兩年前，漢特曼Handtmann 為一項(xiàng)創(chuàng)新的壓鑄工藝發(fā)出了啟動信號，并為此投入了數(shù)百萬資金。奠基儀式大約一年半后，即2024年10月25日，在新的超大型壓鑄機(jī)上首次鑄造出了一系列零件。

 

漢特曼Handtmann 公司總部位于德國比伯拉赫/里斯，是歐洲最大的家族式輕金屬鑄造企業(yè)，在全球擁有五個(gè)生產(chǎn)基地，分別位于德國、斯洛伐克和中國。

 

超大型壓鑄通常指的是鑄造非常大的金屬零件，其生產(chǎn)需要特殊的鑄造技術(shù)和設(shè)備。在國際上，超大型一體化壓鑄已成為一項(xiàng)新興技術(shù)，尤其是在中國和美國。壓鑄工藝有潛力徹底改變汽車制造流程。

 

漢特曼Handtmann 通過成功調(diào)試 布勒Bühler AG 提供的、具有 61,000千牛夾緊力和高達(dá)128公斤鋁料容量的擴(kuò)展型 Carat 610壓鑄設(shè)備，開始生產(chǎn)大型結(jié)構(gòu)件。

 

例如，可以生產(chǎn)長達(dá)兩米的大型電池殼或車架，用于電動汽車。甚至汽車的整個(gè)前部或后部都可以一次性鑄造而成。漢特曼Handtmann 已與德國汽車制造商啟動了首批項(xiàng)目。

 

通過這項(xiàng)投資，漢特曼Handtmann 展示了其企業(yè)精神和創(chuàng)新導(dǎo)向。超大型壓鑄是漢特曼Handtmann 支持客戶轉(zhuǎn)型戰(zhàn)略的重要組成部分，并有意在比伯拉赫總部建立，以加強(qiáng)德國汽車工業(yè)的競爭力。投資新流程和技術(shù)是德國和歐洲確保長期增長、創(chuàng)新和競爭力的關(guān)鍵。

 

超大型壓鑄將使?jié)h特曼Handtmann 能夠進(jìn)入新的產(chǎn)品領(lǐng)域。漢特曼Handtmann 將繼續(xù)提升其競爭力，并憑借 150 多年的經(jīng)驗(yàn)，重新定位為可靠的壓鑄商和開發(fā)合作伙伴。

 

 

Dirk Seckler（輕金屬鑄造部門銷售和技術(shù)發(fā)展總經(jīng)理）表示：“我們很早就意識到，必須從純粹的‘按圖制造’轉(zhuǎn)變?yōu)閯?chuàng)新和解決方案提供商。這也包括通過創(chuàng)新積極塑造轉(zhuǎn)型。通過進(jìn)入超大型壓鑄領(lǐng)域，漢特曼Handtmann 正在發(fā)揮先驅(qū)作用。我們是汽車行業(yè)轉(zhuǎn)型中客戶的有力合作伙伴。”

 

為了調(diào)試新的超大型壓鑄工廠，對整個(gè)鑄造單元以及生產(chǎn)和上下游流程進(jìn)行了重新調(diào)整和優(yōu)化協(xié)調(diào)。這是實(shí)現(xiàn)高效生產(chǎn)的基本前提。

 

Heiko Pfeiffer（輕金屬鑄造部門生產(chǎn)總經(jīng)理）表示：“超大型壓鑄機(jī)在汽車行業(yè)的引入標(biāo)志著車輛生產(chǎn)的一個(gè)轉(zhuǎn)折點(diǎn)。能夠一次性鑄造出大型且復(fù)雜的結(jié)構(gòu)件，使我們能夠縮短生產(chǎn)時(shí)間、提高材料利用率并增強(qiáng)車輛的結(jié)構(gòu)完整性。巨型鑄造是現(xiàn)代生產(chǎn)過程中創(chuàng)新和競爭優(yōu)勢的關(guān)鍵驅(qū)動力。”

 

本文來自漢特曼集團(tuán)，中文翻譯由《壓鑄周刊》編譯整理

原文（英文版）：

 

HANDTMANN STARTS MEGACASTING AT ITS BIBERACH SITE

 

Handtmann is the first European tier-1 to invest in the emerging technology

 

Two years ago, the starting signal was given for the innovative die casting process, in which Handtmann has invested millions. About a year and a half after the groundbreaking ceremony, a series part was cast for the first time on the new megacasting machine on October 25, 2024.

 

Handtmann, headquartered in Biberach/Riss, is the largest family-run light metal foundry in Europe, with five production sites worldwide in Germany, Slovakia and China.

 

Megacasting typically refers to the casting of very large metal parts, the production of which requires special casting techniques and machines. Internationally, megacasting is already an emerging technology, particularly in China and the USA. The die casting process has the potential to revolutionize the automotive manufacturing process.

 

Handtmann is entering the production of large structural parts with the successful commissioning of a Carat 610 extended from Bühler AG with a clamping force of 61,000 kN and a shot weight of up to 128 kg of aluminum.

 

For example, large battery casings or frames up to two meters long can be produced in aluminum for electric vehicles. Even complete front or rear sections of a car can be cast in a single piece. Handtmann has already launched the first projects with German carmakers.

 

With this investment, Handtmann is demonstrating its entrepreneurial spirit and innovative orientation. Megacasting is an important component of the Handtmann strategy for supporting its customers in the transformation and is deliberately being established at the headquarters in Biberach in order to strengthen the competitiveness of the German automotive industry. Investments in new processes and technologies are the key to ensuring long-term growth, innovation and competitiveness in Germany and Europe.

 

Megacasting will enable Handtmann to enter new product areas. Handtmann will continue to increase its competitiveness and reposition itself as a reliable die caster and development partner with over 150 years of experience.

 

Dirk Seckler (Managing Director Sales and Technical Development, Light Metal Casting division): “We recognized early on that we have to transform ourselves from a pure ‘built-to-print’ to an innovative competence and solution provider. This also includes actively shaping the transformation through innovation. By entering the megacasting, Handtmann is taking on a pioneering role. We are the competent partner for our customers in the transformation of the automotive industry.”

 

To commission the new megacasting plant, the complete casting cell and the upstream and downstream processes in production were realigned and optimally coordinated. This is a basic prerequisite for implementing efficient production.

 

Heiko Pfeiffer (Managing Director Production, Light Metal Casting Division): “The introduction of megacasting in the automotive industry marks a turning point in vehicle production. The ability to produce large and complex structural components in a single casting allows us to shorten production time, improve material efficiency and increase the structural integrity of vehicles. Megacasting is a key driver of innovation and competitive advantage in modern production processes.”