In ibb’s R&D lab, a high-speed cutter (2 mm diameter, 0.3 mm corner radius) coated with BALIQ TISINOS PRO was tested on a dedicated machine for roughing CoCr blanks using special test specimens to measure dimensional accuracy. When the results were compared to previous test data, the outcome was clear: with the same milling strategy, tool service life nearly doubled – or alternatively, the cutting depth could be doubled with an almost unchanged tool service life, effectively halving the roughing time.
Since spring 2024, ibb has used the new coating along with Oerlikon Balzers’ edge rounding service. “So far, we’ve received only positive feedback,” says Jonas Kleinau, ibb’s Head of Sales. “It’s a clear sign that staying close to customers continues to pay off. For us, that means we could even produce a small batch of two tools over the weekend,” adds Zikoll. Even packaging is considered: ibb has invested in producing entirely cardboard-based packaging to support its goal of climate-neutral tooling.
The dental prosthetics market continues to evolve, with more powerful milling machines becoming more popular – and ibb is already developing tools for them. “We’re glad to have access to Oerlikon Balzers’ comprehensive coating portfolio, which allows us to select the perfect solution for each application,” says Zikoll.
