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10th issue, October 2012
Sustainable investment
by Meusburger
Page 12
The newspaper for customers, partners and staff
Focus on apprentices
Top training in a
future-oriented company from page 3
Friendly service at the exhibition stand
Over 35 exhibitions in 18 countries Page 21
More than 1,000 customers from
the punching tool sector
rely on Meusburger
Page 29
Focus on apprentices 3–11
Meusburger wins „met“ competition 4–5
A team for our future 6–7
Everything started with training 8
Arnold Sohm – longest serving member of staff 9
Apprentices on an outing 10–11
Now online: www.lehre-bei-meusburger.com 11
Dear customers and partners, Sustainable investment by Meusburger 12
dear members of staff
Stress-relieving heat treatment 13
The annual publication of our Meusburger company newspaper More than 10,000 standard bars available 14
is always a highlight for me.
Tools for surface finishing 15
Qualified and highly trained staff are an essential prerequisite for New products from Meusburger 16–17
the competitiveness of any company. If, in addition, members of
Consumables: Lubricating, cleaning, protecting 18
staff have been trained in the company they work in, the benefit For Meusburger, the family-owned
is immeasurable. Cutting tools for tool and mould making 18 company from Wolfurt, the year
For this reason, the training of apprentices is an important topic Complete range of erosion accessories 19 2012 is fully dedicated to the trai-
for Meusburger to which we have dedicated much space in this
ning of apprentices. The compa-
edition. In order to be able to provide top training for even more Air-cushioned assembly table 19
ny specialises in tool and mould
committed youngsters we are investing over EUR 1.2 million in
User meetings 2012 20 making and, with its worldwide
further equipment for our training workshop. In addition to more
expansion policy, is set for further
highly sophisticated machines and new training rooms we have Friendly service at the exhibition stand 21
growth in the future. To support
also increased the number of trainers to six. I am very much
A visit to Meusburger 22 this expansion, another 24 training
looking forward to meeting our 24 new apprentices and wish
positions have now been created.
them a successful start. Sales office in Istanbul (TR) 23
Meusburger now in the US 23
Our new apprentice website has recently gone online in the
form of a blog (www.lehre-bei-meusburger.com). Field service and in-house customer service 24–27 Focus on apprentices
You can find all reports and information on the subject of
Customer reports from 28
Meusburger’s apprentice training in the following pages.
More than 1,000 customers from the Top training in a future-oriented company
Our workforce is of course not our only concern – we focus just punching tool sector rely on Meusburger 29
as much on you, our customer and partner. In order to be able
Always up to date with digital media 37
to offer you top product quality and the best possible service,
we continue to invest in our production and the expansion of our How to produce a set of grill cutlery 41 Meusburger offers apprentices top training with career bonuses for good performance at work and in training, a
product range. Our recently introduced products are excellent opportunities in an international company with a future. modern and well-equipped teaching workshop and excel-
A visit to Dillinger Hütte GTS metal works 41
examples. The entire product range is available immediately lent career opportunities as well as the company’s extensive
from stock in the usual high Meusburger quality, with very short Vorarlberg: between Career with learning social benefits. These include the option of using the works
delivery times. Lake Constance and the Alps 42 The “Career with learning” motto is now well established transport, free bus and rail passes for transport throughout
in Meusburger’s company philosophy. The company offers Vorarlberg, subsidised meals in the canteen, extra tuition
Kerstin Hämmerle reports from China 43
Why not visit us at one of the over 35 trade exhibitions in 18 apprentices the opportunity to achieve qualifications in in school subjects, internal and external further education
countries worldwide and find out what service we provide. In An example of work and study 43 the following trades: programmes as well as the chance to take
addition, we organise about ten user meetings every year which Sports activities 44 metal technician (machin- part in numerous leisure activities, such as
are an ideal platform for exchanging topical information and “We are in the fortunate position
ing), metal technician cycling tours, skiing and rambling outings,
catching the latest industry news. Vorarlberg cycling competition 45 that ll our apprentices Want
(mechanical enginee r- ice hockey and football competitions, and
to stay on at the company after
Events, long-serving staff, the new generation 46–47 ing), production techni- rock climbing excursions, to name but a few.
