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ToolNews No. 569
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Because knowledge is the most important tool
If something needs to be glued, screwed or machined, tools and solutions from Brütsch/Rüegger Tools are your first choice. But we don't just provide professionals with the products they need, we also keep their expertise up to date with our seminars and workshops.
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An association reinvents itself
The Zurich section of the Swissmechanic association represents the interests of local mechanical, electrical and metal companies. And since change is affecting the technical and mechanical industry, the association is adopting change as well. The goal is to achieve closer alignment with SMEs.
ToolNews No. 568
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From tool dealer to premium partner for medical technology
Medical technology is characterised by the utmost precision, the highest quality standards and great regulatory pressure. Brütsch/Rüegger Tools offers smart solutions to support companies in this sector and save resources.
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"We produce products that are implemented in clinical environments"
Cendres+Métaux SA has its roots in the watchmaking industry, but is also a Swiss pioneer in the field of medical technology. Our interview illustrates just how stringent the demands are in this sector.
ToolNews No. 567
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The best professionals in the world compete against one another
The global professional elite face off in competition at "WorldSkills". We spoke to two young talents who are taking part in the field of CNC milling/turning — and are using tools from Brütsch/Rüegger Tools to do so.
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Young talent plays a key role at Hilti
With high-quality products and clever system solutions, Hilti AG makes it easier to work safely on site. To make this possible in the future, young talent that can be actively supported and developed is in demand.
ToolNews No. 566
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24 billion per year! Lowering the costs of illness and accidents
Lost employee days cost Swiss companies more than CHF 30 billion per year. In 2019, 77% of these losses—around CHF 24 billion—was attributable to illness and accident costs alone. Helping to solve this problem is the LEA (Learning Centre for Ergonomics and Workplace Design), which is currently celebrating its 20-year anniversary.
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CIP — "Workshop of the Future" relies on Hive Digital Suite
"AtelierDéfi" is a networked microtechnology ecosystem based on Industry 4.0 technology from Brütsch/Rüegger Tools. Our digitalisation specialists took the lead role in setting up this demonstration workshop at the CIP education centre.
ToolNews No. 565
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Want to work healthier, faster and cheaper? It's all about ergonomics
The right posture makes things easier — literally: When you set up your workplace in an ergonomic way, you work more efficiently and healthier. In this edition of ToolNews, we will use specific examples to show you just how this works and how ergonomics can even save companies money.
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SIAMS — Back with a bang
Finally, we were able to play to one of our proven strengths again — face-to-face customer advice. At SIAMS, Brütsch/Rüegger Tools demonstrated an incredible series of highlights for microtechnology, which were received with enormous enthusiasm.
ToolNews No. 564
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4 facts about why our chemistry works
Anyone who purchases chemical products from Brütsch/Rüegger Tools benefits from a package with complete peace of mind: In addition to offering maximum safety in line with the latest legislation, we provide important expertise and offer individual support to ensure that our chemistry solutions work for you.
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Sauber Motorsport AG – Fresh air for C42
Aerodynamics are decisive factors in Formula 1 that determine vital hundredths of a second and also largely determine the car's design. Interesting new regulations have been the driving factor behind new airflows this season.
ToolNews No. 563
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Four benefits of FUTURO connected for more efficient processes and transparency
Are you ready for a digital working environment? FUTURO connected tools certainly are. The tools, measuring and testing equipment from this series can be fully integrated in Industry 4.0 environments.
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Setting the course for the future
Maximum precision is essential in watchmaking. Crowns, screws, pins and axles must fit exactly so that the final product functions with absolute reliability later on. It is precisely these components that are manufactured for the watchmaking industry at Microdec SA in the Swiss canton of Jura.
ToolNews No. 562
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Five ways to free yourself from the operating cost trap
Whether personal protective equipment, consumables or office supplies: The versatile TwistPro vending machine makes everyday life easier and reduces your management costs.
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Maag Pump Systems AG — exemplary operation for impeccable hygiene
With the TwistPro, Maag Pump Systems AG has once again proven itself to be a pioneer in the field of personal protective equipment. Read about how the highly successful company uses the spiral vending machine here.
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145-jähriges Unternehmen geht gemeinsamen Weg mit Start-up
Um Fertigungsbetriebe bei der Digitalisierung und Integration von Softwaresystemen noch umfassender zu unterstützen, intensiviert Brütsch/Rüegger Tools die seit mehreren Jahren bestehende Zusammenarbeit mit der Firma Stemys SA aus Delémont.
