Die casting

solutions.
Shaping the
future of mobility,
globally.

Innovations for a better world.

Die casting solutions.
Shaping the future of mobility, globally.

We are committed.
For your success.

Every die casting manufacturer has

individual needs. That’s why Bühler
strives to cater exactly to your specific
requirements and offers tailor-made
solutions for different industries.

The requirements of the automotive industry especially are

unique, demanding high quality standards. New trends are
emerging constantly, such as driverless cars and e-mobility.
Also, regulations are getting stricter, and the pressure to
reduce fuel consumption is ongoing.

Lightweight construction using efficient aluminum die casting

plays a key role in tackling these issues. Bühler is ready to
support the die casting industry – and you – through the up-
coming trends. Every second car uses light-alloy parts made
on Bühler machines. Bühler has already supplied more than
7,000 die casting systems to the global market. Nearly 1,000
foundries are relying on Bühler every day. Die casters around
the globe trust Bühler solutions to make parts for automo-
biles, motorcycles, ATVs, electronics and appliances.

Bühler’s know-how stems from more than 90 years in the

industry. In order to meet your requirements even better and
offer you a sustainable advantage in today’s competitive
marketplace the company invests up to 5 percent of its turn-
over in research and development.

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of e-mobility and light
weight design.
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Shaping the future of mobility, globally.

Bühler cell solutions.

Be ready for the future.

The Bühler Carat, Evolution and Ecoline S

series feature highly productive casting
cells. These integrated cells offer you a
one-stop solution, including equipment,
automation and service.

Complete die casting cell solutions form an essential basis for

all die casters who want to stay competitive. They combine
state-of-the-art technology with the best automation solutions,
specifically developed for the die casting process. Peripheral
equipment includes ladling devices, sprayers, robots, part-
marking units as well as a fully integrated vacuum systems.
The DataView control system redefines the human-machine
interface. Its intuitive touch-screen simplifies all activities
including machine setup, monitoring and diagnostics.

Integrated die casting cells help to optimize quality, productivity

and cycle time for an increased uptime at reduced costs. The
cells provide information about the process in real time and
are ready for an industry 4.0 environment.

Bühler puts your individual needs in the center of attention

and offers you customized solutions, integrated project
handling, top quality, fast response times, and global availa-
bility. Be it optimized production quality, minimized downtime,
higher cell efficiency, or a reduced cycle time that you are
looking for, Bühler will find the answer to your question and
provide the right solution for you.

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Shaping the future of mobility, globally.

A global presence for a local service.

And your investment protection.

Proximity is key. With an extensive global

service network Bühler is on the spot
immediately. Qualified specialists provide
hands-on support, knowing the regional
market requirements and the needs of die
casters. BuhlerPrince
(USA)
Bühler supports you in all stages of your investment: from
planning to startup and throughout the entire life cycle of your
equipment. The company believes in a strong local presence
and therefore operates 3 die casting production hubs,
3 revision hubs, 4 application and test centers as well as
92 service stations around the globe. Thanks to tailor-made
service offerings and in-depth understanding of local require-
ments Bühler can help you increase the overall productivity
of your systems at any time.

Excellence in customer service is Bühler’s top priority. That’s

why the technology and solutions provider continuously
launches initiatives to further reduce the reaction times to
your enquiries: unbureaucratic assistance, straight forward
communication and immediate support are guaranteed.
However, only the best people can deliver the best quality
and service – Bühler knows about the importance of constantly
investing in developing the skills of its employees. You can
count on full-range services performed by Bühler’s own
technicians located within close proximity to you.

Die Casting competence center

Bühler subsidiaries and service stations

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Shaping the future of mobility, globally.

Bühler Uzwil (Switzerland)

Bühler Wuxi
(China)

Bühler is represented in over 140

countries with more than 10,600
employees.

