Walter AG and Gebr. Heller Maschinenfabrik GmbH have embarked on a robust technology and development partnership, aiming to deliver integrated customer solutions within the machining industry. This collaborative endeavor is poised to test, optimize, and market products through a joint commitment to the sustainable development of machining processes.
The CEOs of these Baden-Württemberg-based entities are eagerly anticipating the close collaboration and express their confidence in the mutually beneficial nature of this strategic alliance. Thorsten Schmidt, HELLER’s CEO, highlights that Walter serves as an exceptional technology partner, bringing extensive tooling expertise and a wealth of machining experience to the collaboration. Walter’s provision of crucial tooling technology directly enhances productivity in metal cutting for HELLER’s customers. The collaborative strengths of both companies have played a pivotal role in cultivating a strong partnership in the domains of development and technology.
Christoph Geigges, President of Walter, shares a similar perspective, expressing that there are numerous opportunities in the collaboration with HELLER. He highlights HELLER’s expertise in configuring and machining diverse workpieces as a valuable asset. Coupled with Walter’s extensive range of cutting tools, the partnership aims to deliver an optimal package for customers. Geigges is particularly excited about the prospect of collaborating with HELLER on specific application projects, spanning components in the global automotive and aerospace industries, anticipating mutual benefits for all parties involved.
This collaboration marks a continuation of the strong partnership that the Tübingen-based company has maintained with HELLER for several years, both as a customer and supplier. Walter’s technology centers and production facilities already feature several HELLER machines, underlining the depth of their existing collaboration.
HELLER: Pioneering CNC Machine Tools
Founded in Nürtingen, Germany, in 1894, HELLER started as a small craft business and has evolved into a global force in the CNC machine tools and manufacturing systems sector. Presently boasting a workforce of over 2,600 employees (as of 31 December 2022), HELLER is dedicated to developing and producing state-of-the-art CNC machine tools for metal-cutting applications. With five production facilities strategically located in Europe, Asia, and North and South America, the company ensures a reliable supply to customers across diverse sectors. HELLER’s global presence is further solidified through its sales and service subsidiaries, along with qualified service partners.
The extensive HELLER product range encompasses 4-axis and 5-axis machining centers, mill/turn machining centers, special-purpose and process machines, as well as machines designed for crankshaft and camshaft machining, along with coating modules. Complementing this, HELLER offers a modular range of services and an expanded spectrum of solutions for the digitization and automation of production processes.
Mutually Beneficial Collaboration
The partnership between Walter and HELLER goes beyond a mere contractual agreement; it represents a shared vision for the advancement of machining technology. As Dr. Thorsten Schmidt emphasizes, the collaboration enables them to leverage Walter’s expertise in tooling technology, providing HELLER’s customers with a distinct advantage in metal cutting productivity. The amalgamation of HELLER’s prowess in setting up and machining diverse workpieces, coupled with Walter’s extensive array of cutting tools, creates an unparalleled offering for customers seeking comprehensive machining solutions.
Christoph Geigges emphasizes the global scope of this collaboration, envisioning collaborative application projects that span the automotive and aerospace industries worldwide. The prospect of combining forces on specific projects reflects an exciting development that is anticipated to yield benefits for all stakeholders involved.
Walter and HELLER: Long-Standing Partnership
Walter’s longstanding partnership with HELLER is underscored by the presence of HELLER machines in Walter’s technology centers and production facilities. This symbiotic relationship, cultivated over the years, serves as a testament to the reliability and effectiveness of their collaboration.
The technology and development partnership between Walter AG and Gebr. Heller Maschinenfabrik GmbH signifies a crucial moment in the machining industry. By pooling their expertise, these industry leaders are set to redefine standards and offer innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of customers across the globe. The collaborative spirit exemplified in this partnership is not only a testament to the strengths of each company but also a promising harbinger of advancements in machining technology.
