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thyssenkrupp to Sell Automation Engineering to Agile Robots

thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has initiated the sale of its Automation Engineering business unit to Munich-based Agile Robots SE. With the signing of the agreement,...

Making Sustainability Measurable

Companies are under increasing pressure to make their products and processes more sustainable. The SKZ Plastics Centre supports companies in documenting sustainability as...

Energy Efficiency Award

As part of the dena Energy Transition Congress in Berlin, five companies were honored on November 3 with the Energy Efficiency Award (EEA). The EEA is presented in four c...

Management of Industrial Gases

Precise control of the delivery of industrial gases is essential for many processes, demanding continuous oversight to maintain efficiency and safety.

Solutions for Climate-Neutral Steelworks

Ambartec and Rouge H2 Engineering are developing processes for climate-friendly steel production. The new technology can soon be used with little effort without costly c...

Welding Processes for Aluminium Welding

Aluminium’s high strength-to-weight ratio makes it essential for weight-critical, safety-driven applications, but its intrinsic material properties complicate manufacturi...

Measurable Monitoring of Adhesives

With innovative measurement technology, SKZ enables real-time monitoring of curing processes for the first time – without any access to the bonding site.

Zu hohe Arbeitskosten vernichten Arbeitsplätze

Industrieunternehmen können sich ihre Mitarbeiter nicht mehr leisten, dadurch gehen immer mehr Arbeitsplätze verloren. Treiber sind die Lohnnebenkosten – der WSM fordert...

Direct Air Capture Plant Opens

Greenlyte Carbon Technologies has developed a method for capturing CO2 from the atmosphere and is currently advancing an optimized prototype for industrial use.

3rd IIW Young Professionals International Conference (YPIC 2026) Deadline Update

IIW International Institute of Welding updated the deadlines for the Young Professional's Conference.

thyssenkrupp Materials Services Receives Prevention Award

The Krefeld site of thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe is one of three winners of this year's “Die Goldene Hand” prevention award presented by the German Social Acc...

Joining Forces to Expand Thermal Spray Capabilities

Dundee-based ATL Turbine Services has expanded its technological capabilities by investing in the Surface Two thermal spray system from Oerlikon.

Chinaplas 2026

On April 21 to 24, 2026, the plastics and rubber trade fair - Chinaplas 2026 will take place at National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Hongqiao, Shanghai, PR...

Stable Data Center Power to Support AI growth

As the adoption of generative AI continues to drive demand for electricity to power data centers across the United States, ABB has been awarded three orders with VoltaGri...

Digitale Beschaffung mit hohen Qualitätsstandards

Wenn bestellte Bauteile nicht rechtzeitig geliefert werden, entstehen schnell hohe Folgekosten und Produktionsabläufe verzögern sich. Die zuverlässige Qualitätssicherung...

Case Study : Battery Powered Welding Machine Used in Madagascan Zoo

Repairing a key quarantine enclosure at Parc Ivoloina, Madagascar, was a major challenge: welding was essential, but the site had no power or vehicle access.

Systems in Laser Cladding and Additive Manufacturing

The COAXquattro system by Fraunhofer IWS simultaneously feeds four wires into the center of the laser beam, increasing the deposition rate and energy efficiency of laser...

Innovation Meets Sustainability

At the K trade fair, Evosys presented laser welding solutions like the EvoWeld Mini made from environmentally friendly wood the EvoWeld Generation 2, and the EVO 0800-TD.

Industrial Spring 2026

Over 600 exhibitors from 30 countries, nearly 1,000 machines working live, and nine expo halls – this is Industrial Spring 2025 in a nutshell. Now Targi Kielce STOM Expo...

Schweißen fernab der Zivilisation

Akkubetriebene Handschweißgeräte zeigen ihre Vorteile vor allem an Einsatzorten, an denen keine stabile Stromversorgung gewährleistet ist – wie z. B. im Dschungel von Mad...

New Italian Subsidiaryi for Industrial On-Demand Manufacturing

Replique, the platform for industrial on-demand manufacturing, has announced the opening of a new Italian subsidiary to further strengthen its ability to serve its growin...

Automatisierte Fertigung im modularen Hausbau

Automatisierung für den modernen Hausbau: KUKA und Kleusberg haben ihre Kooperation bekannt gegeben mit dem Ziel, die Produktion im Kleusberg-Werk zu modernisieren und zu...

New Assistance System Simplifies Robotic DED-Arc

In the ITEA project Familiar, Fraunhofer IAPT and the institute’s project partners have developed a digital assistance system using machine learning and mixed-reality (XR...

