elumatec at BAU 2023: focusing on customers and solutions along the entire production chain

At the BAU trade fair in Munich (17-22 April 2023), elumatec AG will be showcasing its enhanced profile machining centres and the future opportunities they represent.

The elumatec team has trade fair fever: at long last, we can meet in person and talk to people face-to-face again. BAU, the world’s leading trade fair for architecture, materials and systems, makes its comeback after the Covid-19 pandemic from 17 to 22 April 2023. “We’re using this important industry event to present our new product range and our expanded services to a broad audience for the first time” says Nebojsa Wosel, General Sales Director at elumatec. Visitors to the fair will find elumatec in Hall C, Stand 502.

At BAU, elumatec will focus on showcasing these exciting products:

• SBZ 125/85: With an eight-metre working length, five axes and dynamic shuttle operation, this enclosed cabin machine is a remarkably effective way for customers to save time, space and money.

• SBZ 155: The new 5-axis top-of-the-range model combines previously unattained performance with a pioneering design.

• SBZ 118: The compact and fast 3-axis all-rounder is the perfect way to get started with automated CNC machining.

• SBZ 628 XXL cutting and machining centre: The safe, fast and economical all-rounder can be enhanced with innovative new features to meet customer needs even more effectively.

• eluCad & eluCloud: Optimising processes, programming machines more easily – the tried-and-trusted software solutions for Industry 4.0. are a forward-looking addition to the product range.

For more information on these products, please see this press release and elumatec.com. Also present at the BAU stand will be the team from someco, the Voilàp Group brand which develops and supplies products and services in the PVC sector. someco combines expertise in machining centres with welding and corner cleaning to produce top-quality machines in this field. The someco experts will be on hand at BAU to explain the range of products, using the latest digital technology.

From machine manufacturer to system provider

Over the past two years, elumatec has invested heavily in enhancing and developing successful and new products. The pandemic years were also used to forge ambitious plans for the future. “For our customers, we are a system provider offering solutions across the entire production process”, says Nebojsa Wosel. From consulting and customer service to maintenance and customisation, the company, which belongs to the Italian Voilàp Holding, now has all stages covered. Close integration within the group creates synergies and opens up new sales opportunities now and in the future. Voilàp Brasil, Voilàp Italia and Voilàp Iberica are the first companies to take over distribution for several of the group’s brands.

Paolo F. Bianchi, CEO of elumatec, has announced a planned expansion of production in the medium and long term as part of the company’s growth in 2023: “This will allow us to respond to the various requirements of our customers even earlier, more quickly and more effectively.” In May 2022 the new InfoCenter in Mühlacker opened, where customers and staff from all over the world will find unique facilities for presenting and testing products and for training. The heart of the InfoCenter is a hall measuring over 4,000 square metres where the entire product range is on display.

These include the machines that will be showcased on a large scale at BAU 2023:

SBZ 125/85: the cab machine with dynamic shuttle operation goes into series production in 2023

Save time, save space, save money: The SBZ 125/85 is an enclosed cabin machine with an eight-metre working length and five axes, and thanks to dynamic shuttle operation it can be divided into two machining areas or operated across both areas. Users can machine and insert new materials at the same time, which makes machining aluminium, PVC and thin-walled steel profiles even more efficient and economical.

Access to this remarkably compact machine is monitored and protected by a fully programmable laser with division into three zones. The design from elumatec provides easy access for servicing, and the cabin also protects against noise and swarf. In addition to the rotating control unit, new technology for faster tool changes combined with a larger tool holder makes the SBZ 125/85 a milestone in the elumatec range. The state-of-the-art 5-axis controller is combined with absolute rotary encoder systems to eliminate the need for main axis homing, and the SBZ 125/85 has a power torque spindle motor with enclosed speed control which saves valuable time by reducing spindle start-up and braking times.

Find out more about this machine online at:
https://www.elumatec.com/en/product/profile-machining-centers/sbz-125-85

SBZ 125/85 profile machining centre: ergonomics, access and set-up times have been optimised for the successor to the SBZ 122. The machine is suitable for dynamic shuttle operation, and it can also be used across workstations. The working length is up to 8 metres.

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Advanced inclined bed and a fully programmable laser for monitoring: special attention was paid to ergonomics and safety in the compact design of the SBZ 125/85.

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New technology for tool changes reduces the set-up times for the SBZ 125/85, giving customers more flexibility.

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The SBZ 125/85 uses dynamic shuttle operation to enable simultaneous milling and insertion, which makes machining faster.

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The SBZ 125/85 has a clamp which automatically switches between the loading and machining positions.

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The optional chip conveyor ensures that the inside of the SBZ 125/85 remains free of swarf chips and profile off-cuts.

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The impressive SBZ 155: making 5-axis profile machining easier than ever before

The top-of-the-range elumatec model with an innovative design is sure to catch the eye at BAU. As elumatec’s first 5-axis machine in a gantry design, the SBZ 155 raises the bar for automated CNC machining of aluminium and thin-walled steel profiles. It allows industrial and metal construction customers to accelerate their operations and open up new business areas, and its large machining envelope makes it stand out from the competition – especially as customers get maximum flexibility through configurable equipment options. The new SBZ 155 will be delivered to customers in the course of this year.

The tool changeover times in this top-of-the-range model are minimised by the high rates of travel of the servo axes to guarantee optimum machining cycles. Customisable equipment options give customers maximum flexibility to make their production processes even more efficient, and optional features include 6-sided machining from below with an angle head and the space-saving gantry drive. Its large on-board magazines can be equipped with 14 standard tools, and depending on the individual configuration, up to six special tools and two 200 or 550 mm diameter saw blades can be used.

