Made in Germany! - matec

Made in 

Germany! 

Editorial 

Erich Unger, Managing Director 

matec Maschinenbau GmbH 

www.matec.de 

Machines Processes Applications 1/2011 

matec-30 HV with double swiveling bridge – for a great variety of machining tasks 

Highlights: 

� Double swiveling bridge, separately or simultaneously swiveling 

� Pendulum machining with two working areas 

� 5-axis simultaneous machining 

� Machining on five sides 

For more information see the following pages! 

Series production of parts or machining of voluminous and long 

workparts in single part manufacturing – matec machines offer 

optimal and highly precise machining for every kind of workpiece! 

matec is able to meet these challenges with its flexible, innovative machine 

concepts and a quality which results last but not least from our claim “Made 

in Germany”. To fulfill all customer requests we have developed an ingenious 

modular component system, which allows to cover nearly all machining 

tasks in metal cutting. – Choosing a basic machine from our programme 

marks the beginning of each planning. A great variety of options 

turn basic machines into complete solutions, which perfectly suit customer’s 

demands. In this issue of “Matec News” we present to you interesting machine 

concepts for special applications and processes. Please find further information 

in our machine brochures or on www.matec.de. 

Sincerely 

Erich Unger 

Content 

pp. 1-3 HV Series 

pp. 4-7 HVU Series 

p. 8 Böhm Solar Suhl 

p. 9 matec L/HV 2000 

p. 10 L Series 

p. 11 S Series 

pp. 12-13 Gantry Series 

pp. 14-15 Special application 

pp. 16 On matec

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matec-30 HV matec-30 HVK 

matec-30 HVC 

In detail: 

matec-40 HV 

The matec machine concept – an ingenious modular system 

matec’s machine tool conception is based on standard machines as well 

as custom-made machines. Planning is always based on our customer’s 

specific machining tasks. 

Choosing a basic machine from our programme marks the beginning of 

each planning. A great variety of options, e.g. CNC round and tilting 

tables, 5-axis milling heads, infinitely variable NC heads, linear drives, 

handling systems, tools, and devices turn basic machines into complete 

solutions. The “clever-engineered” matec modular component system 

allows to cover nearly all customer requests in metal cutting. 

The traveling column series has been developed for single-part and series 

production. Whether used for twin-table machining with rotary table or 

tail stock, multiple clamping or single-part manufacturing of voluminous 

parts, this machine group covers nearly all fields of application. Stability, 

precision and high speed are characteristics of these machines. 

Machines 

Traveling column series 

Outstanding features of the traveling column series are long traverse paths, 

horizontally and vertically swiveling machine spindles, easy mounting of 

clamping units as well as automatic loading by means of external loading 

systems. A swivel head for horizontal and vertical machining on 5 sides and 

3D characterizes the HV machines. The machines are available in a variety 

of configurations. 

Turning and milling in one machine 

Each HV machine can be turned into a milling/turning center for series production. 

If work parts are best manufactured by complete machining this can 

be done in max. two clampings. The swivel head provides for five-side machining 

during drilling and milling processes and during the turning process it 

allows the application of multifunctional lathe tools in all angles. 

Divided machine table for twin-table machining Swiveling bridge with clamping device matec-30 HVC rotary table

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HV machines - swivel head for more flexibility 

matec-30 HV with rotary table 

matec-30 HVT 

matec-50 HV 

Maximum flexibility – The HV series offers machine concepts for every machining tasks 

The traveling column machines are ideally suited for the machining of long, 

bulky workpieces in one clamping. Large machine tables allow multiple clamping 

or twin-table machining. While the traveling column is machining one or 

more workpieces in the first working area, raw parts can be set up in the 

second working area during processing time. 

The possibilities of the HV machines for the machining of 5 sides or 3D of 

any kind of work parts are almost unlimited. The long X-axis and a swivel 

head tilting 105° continuously to both sides, with SK or HSK tapers, in combination 

with a variety of CNC rotary tables make these machines infinitely 

flexible. 

