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Efficient high-performance machining

Efficient high-performance machining

by | Dec 10, 2025 | Customer Cases

Efficient high-performance cutting: Blaser Swisslube and F&P CNC Technik rely on automation and process security Since starting production in October 2023, F&P CNC Technik GmbH has placed its trust in high-performance metalworking fluids from Blaser Swisslube. This newly established, state-of-the-art contract manufacturing company benefits not only from the quality of the metalworking fluids used – B-Cool MC 600 and Blasomill 10 – but especially from comprehensive automation, which also involves the refilling system from Liquidtool Systems, a sister company of Blaser Swisslube. The partnership is an example of modern manufacturing at the highest level. Founded in the summer of 2023 and based in Nettetal, North Rhine-Westphalia, F&P CNC Technik GmbH focuses on contract manufacturing of challenging parts for customers in the chemical industry, plant and mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and infrastructure. This start-up sets high standards with its state-of-the-art machinery and innovative automation solutions. The F&P manufacturing process uses high-alloy stainless steel, Hastelloy duplex steel, and other materials that are difficult to machine. Drawing on 15 years of experience in a management position at a milling and turning company, F&P Managing Director Florian Fassbender was very familiar with complex manufacturing processes and the associated specific demands placed on metalworking fluids. “Many people fail to understand the importance of the metalworking fluid for process security,” he stresses. For this reason, the specialists from Blaser Swisslube were on board from the very beginning in the quest to find the ideal metalworking fluid solution for the complex processes. Working together, the companies identified which Blaser products perfectly matched F&P’s requirements: While Blasomill 10, a high-performance mineral oil-based cutting oil with excellent wear protection, is used for turning and milling operations, the universal metalworking fluid B-Cool MC 600 covers a wide range of machining applications. B-Cool MC 600 is a water-miscible, chlorine- and boron-free mineral oil-based metalworking fluid that guarantees the best surface quality for both large and small production runs. MWF and automation increase tool life The greatest possible consistency is ensured thanks to the all-encompassing approach of the Blaser team and the interplay of metalworking fluid and automated Liquidtool refilling...
It pays to take a closer look

It pays to take a closer look

by | Dec 3, 2025 | Expertise

It pays to take a closer look… Process Engineer Marco Kunz, co-developer of the automatic wear measurement system, at the Blaser Swisslube Technology Center … with sensor technology and data for efficient and reliable machining In modern machining, metalworking fluids are a decisive factor for quality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Blaser Swisslube, the Swiss specialist for metalworking fluids solutions, shows how the advantages of modern high-performance neat oils can be objectively measured using targeted sensor technology and used for process optimization. Camera for detecting tool wear behind the linear tool magazineof the sliding headstock automatic lathe Research and practice go hand in hand For many years, Blaser Swisslube has been developing metalworking fluids that are used worldwide in a wide variety of machining processes. The combination of basic research, its own technology center, and application-oriented development enables the company to tailor products specifically to real manufacturing conditions. The focus is on understanding the entire machining process – i.e., the interaction between the machine, tool, material, machining parameters, and metalworking fluid. To precisely record and understand these complex interactions, Blaser Swisslube relies on sensor technology, digital data acquisition, and evaluation.   Sensor technology in the service of machining Blaser Swisslube operates a state-of-the-art Swiss type turning machine from Star Micronics with a bar feeder and high-pressure coolant system. This test facility is equipped with a large number of sensors that record mechanical and thermal effects directly in the process. On the machine side, spindle loads, axis positions, and macro variables are recorded. In addition, vibration sensors at several positions measure vibrations in the range from 10 Hz to 10 kHz – ideal for detecting phenomena such as the runout of the bars in the magazine, chattering during machining, and changing cutting forces. Pressure, flow, and temperature sensors monitor the cooling lubricant supply, while air quality sensors quantify the oil mist concentration in the machine environment. Automatic wear measurement The optical wear measurement is a proprietary development by Blaser Swisslube: a camera automatically captures images of the tool so that the wear mark width can be measured without manually interrupting the process and removing the tool. This wealth of data provides...
Sumec AG: Tool wear reduction of 66% with Blasocut 201