ToolNews No. 561
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Four tips for optimising your production processes
Brütsch/Rüegger Tools not only supplies tools, but also ensures that they can be put to optimal use. Our field-proven expertise helps you get the most out of your production environment.
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How Feintool became a top automotive supplier
Feintool has become a first-class system supplier to the global automotive industry. How has the company managed this? Through having a keen eye for detecting new markets, gradually developing specialist expertise and consistently driving innovation.
ToolNews No. 560
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5 great reasons why we should handle your exports
Customs formalities are an administrative burden even for Swiss companies who send regular shipments to their sites overseas. Read more to find out how you can benefit from our unique range of export services.
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Burckhardt Compression — World leader in compressing gases
Burckhardt Compression builds reciprocating compressor systems of unrivalled quality. The strongest compressor built by the Winterthur-based company compresses at a final pressure of up to 3'500 bar and requires a motor with the power of a jumbo jet.
ToolNews No. 559
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5 steps to maximum efficiency
Are increasing productivity and training staff mutually exclusive? How do you build up employees in unstable economic conditions? You need to know these staff strategies.
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Swissmem Academy — the career boosters of Switzerland!
How do you pack five years of training into one year? Read about the more than 80 trainers making a significant contribution to the success of the Swiss MEM industry this year, with a total of 45,000 lessons.
ToolNews No. 558
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Proven a hundred times over
Well over 100 customers from Germany and abroad manage their tools, measuring devices and operating equipment using the ToolBox system.
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The Swiss are building the first electric racing aircraft
Pie Aeronefs SA is revolutionising aviation with a purely electric racing aircraft, which is soon expected to break a record.
ToolNews No. 557
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We also develop software!
Find out why we decided to jump on the digital bandwagon 20 years ago. Gain an insight into how our Industrial Solutions team works and find out more about our latest tools for your workshop.
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Micro-drilling as thin as baby hair
Micro-drilling at the finest level is just one of the many specialities of Andres AG. Find out more about the Solothurn-based plain turning specialists with extensive expertise on implants and materials that are difficult to machine.
ToolNews No. 556
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A world where everything can be measured
The switch from analogue to digital measurement technology offers companies the opportunity to use production data and optimise processes. Brütsch/Rüegger Tools knows how to combine these two worlds together profitably and helps customers to achieve the same.
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Measurement technology seminars — engaging the next generation
Brütsch/Rüegger Tools works with Rapperswil-Jona Vocational and Advanced Training Centre to organise practical measurement technology seminars. These seminars provide young people going into technical professions with hands-on experience of the tools and measuring equipment presented.
ToolNews No. 555
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Personal protective equipment: Don't forget old risks
Compliance with coronavirus protection measures can quickly lead to established workshop risks such as flying chips being forgotten. Read here about the latest trends in personal protective equipment, which also meet the demands of everyday digital life.
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A dedicated ESB supplier
From a local décolletage business to an medical technology exporter — the range of customers supplied by Brütsch/Rüegger Tools is massive. But social institutions also benefit from a single supplier that can deliver a full range of tools.
ToolNews No. 554
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Optimising production costs – where does it make sense?
Did you know that the greatest savings potential still lies in the planning and design of machining processes?
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Trisa – a brush to get your teeth into
Who hasn't heard of the Trisa toothbrush? We take a look behind the scenes of the traditional Swiss family business.
ToolNews No. 553
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For the best tools and moulds
Standard parts: Brütsch/Rüegger Tools shows that even a range of products put together over years can continue to be perfected by responding to three trends.
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Ypsomed – innovation for infusion and injection
Ypsomed is a global leader in developing injection and infusion systems for self-medication. A Swiss company with great potential.
ToolNews No. 552
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Digital quality control at every level
Data-based optimisation can be used to improve a variety of processes in manufacturing companies. Find out more about its enormous potential and seamless implementation here.
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Tectri SA – high precision guaranteed
Discover how this family-owned company based in the Bernese Jura digitally optimises the production of high-tech components for medical, dental and microtechnology.
ToolNews No. 551
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Lean management – now more than ever!
Looking back over the last 15 years, there has never been a better time to optimise processes and eliminate waste than now.
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BIBUS AG – The system specialist with dynamic
Generating, accelerating, decelerating, measuring, controlling and monitoring forces - Bibus offers much more than a wide range of components.
ToolNews No. 550
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Swissmechanic – "We must not lose confidence"
Where does the Swiss MEM industry stand? The president of the association was available to the ToolNews editorial team for an exclusive interview.
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SEPO AG – Programming and precision are fun
The company in Bad Ragaz has developed from a fishing store into a manufacturer of high-quality components for respiratory equipment.