News / Division Paper
Get-together of Chinese Paper Industry in Wuxi, China

From 05 to 08 July 2010, the who is who of the paper and pulp industry met in Wuxi to discuss the recent developments of the paper industry in China.
In addition to renown representatives of the paper industry, the organizer CTAPI was able to welcome the China National Pulp Institute, the Paper Research Institute, and the Chinese Academy of Forestry among others.
Parallel to the active participation in the conference, the IKS Klingelnberg Group showed its current product range for the paper industry and informed about innovations and trends.
On the basis of the extensive information, research results, and trend analyses, the IKS Klingelnberg Group – with own production sites and sales offices in China – feels vindicated in its corporate strategy and orientation and continues to look ahead optimistically regarding the growth trend of the Chinese paper industry.

Contakt:
Dipl.-Ing. Bernd Böhlert

13. Juli 2010

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News / Division Wood
IKS Klingelnberg launches an optimized honing machine for machines knives

The specialists of the Division Wood have developed an user-friedly honing machine for veneer-, rotary peeling and chipper knives.
The appliance was designed for ordinary use. It guarantees an enhanced cutting edge quality which allows a better lifetime of your cutting tools as well as a better cutting result.

For detailled information don´t hesitate to contact
Mr. Paolo Rizzo
Produkt Manager
Phone: +49 (0) 2191-969-287

July 8, 2010

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News Business Unit Rubber
New coating method for steel cord shears prevents adherence of rubber

IKS Klingelnberg shear blades are used in the production process of car tires.
A tire consists of different components. From the outside, a tire is made up of a cover, sidewall, and heel.
In the inside, these elements are supported by the carcass. The carcass is covered with a bracing ply which is made of several layers of rubber-lined steel wire fabric (steel breaker tire). The threads in these bracing plies are in an acute angle to one another. The tire is thereby provided with resistance, fitness for high speed, and durability.
Bracing plies are cut by means of shear blades. In doing so, rubber often adheres to the blade which may result in considerable impairment of the cutting process.
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We would be pleased to give you our expert advice and to provide further information!

Contact
Mr. Volker Kölsch
Vice President Plastic, Rubber and Recycling
Phone: 49 (0) 2191-969-219

June 21, 2010

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News Division Paper / Pulp and Paper
In-house Hardening Shop Ensures High Quality

The hardening process is an important step in the production of machine knives as it highly affects the later cutting behavior and wear resistance of a tool.
Many companies hive this production step off. A few years ago, IKS Klingelnberg GmbH integrated an in-house hardening shop on its own production premises in order to be able to control and optimize the production process even better. The in-house hardening process guarantees a uniform steel structure and ensures utmost combination of hardness and toughness. The continuously high quality is checked and approved regularly by an independent laboratory.

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For further information and/or technical consultation please contact :
Dipl.-Ing.Thomas Friede
Product Manager
Phone: +49(0) 2191 969-256

May 31, 2010

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News Division Paper / Pulp and Paper
High-tech Multiple-Knive-Blocks for (Re)winder

For many years, the IKS Klingelnberg Group has been manufacturing high-quality circular knives for any type of winder at its production site in Geringswalde.

After technical modernization and consequent investments in most modern production plants with individual design, highly precise multi blocks according to OEM standards can now be manufactured in addition to conventional multi blocks.

In order to supplement this, IKS Klingelnberg offers a regrinding service featuring manufacturer's quality.
The TEAM SERVICE of IKS Klingelnberg GmbH collects and returns your tools.

… efficient, quick, and flexible! IKS Klingelnberg is a synonym for highest quality!

Pictures: highly precise multi blocks according to OEM standards

We will be pleased to render individual technical advice. Just contact:
Jochen Wingsch
Sales and Service Manager
Phone: +49 (0) 2191- 969-247, Mail:JWingsch@interknife.com

May 11, 2010

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News Division Paper / Pulp and Paper

       CHINA PAPER 2010 Shanghai is the premier event in the Asian paper industry since 1987.

Visit us at CHINA PAPER 2010 - Stand 2905, Level 2! This time IKS Klingelnberg is a co-exhibitor on the BTG´s booth.

Please block this date already today!

7 May, 2010

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News Division Paper / Postpress
NEW! IKS Klingelnberg launches new knife for bank note cutting

The IKS Klingelnberg Group has developed a special knife which is perfectly suitable for the extremely high requirements to be faced when cutting bank notes.

Due to the safety features integrated in bank note paper, the precision tool has to cut different thicknesses and qualities in one cutting operation.
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We will be pleased to give you advice regarding your individual requirements!

Contact
Dipl.-Bw . Udo Middendorf
Product Manager
Phone:+49 (0) 2191-969-327, UMiddendorf@interknife.com

30 April, 2010

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News Division Paper

UBM Asia is pleased to announce that they have secured new dates at Queen Sirikit Exhibition Centre in Bangkok for the Asian Paper 2010 events. This is the same venue as originally planned for the event.
The exhibition and conference dates will be Wednesday 16 June to Friday 18 June, 2010.