I am particularly pleased that some of our customers and having completed their appren­
cian, metal worker and IT
partners have again been happy to contribute actively to the ticeship in order to continue
technician. Meusburger’s “We are in the fortunate
content of our company newspaper. In the current business their vocational carrer“
apprentice trainers are position that all our appren-
year, for the first time in our history, we will be servicing more
Roman Giesinger, Head of Human Resources
not only very competent tices want to stay on at
than 10,000 active customers. Many thanks for placing your
confidence in us. Editorial information – Owner, editor and publisher: Meusburger Georg in terms of their subject the company after having
GmbH & Co KG, A-6960 Wolfurt, Kesselstr. 42, T 00 43 (0) 55 74 / 67 06-0, knowledge but are also highly skilled in student education completed their apprenticeship in order to
F 12, [email protected], www.meusburger.com, Editors: Jasmine
I hope you enjoy the read. Kind regards, Heßler-Luger, Eveline Steurer, Andreas Sutter, Roman Giesinger, Design: and teaching methods. The quality of this training has been continue their vocational carrer“, explains
Jasmine Heßler-Luger, Photos: H eidegger Fotografie, Till Hückels, Vorarlberg confirmed by the State of Vorarlberg on several occasions Head of Human Resources, Roman Gies-
Tourismus, Roman Horner, Thorbecke Luftbild, p anograf.at, Meusburger, by awarding the company the title “Training Company of inger, adding with obvious pride: “To
Print: Vorarlberger Verlagsanstalt GmbH, Circulation: 60,000 copies,
Excellence”. achieve that we did not have to do a lot of persuading
editorial policy in accordance with § 25 Media Act: current information
for Meusburger customers, partners and staff, Publication: The medium is – not least because the good working environment and
Guntram Meusburger distributed free of charge to Meusburger customers, partners and members Meusburger’s apprentices benefit from the prospect of the in-house career opportunities at Meusburger speak for
of staff. Reprint only permitted when the source is quoted.
Managing Director a secure job after completing their apprenticeship, from themselves.”
10th issue, October 2012 3
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Vorarlberg’s best apprentices
Meusburger wins “met“ competition
From left to right: Roland Rädler, Ulrich Patscheider, Wolfgang Hopfner, Daniel
Bals, Fabio König, Markus Kohler, Christoph Schelling, David Steinacher
The high quality of Meusburger’s training programme has
bcoemenp ectoitniofinrm. eInd bWy IFtIh isD oyernabr’isr nr eosuulrt s aipn ptrheen tiacpeps reangtaicine APPRENTICES REPORT New seminar room
dem onstrated their skills. In the countrywide “met” Although we were suprised about the
Training facility now on two levels
competition by the “metall elektro technik Gewerbe” high placements achieved by our appren-
Christoph Schelling and Markus Kohler achieved first and tices, we knew they were going to do well
second place respectively. Daniel Bals, Wolfgang Hopfner, because of their very good performances at What I like best is the varied nature Over the course of the next three years, Meusburger
David Steinacher, Ulrich Patscheider and Fabio König was school. of the work. Because we work to a rota- will expand the training workshop to accommodate up
awarded “excellent success”; and Roland Rädler presented Peter Nussbaumer, tion schedule we have the opportunity to 100 apprentices. For this reason, the company has
with “very good success”. Head of Training and Further Education to work in different departments. In this recently invested another EUR 45,000 in the construc-
way we get to know the entire company tion of a new training room directly above the existing
Daniel Bals (6th place), Wolfgang Hopfner (8th place), David and can then decide in which depart- training workshop. From September, this provides our
Steinacher (9th place), Ulrich Patscheider and Fabio König ment we would like to work after our future experts with a 70 sqm large seminar room with
(both 13th place), and Roland Rädler (26th place) all contrib- a pprenticeship. modern equipment. This facility on the first floor will
uted to the first-class success, which was one of the best results Lukas Kohler, apprentice primarily be used for teaching theory content of the
achieved by Meusburger in this competition. Seven of the respective trades and computer-aided machine pro-
eight participating apprentices achieved an excellent success. gramming, as well as to give extra tuition.
Reward for the achievement I am impressed by Meusburger’s
In recognition of their achievement the apprentices are given range of modern machinery and tools.
bonuses and offered permanent employment as skilled work- We work on state-of-the-art machines
ers by Meusburger: “We hare happy to reward the excellent and learn how to operate the latest cut-
The proud winners: Christoph Schelling and Markus Kohler achievements of our young workers in order to motivate them ting tools.