Standard specifications 

Digital main spindle drive, motor spindle, oriented spindle stop 

Spindle bearing Ø 80 mm, tool clamping 12,000 N 

Linear guides in all axes 

Feed rate/rapid feed with digital AC servo motors in all axes 

Tool magazine traveling in X-axis 

(protected installation in the traveling column) 

Tool position coding variable 

Automatic lag compensation for high speed milling of contours 

Options traveling column series 

Additional tool magazine with up to 200 pcs 

Pick-up stations for oversized tools or angle drilling and milling heads 

CTS with pressure 20/40/70 bar 

Micro lubrication system 

1-axis rotary table with conventional or direct drives 

2-axis tilting rotary table 

Lathe spindle vertical/horizontal, size A8 and A11 

High speed rotary table with direct drive up to 4,000 rpm 

(turning/positioning) 

Additional tool magazine only for lathe tools with separate tool changer 

Separate fixed tool holder on the headstock for lathe tools 

(option: with interrupted cut especially for heavy turning operations) 

CNC-carriage unit for tail-stock, steady rest and opposed spindle 

Integrated quick change pallet systems 

3-D probe 

Tool measuring or tool breaking control 

Loading automation / NC-gripper 

For further information on the traveling column series please see www.matec.de 

Mounted rotary table with counter spindle Double swiveling bridge 2 traveling columns, CNC rotary table and counter spindle 

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In detail: 

Our service: 

matec-40 HVU 


HVU series 

matec-30 HVU Machining center with universal CNC milling head 

Special features 

The medium-sized company HINZ has 45 employees in two 

locations and manufactures machine parts with a piece weight 

of up to 50 tons. We deliver best quality - from thermal cutting 

to finished and coated parts - everything from one source! 

� Thermal cutting 

� Welding 

� Thermal stress relief 

� Sandblasting 

� Priming/Coating 

� CNC Machining Learn more about us: www.hinz-maschinenbauteile.de 


Variable traveling paths 

Universal milling head, continuously and simultaneously 

swiveling in both axes by ± 180° 

Option: hydraulic disconnection of axes via M-mode 

Our plants 

Plant 1 

Daimlerstr. 3-5 

D-71254 Ditzingen- 

Schöckingen 

Phone 07156/9555-0 

Fax 07156/9555-11 

Plant 2 

Langwiesenstr. 14 

D-74363 Güglingen- 

Frauenzimmern 

Phone 07135/97405-0 

Fax 07135/97405-25

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Flexible machining centers with universal milling head 

for the machining of long workpieces on up to 6 sides 

Machine concept HVU series 

The design of the universal machining centers matec-30 HVU, 

matec-40 HVU and matec-50 HVU is based on the HV series. 

Universal milling head 

and variable traveling paths 

The HVU machines have a universal milling head with 2 axes, 

which turns the motor spindle in a 45° diagonal position from 

vertical to horizontal. This allows the machining of long workpieces 

on four sides - in connection with an integrated rotary 

table even on five sides. In that case 6 axes are at disposal 

for demanding machining tasks on a workpiece. 

The HVU series is available in two versions: matec-30 HVU 

with taper SK 40/HSK-A 63 and matec-40 resp. 50 HVU 

with taper SK 50/HSK-A 100. 

Specifications matec-30 HVU 

X-axis 2,000 - 20,000 mm and more 

Y-axis 1,070/1,200/1,400 mm 

Z-axis 1,100/1,300/1,500/1,800/2,500 mm 

Speed up to 18,000 rpm 

Power up to 34 kW 

Torque up to 216 Nm 

matec-40 HVU taper SK 50 or HSK-A 100 is perfectly suited for heavy milling 

For further information on the HVU series please see www.matec.de 

Specifications matec-40/50 HVU 

X-axis 2,000 - 20,000 mm and more 

Y-axis 1,070/1,200/1,400 mm 

Z-axis 1,300/1,500/1,800/2,500 mm 

Speed up to 8,000 rpm 

Power up to 33/45 kW 

Torque up to 382/520 Nm 

The optimal solution for every machining task! 

We are a young and innovative CNC machining company with 42 skilled employees. We specialize in 

turning and milling of single parts and small series in aluminium, steel, cast iron and plastics. Our customers 

are the mechanical engineering industry, automotive suppliers and electronical and plastics industry. Our 

main focus in manufacturing is the 5-side milling of parts with a weight of up to 15 tons and size up to 10 x 3.5 m. 

