To enhance strategic cooperation between Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) and Guhring Vietnam, the inauguration ceremony of the Guhring Cutting Tool Laboratory, sponsored by Guhring Vietnam, was held on the morning of July 25, 2025, at the E1 Building Lobby – Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, HCMUTE.

This laboratory is the result of a close and long-standing partnership between HCMUTE and Guhring Vietnam, reflecting a strong commitment to jointly training high-quality technical human resources. More than just a modern practical training space for mechanical engineering students, the laboratory exemplifies HCMUTE’s strategic direction of aligning training with real-world industry demands.

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Attending the ceremony were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Truong Nguyen Luan Vu, Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at HCMUTE; leaders from various faculties and departments; and lecturers of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. From Guhring Vietnam, Mr. Andreas Goette, General Director, was joined by the company’s technical management team.

The laboratory is equipped with modern training facilities, enabling students to gain hands-on experience with advanced machining technologies that meet international standards. Equipment includes milling cutters, turning tools, drills, reamers, and specialized measuring instruments, suitable for practicing with various materials and machining processes. Guhring’s state-of-the-art precision tool technologies and tool management software are also integrated, allowing students to familiarize themselves with smart manufacturing trends and optimize machining efficiency. Additionally, the system supports cutting parameter analysis and tool performance evaluation, enabling learners to assess machining quality, identify deviations, and propose professional-level solutions.

HCMUTE Presenting Flowers and Souvenirs to Guhring Vietnam

In his opening speech, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Truong Nguyen Luan Vu expressed heartfelt gratitude, stating:

“We sincerely thank the company for sponsoring several laboratories and providing modern equipment and learning tools to support teaching and research. This support is incredibly meaningful for the university. These laboratories play a vital role in our development and significantly enhance effective collaboration between the university and the business sector. Especially through these labs, we can train generations of high-quality engineers who meet the increasing demands of society and the job market.”

Remarks by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Truong Nguyen Luan Vu

Speaking at the event, Mr. Andreas Goette, General Director of Guhring Vietnam, expressed his honor in collaborating with HCMUTE to build a training environment closely aligned with production realities. He emphasized that Vietnam is playing an increasingly important role in Guhring’s technology development and supply chain in Asia. To support this vision, Guhring Vietnam has sponsored modern laboratories to give students direct access to precision cutting tool technologies, advanced programming software, and internationally standardized manufacturing processes. This helps bridge the gap between theory and practice, and between academic training and real-world labor market demands.

Remarks by Mr. Andreas Goette – General Director of Guhring Vietnam

The event also featured a technical presentation by Guhring Vietnam on the applications of Guhring’s cutting tools in modern machining, accompanied by a demonstration of hyperMILL CAM software. Guhring representatives showcased their premium cutting tools known for their precision, cutting efficiency, and outstanding durability—ideal for demanding industrial production. The presentation guided attendees on selecting appropriate tools for different machining steps and highlighted the advantages of high-speed machining.

In addition, a representative from Hoang Van Company introduced the hyperMILL programming software, which offers comprehensive programming features including toolpath simulation, collision detection, NC-code optimization, CAD data linking, and process automation through Automation Center. The live demonstration allowed the university to observe the full process from design to actual machining and understand how the software enhances surface quality, ensures safety, and optimizes performance in modern mechanical manufacturing environments.

Live Demonstration of Guhring Cutting Tools and hyperMILL Software

The newly inaugurated Guhring Cutting Tool Laboratory at HCMUTE features specialized cutting tools for hands-on practice and a modern tool management system. This practical support helps create a learning environment connected to industrial production. Through this sponsorship, Guhring Vietnam has joined hands with the university in elevating training quality, allowing students to access and master advanced technologies during their academic and research journey.

This milestone marks an important step in realizing HCMUTE’s goal of practice-oriented education, meeting the increasing expectations of the job market. The event left a strong impression and signaled a promising new chapter in the cooperation between HCMUTE and Guhring Vietnam.