and to accelerate their personal development”, explaines Michael Egger, apprentice
At the beginning of the year, Meusburger’s apprentices proved Head of Human Resources,
their mettle in this year’s “met” competition. From now on, Roman Giesinger. RESULTS
19-year-old Christoph Schelling can call himself “best in his
field” – he came first in the competition. “We were given lim-
ited time in which to produce workpieces, master various cal-
“met” competition 2012
culation examples and answer questions relating to our work. There is a very relaxed and
Christoph Schelling 1st place
That was not easy, but this trade comes naturally to me”, says friendly atmosphere between us at the
Markus Kohler 2nd place
the winner, who is now one of the instructors in Meusburger’s workshop. Our apprentice trainers are
Daniel Bals 6th place
training team. Markus Kohler won second place and thereby very easy to talk to and help us when
Wolfgang Hopfner 8th place
secured double victory for Meusburger. “The competition we have a problem. Apprentice trainer Peter Nussbaumer and his apprentices are pleased
David Steinacher 9th place
was hard but taking part was definitely worth it“, reflects the Yolanda Wegrzyn, apprentice about the new seminar room with its excellent equipment.
Ulrich Patscheider 13th place
runner-up.
Fabio König 13th place
Roland Rädler 26th place
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For me it is important Apprentice trainer
that our apprentice trainers are Turning
free to develop themselves in
Our five production apprentice trainers (from the respective departments.
left to right): Dominik Köb, Stefan Kohler, Peter I have now been working in In order to ensure good all-
Nussbaumer, Simon Alber, Christoph Schelling the training workshop for three years round training, everyone must I have been a member of the
and look after our apprentices when be able to apply his own ideas Meusburger training workshop team
they learn milling. I am also in charge and notions. Our instructors fre- since September 2011 and have also
of safety in our training workshop. In quently attend further educa- completed my apprenticeship here. I
addition, I support our apprentices tion events and seminars so that am currently looking after 14 appren-
when they have issues at school. What they keep abreast of the latest tices who learn to work with the lathe;
I especially like about Meusburger is trends in technology. In addi- every month they will move on to
A team for our future that I am free to develop within my tion, we place great emphasis different departments in accordance
field of responsibility and have on the development of social with the rotation schedule. What I like
a lot of say in what goes on. competence in our company. best in my work is the friendly working
More tutors for more apprentices We are a young team of train- atmosphere in the team and of course
OUR NEW ARRIVALS ers who are open to new ideas the varied tasks.
Stefan Kohler (22)
and changes. Every day, I enjoy
Apprentice trainer
To acquire knowledge and pass it on to others is a challeng- being part of this fantastic team.
Milling
ing task that requires considerable input but also brings We extend a warm welcome to the 24 new
much joy. At Meusburger there are five young dynamic apprentices joining our team and wish them
apprentice trainers who have taken up the challenge. In much success in their training:
order to be able to cope with the steadily increasing num-
ber of applications and to provide appropriate guidance Metal technology (machining):
and tuition for the apprentices, Meusburger continues to Pascal Diem, Lauterach Christoph Schelling (19)
increase the number of instructors. Tim Feichtinger, Langen Apprentice trainer
Pascal Fend, Möggers Milling
In addition to the training in the respective skills of the trade, the Markus Ischepp, Krumbach
instructors place great emphasis on the personal development Julian Keick, Lustenau After completing my final
of each individual apprentice. They focus not only on techno- Nico Luger, Krumbach Dominik Köb (25) apprentice exam with excellent success
logically subject-specific knowledge but also provide overall Patrick Moosbrugger, Wolfurt Apprentice trainer I was given the opportunity to join
coaching to the young people to help them grow into skilled Stellios Penoglou, Wolfurt Basic training and turning Meusburger’s team of instructors. What
and responsible members of the workforce. Jan Rettenbacher, Lauterach I like best is the state-of-the-art machinery in the training
Dominik Stadelmann, Lauterach A short while ago I joined Meusburger workshop and the daily challenges we have to cope with.
Training Company of Excellence Lukas Staudacher, Hörbranz as an apprentice trainer: I look after our apprentices in I am also impressed by the further education courses open
The quality of Meusburger’s training pro- Fabio Steurer, Langenegg basic training and when they learn to work with a lathe. to us apprentice trainers on an on-going basis.
gramme and apprentice trainers has been Christian Stockklauser, Riefensberg Following my apprenticeship at Zumtobel, I worked for
confirmed by the State of Vorarlberg on Florian Wucher, Möggers five years with CNC milling machines at Doppelmayr and Y
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several occasions by awarding the company Z-Werkzeugbau. As a trainer I really enjoy passing on U
the title “Training Company of Excellence”. Metal technology (mechanical engineering): my knowledge and experience to our lads and girls and
Patrick Moosbrugger, Hohenweiler witnessing how they develop, step by step, into properly
“Many of our tutors have themselves completed their train- Mathias Sohler, Eichenberg skilled workers.
