tools Partners with Lathe Manufacturer Weiler — Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of machine tools and automation systems in North America, now represents select Weiler products in North America. Weiler is a German manufacturer of precision flat-bed lathes, specializing in high-mix, low-volume jobs and long workpieces. Methods represents the company’s V-Series and E-Series lathes.

Xometry Acquires Thomas — Xometry, a global marketplace for on-demand manufacturing, has acquired Thomas, a provider of product sourcing, supplier selection and digital marketing solutions. The acquisition of Thomas is expected to rapidly expand Xometry’s buyer and seller base, enhancing Xometry’s global digital marketplace for manufacturers.

Allied Machine Donates Boring Tools to USS Pampanito Restoration — Allied Machine and Engineering recently donated various boring bars and inserts to be used with a 1954 Wohlhaupter boring head on the U.S.S. Pampanito restoration project. The Pampanito is a World War II submarine located in San Francisco which opened to the public in 1982. Since then, it has been the goal of the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association to return the submarine to the condition it was in when it left San Francisco’s Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in 1945.

Military Veterans Are Essential at Mazak — Mazak North America credits veterans for being essential to its ongoing hiring efforts and its ability to move past the skills gap that challenges companies throughout the manufacturing industry. With 18 new veteran hires in 2021, the Mazak staff now includes 87 veterans in departments ranging from field service and parts to production and purchasing.

Seco Tools Hits Emissions Target 9 Years Ahead of Schedule — Green energy has helped Seco Tools hit its 2030 emissions target nine years ahead of schedule thanks to a combination of green electricity and renewable energy certificates in the U.S. and India. It also has the added benefit of cost savings for the business. The Seco focus on making all aspects of its business more sustainable led to a comprehensive review of the company’s energy requirements.

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