Sumec AG: Tool wear reduction of 66% with Blasocut 201

by | Jun 24, 2025 | Customer Cases

Sumec AG: Tool wear reduction of 66% with Blasocut 201 Productivity Trophy Switzerland – 2025 winner in the category overall cost optimization In cooperation with Blaser Swisslube, Sumec AG, a Swiss machine and production system manufacturer based in Niederbipp in the canton of Bern, has carried out a test phase with the Blasocut 201 metalworking fluid and the Liquidtool AutoPilot. The ambitious requirements: universal application, skin compatibility, no foaming, a pleasant odor and, finally, a reduction in coolant and tool costs. All these objectives were achieved. Thanks to the longer service life of the metalworking fluid and a 66% reduction in tool wear, process reliability was maximized and total savings of almost 17.000 Swiss francs was achieved. Sumec and Blaser will continue to intensify their successful cooperation. Sumec AG at its Niederbipp site in the canton of Bern. Sumec AG is a second-generation, family-run company specializing in mechanical and plant engineering. Based in Niederbipp, the company has been offering the highest quality and pursuing permanent technical progress in the service of its customers for 40 years. Sumec designs and develops systems, maintains, repairs and adapts machines and production systems and develops them with new pipelines. CNC manufacturing is primarily carried out as part of contract manufacturing for external customers from the railroad technology, food and beverage industries as well as general mechanical engineering. In addition, parts developed in-house for the designed systems are manufactured internally. In their search for the optimum metalworking fluid solution, the decision-makers at Sumec turned to the experts at Blaser Swisslube. The defined requirements: universal application, skin compatibility, no foaming, a pleasant odor, and a reduction in coolant and tool costs.   After an in-depth analysis of the production processes on-site, Blaser recommended a test with Blasocut 201, a universal and water-miscible mineral oil-based metalworking fluid that is suitable for light and medium machining. The coolant impresses with its mild formulation and excellent rinsing behavior. Thanks to the Blaser Bio concept, Blasocut 201 is particularly gentle on people and the environment. It supports the growth of benign primary bacteria and thus prevents the growth of other, potentially harmful microorganisms – making the use of bactericides a thing of the past. Blasocut 201 was developed for all common...
Leuthold Mechanik AG: Minimized downtime and increased overall efficiency

Leuthold Mechanik AG: Minimized downtime and increased overall efficiency

by | May 19, 2025 | Customer Cases

Leuthold Mechanik AG: Minimized downtime and increased overall efficiency Productivity Trophy Switzerland – 2025 winner in the category Metalworking fluid optimization Leuthold Mechanik AG first cooperated with Blaser Swisslube in 2021, following a discussion of the problems the company was experiencing in hard machining, namely clogged coolant filters hindering overall productivity. Blaser’s holistic approach proved to be successful: following joint analyses, the company switched to Vasco 6000, which resolved the problems. In addition, a comprehensive service concept was developed to minimize machine down time and increase efficiency. Another interesting project was started soon after, when the two companies, in collaboration with GF Machining Solutions, found Blasogrind GTM 10 to be the ideal grinding oil for a complex grinding and milling process. Leuthold Mechanik AG at its Einsiedeln site in the canton of Schwyz (Picture courtesy of HLM) In the 1970s, during his apprenticeship as a toolmaker, Heinz Leuthold developed and manufactured special parts for the machine industry in his father’s basement after work. Since 2012, Leuthold Mechanik AG (HLM), which has around 175 employees, has been manufacturing for customers from all over the world at its Einsiedeln site in the heart of Central Switzerland. The company has established itself as a global leader in the manufacture of machines for the production of thin-walled aluminum packaging and delivers top precision in the fields of mechanical, equipment and tool engineering. Production is carried out for companies in the automotive and aircraft industries as well as the medical sector and the food and packaging industries   Establishing contact at the right time In 2021, following initial discussions during an event and Blaser then reaching out again, the first collaboration took place. Leuthold Mechanik AG complained about coolant problems in hard machining that could not be brought under control. Clogged coolant filters were leading to a rise in maintenance efforts and costs. This problem affected production processes and hampered efficiency and productivity. “Blaser contacted us just at the right time. We were having acute coolant problems. In this situation, it was essential for us to work with a partner who not only has technical expertise but also understands our individual needs,” explains Benjamin Schroth, Head of Hard Machining at Leuthold Mechanik AG. Successful cooperation: Blaser...
CNC Machining of a Lamborghini