ing at Meusburger and all take part in a rolling programme of Patrick Theisl, Lustenau
special training and further education. We are not just inter- Daniel Tratter, Hörbranz
ested in the skills of the trade but also put great emphasis on
the instructors’ coaching and methodical teaching abilities”, Metal working:
explains Roman Giesinger, Head of Human Resources. Martin Berchtold, Andelsbuch
OUR APPRENTICE TRAINERS TELL US
Now, Meusburger is the third-largest training company in Resul Demirkir, Dornbirn
Voof rVa.rElb.Mer.g ’s(V moeratrallb ienrdgu sEtrlye catnridc ahla sa nredc eMntelyt abl eIcnodmuest ary m) ewmhobseer SMeibchaasteial nM Foeseure, rMsteöigng, eRresu the WHAT THEY DO AT MEUSBURGER’S TRAININGWORKSHOP
members cooperate in all matters concerning apprentice Ricardo Vigl, Hörbranz
training. Jenny Gagern, Langen
www.lehre-bei-meusburger.com
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C a r e e r s Longest-serving member
of staff
Interview with Arnold Sohm
“The varied work, the contact with
international suppliers, being part of
an outstanding team and the friendly Meusburger is a family-
atmosphere in the company” – these owned company with a his-
are the things Daniel Fink (35), Head tory of almost 50 years.
of Purchasing, appreciates most What started as a one-man
about Meusburger. business is now a company
“As a matter of fact, I always wanted a job with respon- with over 570 members of
sibility”, says Daniel Fink who started his career in 1992 staff. Arnold Sohm (57) is the
as an apprentice in the wholesale department. longest-serving member of
staff gives us an insight into
his job at Meusburger:
Following a successfully completed apprenticeship as
machine mechanic and toolmaker Hubert Weber (45) How did it all start? I have been working for Meusburger
joined Meusburger in 1987. Hubert Weber is an out- for 42 years. I started as an apprentice at the former loca-
standing example of an admirable career development; tion in Dornbirn and did all the work that came my way as a
he started as an operative in the Milling/Special Produc- toolmaker. In 1989 I passed my Master exam. In those days,
tion department, became shift foreman, changed over automation was far less advanced than it is today. There
to the Programming department and finally advanced to were many things we produced manually using processes
Everything started with training Head of Production and Technology such as filing, sawing, milling, turning or grinding. About
in 2010. 35 years ago I specialised in tool grinding, first on a manual
S1 machine and now on several CNC controlled machines.
Meusburger staff talk about their careers “What I like especially in my job as
Head of Production and Technology is When I compare those days with today I can see some
the feeling that I can move something differences. In those days you had to be more versatile, you
in the company.” had to cope with all work that had to be done. We all knew
each other and helped each other out. Today everybody is
Once they have completed their mandatory schooling, Peter Heinzle (56) started his career specialised in a certain field, the tasks are better allocated.
many young people face the same question: Enter into 41 years ago with an apprenticeship in That is possible because of the large number of employees.
employment or further education? The real life examples mechanical engineering at Meusburger: I no longer know everybody who works for the company.
below vividly illustrate various career paths adopted by “The training today bears no resemblance Stefan Muxel (24) does not hesi- Despite that, the working environment is still very good, also
Meusburger employees who started their professional life to that in those days. Since the establish- tate when asked why he opted for the relationship with the supervisors.
with an apprenticeship. ment of the training workshop in 2002, an apprenticeship with Meusburger:
every apprentice has the chance to choose “I thought the taster day was great; What is special about Meusburger? Meusburger is a
the department he wants to work in. That’s I was particularly impressed by the modern family-owned enterprise with many different pro-
an investment for the future, not just for the apprentices but large training workshop right in the duct divisions. I particularly appreciate the good working
also for the company.” From the production workshop to the middle of the works! It was exactly environment in our department, the tool store.
office – Peter Heinzle has now been working in the Process the right decision to complete an Something that I like remembering is an excursion to
Planning department for 35 years. Producing drawings and apprenticeship with Meusburger.” Stefan Muxel Hungary that lasted several days. On the occasion of
designs is part of his daily work. In 1978 he produced the first has been with Meusburger for nine years and is now Meusburger’s 25-year anniversary, all members of staff were
Meusburger catalogue. Head of the Special Processing department. invited on this trip. That was a really nice experience.
