BLUM production metrology at toolcraft
toolcraft, based in the German municipality of Georgensgmünd, develops and builds robotic cells for a wide range of applications – from polishing to milling. Always on board: Blum-Novotest measuring systems for precise tool and workpiece measurement with the robot arm.
“We have extensive experience working with robotics and also know a great deal about software thanks to unicam,” explains department manager Thomas Wieland. “We consolidate this knowledge to develop special solutions for the complex challenges of our customers”. A good example of these requirements is a production line consisting of five 5-axis grinding machines and just as many robotic cells. They are used to grind and polish full ceramic clasps with illuminated gear knob that are fitted on the gearshift lever of current BMW luxury models. Machining these components present a multitude of challenges. For example, the flat yet curved shape of the clasp is difficult to clamp and polishing the ceramic surface is a demanding task.

toolcraft, based in the German municipality of Georgensgmünd, develops and builds robotic cells for a wide range of applications – from polishing to milling. Always on board: Blum-Novotest measuring systems for precise tool and workpiece measurement with the robot arm.
“We have extensive experience working with robotics and also know a great deal about software thanks to unicam,” explains department manager Thomas Wieland. “We consolidate this knowledge to develop special solutions for the complex challenges of our customers”. A good example of these requirements is a production line consisting of five 5-axis grinding machines and just as many robotic cells. They are used to grind and polish full ceramic clasps with illuminated gear knob that are fitted on the gearshift lever of current BMW luxury models. Machining these components present a multitude of challenges. For example, the flat yet curved shape of the clasp is difficult to clamp and polishing the ceramic surface is a demanding task.