CNC Machining of a Lamborghini

by | Mar 4, 2025 | Expertise

CNC machining of a Lamborghini Huracan Evo 2 Super Trofeo model Collaborative project demonstrates machining strategies for complex parts Blaser Swisslube, in collaboration with its industry partners, embarked on a unique and ambitious project: CNC machining a model of the Lamborghini Huracan Evo 2 Super Trofeo race car . This endeavor was carried out alongside Nigel Bailly, a Blaser-sponsored racecar driver in the international Lamborghini Super Trofeo Series. “From the beginning I thought this was a superb idea! The challenge to match the car and machine it at 1/8 scale shows the amazing abilities of the team at the Blaser technology center. I’m so excited to see this piece of art in person!” said Bailly. The partnership brought together machine tool OEMs, fixture and tooling suppliers, and software and programming experts. Each company contributed technology and expertise to over 40 projects in the past year. The collaboration culminated in this exciting Lamborghini video project, shared across social media platforms, reaching a wide audience of machining and metalworking enthusiasts. The Lamborghini was modeled and programmed using hyperMILL 2024 software from Open Mind Technologies. One month of designing and programming Blaser’s in-house machinists began by analyzing photos and videos of the racecar. Using hyperMILL software from Open Mind Technologies, the team meticulously modeled the car and developed the program required to machine it from a solid block of 6082 aluminum. Tool path clearance was a particular challenge. The 2024 release of hyperMILL saved enormous amounts of time by seamlessly linking CAD functionality to CAM programming. The intricate process involved one month of designing and programming, ensuring every detail of the race car was accurately captured.   Achieving complex angles, precision and realistic surfaces Once ready, the material was loaded into a GF Mikron Mill (E 700 U) at the Blaser technology center. The 5-axis GF mill, equipped with a tilting, rotating table with a range of -65° to +120°, was essential to achieving the required precision and complex contours of the car. Workholding was also tricky due to the model’s intricate shape and small size. Gressel AG provided a modular C2.0 series centric vise system offering maximum versatility while maintaining complete stability of the workpiece – imperative for achieving complex angles and precision. Specialized tool holders were applied to various tasks. The...
ITT Bornemann & Blaser Swisslube – Co-operation increases productivity and process security

ITT Bornemann & Blaser Swisslube – Co-operation increases productivity and process security

by | Jun 18, 2024 | Customer Cases

ITT Bornemann & Blaser Swisslube – Co-operation increases productivity and process security International company ITT Bornemann tailors its high-tech pump systems to satisfy individual customer requirements. The pumps produced by the innovative company are primarily used in the oil and gas industry, as well as in the food, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. The broad diversity in production means that the demands placed on coolants are also very high. The company managed to increase coolant sump life eightfold in co-operation with Blaser Swisslube by using B-Cool 9665. Machine cleanliness, human compatibility and consumption have all been optimized.  The Bornemann Locksmith’s store company was founded no less than 170 years ago, in 1853. Headquartered in Obernkirchen near Hanover, ITT Bornemann is now an internationally active manufacturer of high-tech pump systems. The company employs 250 people and has been part of the ITT Group since 2012, with its parent company located in the US. Bornemann has been delivering continuous innovation to market in the pump segment for a whole century. The twin-spindle screw pump with external bearing was patented in 1934. Three-spindle screw pumps and progressive cavity pumps followed in the 1960s. In the 1980s, Bornemann’s multiphase pumps tapped into previously unknown economic opportunities. Multiphase technology avoids the so-called “flaring” of gas during oil production, allowing the gas to be recovered and utilized. In the food sector, Bornemann has developed self-cleaning pumps that have no dead legs. The stainless-steel pumps transport food with care and meet the highest quality standards. ITT Bornemann produces a wide variety of pumps. One of the larger models is currently being worked on. High coolant demands ITT Bornemann’s pumps are used in the oil and gas industry, as well as in the food, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. Each year, around 2,500 pumps are produced and individually adapted to customer requirements. In particular, the gradient and conveying capacity are tailored to customer specifications in line with the particular application. Due to this very high level of variance, the production processes at ITT Bornemann are also very diverse. “We use a wide range of machine types. These include numerous turning machines for producing screw profiles, but also grinding and milling machines,” ITT Bornemann explains. “This means that the demands placed on the coolant...