What I do to balance my work? I like being with my family
“If I had to choose again, I would certainly and also enjoy hiking and playing football. This is what I look
opt for vocational training – I can really “For me it was important to be able to stand on my own forward to when thinking of my retirement: outings, cycling,
recommend that option. Because with a two feet after leaving school. For that reason I opted working in the garden or forest.
successfully completed apprenticeship and for a tool mechanic apprenticeship”, explains Ramona
a lot of commitment everything is pos- Schwinger (21) regarding her motiva- My motto? I enjoy passing on my knowledge and experi-
sible”, says Armin Chiesola (50), whose tion. “Since the beginning of the year ence to my colleagues.
career started as tool maker and technical I have been working in in-house sales
draughtsman. In 1988, Armin Chiesola joined Meusburger as and appreciate the high degree of “Arnold has been an appreciated member of staff for many
Head of Area Sales. Three years ago he seized the opportunity personal responsibility and the direct years. In addition, he is one of the most reliable drivers of
offered to him and is now Head of Sales for Austria, Switzerland contact with customers. What I like the Meusburger company buses. Every day, he takes his
and Southern Germany. especially is that I can use the technical colleagues to work and home again and has done that for
knowledge I have acquired in my job decades”, praises Hubert Weber, Head of Production and
Stefan Muxel, who started his working life with an apprenticeship at Meusburger,
is now – together with his brother Andreas Muxel – in charge of the Special and training.” Technology.
Processing department.
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A p p r e n t i c e s NEW
Now online!
Social days
The social days for apprentices are an annual highlight: the
idea of these two days is to make it easier for new appren- www.lehre-bei-meusburger.com
tices to start their working life at Meusburger by introducing
them to colleagues and trainers in a relaxed atmosphere.
This event is packed with action and fun – for example Finally, at the beginning of September – after an extensive
archery, rock climbing, summer sledging and a barbecue. planning and implementation phase – the time had come:
And in between events, the technical knowledge is brought our newly designed apprentice website went online!
up to date in training sessions.
What is special about it: its content and functionality have
Visit to a steel works been implemented in the form of a blog. A blog is compar-
It has now become a tradition that during their training, able to an online diary that everybody can see; it is used
each Meusburger apprentice is given the opportunity to by a company and/or its staff to post news and events of
It’s all go! see, at least once, where steel comes from and how it is daily life.
produced. For this reason a visit to a steel mill is organised
every four years. The last excursion was to Voestalpine in In our case, entries and articles are posted by the appren-
Apprentices on an outing
Linz where the apprentices had the chance to spend two tices and trainers. The point is not to produce perfectly
exciting days, including informative tours through the entire written copy and pretty content, but to convey a realistic
works. For the spring of 2013, a visit to Dillinger steel works insight into daily life in our training workshop.
in the Saarland has been planned.
Visitors to our blog can find all the important information
Fakuma trade exhibition regarding training, but they also have the option of posting
Meusburger not only focuses on train- Once a year, Friedrichshafen is host to the Fakuma trade comments and to take part in discussions. With this form
ing and learning but also on team spirit exhibition at which Meusburger and many customers from of communication we intend to establish a dialogue with
and having fun. The company organ- the industry have a stand. After an interesting tour of interested pupils, parents and teachers, and offer an ideal
ises many events and excursions where the exhibition, the whole crew meets up at the popular platform for open questions, requests and suggestions
people have the chance to get to know Meusburger exhibition stand. To round off the day tasty relating to apprenticeships at Meusburger.
each other. A convivial atmosphere in giant pizzas are served.
a team also helps one to enjoy one’s In short – we are looking forward to many visits, plenty of
work and thus underpins the moti- Sledging outing comments and lively discussions in our new blog.
vation of staff. Programmes include One of Meusburger’s numerous fun events is the traditional
sporting outings, such as cycling and sledging outing which takes place in February on an illu-
rock climbing tours, running events, minated sledging piste in Sibratsgfäll (Bregenzerwald). All
skiing and rambling days, ice hockey Meusburger apprentices, trainers and those responsible for
and football competitions, through to apprentices in the departments take part. The sledges and
social days, visits to other works and the transport to the start of the piste are taken care of, and
to exhibitions. after the run, there are drinks and music.
