Centre for Metal Cutting Research

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Centre for Metal Cutting Research

MCR is dedicated to strengthening industry-academia partnerships by bringing together large industries, an association of SMEs and other research providers. The centre supports Chalmers scientists to engage in interdisciplinary research across departments, divisions and research groups. The MCR facilitates industry-driven operations in the area of metal cutting via research, learning, and by managing two competence-networks related to process-/metalworking fluids and grinding technology.

About MCR

The Chalmers Centre for Metal Cutting Research (MCR) was established in 2003 through the efforts of SKF and then-director Hans-Börje Oskarson. It belongs to the Department of Industrial and Materials Science and is associated with Chalmers Production Area of Advance. Professor Peter Krajnik is the director of MCR since 2016.

Research MCR

The research at Chalmers MCR is carried out by the MCR-affiliated research groups in collaboration with our research-provider partners.

Education MCR

Chalmers MCR offers university accredited professional education on machining and grinding technology – whether at Chalmers, at your company’s facilities or in a live virtual format.

Collaborate with MCR

Chalmers MCR collaborates with more than 60 members, ranging from multinational corporations such as Sandvik Coromant, Volvo Group to SMEs represented by Skärteknikcentrum Sverige, among many, many others. Our members have access to the expertise of all partners in the various Chalmers research groups and the ability to implement joint research and learning activities.