AMB Stuttgart 2026

BIMATEC SORALUCE presents itself live at AMB 2026:

The SORALUCE TRM35 multitask bed milling machine from the Productivity Line

At AMB 2026, Bimatec Soraluce will present a machine from its Productivity Line this year and demonstrate how customized projects can be realized using, among other things, automation and multitasking solutions.

The machine builder’s portfolio includes complex, tailor-made manufacturing solutions ranging from standard machines to highly customized systems with automation. Its milling, turning, and grinding machines for large-part machining are leaders in cutting technology. The company is also a pioneer in developing new technologies for efficient and optimized processes.

Close customer relationships are also reflected in the development of the multitasking line introduced by Bimatec Soraluce. The focus is on machine concepts that offer maximum flexibility in machining. The challenge lies in technically complex workpieces with tight tolerances that require multiple processes such as turning, milling, drilling, and threading. This results in extremely high machining accuracy and premium-quality workpieces, significantly reduced setup times, lower space requirements, reduced staffing needs, and further cost advantages due to fewer tools, clamping devices, and fixtures being required.

• As part of our premium solutions, the bed milling machines of the Productivity Line deliver high metal removal rates during roughing and high precision during finishing of large and highly complex workpieces.
• Soraluce multitask machines enable milling, turning, grinding, and gear cutting on a single machine. This increases versatility and ensures maximum efficiency.

SORALUCE TRM multitask bed milling

A standout feature of the SORALUCE TRM multitask bed milling machine is the continuously stepless T-type milling head with a 37 kW drive and a speed range of up to 6,000 rpm. Thanks to the T-function, the milling head transforms into a powerful multifunction head for milling, turning, and grinding—using the same tool interface. This enables automatic tool changes between milling and turning tools via a standard tool changer. Additionally, the main spindle is clamped during turning operations to prevent play and increase stability.

Smart Automation

Responding to growing demand for efficient, flexible production in complex, multi-reference environments, Soraluce presents its Smart Automated Solutions, developed to optimize productivity and reduce unproductive time across the entire manufacturing process.

Automation at this level goes beyond standard solutions. The firm’s systems are designed to accommodate large-scale components with tailored configurations adaptable to different part types and batch sizes. From single machines with CNC-integrated pallet control to advanced flexible cells coordinated by industrial PCs, every solution is customized for efficiency and real-world application.

The manufacturer’s palletizing systems stand out—engineered around the principles of precision, modularity, and adaptability. These systems streamline workflows, reduce changeover durations, and significantly boost overall plant productivity.

Further enhancing production agility, Soraluce have implemented centralized tool storage systems, operating in full integration with our proprietary tool management software. This interconnected setup enables shared tool access between machines, eliminates selection errors, reduces the need for duplicate tooling, and minimizes the space required for storage infrastructure. All tool automation processes are data-driven—guided by real-time production orders, delivery schedules, and tool availability—ensuring just-in-time manufacturing.

Driving this automation ecosystem is the Control System, a powerful software platform developed in-house by Soraluce Software Factory. Based on the innovative Job List concept, it provides complete integration of all manufacturing flow components: machines, parts, pallets, tools, CNC programs, fixtures, and operations. This unified system orchestrates the entire cell, maximizing productivity while enabling full traceability, process transparency, and seamless operation across every level of the production environment.

Customers and Bimatec Soraluce – a partnership of equals for over 35 years

Bimatec Soraluce has been in business for over 35 years and continues to place customers and machine operators at the center of all its technological developments. The goal is to create a machine that offers higher precision, improved efficiency, user-friendliness, ergonomics, and safety, while simultaneously reducing cycle times, downtime, and emissions. This gives customers the decisive competitive advantage that matters most.

“Our goal is to offer our customers customized products that provide the best technological solutions for their manufacturing needs. The Danobat Group’s strong innovative capabilities give us the best foundation for working closely with customers in our markets, understanding their needs, and meeting them with our products.”

Oliver Krause, Sales Director Bimatec Soraluce

Service throughout the entire machine lifecycle

The company also sets standards in service. A specialized team from the fields of mechanics, electronics, and application engineering is always available to support customers with expertise. In addition to a service hotline with teleservice, Bimatec Soraluce offers a regional service fleet as well as spare parts and milling head services.