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Then as now
Your benefits
1964 Foundation of the one-man company by Georg Meusburger
1978 Production of standard moulds
» Low-deformation processing
1980 New building and move to Wolfurt (Austria); 35 employees
1992 Construction of first high-bay warehouse » Shorter processing times due to smaller size allowance
2003 Construction of new office building – Wing A » Longer service life of tools
2007 Management of the company handed to Guntram Meusburger » Avoiding quenching cracks in subsequent heat
260 employees
treatment
2010 Punching tools are added to the portfolio
» Advantages in automated processing, particularly
2011 Leading manufacturer of standard parts, turnover: EUR 129 million
when using clamping systems
2012 New office building – Wing B
Over 10,000 prestigious customers, 570 employees
With a view to the future Stress-relieving heat treatment
Sustainable investment by Meusburger Prerequisite for top quality
The year 2011 was, in many ways, a at the company headquarters in Wolfurt
successful one for Meusburger. The has five floors and can accommodate All steel grades are heat-treated for stress relief to The material is heat-treated for stress relief in our own three
company is pleased to announce a 32 200 additional members of staff who create best conditions for low-deformation processing of furnaces with a total daily capacity of 240 tonnes. The success
percent increase in turnover and puts can offer a comprehensive service to parts. With the acquisition of another annealing furnace, of this process is largely determined by the long cooling down
this positive result down to its consis- Meusburger customers. Architecturally Meusburger’s heat treatment capacity has been more than period of 14 hours (35 °C/hour).
tently high product quality and the fact speaking, the new building mirrors wing doubled. In this way the company is well placed to continue
that it offers very short delivery times. A of the main building and appeals with to meet the increased demand for standard moulds that are For more information visit
In order to maintain this position also its generous interior design. heat-treated for stress relief. www.meusburger.com
in the future, Meusburger continues its
policy of sustainable investment. “Because the in-house sales team
In addition to an expansion of the git rebwe csaigmneif icnaenctelys swariyth itno as efepwar amteo ntthhes °°CC Optimum heat curve
The storage capacity of the high-bay storage facility 700
machinery, the extension of the steel groups dealing with foreign language
has been increased to 1,700 cassettes.
700
storage and the high-bay storage facil- markets. Thanks to the new building, all 600
ity, and the construction of a new pro- sales staff are now back 600
500
duction building for processing steel in the same office so
500
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plate, the company has also invested in that they can exchange
400
another annealing furnace. information without dif- 300
ficulty”, explains Nicola 300
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More capacity for customer concerns Pibal, head of the depart-
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Meusburger endeavours to always adjust ment for sales in foreign
its services to the wishes and needs of languages, with obvious 12000 h
its customers. This inevitably involves a satisfaction. 20 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 h
steady increase in qualified staff. It is the 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
only way to guarantee a fast and straight- Anwärmzeit Haltezeit Abkühlzeit
Continuing investments at its Vorarlberg location forward response to customer concerns. he4a Sttiunngde nup m6 Satiunntdaenin 14 Stuncdoeno l=in 3g5 °pC e/ rSitoundde
make it possible for Meusburger to remain competi-
tive in the international markets. The new, state-of-the-art office building 4 hours 6 hours 14 hours= 35°C / hour
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Over 10,000 standard bars available Expansion of the product range
Advantages due to shorter production time Meusburger tools for surface finishing
As a supplier of standard moulds Meusburger knows In order to be able to supply customers at the shortest pos- In time for Fakuma 2012, Meusburger is expanding its
all about semi-finished products. The Austrian company sible notice, Meusburger maintains large storage facilities for product range with accessories for surface finishing for
recognised the drive towards improved economic efficiency finished and primary material. many applications in tool and mould making. In the future,
at an early stage and produces plates and bars in all com- customers will also benefit in this sector from Meusburger’s
mon material specifications and sizes. Product range is constantly expanding competence and excellent service.
The expanded product range in the material grades 1.2316, NEW
In line with the idea of providing optimum service, steel is 1.2344 and 1.2714 is particularly suitable for extrusion pro- The new product range of tools for surface finishing includes
supplied heat-treated for stress relief in order make it easier cesses. selected milling, grinding and polishing tools that perfectly
for customers to mill and grind the material. The 16 different match the requirements in tool and mould making. The new
materials supplied by Meusburger are available in different range only contains products with the best price/performance
versions – as standard bars (N), round bars (NR), precision bars Information ratio, which have been tested and selected to strict criteria.
(NP) and square-cut bars (NV). They can be used in almost any Rotary burrs, mounted points, files, abrasive belts,
application in tool and mould making. You have not found the size you need or need special polishing stones, brushes, felt sticks and polishing
dimensions? Please do not hesitate to contact us – we agents are available immediately from stock in
Your benefits are happy to help you. the customary high Meusburger product quality.
» Fast and easy procurement of primary material
» Dimensions in 10 mm increments You are just a few clicks away from your order Order your catalogue at
» High-grade, low-deformation steel with heat-treatment for Ordering made easy – the Meusburger CD and online www.meusburger.com
stress relief catalogue.
