Insufficient stability – this was a fact increasingly associated with the VDI system in recent years. As a result, block tools were preferred every more frequently, although the VDI tools still offer a greater diversity and flexibility.

That's how the next step appeared to be obvious: combining the best of both systems. In cooperation with DMG, we developed the EWS ProLine system in order to fully utilize the potential of new lathes. While EWS ProLine features a conventional VDI shank, it can be optionally mounted to the turret using four screws.

For instance, the flexibility of the VDI system can be utilized for lighter machining, and the stability properties of block tools can be utilized for heavy cutting. The angular position of the radial tools is ensured through Trifix®, the alignment system from EWS.