The service hotline is available on working days in a shift system and on all weekends and public holidays throughout the year. The regional service fleet is still unique in the field of large-scale machining machines. With locally based service technicians and well-equipped service vehicles, 60% of issues are already resolved on the same day—providing competent immediate assistance 365 days a year.

Furthermore, Bimatec Soraluce maintains 73 exchange and rental milling heads and supplies customers within 24 hours with loan units and high-quality original parts. A unique aspect is that every rental milling head is fully inspected and overhauled after each use. This ensures that every customer receives a rental head with the same quality as their original, without any compromises. The experienced technology specialists at Bimatec Soraluce also support customers by analysing and evaluating their production and machining processes upon request and developing optimal cutting solutions for each specific application—always with a focus on increased precision, optimized processes, higher machine capacity, and reduced cycle times. Customers can also rely on Bimatec Soraluce’s experience and expertise when it comes to retrofitting, refurbishing, and modernizing older Soraluce machines.

For over 35 years, Bimatec Soraluce has been supporting its customers with expertise and passion. At its headquarters in Limburg an der Lahn, the company operates a state-of-the-art technology and demonstration center with an integrated training facility.

About Bimatec Soraluce

Bimatec Soraluce specializes in the development, manufacturing, servicing, and distribution of smart manufacturing solutions. Since its founding in 1991, the company has continuously refined its products and technologies: Soraluce currently offers a comprehensive range of milling, turning, and grinding machines, multitasking solutions, and automated systems with palletizing systems. An experienced team of experts analyses and evaluates customers’ production and machining processes and develops solutions to optimize these processes according to the required parameters of quality, efficiency, and cost. Over the years, it has become evident that 80% of customers consistently place their trust in Soraluce and invest in additional machines.

Innovation is Soraluce’s greatest strength. The company has pioneered many technologies that drive the machine tool industry forward and developed solutions that have all been patented: these include the DAS+ system (Dynamic Active Stabilizer), the modular quill change system, and the Ram Balance System (dynamic milling ram compensation).

Soraluce operates technology centers in Germany, Italy, the United States, China, and the United Kingdom. The company is part of the Danobatgroup, the machine tool division of the Mondragon Corporation, one of Europe’s largest corporate groups. The group operates its own research and development center, which has been in operation for more than 30 years and employs 120 engineers and 29 staff members with doctoral degrees. The Danobat Group offers one of the most comprehensive and competitive multi-technology machine portfolios on the market. It employs 1,300 people and generates revenue of 260 million euros. It places a special emphasis on innovation and invests approximately 8% of its revenue in research and development.

“For several years now, we have observed the steady decline in production capacity in Germany, but as a company, we cannot change the prevailing conditions of high energy prices, high unit labor costs, and overregulation.

With this knowledge and our more than 35 years of market experience, we have expanded our portfolio in recent years to offer our customers system solutions that, despite the aforementioned conditions, enable cost-effective and globally competitive production in Germany.

It is only through this realignment and the courage to embrace change that we have been able to increase our market share in recent years and report record order intake even during the now protracted economic crisis. We view this trust from our customers as a reward for our innovative strength.”

Thilo Borbonus, Managing Director / Shareholder Bimatec Soraluce

A 35-year company anniversary is an impressive milestone that stands for stability, commitment, and entrepreneurial success. For three and a half decades, the company has held its ground in the market, mastered changes, and continuously evolved. This anniversary is not only an opportunity to look back on past achievements, but also to thank all employees, partners, and customers for their loyalty and support.

Over the past 35 years, numerous challenges have been overcome and important successes celebrated. Innovation, quality, and a clear vision for the future have shaped the company and made it what it is today. In particular, the employees have played a decisive role in its growth through their dedication, expertise, and team spirit.

At the same time, the anniversary is a moment to look ahead. With a strong foundation, valuable experience, and new ideas, the company is ideally positioned for continued success in the future. The 35-year anniversary is therefore not only a reflection on a successful past, but also the beginning of a promising future.