IKS Klingelnberg Asia Pte Ltd: Stand No N52 Plenary Hall 2

List of Exhibitors

15 April, 2010

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News Division Metal
METAL + METALLURGY CHINA 2010
11 - 14 May 2010 , Beijing, P. R. China

Metal + Metallurgy China is held exceedingly successfully for more than 20 years and showcases the latest products for suppliers of machinery and technology for the foundry and metallurgical industry.

In its last edition in 2008, it covered an exhibition area of 60,000 sqm and attracted 1,100 exhibitors as well as 31,867 visitors from all over the world.

Visit us in hall W1 C37 (German Pavilion)!

Contact: 
Mr. Peter Welp 
Phone: +49(0) 2191 969-313 , PWelp@interknife.com 

April 13, 2010

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News Division Paper / Postpress Industry
PREMIUM SERVICE LINES with finest grain and ultra-fine grain hard metal knives by IKS Klingelnberg

Heavy-duty machines in modern postpress lines require heavy-duty tools. In this connection, the selection of an optimum material quality is decisive.

Most machine knives used for finishing, e.g. cutting of magazines, books, labels, offset plates, banknotes, etc., are made of hard metal. Depending on the application, a hard metal knife of a three-knife trimmer can perform in shaving action up to 1,000,000 cuts and that of a high-speed cutter between 40,000 and 60,000 cuts.

Hard metals are sintered carbides that distinguish by extreme hardness and resistance to wear. Hard metal knives are made of  ....
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Picture: Gradation of hard metal according to the size of tungsten carbide grains

Contact
Dipl.-Bw. Udo Middendorf
Phone:+49 (0) 2191-969-327, UMiddendorf@interknife.com

March 23, 2010

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News Division Paper / Tissue Paper Industry
VISIT US AT TISSUE AMERICAS in Miami!
Come to the show ... Visit our Stand  (NO.1000)... Come to the Future of Tissue!

Tissue World Americas gives you a great chance to catch up with all the latest trends and developments while also giving you the opportunity to network with colleagues and customers in the business.

Tissue World Americas is the only Conference and Exhibition targeted at the North and South American producers, converters, distributors, traders and suppliers of soft hygiene tissue paper. It will be in its fifth edition in 2010.

Make a date to attend IKS Klingelnberg Group on the Tissue World Americas 2010!
Please contact :
Dipl.-Ing.Thomas Friede
Phone: +49(0) 2191 969-256 , TFriede@interknife.com

March 18, 2010

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News IKS Klingelnberg
Stop rampant bureaucracy
IKS KLINGENLBERG Member of the Bundestag is listening carefully.

The internationally operating manufacturer of machine knives and machine components IKS Klingelnberg in Bergisch Born definitely got a taste of the economic crisis. But the managing director and associate Thomas Meyer does not want to waste time on complaints. Yesterday, the local member of the Bundestag Jürgen Hardt (CDU) together with Dr. Markus Heering of the VDMA (association of German mechanical and plant engineering) visited the company's headquarters in Remscheid. And the main issue then was how to carry on with new strength after the crisis.

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Source : RGA, by Gerhard Schattat
Picture: Thomas Meyer (IKS Klingelnberg, left to right) explains to Jürgen Hardt and Dr. Markus Heering why machine knives by IKS K come out on top.
Photography: Michael Sieber

February 22, 2010

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News Division Paper / Pulp & Paper Industry
A quite different knife-service:
The FULL SERVICE PACKAGE by the IKS Klingelnberg Group

In order to allow you as a paper making and processing company to focus on your core business, the IKS Klingelnberg Group offers its customers a SERVICE PACKAGE covering the demand for knives and the optimization of use.

• Auditing + Advice
• Resharpening on Manufacturer Level
• Training
• Customer-oriented warehousing
• Framework contracts simplify the sequences and allow the
  FULL SERVICE to become a fast-selling item

Details

We will be pleased to render individual technical advice. Just contact:
Jochen Wingsch
Sales and Service Manager
Phone: +49 (0) 2191- 969-247, Mail:JWingsch@interknife.com

February 3, 2010

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News Business Unit Machine Parts
Wide range of tools and component parts supplied by Böhler Miller Knives and Saws (BMMS)

In its 100 years history BMMS has developed itself from a traditional manufacturer of tools to a producer of precision mechancial parts and to a system provider in the Hi-Tec Sector.

Be informed about BMMS's products and services!

• Guideways / Slide Bars
• Mechanical Parts
• Bending Tools
• Clamping Parts
• Refinishing / Service

For an individual consulting please contact:
Dipl. Ing. (FH) Christian Haselsteiner
Phone: +43 (0) 7442 601 -217 ; E-Mail: Christian.Haselsteiner@bmms.at

January 11, 2010

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Exhibitions 2010

Here you can find the most important dates.