Eggert GmbH CNC-Technik · Am Flugplatz 20 · D-88483 Burgrieden-Bühl · Phone +49 (0) 73 92/169920-0 · Fax +49 (0) 73 92/169920-20 · eggert-cnc@t-online.de · www.eggert-cnc.de 

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In detail: 


matec-50 HVU Machining center with universal CNC milling head 

The matec-50 HVU shown above is designed for the manufacturing of 

thin-walled containers made from high-alloyed stainless steel. These 

containers are in use in food industry, chemical plant engineering, 

offshore constructions, and in aerospace industry. 

The machining task: 

The parts have a diameter of up to 2,200 mm and a height of approx. 

1,200 mm. The machining includes milling and turning in one clamping. 

For the machining of inner surfaces lathe tools with a length of 

more than 1,000 mm are necessary. 


HVU series 

intelligent manufacturing 

solutions 

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Specifications matec-50 HVU 

Working area X 4,000 mm 

Working area Y 1,400 mm 

Working area Z 1,800 mm 

Spindle HSK-A 100 

Speed 8000 rpm 

Power 45 kW - 40% DC 

Torque, max. 520 Nm - 40 % DC 

Rapid feed X- / Y- and Z-axis 30 m/min 

Tool magazine 40 pcs 

T: +49 (0) 2191 609290 E: vertrieb@camtech.de W: www.camtech.de

+ Processes 

Flexible machining centers with universal milling head 

configurated as mill/turn center for the machining of parts in one clamping 

HVU series 

The significant characteristic of the HVU series is a 2-axis universal milling head with 45° swivel 

range. The tools can be utilized in horizontal machining position in the Y-axis. This allows for 

new designs in the working area, along with more innovative machine concepts, and therefore 

more economical manufacturing solutions for the user. 

A CNC rotary table with horizontal plan disk, adapted to the size of the workparts, allows for 

the machining of comparatively big workparts in combination with a short Y-axis (1,070/1,200/ 

1,400 mm). Circular parts with diameters of up to 5,000 mm can be machined. A rotary table 

with direct drive turns the HVU machines into mill/turn centers. 

The pictures below show a matec-50 HVU, configurated as mill/turn center, for the machining of 

stainless steel. For this customer-specific application, the machine is equipped with a rotary table 

with direct drive, diameter 2,200 mm and 200 rpm max. The rotary table is used for turning and 

positioning. A second CNC rotary table with counter-bearing for undulated workparts and a 

pick-up magazine for lathe tools up to a length of 1,000 mm complete the machine. In order to 

avoid vibrations in consequence of the oscillation of the thin-walled work-parts, only massive 

lathe tools are in use. For tool holding and rotary support of overlong lathe tools, a special tool 

holding device designed by matec is fixed to the spindle stock. 

For further information on the HVU series please see www.matec.de 

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Additional rotary table Ø 320 mm 

with tail-stock for the machining of shafts 

Pick-up station for 3 tools with 

a length of up to 1,000 mm 

CNC control MTX Indra-Motion 

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matec L 2000 and HV 2000 

Novelty: matec L 2000 and HV 2000 – best performance - low price 


Only HV 2000: CNC swivel head ± 105° continuous 

Control: Heidenhain iTNC 530 

matec HV 2000 with mounted rotary table matec L 2000 

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The traveling column machining centers matec HV 

2000 and L 2000 are machines with superior equipment 

which are available with standard characteristics 

and options. 

From the matec modular component system options 

are available, which do not collide with the basic construction 

of the machines, e.g. mounted rotary tables 

with diameter 160/220 and 320 mm. 

Advantages of the machines are short 

delivery time and great price. 

Specifications L 2000 / HV 2000 

Working area X 2000 mm 

Working area Y 600 mm 

Working area Z 700 / 800 mm 

Spindle SK 40 (HSK-A 63) 

Speed 20 - 10000 rpm 

Power 13 kW - 40% DC 

Torque, max. 83 Nm - 40 % DC 

Rapid feed 30 m/min 

Tool magazine 36 (48) pcs 

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matec-30 L matec-30 Lduo 

matec-30 LD 

In detail: 

matec-50 L 

L series long-bed machines – perfectly suited for voluminous workpieces 

The L series has been conceived for single-part and series production. The 

machines are available in various configurations, e.g. with one motor spindle 

(matec-30 L), double motor spindle (matec-30 LD) or with 2 traveling columns 

(matec -30 L duo). Also available as matec-40 L and matec-50 L with taper 

SK 50/HSK-A 100. 

