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Competitive pressure in the mould and die sector is forcing Vogt AG to evolve. By using hard machining techniques, the company is significantly reducing its lead times. Tools from G\u00fchring play a decisive role in this process by offering innovative solutions for machining hardened steel. As a result, Vogt has managed to shorten its manufacturing processes by three weeks while improving the quality and accuracy of the manufactured parts.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ module_class=”gue-page-header” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/guehring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/GUE_blog-vogt-success-story.jpg” alt=”Mitarbeitende von G\u00fchring und vonn Vogt unterhalten sich \u00fcber ein Werkzeug” title_text=”Mitarbeitende von G\u00fchring und vonn Vogt unterhalten sich \u00fcber ein Werkzeug” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Speed is important in all industries, but the competitive pressure and thus the time pressure are especially great in mould and die<\/a>. Vogt AG Verbindungstechnik, which specialises in the manufacture of punched and plastic parts as well as fine tube and wire articles for the electrical industry, is experiencing this too. The company produces over two billion parts a year in Lostorf, Switzerland (canton of Solothurn), including standard items and custom-made products.<\/p>\n Vogt AG also manufactures the injection moulding tools and fixtures for the production of these articles within its own toolmaking \u2013 at least in part. Previously, all components were soft-machined, then externally hardened and finally finished at Vogt AG. However, this approach led to very long throughput times. \u201cOur main goal was to shorten this throughput time and reduce the effort involved in reworking\u201d, explains Ronny Herrmann, who heads toolmaking at Vogt AG.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ module_class=”gue-quotebox-3col-column” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb alt=”Philipp Kunze” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/guehring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/GUE_website-pikto_zitat.svg” global_colors_info=”{}”]\u201cOur main goal was to shorten this lead time and reduce postprocessing effort.\u201d<\/p>\n Ronny Herrmann<\/strong> His vision is to make everything \u2013 from the hardened blank to the finished injection moulding tool \u2013 in-house and in one process step. This would save the company weeks in toolmaking and enable them to start producing the actual products sooner. \u201cIf the complete machining is done as hard machining, this is a higher expense, but the processing times are shortened overall\u201d, says Rolf Ehler, Product Manager for Milling Tools at G\u00fchring.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ module_class=”gue-row-vertical-aligned-content gue-row-2col-image-text” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/guehring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/GUE_fraeser-spaene.jpg” alt=”G\u00fchring-Fr\u00e4ser bei der Bearbeitung” title_text=”G\u00fchring-Fr\u00e4ser bei der Bearbeitung” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vogt AG is perfectly equipped for this with a modern 5-axis milling centre and automation. But turning a hardened steel block with a hardness of 54 HRC into a finished mould insert for an injection moulding tool is only possible with high-performance tools. So when Ronny Herrmann learned from his G\u00fchring sales representative about the new G-Mould range \u2013 a milling cutter range specially for mould making \u2013 he was all ears. The new tool range has been specially designed for applications in tool and mould making and offers innovative solutions especially for hard machining.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n G\u00fchring does not only supply the right tools for this purpose, but also always a functioning process including cutting data. Rolf Ehrler and Ronny Herrmann put together all the necessary tools for machining and discussed the machining strategy and possible problems during the production of the mould insert. For example, the machinists faced challenges with two deep drilled holes with an eight-millimeter diameter and a depth of 137 millimeters as well as several deep and narrow cavities.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ module_class=”gue-row-vertical-aligned-content gue-row-2col-image-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/guehring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/GUE_g-mold-65-u-6944.jpg” alt=”G\u00fchring Schruppfr\u00e4ser G-Mold 65 U” title_text=”G\u00fchring Schruppfr\u00e4ser G-Mold 65 U” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vogt AG relies on a milling cutter from the new G\u00fchring mould making tool range for roughing the pockets and slots in the form insert: The G-Mold 65 U solid carbide end mill is the perfect choice for this type of component with hardnesses up to 65 HRC and is used here in the 12 cm diameter design. Even deep and narrow cavities are no problem for the four-fluted ratio end mill, which has a neck clearance. It also gives Vogt AG a real time advantage, as the tool is particularly suitable for dynamic GTC milling with low lateral infeed. Its special flute profile with a strong core increases stability, while a particularly hard Signum coating ensures temperatureresistant performance and longer tool lives.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Application example G-Mold 65 U” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Tool: G-Mold 65 U, Art-Nr.: 6944 12,000 [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n G-Mold 65 U in the online shop<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ module_class=”gue-row-vertical-aligned-content gue-row-2col-image-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/guehring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/GUE_einlippenbohrer-eb-100-m-nahaufnahme.jpg” alt=”Nahaufnahme eines Einlippentieflochbohrers EB 100 M” title_text=”Nahaufnahme eines Einlippentieflochbohrers EB 100 M” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The cooling holes in the form insert are made precisely with the EB 100 single-fluted gun drill<\/a> with a diameter of eight millimeters. The powerful tool effortlessly masters this drilling process to the desired depth of 137 mm and is characterised by particularly tight drilling tolerances. This performance results from the optimal combination of carbide, geometry and the high-quality SuperA coating, making the drill ideal for demanding hard machining. The solid carbide design of the EB 100 reduces tool vibration while ensuring excellent stability during the drilling process. The brazed version of the EB 100 offers outstanding concentricity values.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Application example EB 100″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Tool: Solid carbide deep hole drill EB 100, Art. No.: 5638 8,0 flute length 160 mm [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]EB 100 in the online shop<\/strong><\/a>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n G\u00fchring tools were also used for milling the M6 fastening threads and for hard reaming. These tools had very long tool lives and surface finishes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n By manufacturing its tools and moulds in hard machining now, Vogt AG was able to significantly reduce the throughput time and thus shortened the process by as much as three weeks. In addition, there are no entire process steps, such as grinding in reworking. The time saving in subsequent, cost-intensive process steps is also particularly relevant. This means that the effort required for countersink eroding is significantly lower, because G\u00fchring tools enable pre-milling close to the contour during hard machining. Thanks to G\u00fchring, Vogt was even able to improve the quality and accuracy of the component \u2013 an important aspect, because only a perfectly manufactured mould insert can ultimately produce high-quality products. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ module_class=”gue-row-vertical-aligned-content gue-row-2col-image-text” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/guehring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/GUE_gespraech-vogt.jpg” alt=”Gespr\u00e4chssituation zwischen Mitarbeitenden von G\u00fchring und Vogt” title_text=”Gespr\u00e4chssituation zwischen Mitarbeitenden von G\u00fchring und Vogt” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text module_class=”gue-caption” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Explaining the process together: Albert Kodraj (G\u00fchring) and Ronny Hermann (Vogt)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For Ronny Herrmann, the hard milling pilot project fully met all expectations, and one thing is clear to him: \u201cHard machining will be expanded even further in the future, and G\u00fchring will continue to be our partner in tool procurement.\u201d The project showed that \u201cas a tool manufacturer with a great deal of expertise, G\u00fchring also offers solutions for problems one does not encounter everyday.\u201d<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Technical advice and support are also available quickly and directly via our service hotline 00800 2607 2607<\/a>. 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\nVogt AG[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=”gue-row-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nTable of contents<\/h2>\n
\nTop tools for hard machining<\/a>
\nProcess cut by three weeks<\/a>\n<\/div>\nFrom the steel block to form insert<\/h2>\n
Top tools for hard machining<\/h2>\n
\nMaterial: Hardened steel (1.2347), 54 HRC<\/p>\n\n
\nMaterial: Hardened steel (1.2347), 52-54 HRC<\/p>\n\n
Process cut by three weeks<\/h2>\n
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