Roland R-World Online | Fall 2007

The MDX-40 Increases Productivity for World Renowned Jeweler

BARCELONA, SPAIN – Working for the world’s most famous jewelry companies, jewelry modeler Ramon Vidal decided to acquire a new jewelry design and modeling system. Roland’s MDX-40 milling machine proved to be the perfect tool for his unique application.

“Until I started using the MDX-40, I was working entirely manually,” he said. “I have to admit that I was concerned about purchasing milling equipment. I decided on the MDX-40 after seeing how well the solution addressed my needs.”

Vidal chose the Roland MDX-40 after attending several product demonstrations at an industry tradeshow. The next step for Vidal was an intensive training course during which the MDX-40 far exceeded his expectations.

Finished ring produced from wax model made with MDX-40.

“With the MDX-40 I have optimized my productivity and precision,” he said. “In the past, working manually required deep concentration and an exceptional skill level, especially for complex pieces such as those with several vertices on the same angle and pave work. To complete these applications by hand became stressful.”

Ramon Vidal working with MDX-40

In addition, the MDX-40 allows Vidal to maintain a large database of his pieces which he can reference for future designs.

“There is no limit to my creative options and I can work with my choice of materials,” he said. “With the MDX-40, I am free to use the wax I prefer or try new materials as well. I can even combine wax with different fusion characteristics into the same piece. The advantage of working with standard wax is that I can make manual modifications as well when needed. This is especially useful in pieces that require hand crafting.”

Within Vidal’s workshop, the Roland MDX-40 is set up in a very special place. In addition to its role in production, the MDX-40 has become what Vidal calls a “great partner for shaping ideas.”

“It’s silent,” he said. “Sometimes I don’t even realize when it finishes working.”