» Ground thickness www.meusburger.com/online-catalogue
» Shorter production times reduce costs
N – standard bar length: 500 and 800 mm NR – round bar length: 20; 25; ...500; 800
» Width & length sawn with allowance tolerance: +6 / +4 » Diameter peeled tolerance: +3 / 0
» Thickness ground tolerance: +0.45 / +0.4 » Length sawn with allowance tolerance: +6 / +4
NP – precision bar length: 500 mm NV – square-cut bar length: 100; ...800
» Width milled tolerance: +0.5 / +0.4
» Outside bright tolerance: h11
» Length sawn with allowance tolerance: +6 / +4
» Length sawn with allowance tolerance: +6 / +4
» Thickness ground tolerance: +0.45 / +0.4 The new tools appeal due to their high quality and good price/performance ratio. Meusburger’s new surface finishing tools will be available in time for the autumn
exhibitions and can then be supplied directly from stock.
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New products by Meusburger E 2141 and E 2142 deflection unit NE – hardened block for eroding
The new deflection units make it pos- The NE – blocks for eroding are available
sible to deflect channels for tempera- in material grade 1.2379 in numerous
Can be ordered from the CD and the online catalogue
ture regulation within cavity plates and dimensions directly from stock, now also
also through plate joints. They can be in hardened version (vacuum hardened
attached outside of the mould or in a to 62 – 2 HRC and tempered three
FW 1000 Tray for change inserts E 5010 guide pillar h4 with collar Lifting elements with CE marking recess. Due to the two oblong holes, the times). The guaranteed vertical rolling
The trays ensure that the FW change In combination with the gliding slide E 1276 lifting hook E 2142 deflection unit allows for variable direction is clearly marked.
inserts are stored safely and securely, bushes E 5120, E 5122 and E 5124 the E 1280 lifting bolt VDI 3366 cooling coordinates. The housing con-
especially during transport within the guide pillar is an economic alternative. E 1282 lifting stud VDI 3366 sists of corrosion-resistant steel 1.2085 Electrical connectors and housings
company. Label plates are integrated to The E5010 guide pillar is used when E 1284 lifting stud with cable securing and the deflection unit itself of brass Since mid-2012, Meusburger’s exten-
allow clear identification of parts. processing thicker sheet metal. In the device and Viton. Diameters 6, 8 and 10 are all sive product range also includes top Numerous standard parts available
same dimensions as E 5000 immediately The new CE-compliant lifting elements available in three lengths. quality electrical connectors and hous- in special dimensions
E 1702 and E 1712 Ejectors with anti- available from stock. for top safety when transporting tools. ings. Meusburger supplies highly tem- Meusburger supplies standard com-
twist lock Your benefits: Slide construction kit perature-resistant cable housings made ponents for any application. Howe ver,
Ejector pins with precise anti-twist lock » Directly available from stock in many The Meusburger slide construction kit of die-cast aluminium which are fully if special dimensions are required,
ensure exact positioning. The shape of versions range has been extended so that it can finished on the connector side. These Meusburger can offer these too for many
the pin’s head ensures that the installa- » With CE marking for maximum safety be used for even the smallest installation high-quality connector housings can be standard items. Since the last update of
tion position is maintained. The exten- spaces; it contains ready-to-use slides supplied in numerous versions, and are our digital media, all boxes with modi-
sive range includes numerous dimen- E 1514 Threaded bolt for ejector sets made from 1.2343 (~54 HRC) and 1.2311 available with male and female inserts fiable dimensions have a white back-
sions which are available directly from The threaded bolt can be used for easy (~ 1.080 N/mm²). Now also with shoul- with different poles immediately from ground. This means that the customer
stock. and fast coupling of the ejector set with- dered gliding plate for precise position- stock. can clearly see in which sizes custom
E 5010 out threaded pin. Its length is designed ing of the guiding rails. Can be replaced dimensions can be supplied. This func-
to match the Meusburger ejector base easily and quickly from the separating tion can be found in “Edit article“.
plates and the compact design ensures plane using standardised components.
that only minimal space is required for
installation. NEW
E 1284 E 2142
NE
E 1282
E 2710
FW 1000 E 2141
E 3027
E 1280
E 30110
E 1276
E 1712
E 3162
E 2714
E 1514
E 2712
E 3016
Order now from our online catalogue
E 1702
www.meusburger.com
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Lubricating, cleaning, protecting Complete range of erosion accessories
Meusburger consumables are now available from stock Following customer requests now also electrolytic copper & graphite
In the autum of 2011, Meusburger expanded its product agents for effective and fast cleaning of moulds and tools and Everything from a single source – under this motto What are the advantages of graphite?
range with high-quality consumables for many applications. preservers for reliable corrosion protection. The use of these Meusburger has substantially expanded its erosion accesso- » Graphite results in a time saving of up to 70 percent when
These high-performance lubricants, cleaning agents and quality products increases tool productivity and thereby con- ries range. Following customer requests, the rod electrodes milling the electrode on an HSC milling machine. And in the
preservers are now immediately available from stock in tributes to preventing costly breakdowns. with 15x15 and 25x25 chamfers and the tried-and-tested design it makes it possible to combine several mould ele-
various container sizes. head electrodes have been expanded to include more ments on one electrode. This reduces costs considerably.