We are looking forward to your visit! Take the chance and convince yourself about the quality and the variety of our products.

January 6, 2010

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HR News
Today, the newspaper "Bergische Morgenpost" reports on the family-friendly company IKS Klingelnberg

In the competition "Familienfreundliche Unternehmen im Bergischen Städtedreieck 2009" (Family-friendly companies in the three important cities of the region Bergisches Land 2009) arranged by the local Chamber of Industry and Commerce, IKS Klingelnberg won first place.
The jury decided in favor of the manufacturer of cutting tools in particular due to the flexible working times for young parents in their stressful phase of life.
"We have a lot of employees who had a baby lately", says Meyer. In conjunction with the human resources manager Dirk Lehmkühler, the company management strives for individual solutions for the young mothers in order to cushion the impacts of the double burden.

We are aware of their well-founded know-how, experience gained in the company - many of them have already contributed to the company since their apprenticeship - and high commitment: Resources which the company does not want to miss; thus it finally was all about give-and-take and a win/win situation on either side, summarizes Meyer.

Article

Picture: Dirk Lehmkühler, Isabel und Soe Garcia, Alexandra and Tom Schwerdtfeger, Helene and Zoe Kaucher, Rosemarie and Lena Asbach, Gabriele and Thomas Meyer (from left to right)

December 22, 2009

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News Division Paper / Postpress
Paper Cutting Knife – Brazing versus Gluing

Brazing and gluing are the two rival joining technologies in the production process of paper cutting knives.

IKS Klingelnberg focuses on the brazing technology — a thermal procedure which ensures considerably higher tensile strength and reduces maintenance costs. The joining agent is a meltable metal alloy which is also called brazing metal. It reaches a tensile strength of about 200 N/mm² which is thus four times as high as that obtained by the gluing technology.

Brazing is state-of-the-art at IKS Klingelnberg.

Picture: Profile of a Paper Cutting Knife

Contact
Dipl.-Bw. Udo Middendorf               
Product Manager
Phone:+49 (0) 2191-969-327, UMiddendorf@interknife.com                           

December 11, 2009

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News IKS Klingelnberg
Hand-over of New Turning Area to Remscheid's Municipality

On Monday, the management of IKS Klingelnberg GmbH (IKS K) handed the new turning area at the driveway to the IKS K building over to the Mayor of Remscheid, Ms. Beate Wilding.

In consideration of the transfer of land owned by the town to the company, which enables IKS Klingelnberg to organize a more efficient flow of goods on its premises, IKS Klingelnberg built the new turning area on a piece of land which had been purchased exclusively for this purpose.

Under the headline "Bei IKS Klingelnberg dreht´s sich", the newspaper rga today reports on the exchange deal between the municipality Remscheid and IKS Klingelnberg GmbH.
The newspaper Bergische Morgenpost publishes the article "IKS Klingelnberg erweitert in Bergisch Born".

Picture: Hans Gerd Sonnenschein (city planner), Christof Didam (IKS K /CFO), Peter Reintzsch (building firm Knebes), Beate Wilding (Lord Mayor) and Thomas Meyer (IKS K /CEO) (from left to right)

December 9, 2009

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News Division Metal
In the current issue of the trade journal "Stahlmarkt", IKS Klingelnberg provides information on its technological product - the industrial knife

The requirements regarding industrial knives for the slitting and cutting to length of steel have risen continuously throughout the last years.
Steel qualities with ever increasing strengths are to be cut even more precisely and efficiently while the service demands are rising, too. The IKS Klingelnberg Group faces these challenges with its know-how of many years having a good eye for the customers' requirements.
In an interview with "Stahlmarkt" Dr. Thomas Klumpen (COO IKS Klingelnberg Group) and Ralf Zallar (Managing Director of Division Metal IKS Klingelnberg) mention the essential factors which ensure reproducible and highly precise cutting results. In this respect, know-how regarding materials, which has been gained over decades of experience, as well as extensive knowledge of the cutting processes are of utmost importance.

Report

Foto: Ralf Zallar, Markus Huneke (Stahlmarkt), Klaus Peter Maaßen (Stahlmarkt), Dr. Thomas Klumpen (from left to right)

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News Division Wood / Sawmill Industry
BMMS provides most recent saw mill of Mayr-Melnhof Holz Group in Elfimovskiy/RU with a complete basic kit of sawing tools

Mayr-Melnhof is one of the leading European companies in the timber and wood working industry. The first Russian saw mill of the Group is located about 300 km east of Saint Petersburg and was inaugurated at the end of September.
The factory premises of the most modern and largest saw mill in Russia were erected on an estate of 24 ha in a huge tract of forest.

