Latest CNC technology: Vocational college Erkelenz revolutionized training!

Berufskolleg Erkelenz erhält neue CNC-Maschine zur Förderung technischer Ausbildung und Digitalisierung in Heinsberg.
Vocational college Erkelenz receives a new CNC machine to promote technical training and digitization in Heinsberg. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Latest CNC technology: Vocational college Erkelenz revolutionized training!

The Erkelenz vocational college will benefit from a state-of-the-art CNC-5-axis simultaneous milling machine in the future. This technology is part of a comprehensive project to improve training conditions in the region, which is supported with a funding of up to 486,787 euros from the European Fund for Regional Development (EFR) NRW 2021-2027. The focus is on the long -term securing and expansion of training positions in the technical area.

The project pursues the goal of intensifying cooperation with the employment agency, especially with regard to further and further education measures (FBW). Obviously, the new training content, which is promoted by innovative machine technology, will help the students to be optimally prepared for the challenges of the modern working world.

technological progress in CNC processing

The CNC 5-axis simultaneous milling machine enables the simultaneous processing of a component in five different levels, consisting of three axes of movement and two swivel axes. This large freedom of movement allows the processing of complex shaped workpieces such as turbocharger rotors in the automotive industry or decorative parts for the furniture industry made of materials such as aluminum, brass or polymer. Furthermore, applications in aerospace, such as rotors of jet engines, are also conceivable.

The advantages of this advanced processing technology are clear: by increased precision that enables workpieces to be processed from different perspectives, and increased production speed is significantly increased. The simultaneous milling machine is a key technology that supports and is necessary for digital and technological change in vocational training to meet the requirements of Industry 4.0.

Expansion of the training opportunities

In addition to the new machine, the workshop building of the vocational college is expanded. These measures ensure that the vocational college not only receives a modernized infrastructure, but also creates an optimal training environment. The integration of 5-axis processing technology in the curriculum is an essential step to ensure that the pupils are excellently prepared for the constantly changing requirements of the world of work.

The challenges associated with the operation of the new technology relate, among other things, to programming, selection of tools and the handling of vibrations. The quick development in the field of CNC technology therefore also requires specialized training offers.

For this purpose, programs such as the IHK certificate course are available for "industrial purchasing power for CNC technology (IHK)" that aim to help deepen their knowledge of CNC technology. The courses offer practical knowledge for multi -axis processing and prepare the participants for a more active role in the companies. With a total scope of 280 course hours that can take place part -time, the participants are offered a flexible learning structure.

Overall, the introduction of the new CNC-5-axis simultaneous milling machine at the Erkelenz vocational college represents significant progress. It not only helps to promote technological change, but also promote the spatial and content-related development of training institutions in the region. This gives an important step towards the training of specialists in industrial -relevant areas, which is ultimately of great importance for the future of the local economy.

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