Whether used for twin table machining with rotary table or tail stock, multiple 

clamping or single-part manufacturing of voluminous parts, this machine group 

covers nearly all fields of application. Stability, precision and high speed are 

characteristics of these machines. The finely graded traverse paths of up to 

12,000 mm in the X-axis, up to 1,200 mm in the Y-axis and up to 1,100 mm 

in the Z-axis allow for the optimum solution for each machining task. 


L Series – Long-bed machines 

The L machines are ideally suited for the machining of long, bulky workpieces 

in one clamping. Large machine tables allow multiple clamping or 

twin-table machining. 

The customer-specific variant of matec-30 L shown above is designed for 

the machining of gear rims for wind turbine generators. It has a twin-table 

working area, which allows parallel loading and unloading in the main 

time. The mounting of the new work part during machining time saves 

40-50 minutes of setting-up time. 2 CNC rotary tables with face plate, 

Ø 2,200 mm, safely hold the heavy and voluminous work parts. 

matec-30 L rotary table and counter spindle matec-30 L with double swiveling bridge - separately or simultaneously swiveling

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S Series – for highly productive series production 

matec-30 SH matec-30 S 

In detail: 

The matec swivel table series has been developed for series production 

if high stock-removing capacity is required. Stability, precision 

and high speed are characteristics of these machines. A 180° swivel 

table is part of every basic machine. It facilitates a quick tool change 

and renders high productivity. 

matec “tailor made” system with its comprehensive range of products 

implies a multitude of machine concepts which provide optimal 

solutions for every customer and secure a considerable competitive 

advantage. 

The basic machine matec-30 S is available in two sizes covering 

the whole spectrum of parts’ dimensions for series production. The 

SH type is an especially compact and flexible machine with little 

place requirement, the SD machine with double spindle is particularly 

suitable for the machining of most challenging and voluminous 

work parts and the SHV design with swivel head fits best for horizontal 

and vertical machining of 5 sides and three-dimensional machining 

also in the large-scale production. 

The larger version of matec-30 S, matec-30 SG is equipped with a 

swivel table, 1,300 x 1,100 mm. Thus, it is perfect for machining of 

voluminous parts – the traverse path in the Z-axis of up to 700 mm 

allows the machining of very tall parts. Multiple clamping is possible. 

The good accessibility to the loading/unloading station is another 

advantage of matec-30 SG. 

Handling systems, devices and automation solutions make it possible 

to use the swivel table series flexibly for every application. 

Specifications matec-30 SG 

Working area X/Y/Z 1,300 / 600 / 700 mm 

Power 16 (30) kW - 40% DC 

Speed 9,000 (12,000/15,000/18,000/24,000/42,000) rpm 

Torque, max. 100 (191) Nm - 40 % DC 

Rapid feed 30 (100) m/min 

Tool magazine 24 (36/48) pcs 

Tool diameter, max. 70 (130) 

Tool length, max. 

Subject to technical changes 

340 mm 

matec-30 SD matec-30 SHV 

matec-30 SG for series production of voluminous workpieces 

Standard features 

Swivel table 180° 

Table load capacity max. 300 kg 

per working area 

Full cladding of the machining area 

incl. electrically protected sliding doors 

Digital main spindle drive, 

motor spindle, oriented spindle stop 

Linear guides in all axes 

Feed rate/rapid traverse speed with 

digital AC servo motors in all axes 

Tool changer SK 40 (opt. HSK-A 63) 

Spindle bearing Ø 80 mm, 

tool clamping 12,000 N 

Tool magazine traveling in X-axis 

(protectively installed in the traveling column) 

Working area coding variable 

Automatic lag compensation for 

high speed milling of contours 

Chip conveyor 

Controls: 

Rexroth IndraMotion MTX 

Heidenhain iTNC 530 

Siemens 840D 

Working area matec-30 SG Working area matec-30 SD with double spindle matec-30 S - mounted CNC rotary table and tailstock 