Your benefits: sizes in electrolytic copper. It is also » With graphite it is possible to produce very fine contours and
Meusburger is the name for top- » Extensive range of high-performance lubri- now possible to cut electrode there is no risk of burrs forming. This means that
quality products and uses the cants for many applications graphite. there is no expensive rework.
best raw materials and suppliers, » Cleaning agents for cleaning your tools fast » Due to its low thermal
combined with systematic qua- and effectively Now, electrolytic copper is expansion, graphite
lity assurance covering the entire » Preservers for reliable corrosion protection also available as a primary is much more dimen-
production process. Thanks to its material in round, square sionally stable than
many years of experience in tool “With this expansion of our range we want to and rectangular form. Sizes copper, which makes
and mould making, Meusburger offer our customers even better service range from 6 mm to 80 mm the EDM process more
has launched specially developed and also ensure that the service life of in diameter and from 20 x 6 mm reliable.
products which are specifically their moulds and tools is maximised”, says to 100 x 50 mm in section and are avail- » When using graphite in the r oughing
designed for the high require- Managing Director Guntram Meusburger. able from stock up to lengths of 500 mm. process, the amount of material removed
ments presented by injection With respect to electrode graphite, customers can order plane- is doubled while also causing less tool wear.
moulding and punching tool To download a brochure visit parallel special graphite plates in customised sizes cut from
construction. www.meusburger.com standard plate thicknesses of between 20 and 50 mm from To download a brochure visit
Meusburger. www.meusburger.com
The range comprises high-performance lubri-
cants for all applications in tool and mould making, cleaning
Cutting tools Air-cushioned assembly table
Designed for tool and mould making Obvious advantages for tool and mould makers
At the beginning of 2012, Meusburger started with a are especially adapted to the demanding requirements pre- The air-cushioned assembly table by Meusburger makes re-setting, which means more efficient working and an increase
new range of products: high-quality cutting tools. Now sented by injection moulding and punching tool construction. assembly and repair work on injection moulding, die in productivity. The easy handling and reduced setting-
customers can also benefit from the company’s many years The cutting guide values match the steel grades used by cast and punching tools significantly up time saves further time and expenditure.
of experience when buying cutting tools. The extensive pro- Meusburger. easier. The table was developed
duct range of milling cutters, drill bits, threading tools and specifically for this task and was fur- Another important advantage for customers is
reamers is perfectly adapted for many applications Positive customer feedback ther improved and CE certified the fact that the table can carry up to 3,000 kg
in tool and mould making. All cutting tools are “The machining of the cavity plates worked out very well, the last year. and is rugged enough to withstand the impact
available immediately from stock in the customary milling cutters are really good. One can see that by just from items being deposited abruptly. The
high Meusburger quality. looking at the chips!” says Rainer The air-cushioned assembly air-cushioned H 4062 assembly table
Dangel, head of the techno- table is ideal for repair and is supplied with stand and tool cabi-
“We see ourselves as your reliable partner logy centre at Heller. This assembly work on moulds net, as well as extensive accessories.
for tool and mould making. For that rea- statement confirms, most and tools because both mould
son we continually adjust our range and impressively, the consis tent halves can be moved in any In summary, this innovative in-house
service to our customers’ needs”, says high quality of products from direction without the exertion development by Meusburger is not only
Guntram Meusburger, Managing Director. Meusburger for both the of force. an efficient aid for repair and assembly
“We aim to offer our customers a growing cutting tools and the steel The underside of the movable pallets work but it also increases the safety of
choice of products and ultimately every- grades it uses. is fitted with multiple air nozzles; with personnel and protects the valuable tools
thing from a single source.“ the help of these an air cushion against damage.
For product information visit is created which forms the base
For this reason, at the beginning of 2012, www.meusburger.com for moving the tool halves with- For more information visit
the company launched cutting tools which out effort. Both mould surfaces www.meusburger.com
can be accessed without turning or
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