Innovative solutions and practical reports for free-grain edges and precise surfaces

Manufacturing steps such as deburring, rounding, and the production of precision surfaces not only influence the quality, precision, and functionality of components. Their execution also determines the economic efficiency of parts production and thus competitiveness. The use of innovative, process-safe, and efficient procedures is therefore a must. Innovative solutions and practical examples will be presented at the 6th Conference on Deburring Technologies and Precision Surfaces. The conference, organized by fairXperts, will take place on May 3rd and 4th, 2018, at K3N in Nuremtingen.

More complex component geometries, difficult-to-machine materials, and increasing requirements for precision and wear resistance of workpieces also demand optimally adapted processes for deburring, edge rounding, and the production of precise surfaces. Similarly, manufacturing steps for exact shaping require technologies that can meet the rising demands for quality, productivity, and process safety. High economic efficiency and flexibility are additional criteria that help secure competitiveness in an increasingly global market. A wealth of knowledge and numerous practical examples are offered by the 6th Conference on Deburring Technologies and Precision Surfaces, featuring a total of 21 presentations by renowned speakers from research and industry. The event, organized by fairXperts GmbH & Co. KG, will be held on May 3rd and 4th, 2018, at K3N in Nuremtingen, and is divided into four thematic blocks.

Removing disturbing burrs reliably and process-safely

The opening lecture introduces various deburring methods and informs about their potentials and limitations. The first session, focusing on burr removal, will present an innovative solution for processing cutting edges, as well as compare ECM deburring and PECM with sinker EDM. Other topics include industrial ultrasonic deburring, flaking as a solution for the highest precision in edge rounding, practical examples from thermal deburring, and influences, challenges, and solutions for mechanical deburring of bore and joint edges. The session concludes with presentations on cryogenic deburring of plastic mold parts and deburring of plastics using infrared technology.

Software solutions for digital support and automation

This session will address questions such as: "What role does modern CAD/CAM software play in today's production processes regarding deburring?" Additionally, it covers innovative deburring with NX11 and the use of robots in deburring die-cast parts.

Research projects, developments, and trends

The first thematic block of the second day deals with innovative developments and current trends, such as gear rim edge processing as a new technology opening new possibilities. Laser polishing and laser edge finishing of sheets will also be presented. Furthermore, the creation of functional surfaces for tribological applications through highly efficient turning processes with overlaying auxiliary movements will be discussed. Another presentation will cover finishing ceramic components with diamond brushes.

Fine surface finishing

This session will present solutions for quality assurance in cleaning and deburring processes and inform about grinding bodies and their optimal application in lapping technology. The key features of the plasma polishing process will also be discussed. Additionally, there will be a presentation on burr prevention during the manufacturing of holes and 3D structures with dynamic ECM.

This versatile program makes the Deburring Technologies and Precision Surfaces Conference relevant for specialists and managers from manufacturing, quality assurance, production planning, design and development, as well as process engineering.

The accompanying exhibition provides companies with the opportunity to target solutions and new developments and to exchange directly with participants.