BMMS - supplier of the Group throughout many years - delivered circular saw blades, saw segments, choppers, template rings, and accessories to the factory. On the basis of our longstanding experience as a manufacturer of tools for the sawing industry, we will further strive to provide Mayr-Melnhof as well as other existing and new customers with individual solutions and competent service.

For further information and/or technical consultation please contact :
Ing. Friedrich Schwabel
Product Manager
Phone: +0043 (0) 2783 6006-260; friedrich.schwabel@bmms.at 

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News Division Paper / Tissue Paper Industry
Enhanced Cutting Edge Quality for Log Saw

The log saw is an extremely sharp knife which is used in production of hygienic paper. This is why the cutting edge protection is of particular importance for operators and knife. Usually, the protection is made of one layer of plastic material. As the sharp log saw easily cuts through the plastic material protection and thus subjects the operator of the machine to hazards, IKS Klingelnberg developed a 3-layer cutting edge protection.
The inner layer which is made of plastic material protects the extremely sharp cutting edge of the knife.
An intermediate metal layer prevents cutting through and the outer layer made of plastic and textile material provides for easy handling thanks to the good grip.

Above-average safety at the work place is thus given.

For further information and/or technical consultation please contact :
Dipl.-Ing.Thomas Friede
Product Manager
Phone: +49(0) 2191 969-256 , TFriede@interknife.com

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HR News
Chamber of commerce and industry awards the IKS Klingelnberg GmbH in the regional competition “Family- Friendly Company”
Beside two other companies the IKS Klingelnberg GmbH was awarded for its family friendly company culture in the Forum for Product-Design in Solingen.
CCI President Friedhelm Sträter handed over to the awardees Thomas Meyer (CEO) and Dirk Lehmkühler (HR) the certification in the auditorium. The North Rhine-Westphalia economics minister Ms. Christa Thoben and also the majors of the large cities in the region were among the guests.

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Art News
Grand opening of art exhibition
The exhibition of the artists Seeger and Hellardt was opened in the company building of the IKS Klingelnberg GmbH. In an inviting atmosphere Thomas Meyer (CEO) received his guests with a cordial designation. He welcomed the new artists and thanked Ms. Dorothea Hussels and Mr. Johann Heinrich Schneider who exhibited their works of art in the last months in the headquarters.

Impressions

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News Rolf Meyer
Collaboration of Rolf Meyer GmbH and BTG - First Interview in the trade magazin Flexo Gravure Int´l

Under the headline "A razor shap cooperation" you will find in the current issue Flexo Gravure Int´l the first interview about the collaboration of the companies Rolf Meyer GmbH and BTG. Thomas Stoerte, Managing Director of Rolf Meyer, and Jerome Michaut, Marketing Manger of BTG, explain backgrounds and give a forsight...

To read the complete Interview please click here

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News Division Wood
The ecological flange saw SWITCH
The production of circular saw blades normally implements high expenditures in the form of costs of manufacture and expenses for raw materials. Normally, a flange saw abrades at the saw blade and not at the body, the so-called flange. However, traditionally the saw is grounded out of one piece and this is why both parts of the saw need to be replaced when the saw blade shows abrasion marks.

The Böhler Miller Messer und Sägen GmbH (BMMS) is now introducing the cost-efficient and dyadic flange saw “SWITCH”. Instead of the conventional, discharged saw blade the company constructed a plane one, which is offered separately from the flange. Both parts are bolted together. Thus, considerable raw material costs can be saved, since the body of the saw is reusable. Additionally, the wastage of steel in the production process is significantly diminished. This is underlining the ecological principle of the saw.

The new flange saw is not inferior to the traditional one. To the contrary, it works with the same cutting parameters as the conventional saw and is available in different versions. The diameter, the coating of the surface and the number of teeth are variable. Moreover, the saw offers a better cost-performance ratio and lower costs of maintenance (solid quality and easy handling at low acquisition costs), as the evenness of the saw blade can be adjusted a lot easier.

Today, BMMS holds a patent on their invention and delivers the “Eco Saw” to prestigious costumers. 

For further information and/or technical consultation please contact :
Ing. Friedrich Schwabel
Product Manager
Phone: +0043 (0) 2783 6006-260;  friedrich.schwabel@bmms.at 

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News Rolf Meyer
Strategic collaboration between BTG and Rolf Meyer GmbH gives you added value

BTG Eclépens S.A, Switzerland, supplier to the Pulp & Paper Industry and the inventor and manufacturer of the original high-performance printing blade Duroblade®, and Rolf Meyer GmbH Germany, manufacturer and international supplier with 40 years’ expertise focused on the illustration and packaging printing business, signed a worldwide collaboration agreement on August 17th, 2009, effective on the 1st of September 2009.