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In detail: 

matec-30 P with 

vertical spindle 


2-axis swivel head 

The gantry series – matec-50 P with 2-axis motor spindle milling head 

Customer-specific variant matec-50 P with 2-axis CNC motor spindle milling head and traveling operator platform 

X=4,000 mm, Y=5,000 mm, Z=1,500 mm, W=800 mm 

Specifications 

Gantry design with 

fixed machine table 

Traverse path in X-axis 

from 3,000 to 15,000 mm 

Traverse path in Y-axis 

from 1,600 to 5,000 mm 

Traverse path in Z-axis 

from 800 to 2,300 mm 

Pre-stressed roller guides 

in all axes 

Rapid feed rate with digital 

AC servo motor 

Digital main spindle drive 

Motor spindle, speed 9,000 rpm 

Orientated spindle stop 

Tool magazine travelling in X-axis 

Variable tool position coding 

Tool life control 

Sister tool managing 

Automatic lag compensation in order to 

provide high speed milling of contours 

Chip conveyor on both 

sides along the X-axis 

Coolant system (CTS) 

Machine housing (without roof) 

according to CE standard 

Control panel with all necessary 

operating devices 

Controls: 

Rexroth IndraMotion MTX 

Heidenhain iTNC 530 

Siemens 840D 


Gantry Series 

Options 

Linear drives in X- and Y-axis 

Motor spindle speed 

up to 42,000 rpm 

Motor spindle power up to 

34/60 kW drive power 

Additional tool magazine 

with up to 200 pcs 

Pick-up stations for oversized tools 

or angle drilling and milling heads 

CTS with pressure 20/40/70 bar 

Coolant cleaning units with 

different filter systems 

Coolant temperature control 

Coolant tank with volume 

capacity 450/900/2,000 l 

Minimal quantity lubrication 

Oil suction unit 

Automatic doors 

Integrated zero point clamping system 

Clamping hydraulics or pneumatics 

3-D probe 

Tool measuring or tool 

breaking control 

Tool identification system 

Tool control system

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Long traverse paths for voluminous work parts 


traveling operator platform 


2-axis swivel head 

Customer-specific variant matec-50 P with 2-axis CNC motor spindle milling head and traveling operator platform 

X=16,000 mm, Y=5,000 mm, Z=1,500 mm, W=800 mm 

For further information on the gantry series please see www.matec.de 


2-axis CNC swivel head 

designed for heavy-duty milling of voluminous and heavy workpieces 

The gantry machines 30 P (taper SK 40/HSK-A 63) and 50 P (taper SK50/ 

HSK -A 100) were designed for single-part and series production of large 

and heavy work parts for tool and mould making, mechanical engineering, 

and structural steel engineering. Main range of application is the machining 

of 3D-shapes in steel and aluminium, plates, welding and steel construction. 

The gantry construction guarantees good accessibility from all sides if space 

is limited. The application of either a swivel head (± 90°) or a 2-axis CNC 

motor spindle milling head permits multilateral machining. A rich variety of 

options for spindle speed and spindle power for all materials is available. 

matec-50 P tool magazine HSK-A 100 for 200 tools 

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Manufacturing of aluminium moulds on customized matec machines 

Once a matec - always a matec 

matec-30 P has a spacious clamping area for large parts and/or small parts in a row - perfect for long unmanned machining cycles 

Tool and mould maker Reinhold Schraml bought his first matec 

machining center in 1996. His choice was based on recommendation 

from the competitive environment. His satisfaction with the 

brand matec inevitably lead to the purchase of additional customized 

matec machines. Meanwhile the machinery of the company 

holds six matecs. 

Situated in the small town of Waldershof in the Northeastern part of Bavaria, tool and 

mould maker Schraml has specialized in the manufacturing of aluminium moulds, which 

are used for the foaming of various parts for automotive and household appliances. 

These foam-parts, usually EPS (polystyrole), EPP (polypropylene) or PUR (polyurethane), 

are constructively utilized for upholstery, shock absorbance oder heat insulation, or form 

rigid packaging material for transportation and stockage of fragile decorous parts for 

cars or white goods. 