Autonomous Electrode and TIG Welding

The battery-powered variant of the Fronius Ignis provides a MMA welding solution that maintains full welding quality and process stability.

New Laser Next Core and Fully Automated Solutions

Prima Power, a supplier for sheet metal working manufacturing solutions, presents Laser Next Core, the newest addition to its 3D laser cutting range.

Coiled Guidewires for Medical Catheters

Amada Weld Tech, a manufacturer of welding, marking, cutting, sealing and bonding technology, highlights synergistic capabilities between Amada Press System and Amada Wel...

Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitssicherheit im Unternehmen

Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitssicherheit sind grundlegende Bestandteile einer verantwortungsbewussten Unternehmensführung. Ihr Ziel besteht darin, Beschäftigte vor Gefahren zu...

Steigerung der Effizienz mit automatisiertem Schweißrobotersystem

Das Tawers G4 Schweißrobotersystem automatisiert manuelle Schweißprozesse mit höheren Achsgeschwindigkeiten und optimierter Verarbeitungsleistung. Dies verkürzt die Zyklu...

Change of Leadership at SKZ

Since July 2025, Dr Alexander Vyhnal has been responsible for research and education in the field of injection moulding and additive manufacturing at the SKZ Plastics Cen...

Safety, Sustainability and Efficiency for Semiconductor Industry

The semiconductor industry is under enormous pressure to innovate and reduce costs while facing the challenge of meeting stringent safety, quality and sustainability requ...

Neuerscheinung Merkblatt DVS 1715

Mit Ausgabedatum November 2025 ist das Merkblatt DVS 1715 „Anforderungen an Betriebe für die schweißtechnische Herstellung von Bauteilen für Mobilkrane“ erschienen.

Solid-State Chemistry for High-Energy Cells

To overcome existing technological hurdles of lithium-ion cell chemistry, Fraunhofer IWS and its partners are investigating a new cell architecture that reduces electroly...

Liuliu Han receives DGM Prize for Young Talent

Dr. Liuliu Han receives the DGM Prize for Young Talent from the German Society for Materials Science for the development of sustainable, rare-earth-free magnetic material...

75 Jahre gelebte Präzision

1950 in Stuttgart gegründet, entwickelte sich das Unternehmen in 75 Jahren vom kleinen Familienbetrieb für Stahlhandel zu einem ganzheitlichen Systemlieferanten.

More Efficiency and User-Friendliness in Automated Laser Welding

Trumpf launched the new generation of its TruLaser Weld 5000 automated laser welding machine at Blechexpo, Stutgart, Germany.

Automated Manufacturing in Modular Construction

KUKA, a globally active automation group, and Kleusberg, a specialist in modular construction and mobile space systems, have announced their cooperation.

SPRIN-D Supports H2 Battery Technology by German Start-up

The German Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation SPRIN-D commissioned water stuff & sun to assess the innovation of H2 battery technology-

Preparing for EU Machinery Regulation

The EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 will be fully mandatory from January 20, 2027. It defines requirements for the safety of machinery and related products, among...

New Machine Tool Robot (MTR) for Precision Cutting

The cutting-edge milling kinematics close the gap between classic industrial robots and machine tools – for resource-efficient, flexible automated production.

Customer Value Add through CO2 Reduction

Alleima’s sustainability targets have been reviewed and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are now aligned with the latest climate research.

Nurturing Home-Grown Workforce

A Stafford firm with a growing international reach is crediting its ongoing success to an ability to seek out and nurture home-grown talent.

PFAS-Free Solutions for Wear and Friction Applicaitons

Envalior recognizes a growing need for polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-free materials for high-performance Wear & Friction applications, that are sustainable, economical,...

Thermally Conductive Structural Adhesive

The new RTV silicone combines thermal conductivity with structural strength and residual flexibility – properties crucial for modern battery modules and power electronics...

100 MW Electrolyzer for Green Hydrogen

Hamburg Green Hydrogen Hub has commissioned Kraftanlagen to construct the infrastructure for 100 MW electrolyzer in Hamburg, Germany.

Evosys participates in the Bavarian Environmental + Climate Pact

As a young company, Evosys is aware of its responsibility towards future generations and is committed to greater sustainability and environmental protection beyond the le...

Neue Schweißtechnik mit Fortis & Velo

Unter dem Motto des neu enthüllten Claims „Verbunden durch Schweißen – vereint durch Leidenschaft“ zeigte Fronius auf der SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen vielfältige High...