Rolf Meyer GmbH, market leader in printing doctor blades, high-performance knives and spare parts for the printing and packaging industry will take over the sales and marketing activities and sell BTG´s Duroblade under the new product name of RMB DuroBlade. for flexo and gravure applications. BTG, with its unique manufacturing know-how will continue manufacturing the blade.

The goal of the alliance is to extend and strengthen the position of BTG and Rolf Meyer in the printing industry and consolidate the distribution network for RMB DuroBlade.

You as our customer will benefit from this strategic cooperation thanks to the combined competence and know-how of two dynamic and innovative companies with long-standing international experience.

We are confident this move will: 

• facilitate your access to a complete range of supplies
• give you access to a wider scope of know-how
• give you added value

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HR News
IKS Klingelnberg GmbH in Remscheid welcomes 5 new apprentices

On 17 August 2009, 5 young people started their professional career as a male/female industrial clerk and a precision mechanic with IKS Klingelnberg GmbH in Remscheid. Currently, 12 apprentices are serving their vocational training at the Remscheid site.
Thus, the company sticks to its employment level of the previous year.

Dirk Lehmkühler, head of human resources at IKS Klingelnberg GmbH: "Also in poor economic times, we take responsibility and offer vocational training positions thus providing for qualified new blood."

Altogether, about 65 apprentices are employed with the IKS Klingelnberg Group at the moment.

In addition to the above mentioned jobs, computer scientists and specialists for administration of inventory are trained.

Read about our vocational trainings.

Picture: Selcuk Kalkavan, Katharina Badura, Andre Klose, Louisa Hindrichs, Jan Uellenberg, Dirk Lehmkühler (from left to right)

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News Division Paper / Pulp & Paper Industry
IKS Klingelnberg Group introduced the 4th generation of circular slitters

The latest high-speed paper winders running at a speed of up to 3,000 m/min. allow completely new opportunities of paper (re)winding. Fitted with high quality slitter knives of the so called 1st and 2nd generation (powder steel), such machines sometimes had their limits.
Significant success created the 3rd generation of powder-steel top slitter knives, produced by the IKS Klingelnberg Group, a link between steel and Tungsten Carbide.
Today, the IKS Klingelnberg Group launched their 4th generation of top slitter knives, made from a micro-polished special Tungsten Carbide grade to provide much better cut results and knife life time especially on such as high-speed winders.

For individual, technical consultation please contact:

Jochen Wingsch
Sales and Service Manager
Phone: +49 (0) 2191- 969-247, Mail:JWingsch@interknife.com 

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News Division Paper / Postpress Industry  
The IKS Klingelnberg GUARANTEE

The IKS Klingelnberg Group manufactures all knives to individual requirements to the custumer and “Original Equipment Manufacturer“ (OEM)- Standards. This assures reproducible cutting results and operational reliabilities.

Paper Cutting Knives with the unique LIFE TIME GUARANTEE

• Steel Knives (High Speed Steel and Tool Steel) knives, like Durapid and Duritan, guaranteed to 14 mm of inlay.
• TCT (Tungsten Carbide Tipped) knives, like Incomet Supreme, guarantee to 7 mm of inlay.

In case of a material breach and for not achieving the guarantee of inlay, IKS Klingelnberg will replace the knife free of charge.
We are „Best in Class“. - Compare the Guarantee to the competition!

The IKS Klingelnberg Group knives are produced at latest state of the art technologies in a complex process. The high-alloyed inlay is brazed onto the body material. This guarantees a unique tensile strength and a non-breaking of the inlay out of the body material.
Another connection technology is the glueing. Glued knives got a much lower tensile strength in comparison to brazed knives. This can lead into an easier nick of the inlay and may damage machine parts and components.

Standard and latest state of the art products for the Printing Postpress Industry are offered from the IKS Klingelnberg group.

Contact

Udo Middendorf
Product Manager
Phone:+49 (0) 2191-969-327, UMiddendorf@interknife.com

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News Division Metal
Cost Reduction Potential => Repairservice

Especially in times of economic depression it is important to challenge your operating expenses as for example such for tools. Furthermore, it becomes vital to identify and exploit your savings potential.
The precision of a tool, which can deteriorate within a couple of years, can be restored easily and cost efficiently.
Tools that are professionally refurbished are in mint condition. Beyond that, restored tools will save you the costs of replacement.

Our “all inclusive” repair service includes:

• Pick-up service
• Visual inspection of the incoming tools
• Measuring of the tools and subsequent assortment into tools that are “in need of repair” and such that are “utilizable“
• Reparation within the valid tolerances
• Renewal of the labelling
• Preservation
• Redelivery to the costumer
  

This offer applies to the maintenance of Rubber Bonded Spacers
and Spacers as well as to the regrinding of Rotary Slitter Knives and of Cut to Length Knives.

