With a brand-new Traub TNL20-9 and plans for another Hermle machining centre, WILD is laying the groundwork for even greater manufacturing efficiency and capacity.

Requirements in medical technology are unforgiving. When dimensional accuracies of 0.02 mm and utmost process stability for complex control valves are required, standard equipment is stretched to its limits. The WILD Group‘s reaction to this is a targeted  investment: a Traub TNL20-9.

The sliding/fixed headstock automatic lathe is more than just a capacity enlargement. ”Through simultaneous machining with two tool carriers, a main and a counter spindle, the machine can handle geometries that previously required several work steps“,  explains team leader Marko Mert. In addition, its efficiently used workspace and minimised process steps significantly optimise lead time and create additional space for growing volumes. A technical detail with a great impact: The change from emulsion to cutting oil brings a more stable quality and longer tool life. In addition, shifting approximately 2,260 manufacturing hours to the new lathing centre frees valuable resources in the milling section. To further bolster capacities in this area, WILD is already  planning the next step: The company plans to purchase a state-of-the-art Hermle C 32 machining centre in 2026. This will create additional space for new, even large-volume customer projects in the long run, thus securing WILD‘s accustomed reliability in meeting delivery deadlines.