
Seoul Machine Tool Exhibition in South Korea
SIMTOS is the English name of the Seoul Machine Tool Exhibition in South Korea. It is hosted by the Korea Machine Tool Manufacturers Association and held every two years, aiming to showcase machine tools and related technical equipment.
Diverse exhibits: Covering the entire industrial chain, fully showcasing the industry’s charm
Metal-cutting machine tools: In the metal-cutting machine tool exhibition area, all kinds of advanced equipment will be gathered. With the advantages of high precision and high automation, CNC lathes can perform precise turning processing on rotary parts and are widely used in manufacturing fields such as automotive parts and aerospace. The machining center can complete multiple processing procedures in a single clamping, greatly improving production efficiency and processing accuracy, and is suitable for the manufacturing of complex parts. Milling machines can perform milling operations on planes, grooves, curved surfaces, etc., meeting the processing requirements of parts of different shapes. Drilling machines and boring machines respectively focus on drilling and boring operations to ensure the precision and positional accuracy of holes. Grinding machines are used to grind the surface of workpieces, improving surface quality and precision, and are indispensable in precision mechanical manufacturing. In addition, there are advanced ultra-precision machine tools, whose processing accuracy can reach the micrometer or even nanometer level, providing key equipment for the manufacturing of high-end products such as optical lenses and semiconductor chips.
Metal forming machine tools: The metal forming machine tool area is also full of highlights. The press machine, through powerful pressure, stamping metal sheets into various shapes and is an important equipment for the production of car bodies, electronic device shells, etc. Forging presses apply pressure to metal billets, causing them to undergo plastic deformation and produce high-strength mechanical parts. They are often used in the manufacturing of key components such as aero engine blades and crankshafts. Shearing machines can precisely cut metal plates, providing raw materials of appropriate sizes for subsequent processing. Bending machines can bend plates at specific angles and are widely used in the manufacturing of products such as chassis and cabinets. Wire forming machines are dedicated to processing metal wires into various shaped components, such as springs and clothes hangers. The continuous innovation and upgrading of these devices have promoted the development of metal forming processes, enhancing production efficiency and product quality.
Special processing machine tools and specialized Equipment: The special processing machine Tools and specialized Equipment exhibition area will showcase a series of cutting-edge technologies and equipment. Electrical discharge forming machines and electrical discharge wire cutting machines utilize the principle of discharge corrosion to precisely process high-hardness and high-melting-point metal materials, manufacturing molds and components with complex shapes. Electrolytic machining removes metal materials through electrochemical corrosion and is suitable for processing parts with complex shapes and high precision requirements. Water jet cutting machines, plasma cutting machines and laser cutting machines are widely used in metal processing due to their high precision, high speed and good cutting surface quality. Engraving machines and milling machines can perform fine engraving and milling operations on metal materials and are often used to manufacture handicrafts, molds, etc. In addition, there are specialized equipment for specific industries or processes, such as dedicated equipment for automotive parts manufacturing and 3C product processing, to meet the special processing requirements of different fields.
Automation and Robotics Technology: With the rapid development of intelligent manufacturing, the Automation and Robotics Technology exhibition area has attracted much attention. The application of industrial robots in the field of machine tools is becoming increasingly widespread. They can undertake repetitive tasks such as material handling, loading and unloading, and processing assistance, improving production efficiency and product quality. Automated production lines can achieve a fully automated production process from raw materials to finished products, significantly reducing manual intervention and enhancing the stability and consistency of production. Flexible manufacturing systems can quickly adjust production processes in response to changes in production tasks, achieving efficient production of multiple varieties and small batches. In addition, there is an automated warehousing and logistics system, which realizes the automated storage, transportation and distribution of materials, and improves the efficiency of enterprise production logistics. In this exhibition area, visitors can also see advanced robot control technology, sensor technology and the application of artificial intelligence in the field of automation, and experience the transformation brought about by intelligent manufacturing.
Tools and accessories: Tools and accessories are indispensable parts in machine tool processing. In this exhibition area, various cutting tools will be on display, such as high-speed steel tools, cemented carbide tools, ceramic tools, diamond tools, etc. With their excellent cutting performance, they play a key role in different materials and processing techniques. Tool holders, tool clamps and other tool holding systems can achieve rapid tool change and precise positioning, improving processing efficiency and accuracy. Measuring tools and instruments are used to measure the size, shape and positional accuracy of workpieces to ensure that product quality meets requirements. In addition, there are various accessories of the machine tool, such as the cooling system, lubrication system, chip removal device, etc., which provide guarantees for the normal operation and efficient processing of the machine tool. The innovative development of tools and accessories is of great significance for enhancing the processing performance and quality of machine tools.
Components and Materials: The Components and Materials exhibition area will showcase a wide range of components and materials required for machine tool manufacturing. The core components of machine tools, such as spindles, lead screws, and guide rails, their quality and performance directly affect the accuracy and stability of the machine tools. At the exhibition, visitors can see high-precision spindles produced with advanced manufacturing processes and materials, which can achieve high-speed and stable rotation. High-precision lead screws and guide rails ensure the accuracy and smoothness of the machine tool’s movement. At the same time, various machine tool castings, sheet metal parts and other components will also be displayed. In terms of materials, in addition to traditional metallic materials, new composite materials, high-performance alloy materials, etc. will also be presented. These materials feature high strength, lightweight, corrosion resistance and other characteristics, providing more options for the design and manufacture of machine tools and helping to enhance the overall performance and service life of machine tools.
CAD/CAM and Software Systems: The CAD/CAM and Software Systems exhibition area will showcase the application achievements of digital technology in the machine tool industry. CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software can help engineers quickly and accurately design models of machine tool components and products. Through functions such as 3D modeling and virtual assembly, it can improve design efficiency and quality. CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) software converts design models into executable processing codes for machine tools, achieving automated processing programming. In addition, there are production management software such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Manufacturing Execution systems (MES) systems, which can effectively manage and monitor the production resources and processes of enterprises, improving the efficiency and management level of enterprise production and operation. In this exhibition area, visitors can also learn about advanced numerical control system software, which features intelligent control, fault diagnosis, remote monitoring and other functions, providing support for the intelligent development of machine tools.
Measurement and inspection equipment: Measurement and inspection equipment is crucial for ensuring product quality. In this exhibition area, various high-precision measuring instruments and testing equipment will be on display. The three-coordinate measuring machine can precisely measure the three-dimensional dimensions of workpieces and is widely used in fields such as mechanical manufacturing and automotive parts inspection. Laser interferometers are used to measure parameters such as the positioning accuracy, straightness and perpendicularity of machine tools, providing a basis for the precision adjustment and maintenance of machine tools. The surface roughness meter can detect the roughness of the workpiece surface and evaluate the surface quality. In addition, there are non-destructive testing equipment such as ultrasonic flaw detectors and X-ray flaw detectors, which are used to detect internal defects in workpieces to ensure the safety and reliability of the products. The continuous development of these measuring and inspection devices has provided the manufacturing industry with more reliable means of quality assurance

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