For an individual, technical consultation, please feel free to contact :
Christoph Leibbrand                                      Ing. Manfred Gstettner                       
IKS Klingelnberg GmbH                                 Böhler Miller Messer und Sägen GmbH
Division Metal                                                   Division Metal
Phone: +49(0)2191- 969-326                       Phone: +43 (0) 7442 / 601 - 200
CLeibbrand@interknife.com                         Manfred.Gstettner@bmms.at

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News Divison Paper / Tissue Paper Industry
Expansion of product range for the Tissue Paper Industry

Since decades IKS Klingelnberg Group is well known for high quality machine knives being used in the production of bathroom tissues and kitchen towels as well as in the production of handkerchiefs, napkins and paper towels.

As far as machine knives for the production of handkerchiefs, napkins and paper towels are concerned, the company invested additional resources in the past two years and succeeded to increase respective market shares significantly.

As a result, famous machine factories as well as numerous end users are satisfied customers.

Join us to be our customer as well and order the special high quality machine knives from our stock.

For an individual, technical consultation, please feel free to contact :

Thomas Friede
Product Manager
Phone: +49(0) 2191 969-256 , TFriede@interknife.com 

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Optimized Geometry of Circular Knives

There are plenty of inconveniences that might occur while cutting paper: Problems with dust, sandy paper or an alteration of the paper dispensing that might cause the cutting behaviour of the paper to deteriorate etc.
Many of these cases ask for an adaptation and optimization of the cutting-quality of the machine knives.

In their grinding-centre “Diacarb”, the IKS Klingelnberg Group developed three novelties on the paper cutting market:

• New Wave – A smoother cut-through combined with high durability
• Hyper Wave - The reduction of dust-development combined with high durability
• Hyperhone – A cut that is 100% free of burrs, meeting extremely high requirements

For an individual technical consulting plaese contact:

Jochen Wingsch
Sales and Service-Manager
Phone: +49-2191-969-247 , JWingsch@interknife.com

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Portucel Soporcel assigns IKS Klingelnberg as training partner for cutting technology

The Portuguese company group Portucel Soporcel is one of the major paper manufacturers in the segment of wood-free natural paper. On the occasion of the production start-up of their just recently built paper-mill “ATF” (About the Future) in Sébutal (Portugal), IKS Klingelnberg took on the mission to train the production staff members on the newest cutting technologies.

Hence, IKS Klingelnberg is involved in two training-events that are connected to the start-ups of two important paper production plants, namely the Palm and the Portucel Soporcel plant.

If you want to inquire more information on our coveted training-events, that will help you to optimize process efficiency concerning cutting technologies, please contact

Mr. Bernd Böhlert
Tel.: + 49 (2191) 969 317
Mail: BBoehlert@interknife.com

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ROLF MEYER GmbH - Outbilding for new office space

Company Rolf Meyer finished this month the new Outbilding. On an extra area of approx. 200 sqm, six new, modern offices were developed. This Outbilding was necessary to have more space for continuously growing numer of employees and to optimize the Workflow.

Further factor on the part of Management is the optimistic view into the future: "We confront the current crisis, which we see as a market given fact, but we make every possible effort to be optimally prepared for the economic revival."

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Thomas Meyer honors Gamil Mina who celebrates 25 years with the company.

Thomas Meyer solemnly congratulated Gamil Mina, exclusive representative of TKM United States, Inc., on his 25 years' partnership with the company together with the international team of Division Wood of the IKS Klingelnberg Group which met at the trade fair LIGNA in Hanover last week. Those present used this event as an opportunity to give Gamil Mina three cheers by way of a little get-together in the evening after the trade.
"I'm really proud that such a deserving partner has been doing such a brilliant and successful job for our company for so many years", highlights Meyer in his laudatory speech and motivates Gamil Mina, who was visibly moved, to retain this spirit also in future.

Picture: Thomas Meyer (right) congratulates Gamil Mina (left)

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IKS Klingelnberg has trained staff members of the paper manufacturer PALM in King´s Lynn in regard to the topic "Cutting , Winding, Packaging"

The paper manufacturer PALM is one of the worldwide top manufacturer of pulp, groundwood, paper and paperboard and is building up the biggest newspaper printing machine of the world in King's Lynn / UK.

Bernd Böhlert, Technical Trainer at IKS Klingelnberg, was responsible for the training of the PALM staff members in the starting-up phase of the new machine in particular in regard to know-how transfer and caring for customer loyality.

KNOW-HOW-TRANSFER: Our training comes to you!
Are you interested in trainings and contents in the range of the paper converter industry?

Then ask targeted for our topics!

Your direct way to the trainig
Bernd Böhlert
Phone:+49 (2191) 969 317, E-Mail: BBoehlert@interknife.com

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TKM France - NEWSLETTER

TKM France has become a key partner for Flexo printers!

Read here the second TKM France Newsletter "TKM France is more and more involved in Flexo Printing".