Save the Date: ITSC 2026

The International Thermal Spray Conference & Exposition (ITSC 2026) is taking place from March 18 through 20, 2026, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Ban...

Lhyfe Inaugurates Germany’s Largest Renewable Hydrogen Production Site

In Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, Lhyfe has installed a plant capable of producing up to 4 t of renewable hydrogen per day.

Eural treibt die Zukunft der Automobilindustrie mit bleifreien Aluminiumlegierungen voran

Neue Standards und Anforderungen prägen die Automobilindustrie und treiben sie in Richtung leichterer, sichererer und nachhaltigerer Lösungen. Aluminium erweist sich dabe...

Connected by Welding - United by Passion

Fronius presented a wide range of welding solutions and comprehensive welding expertise at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen in September.

Power Solutions for Gigawatt-Scale Data Centers

ABB announced that it is accelerating the development of gigawatt scale data centers in collaboration with Nvidia to create high-efficiency, scalable power delivery for f...

40 years of "wire": A Trade Fair Flagship Celebrates its Anniversary

"wire" Düsseldorf has been rewriting future for 40 years: faster, smarter, more intelligent, more sustainable – always in tune with the global market and its rapidly cha...

ABB Divests Robotics Division to SoftBank

ABB announced it has signed an agreement to divest its Robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. opting not to pursue a spin-off.

Recycling Protects Resources

In its annual study for the circular economy service provider Interzero, Fraunhofer Umsicht examined the climate effects and resource savings achieved through recycling a...

Improved Production of Electric Motor Stators

As part of Innovate UK’s Driving the Electric Revolution Challenge, CVE and Ford demonstrated that electron beam welding can enhance the quality of electric motor stators...

Less CO₂ – More Supply Security

Refractory materials recycling can save millions of tonnes of CO₂ and reduce dependence on raw material imports.

Bio-Based Plastics in Practical Application

The Create innovation cluster supports companies in successfully transferring bio-based plastics and composites into industrial practice. The network is hosting its first...

Weld-Immune Sensors with Remote Control Function

Sensors used in welding applications in the automotive industry must operate with precision and robustness. Inductive weld-immune sensors from Contrinex meet both require...

Important Step for Energy Transition

Fuel cells are considered a key technology for energy transition. They place high demands on the materials used and their mass production has been a major challenge to da...

High-Speed Machining

One of the most transformative developments in recent years is the rise of high-speed machining (HSM). This article explains high-speed machining, its benefits, clears up...

New Directors Appointed at PTS Group

A Stafford firm has doubled the workforce and appointed two new directors, who have spent a combined 30 years working there.

Deutsch-französisches Leuchtturmprojekt GreenBotAI

Die deutsch-französische KI Förderung ist Teil einer langfristigen Strategie: Seit dem Aachener Vertrag 2019 intensivieren beide Länder ihre Kooperation in diesem Bereich...

Flexible Welding Machines a Solution for Skilled Welder Shortage

Global Robot Demand in Factories Doubles Over 10 Years

The new World Robotics 2025 statistics on industrial robots showed 542,000 robots installed in 2024 – more than double the number 10 years ago.

Liquid Silicone Materials for High-Voltage Insulators

The SKZ Plastics Centre has launched a new research project to develop innovative materials for high-voltage insulators.

Mobile Robotik: Zwei Konzepte – ein Ziel

Krone setzt gemeinsam mit KUKA sowohl in einer bestehenden Fabrik als auch in einer neuen Produktionsstätte auf Automatisierung.

TÜV Süd Ensures Safety of Hydrogen Technologies

Under the motto "Tested, Certified, Safe", TÜV SÜD will present its solutions for hydrogen technologies at World Hydrogen Week 2025 in Copenhagen, Denmark, from Octorber...

Zahl der Fabrik-Roboter weltweit in zehn Jahren verdoppelt

Die herstellende Industrie hat im Jahr 2024 in den Fabriken weltweit insgesamt 542.000 neue Industrie-Roboter installiert – mehr als doppelt so viele wie vor zehn Jahren.

Stahlbau im Wandel: Flexibel bleiben bei weniger Fachkräften

Wer heute im Schweißumfeld bestehen will, braucht maximale Flexibilität bei minimalem Aufwand. Doch wie soll das gelingen, wenn die Branche schon seit Jahren mit einem ak...

New Study on Global Market for Bioplastics

There are “green” alternatives to plastics made from crude oil or natural gas for an increasing number of applications.