Approximately 80% of the moulds are ordered by the automotive industry and its suppliers, 

20% are delivered to the manufacturers of heating, ventilation and solar systems, 

as well as household appliances. All automobile manufacturers of German origin and 

many of other countries are customers of Schraml, either directly or via suppliers, and so 

are the renowned brands in the heating systems sector. Recently Schraml and his 35 

employees won the European SPE Grand Innovation Award for the development and 

production of tools for a light-weight seat-back in the BMW series 5. 

Foaming tools for the gloss and glamour of our cars 

The aluminium EPP moulds are sized from 300 x 300 x 300 mm up to 2,500 x 2,000 

x 1,500 mm. Temperatures of at least 160 °C and a pressure of 5 bar are necessary to 

transform the basic granulate into a foam-part with high surface density and geometrical 

exactness. These parts are for instance utilized for the protected transport of classy chrome-plated 

radiator grills and other decorative parts on cars, and the protection of coated 

and ready-for-assembly parts for various applications. These parts form outer and 

inner layers of doors, walls or ceilings, they insulate heating systems, refrigerators and 

bath-tubs, and are often foamed in one single piece. This procedure requires very large 

moulds - the machining of such a mould is a demanding task for the machining center 

EPP mould for inside layer of cycle helmet 

Industrial 

Our customers 

purchased last, a matec-30 P, equipped with a 2-axis CNC swivel head with direct 

drive. In these cases, the traveling paths of 3,000 x 3,000 x 1,300 mm in XYZ are 

used to full capacity. 

The first matec machine - running 14 years around the clock 

But now back to the first matec in Schraml’s machinery. In 1996, eight years after the 

founding of his company, Schraml finally entered the era of CNC machining, which 

meant to abandon the copy-milling of prototypes, usually made of wood. At that time 

the company matec had only been on the market for four years. But even then, in 

1996, Erich Unger and matec were renowned in the region. A company in Schraml’s 

competitive environment was already working on a matec, and was very satisfied with 

the performance of the machine. Reinhold Schraml received the advice to contact 

Erich Unger. And he did. The convincing result: a 3-axis gantry machine matec-30 P, 

which perfectly met his requirements, equipped with traveling paths of 2,500 x 2,000 

x 600 mm in XYZ. This machine was to be Schraml’s first matec and at the same time 

the 53rd to leave the matec plant in Köngen. After 14 years in operation the machine 

still does the same good chipping job. Plainly speaking: Schraml has the machines 

working in three shifts – if necessary, including the weekends. 168 hours per week are 

usual business. The six matec machines all have spacious clamping areas, so they can 

be loaded with as many workparts as necessary for an unmanned shift. 

From copy-milling straight into CNC machining 

Schraml’s CNC era started up with a special kind of “remote control”. Schraml’s son 

Alexander was at that time studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of 

Regensburg/Bavaria. Since none of the employees had the skills to program the 

newly purchased machine, he used his spare time in Regensburg to write the necessary 

software programs and sent them to his father. This was a perfect arrangement. 

Two years later the increasing order volume called for another CNC machining center. 

This time a matec-30 L was ordered. After 4 years of experience in 3-axis CNC 

machining, Schraml was ready for the advantages of 5-axis machining. Erich Unger 

recommended the gantry machine matec-30 P with 3,000 x 2,500 x 1,100 mm in 

XYZ and a 2-axis milling head. The changeover from 3-axis programming to 5- axis 

programming was eased by CAD/CAM systems, which had meanwhile been developed 

especially for small to medium-sized tool and mould making companies. 

EPP mould knee-pad/automotive Mould for insulation of solar springs

sectors + applications 

in different industrial sectors and all over the world 

Extensive programming was no longer an issue. The advantages 

of 5-axis machining are obvious: complete machining 

of complex parts in one clamping, reduced eroding times 

and tool wear-out, plus shorter set-up times. The result: shorter 

cycles and faster delivery, superior quality, higher utilization 

of machinery and a more competitive calculation of 

costs. The customer’s benefit is enormous. 