For further informations don´t hesitate to contact:

Mr. Pieter DEWAELE:  PDewaele@rolfmeyer.de  or
Mr. Emmanuel MOUGENOT:  EMougenot@tkmfrance.com

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Diacarb finds the solution for improvement of the knife performance at Henri Wintermans Cigars (the Netherlands)

Henry Wintermans Cigars – established in Eersel in the Netherlands – has grown into the second largest cigar manufacturer in the world. The product portfolio includes world-famous brands such as Café Crème, Colts, Mercator, Henri Wintermans Founder’s Blend and Petit.

In the Leuven-settlement (in Belgium) Henri Wintermans Cigars and Diacarb initiated some tests to improve the performance of the knifes which are being used to cut the cigars and cigarillos.

Michael De Ridder, technical advisor for Diacarb in Belgium: "Henri Wintermans was trying out Tungsten Carbide circular knives from other suppliers before, but the knife performance was not in proportion to the price. Diacarb is the only one who is capable to polish the entire knives. The results were better already than before and the dust formation had been reduced substantially.
For phase 2 of the tests the knives have been provided with a special coating. With this coating the knife performance 'jumped' to a substantial higher level: from 1 to 2 weeks with the polished knives to 2 to 3 months!"

Diacarb was glad to receive the first orders for these circular knives, not only for the Leuven-settlement, but also for the Eersel-settlement.

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We welcome the new Managing Director of TTT Technology Oy Ab, Finland

We are highly pleased to welcome Mr. Markku Ahlbäck to the IKS Klingelnberg Group. He is joining us in the capacity of Managing Director and Chief Operative Officer of TTT Technology Oy Ab. He reports directly to the CEO / Executive Board of the IKS Klingelnberg Group and to the Board of TTT.

As the Managing Director he is responsible among others for the planning, steering and management of sales, production, engineering, finance and administration of TTT.

Mr. Ahlbäck obtained the Master of Science degree in Engineering at the Helsinki University of Technology in 1981.
He looks back to a long term career in several international companies. One of his main functions was the COO of Neles Oy, an international company today known as Metso Automation.
In the last eight years Mr. Ahlbäck was engaged in the electronic contract manufacturing business. He started his carreer as President & CEO of Ahltronix and as Executive Vice President of Enics AG.

Picture: Markku Ahlbäck

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The trade journal ipw reports in the February issue about the OPTIMIZATION OF CROSS-CUTTING QUALITY
A report of Martin Steissl, Product Manager Division Paper, BÖHLER MILLER Messer & Sägen GmbH

For a long time now, IKS Klingelnberg Group has devoted particular attention to the subject of "cross-cutting" at BMMS (Böhler Miller Messer und Sägen GmbH) in Waidhofen, Austria.
When it comes to optimising processes, it is necessary to fully understand the factors.

Read here the complete ipw report

For further informations please contact Mr. Martin Streissl

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Cutting Seminars - Our know-how for your company

The Technical Support Team of the Division Paper of IKS Klingelnberg GmbH regularly reports on the relevant parameters of the selection of the right machine knife. It supports its customers by granting useful decision-making aid and technical assistance regarding use and replacement of knives on the spot.
In the course of this year, IKS Klingelnberg GmbH, represented by Bernd Böhlert (Technical Support & Training), held four Trouble Shooting Seminars in the Paper Center in Gernsbach, two Cutting Seminars in the Training Center of the Austrian Paper Industry in Steyrermühl and contributed to the two-day workshop of PTS at the chair for Paper Technology in Dresden/Germany. There were representatives of various paper mills from Germany and abroad as well as the manufacturers of cross cutters E.C.H. Will and Bielomatik among the participants.

Mr. Böhlert would be pleased to answer your questions.

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A new machine knife specially for cutting banknote paper was developed by the innovative Team of TKM France and Diacarb 
 
The frech customer "Banque de France" is very delighted about the high performance of the newly constructed machine knife and the regrinding technology specially for banknote paper. Both is leading to an improvement in efficiency in the production process of banknotes. 

Read here the complete interview.

For further informations please keep in contact with Mr. Pieter Dewaele.

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IKS Klingelnberg supports "Remscheider Tafel für Bedürftige e.V." in the purchase of a new van

Remscheider Tafel e.V. collects excessive food from supermarkets, canteens, bakeries, butchers etc., sorts it and hands it out to people in need in Remscheid.
For this purpose, the association is provided with four vehicles which are driven by volunteers.
IKS Klingelnberg GmbH is glad to be able to support this welfare institution in the purchase of a new car as sponsor.