Caracol Acquires Weber’s Additive Manufacturing

Caracol, a global player in large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM), announces the acquisition of IP and robotic machine configuration assets from the additive divisio...

Globale Lieferketten im Klimastress

Im Zuge des Klimawandels nehmen Häufigkeit und Intensität von Extremwetterereignissen zu – mit Auswirkungen auf die globalen Lieferketten.

Polymer Blends Made from Post-Consumer Polycarbonate

At times when sustainability and climate protection are increasingly important, Romira is presenting new polymer blends made from post-consumer polycarbonate (PoC-PC).

Generative AI for Robotic Vision

ABB Robotics has invested in California-based LandingAI to accelerate the transformation of vision AI, making it faster, more intuitive and accessible to a broader range...

International Welding Competition Wraps up

The award ceremony for this next generation of welders took place on Friday, September 19, 2025, following individual and team competitions.

Preisverleihung der International Welding Competition

Die Preisverleihung für den Schweißernachwuchs fand am 19. September 2025 auf der SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN im Anschluss an die Einzel- und Teamwettbewerbe statt.

EcoVadis Sustainability Rating September 2025

The methodology used by EcoVadis for its business sustainability ratings is based on international standards and supervised by a scientific community of sustainability an...

Decarbonization Requires Trust

TÜV SÜD calls for global standards and green finance to close investment gap at the Science Summit during Climate Week in New York City.

Welding Expertise Joins the World

At the SKZ Plastics Centre in Würzburg, specialist personnel are trained for joining semi-finished producsts to ensure the quality of a finished product.

Trying Out Laser Beam Welding

At the DVS Group's booth at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025, SLV Duisburg put a spotlight on a process that is rarely experienced live: hand-held laser beam welding.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 : Recognized as a Leading Business Hub

The world-leading trade fair for joining, cutting, and coating technologies offered from September 15 through 19, 2025, the opportunity to explore the latest technologies...

Modular System Solutions

At Schweisstec 2025, Cloos will present modular system solutions and forward-looking technologies for flexible and efficient welding production.

Songwon at K 2025

Songwon Industrial, expert in polymer stabilization and specialty chemistry, will present its portfolio of high-performance, forward-looking solutions at K 2025.

Grand Prize for SMEs

Evosys Laser has been awarded the "Große Preis des Mittelstandes 2025" (Grand Prize for SMEs). This award recognizes companies that set standards in the German economy th...

Allianz der Wissenschaftsorganisationen tritt Ukraine-Koalition für Forschung und Innovation bei

Konkrete Maßnahmen zur Unterstützung der ukrainischen Wissenschaft sollen gefördert, der Wiederaufbau und die Modernisierung vorangetrieben und die Rolle von Forschung un...

Intelligent Inline Seam Inspection for Automated Laser Welding

Blackbird Robotersysteme, manufacturer of system solutions for remote laser welding, has expanded its range of functions to include optical coherence tomography (OCT) for...

Long-Term Reliability Thanks to Plasma Technology

Low-cost or recycled plastics pose challenges due to their surface structure and composition, which can compromise product quality. Plasmatreat will demonstrate solutions...

Änderung der deutschen Förderstrategie für Additive Fertigung gefordert

Die Formnext sowie führende Experten im Bereich Additive Fertigung (AM) in Deutschland fordern ein Überdenken der staatlichen AM-Förderung.

Schweißkompetenz fügt die Welt zusammen

Im Fügen von Halbzeugen ist die Qualität der Fügenähte meist ausschlaggebend für das Produkt. Am Kunststoff-Zentrum SKZ in Würzburg bildet man das Fachpersonal für diese...

The Editorial Team Signing Off

The editorial team signs off after an inspiring time at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025.

Women in Welding Technology – DVS Talk at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025

This week five women from the industry discussed the challenges and perks of working in a male dominated field.

Automation in Focus

In a live demonstration, the Pemamek team presented a new flexible manufacturing system, specifically designed for companies with high product variety and low production...

Drei Ehrenamtler mit Herzblut für „Jugend schweißt“

Auf der SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 stehen drei Ehrenamtler besonders im Mittelpunkt und gleichzeitig bleiben sie im Hintergrund. Wie das geht?

Three Volunteers with Heart and Soul for Young Welders

At SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025, three volunteers take center stage while remaining in the background. How does that work?

International Welding Competition Kicked Off

Jury Chair Ronald Pajuelo, Head of Competence Center at Liebherr Hamburg and co-organizer Martin Lehmann, Manager of DVS Training and Certification, extended a warm welco...