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Die casting solutions.
Shaping the future of mobility, globally.
All the service you need.
Drive your business forward.
Bühler supports you over the entire life cycle of your equipment – with
individual service and reliable support.
Engineering.
Based on your component data and your cell requirements,
Bühler’s engineering specialists will create casting cell layouts.
They will determine the required machine size, create an
optimal automation and finishing concept, including the robot
simulation. Additionally, the experts conduct a cycle time
analysis in order to point out your production figures and
manufacturing costs – engineering at its best, customized
solutions for you..
Training.
The success of your company and the performance of your
die casting cells depend on well-trained employees. Bühler
offers an extensive range of course programs around the
world where experts pass on their hands-on experience and
know-how. In addition, customized classes are provided
directly at your site – sharing expertise to master the future
successfully..
Process optimization.
Using their vast experience Bühler engineers analyze your
foundry and show you potential for improvement. The results
of realized process optimizations are impressive: when
manufacturing a motor block, for example, an OEE improvement
of 5 percent, based on a production of 200,000 units per
year, can easily lead to savings of more than 80,000 Euros
– an investment that pays off.
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Maintenance and technical support.
Service packages can be adjusted to your production
batches, thus preventing downtime, loss in production
efficiency or product quality. The packages range from
individual services to a complete outsourcing of maintenance.
To ensure a high uptime of your plant, a fast and reliable
technical repair service is available via Bühler Helpline – for
you – worldwide, 24/7..
Retrofits and revisions.
Buying a new machine isn’t always the best solution. With
specific upgrades and conversion kits, outdated machines
are able to perform to the current standards of technology
and efficiency. Whether it is a software upgrade, the integration
of additional functions or a complete overhaul, Bühler experts
will work with you to find the best way to remanufacture your
die casting machine – a cost-efficient alternative to new
investments..
Competence centers and test
facilities.
Bühler competence centers are equipped with complete die
casting cells and provide the perfect setting to test and
improve your products and processes. In-house laboratories,
including a CT scan, offer a broad range of analyses and
testing of different alloys, supporting you with latest
technology, expert knowledge and advice – never stop
improving your products and procedures.
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The highlight of our collaboration.
Your success story.
ŠKODA AUTO.
Thanks to the two largest die casting cells
ever installed in the Czech Republic,
ŠKODA AUTO has substantially increased
productivity.
ŠKODA AUTO made the decision to buy Bühler technology to
increase its capacity for engine blocks and gear housings.
Besides the need to be more productive they also chose
Bühler because of their well-known Swiss accuracy.
The project was quite challenging for the Bühler team since
they faced a very short delivery time as well as a tight time
frame for the installation and hand-over. When the technology
was delivered, Bühler could finish the commissioning of the
first cell within eleven weeks.
After the two Bühler Carat machines were put into operation,
ŠKODA AUTO improved its production capacity significantly.
It was planned to achieve a cycle time of 130 seconds with
these machines; currently, the cycle time is 125 seconds. In
cooperation with Bühler experts the team continues to work
on improvements to increase productivity even more.
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Zhejiang Huashuo
Technology Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Huashuo Technology Co., Ltd.
entered the die casting industry in 2006.
They invested in Bühler solutions to diffe-
rentiate themselves from the competition
and to offer the best quality.
Zhejiang Huashuo Technology Co., Ltd., based in Eastern
Chinese Ningbo, started its production of die cast automotive
parts in 2006. To set themselves apart they decided to focus
on maximum quality and reliability. “Everyone in the industry
knows that Bühler machines are the best. Of course, our
customers are well aware of that as well“, says Wang
Hongbioa, founder and owner of Huashuo. Today the enter-
prise generates more than 50% of its turnover with aluminum
parts which are delivered to renowned OEM suppliers.
After the initial investment in ten Ecoline machines in 2010,
Wang continues to choose Bühler equipment. Besides
Huashuo’s high quality standards, the long service life of the
die casting systems and the prompt Bühler customer service
were decisive arguments.

FCA US LLC Etobicoke Casting Plant.
Producing complex structural compo-
nents within the existing building led the
FCA US Etobicoke Casting Plant to
invest in Bühler.
FCA US chose Bühler for technology, functionality and world-
class customer service. The advanced controls on the Carat
machine delivered new capability to the plant. Andreas Bahr,
Tooling Engineering Manager: “What drove the decision to go
with the Carat was the programming capability and the
virtually unlimited modification capability of the shot profile.”
Beyond the technical advantages of the Carat, its hydraulic
clamping mechanism is far shorter than other machines with
similar locking force. This was important because these
machines were installed in an existing building with limited
space. Finally, Bühler supported the installation with local
service technicians and backup support from BuhlerPrince,
the North American location for Bühler in Holland, MI, USA.
The operations at the Etobicoke Casting Plant also profited
from the knowledge of the Bühler process engineers who
helped to decrease the cycle time by 20%. For Bahr the
cooperation with Bühler is really a perfect partnership.
Die casting solutions.
Shaping the future of mobility, globally.
Pierburg.
Bühler and Pierburg, respectively Rhein-
metall Automotive, are linked by a long-
standing partnership. Since 1982 the
Group has ordered 68 cold-chamber die
casting machines.
Since its beginnings more than 100 years ago, the company
Pierburg has ranked among the drivers of innovation in the
automotive industry. In 1986, the company was acquired by
the Rheinmetall Group and in 1998 it merged with Kolben-
schmidt to form today’s Rheinmetall Automotive AG.
For decades, the automotive supplier has placed great confi-
dence in Bühler. High-performance die casting cells,
competent and comprehensive technical support, and a
strong local customer service team have convinced the
Group to invest in Bühler technology over and over again.
Lutz Plasmeier, who is responsible for the plant technology
for Pierburg, as Senior Manager Industrial Engineering
Casting & Machining says: “Technologically the die casting
process with regulated shots from Bühler is unmatched. No
other company is able to achieve this level of reproducibility”.
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