Find out more about this machine online at:
https://www.elumatec.com/en/product/profile-machining-centers/sbz-155

The SBZ 155 profile machining centre is a top-of-the-range model in a gantry design that makes 5-axis profile machining easier than ever before.

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Spacious and ergonomic: the machining area of the SBZ 155 offers maximum visibility.

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The gantry design means the SBZ 155 can machine large-volume profiles of up to 1,000 x 380 mm.

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The SBZ 155 has a rotary tool changer at the top of the gantry which reduces changeover times.

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The intelligent laser system is always active and reacts according to the active zone to ensure maximum safety.

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Clamp insertion position with quick adjustment: adaptive technology allows customers to react promptly.

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SBZ 118: precision, ergonomics and customisable equipment for the perfect introduction to the world of CNC

The combination of full functionality and a smaller footprint – with a machining length of three metres, it’s the most compact CNC machine in the current elumatec range – makes the elumatec SBZ 118 the ideal entry-level model. Although it requires little space in production, the 3-axis profile machining centre offers the full range of equipment for routing, drilling and notching. Automated CNC machining can be carried out from up to five sides with an optional angle head and end milling machine. The inclined bed technology and the on-board 5-fold tool changer make it easy to use, and the front visor enables ergonomic and above all safe operation, even for taller people. A side service door facilitates maintenance.

The SBZ 118 has customisable equipment options, including up to two on-board angle head changers, expansion to up to six clamps, an additional length stop with overlength machining and a barcode scanner. The SBZ 118 is an easy way for companies looking to get started with automated CNC machining, and elumatec is on hand to help them at every step of the journey.

Find out more about this machine online at:
https://www.elumatec.com/en/product/profile-machining-centers/sbz-118

The SBZ 118 machining unit: fast changeovers and flexible 5-sided machining.

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Tool magazines: short changeover times, with two optional magazines to enable 5-sided machining.

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A wide range of options allows the SBZ 118 to machine profiles over 3 m long.

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With an inclined bed and a large working area, the SBZ 118 makes machining as efficient and ergonomic as possible.

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The SBZ 118 runs on Windows and is controlled via the proven ECI user interface.

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The new SBZ 118: compact, user-friendly, ready for Industry 4.0.

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The SBZ 628 XXL: cutting and machining centre with unbeatable performance for all users

The most powerful model in the 628 series machines profiles for window, door, façade and industrial applications quickly, safely and fully automatically. The three configuration levels – S, XL or XXL – of the machine are available in two working directions, enabling customised solutions for all users and for a wide range of process sequences. As the profiles passes through, the added value becomes clear: the SBZ 628 boasts outstanding flexibility which exceeds all expectations, with a range of options that allow the system to be set up to suit customers’ individual requirements. The rotating gripper and travelling clamp ensure greater efficiency.

As standard, the SBZ 628 is equipped with linear servo drive, a ring module with four (expandable up to eight) spindles and one (S/XL) or two (XXL) sawing units. Customised configurations can be designed on request.

BAU 2023 sees the launch of new options for our machines, including profile support, axis-controlled clamp adjustment and proportional valves to provide specific clamping pressures for particular profiles.

Find out moreg about this machine online at:
https://www.elumatec.com/en/product/profile-machining-centers/sbz-628-xxl-profile-machining-centre

The rotating gripper and travelling clamp make the SBZ 628 XXL a large, versatile all-rounder.

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Efficient, fast and safe: the SBZ 628 XXL meets even the most challenging demands.

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Flexibility enables customised solutions: with its two available running directions, the SBZ 628 XXL is fully geared to production needs.

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eluCad & eluCloud: machine and production data in real time

The SBZ 125/85, SBZ 155 and SBZ 118 models showcased at BAU 2023, as well as many others, are ready for the eluCloud software solution. This application for data analysis in production has established itself with elumatec customers , as it provides transparency and offers tips for process optimisation – reducing costs, ensuring operational readiness and leading to ongoing improvements. Also developed by elumatec is the eluCad software, which makes digital programming of profile machining centres simple and is designed to suit how elumatec machines are used by allowing full flexibility and user-friendliness. Consistent development of this software duo in cooperation with customers will make workflows even faster in the age of Industry 4.0.

About elumatec AG

elumatec AG, part of the Italian Voilàp Holding group, is one of the leading global manufacturers and providers of machines for machining aluminium, PVC and steel profiles in the premium market segment. With its extensive product range, elumatec covers the entire spectrum of applications – from small craftsman’s businesses to industrial profile processors. Custom-designed and modular machinery concepts provide flexible and individual industry solutions for all groups of customers. The company, which is headquartered in Mühlacker and was founded in 1928, has subsidiaries and dealers in more than 50 countries, employs about 700 people worldwide and achieved consolidated sales of over 125 million euros in 2021.

About someco

Since 2022, Voilàp Holding has developed all products for PVC machining under the new name “someco”. Sawing centres, machining centres and products for assembly and logistics are produced at elumatec, while the welding and corner cleaning machines are produced at the Voilàp subsidiary emmegi. With the exception of a few countries, elumatec is responsible for worldwide sales of all someco products. The combining of PVC expertise across all subsidiaries means that the Voilàp Group can now offer customers in the PVC sector a consolidated product range.

About the Voilàp Group

Voilàp is an Italian group of companies. The core expertise of the group lies in the development, production and/or sales of technologies for machining aluminium, PVC and steel profiles and for processing glass. Digital transformation is at the heart of the group’s focus and strategic orientation. The very first company was incorporated in 1970 by Giuseppe Caiumi, the founder of the overall group. Today, the Voilàp Group brings the expertise of all leading industry heavyweights under one roof and includes the following companies: Camäleon, elumatec, elusoft, emmegi, emmegisoft, imecon, Keraglass, Motiqa, Nxto, Pladway, someco, Tekna, Voilàp Digital.