                    

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Vocational Training is of Great Importance

"In the IKS Klingelnberg group, vocational training is extremely important", says Dirk Lehmkühler, personnel manager. At IKS Klingelnberg in Remscheid about 13 young people per year have been trained as industrial clerks, management assistants in informatics, specialists for administration of inventory and precision mechanics throughout the last years.
Furthermore, as from summer 2009 one vocational training position combined with studies will be offered. Recently, all apprentices of the German IKS Klingelnberg sites met in Bargteheide near Hamburg for exchange of information and project work.
By product trainings, presentation of various production methods and project work, an understanding of the group-wide IKS Klingelnberg philosophy was to be given especially to the apprentices in their first year of vocational training.
IKS Klingelnberg belongs to a medium-sized group of companies which operates on an international scale and is one of the leading manufacturers of machine knives for the paper, metal, wood and plastics processing industry in the world.

Source: Remscheider Generalanzeiger

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Structural Changes at French Subsidiary buland
“buland“ renamed to “TKM France“

With immediate effect, buland which is located near Lille and belongs to the IKS Klingelnberg Group has a new company structure and operates under a new name and logo.

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New Circular Saw SWITCH 

The Böhler Miller Messer und Sägen GmbH (BBMS) introduced the new developed circular saw SWITCH. The “Two-Part Flangesaw” consists of the changeable saw blade and the reusable flange mounted by screws. Considering the upcoming Trade Fair in Klagenfurt, BMMS invited a journalist to come to Traismauer. She wrote an article about the Flangesaw SWITCH and about general market issues concerning BMMS in the sawmill-industry, to be placed in Holzkurier.
Please click here to read the article in German language.

For more information please contact Mr. Friedrich Schwabel.

Picture: Siegried Hollmüller, Hermann Leonhardsberger; Andreas Gärtner, Friedrich Schwabel

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Inauguration of New Logistics Hall at Headquarters of IKS Klingelnberg Group
IKS Klingelnberg has grown strongly

The headquarters of IKS Klingelnberg in the industrial park Bergisch Born have grown strongly. IKS Klingelnberg is a global market leader in machine knives - and yesterday the expansion of the company was celebrated with employees, family members and friends of the company.

Last year, IKS Klingelnberg already invested € 5.5 million in new halls for its European logistics center and new machines for the Remscheid site. Yesterday, Thomas Meyer (CEO) presented this to his guests - and afterwards invited to a great buffet with background music in the logistics center.
The managing partners of IKS Klingelnberg are Diether Klingelnberg, Arndt Klingelnberg and Thomas Meyer.

The global sales target for 2008 is € 135 million; for 2009 already € 145 million.
The entire group will contribute to this target - 1060 employees worldwide; 138 in Bergisch Born where there are still vacancies.

Source: Remscheider Generalanzeiger, Saturday 24 May 2008
Picture: Thomas Meyer, Beate Wilding, Diether Klingelnberg

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Change in Management at BMMS
Mr. Wengenroth (master of business administration) and Mr. Müller (graduate engineer) are the successors of Mr. Döberl (master of engineering)

The turn of the year saw a change in the management of Böhler Miller Messer und Sägen GmbH. After eight years as managing director, graduate engineer Dieter Döberl resigned from his office. His previous substitutes Jörg Wengenroth (master of business administration) and Andreas Peter Müller (graduate engineer) now form the management. Wengenroth is the commercial managing director while Müller is the technical managing director.

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Picture.: Mr. Wengenroth (master of business administration, right) and Mr. Müller (graduate engineer, left) are the successors of Dieter Döberl (master of engineering, middle)

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Geringswalde site is focusing on Circular Knife Production

Recently realized capacity extension at Remscheid site (Logistics and Production) is enableing the integration of the Straight Knife Production from Geringswalde. The Circular Knife Production, however, will remain in Geringswalde. The resulting reallocation of the production ressources will effect further improvement of production efficiency of our high quality products.

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IKS Klingelnberg promotes the Initiative Furnier + Natur (Verneer + Nature)

IKS Klingelnberg Group, the leading supplier of machine knives for the veneer industry promotes the Initiative Furnier + Natur which aims at raising the awareness of the consumers that veneer means genuine wood, distinguishing veneer as high-quality material from wood imitations and establishing it in the market.
In 2003, IFN introduced the veneer label which signifies the genuineness of wood. Wherever you see this label, you can be sure of furniture featuring a veneer surface, i.e. genuine wood.

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IKS Klingelnberg Group supports VDMA Campaign against Piracy

The IKS Klingelnberg Group supports the worldwide VDMA campaign "Pro Original" by speaking for the indispensable need to protect original technologies and raising awareness for this fact in cooperation with the VDMA and its members.
The motto of the campaign is "Choose the Original - Choose Success" and focuses on the advantages of the utilization of original technologies, such as: Quality, innovation, efficiency, experience and safety.
The campaign aims at preventing violation of the copy rights, confirming existing customers in their buying behavior regarding original technologies and convincing new customers to do the same.
The campaign concentrates on a completely positive message. The gist of its messages is communicated by special logos and mottos which are also used by IKS Klingelnberg in an appropriate way.