The erosion specialist Sodick will once again be present at EMO Hannover this year. The world's leading trade fair for manufacturing technology will take place from September 22 to 26, 2025. At booth C59 in Hall 12, the company will showcase current solutions for automated erosion – from individual parts to series production. A Formula 3 car from Tim Tramnitz will serve as a highlight, symbolizing the connection to precision engineering in motorsport.
"We have consistently aligned our trade fair appearance with the requirements of modern manufacturing environments," says Salvatore Cocco, Vice President of Sodick Deutschland GmbH. "Our EDM machines and automation solutions can be seamlessly integrated and modularly expanded as needed. The focus is not on rigid full automation, but on a flexible system that can be sensibly adapted to existing structures."
Exhibited machines and automation solutions
At the Hannover Messe, Sodick presents a wide range of machines and automation modules designed for various requirements in the erosion and milling technology.
- ALC600G with the new 6-axis robot SDG.ProOne:
Automated wire EDM solution with patented wire rotation to improve surface quality and reduce wire consumption.
- ALC400P with the ITS-RSD42 axis:
High-precision wire EDM machine for applications with particularly tight tolerances.
- VN600Q with the ITS-RSD55 axis:
Versatile EDM machine for high machining speeds and precision with varying geometries.
- AD35L with SDG.HR50-6-axis robot:
Compact sinker EDM system with a robust structure and linear drive for fast and precise machining.
- AL60G with EROWA ERC80:
Sinker EDM machine with smart generator and automated workpiece and electrode handling.
- K3HS with the ITS-MA2-B-100 axis:
High-speed start hole drilling machine for multiple start holes during wire EDM or automated part manufacturing with automatic electrode feed for continuous processing with multiple electrodes – especially suitable for machining hard-to-cut materials such as carbide and heat-treated workpieces.
- ALC800G with the ITS-MA2-400 axis:
Compact and fully enclosed wire EDM machine for the highest precision and surface quality with a digital smart pulse generator and innovative linear technology for high cutting speeds and economical processing, especially of special metals.
- AP250L with the ITS-MS24 axis:
Wire EDM machine with oil bath for the highest precision and significantly improved positioning and machining accuracy due to the combination of linear motor drive and gantry structure, including the latest SWP control (Perfect Active Control) for simultaneous control of high-speed electrical discharge machining and axis movements.
- UX450L High-Speed Milling Machine:
For precise hard machining with linear drive in all axes, ideal for roughing and finishing in a single pass.
This selection demonstrates how Sodick combines machines with technologies from partner companies into integrated processing concepts. Also present at the booth are EROWA (ERC80), Fruitcore Robotics (SDG.ProOne + SDG.HR50), and ITS (multi-axis and spindle technology), showcasing their automation components and interface solutions for seamless manufacturing.
Innovation in Wire EDM: The ALC400P
iGroove+Technically in focus is the ALC400P iGroove+, which sets new standards in wire EDM with its patented iGroove technology. The controlled rotation of the wire during the finishing process improves surface quality and geometric precision. At the same time, wire consumption is reduced by up to 30 percent. The machine achieves a positioning accuracy of 1 micrometer and features a temperature-controlled table as well as enhanced temperature compensation. These characteristics are particularly important when manufacturing complex geometries with high dimensional accuracy.
EDM Automations for Production
Another focus is on modular automation solutions that can be easily adapted to existing production processes. The new SDG.ProOne 6-axis robot cell from Sodick, for example, offers a compact robotic solution for wire EDM in production. "Our automation concepts are designed to complement existing processes – not to replace them," emphasizes Salvatore Cocco. "They are manual,
"Partially automated or fully unmanned operable and thus support a variety of manufacturing strategies."
Energy efficiency and smart control
Sodick is also setting new standards in energy efficiency. The machines in the Plus series feature an integrated energy-saving management system with electronically controlled pumps and demand-oriented control. This reduces consumption by 20% without compromising processing quality. Additionally, the controls offer open interfaces for external automation components and support all functions required for a connected and secure manufacturing process. Practical relevance: motorsport and precision engineering A special highlight at the trade fair booth is the Formula 3 car of Tim Tramnitz from the Red Bull Racing Academy.
It symbolically represents the highest demands for precision, process stability, and technical reliability – qualities that are also crucial in industrial manufacturing. "At EMO, we want to showcase not only machines but also clearly demonstrate the contribution that modern manufacturing technologies in erosion can make today – whether in series production or in high-performance areas such as motorsport," explains Giuseppe Addelia, Managing Director of Sodick Deutschland GmbH.
Sodick at EMO in Hall 12, Stand C59
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