Every two years a new matec machine was ordered: no. 4: 

a 30 HV with CNC rotary table and CNC swiveling axis, 

no. 5: an even larger 30 HV with 1,000 mm CNC rotary 

table and CNC swiveling axis and finally no. 6, a large 30 

P with 3,000 x 3,000 x 1,300 mm with 2-axis CNC swivel 

head with direct drive, continuous C-axis und linear drive in 

X- and Y-axis. 

Thousands of drill-holes in each mould 

The machining of aluminium is far more dynamic than the 

machining of steel. The chipping rate often amounts to 90%. 

Especially the latter four of the six matec machines are 

custom-tailored for this task. The high dynamics of 5-axis 

simultaneous machining facilitate milling procedures even in 

deep cavities. The same high dynamics are required for the 

drilling of thousands of blast pipes with diameters from 3 to 

12 mm. The red-and-grey matec machines perform this task 

with excellence. 

Very short delivery time as customer’s benefit 

All matec machines are equipped with Heidenhain CNC 

controls, no. 2 to 6 specifically with the iTNC 530, which 

results in flexibility in machine operation and continuity in 

programming. On top the machines are equipped with 

Haimerpower shrink chucks. They allow for high surface 

precision even in deep cavities. 

Both managing directors, Reinhold Schraml and his son 

Alexander, and the machine operators are positive about 

the decision to act on the technical advice of Erich Unger. 

„He listens actively and translates our requirements into tailor-made 

machine concepts from matec’s intelligent modular 

system,“ the Schramls voice concordantly. The modular 

system has more advantages : „When we have decided on 

a new machine, we want to profit from it with the least possible 

delay,“ Alexander Schraml says. „Due to the modular 

system, matec can keep delivery time short. We know this 

by experience, considering, for example, our recent order. 

This machine is the perfect combination of the highly diverse 

requirements we had. We needed a working area of 

3,000 x 3,000 x 1,300 mm, plus a 2-axis CNC milling 

head with direct drive and continuous C-axis and many 

other technical features. This machine combines maximum 

flexibility and highest operating grade. Whether we have a 

very large workpiece, a couple of medium-sized parts with 

differing machining tasks, or a number of small parts, each 

order can be clamped quite flexibly on the machine table. 

Perfect conditions for unmanned night shifts and for weekends. 

When we put out the lights and lock the doors in the 

evening, the matec machines unperturbedly continue their 

work with very few cases of malfunctions, necessitating service 

in the last couple of years. If necessary at all, any 

spare parts ordered before 5 pm are being delievered the 

following morning at 6 am.“ 

The original version of this article was published in 

NC-Fertigung, ed. Nov/2010, Author: Hubert Winkler 

Cavities for EPP bumpers Mould for cover panel of tanning booth 

matec machines in a row – almost like in a showroom – but with real chip-flow 

Alexander Schraml, Erich Unger and Reinhold Schraml: their longlasting 

and satisfying partnership is based on honest, solution-oriented discussions 

5-axis machining in action: the machining process is followed by 

the drilling of blast-pipes – thousands of them in each mould 

15

On matec 

Sponsorship in sports has been a matec company tradition for a long time. For many years we sponsored André Lange and his successful 

bobsleigh team, winners in the Olympic games and world champions in three-man and four-man bob. Nowadays our focus lies on leisure 

sports, especially youth training. The TTC matec-Frickenhausen table tennis club coaches young German and international players and 

already has a respectable number of international prizes. 

Fairs 2011 

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March, 1-4 

CIMT, Beijing, China 

April, 11-16 

Forma Tool, Celje, Slovenia 

April, 12-15 

MachTech, Budapest, Hungary 

May, 17-20 

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Automotive industry 

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Electric and electronics industries 

Plastic processing industry 

Medical technology 

Metal-working industry 

Aerospace industry 

Automobile manufacturers 

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Published by: matec Maschinenbau GmbH · Wilhelm-Maier-Str. 3 · D-73257 Köngen 

Tel. +49-(0)7024/98385-0 · Fax +49-(0)7024/98385-30 · E-Mail: sales@matec.de · www.matec.de 

Fairs 2011 

matec In-house exhibition 

May, 26-28 

EMO, Hannover, Germany 

September, 19-24 

MSV, Brno, Czech Republic 

October, 3-7 

Euromold, Frankfurt, Germany 

November, 30 - December, 3

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