Die Zukunft der Brennerabsaugung

Freshweld präsentiert den TORFIL EVO T1/150, eine Hochvakuum-Absaugeinheit der neuesten Generation für die Brennerabsaugung, die Schweißrauch direkt an der Quelle erfasss...

International Welding Competition gestartet

Juryvorsitzender Ronald Pajuelo und Mitorganisator Martin Lehmann hießen dieTeilnehmer des Internationalen Schweißwettbewerbs herzlich willkommen.

National Welding Competition (Jugend schweißt) Concludes with Winners Awarded

The National Welding Competition concluded yesterday with an inspiring display of skill, precision, and dedication. Prizes were awarded to the top performers, showcasing...

"Young Welders are Our Future"

Ronald Pajuelo, Deputy Chairman of the Federal Working Group, explains in an interview why supporting young talent is so close to his heart.

New Cobot for Complex Tasks in Confined Spaces

Universal Robots (UR) is expanding its portfolio with the UR8 Long – a cobot with extended reach, developed for precision automation tasks in confined spaces.

Schweißen in Brasilien: Zwischen Tradition und Moderne

In diesem Interview sprechen wir mit Ing. Fernando Lescovar, Generaldirektor der ABS, und Zorailde Morais, International Welding Engineer, über die Chancen und Herausford...

Young Innovators Showcase Future of the Industry

Alongside key issues such as digitalisation, sustainability and attracting skilled professionals, the world’s leading trade fair shines a spotlight on start-ups bringing...

We Simulate the Welding Experience during Training

At SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN Anna Breuer, Head of Operations & Sales Coordinator at Seabery, filled us in on how welding simulators facilitate training of new welders.

Youngster Day (Youngstertag) at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN

On the second day SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 focused entirely on young professionals, students and apprentices as DVS “YOUNGSTERTAG” took place.

Smart Leg Celebrates Premiere at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025

Siegmund is presenting the Smart Leg, an electrically and continuously height-adjustable table leg, for the first time at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025.

Digitization at DVS: Pilot Project with EWM Launched for Direct Data Transfer

As part of its digital transformation, DVS – German Welding Society e. V. is focusing on innovative solutions to optimize its processes. A key initiative is the pilot pro...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN: Participants in the 1st IF Digital Award

With the first IF Digital Award powered by SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN, digital solutions of the exhibitors will be in the spotlight at the international trade fair in Essen.

New Study: Joining Technology Contributes to Added Value in Germany

Joining, cutting and coating technology contributes with an added value of €30 billion in Germany to the joining, cutting and coating technology and is closely linked to...

Welding in Brazil: Between Tradition and Innovation

In this interview, we speak with Eng. Fernando Lescovar, General Director of ABS, and Zorailde Morais, International Welding Engineer, about the opportunities and challen...

Young Talent in Focus

Mika Daldrup has already made a name for himself in the national DVS Young Welders Competition. After taking second place in the state competition, he will now compete in...

Join the Future – Let’s Shape It Together

The wait is over: The 21st edition of SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN opens its doors. This year’s motto is “Join the Future” – a guiding principle that also characterizes the DVS...

Join the Future – Welcome to Essen

Words of welcome from Thomas Kufen, Lord Mayor of Essen, and Oliver P. Kuhrt, CEO Messe Essen.

Future Hub: Digitalization, Sustainability and Recruiting Young Talent

The Future Hub in Hall 7, designed as a central communication platform, showcases cutting-edge technologies and hands-on innovations while fostering interdisciplinary dia...

Join the Future – gestalten wir die Zukunft gemeinsam!

Endlich ist es soweit: Die 21. Ausgabe der Weltleitmesse SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN öffnet ihre Tore. Sie steht unter dem Motto „Join the Future“ – ein Leitgedanke, der auch...

The Future is Additive

Oscar PLT will showcase its Pro Focus digital repair technology at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen, Germany, as a contender for the IF Digital Award.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025: “Join the Future“

Starting today, the international industry will meet at the world’s leading trade fair SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN at Messe Essen, Germany, to take a look at the future of joi...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025: Join the Future

Ab heute und bis Freitag trifft sich die internationale Branche hier auf der Weltleitmesse SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in der Messe Essen und blickt gemeinsam auf die Zukunft...

Next Generation MIG/MAG Welding

Fronius' Fortis product range contains devices in the 270 to 500 A categories, either as compact all-in-one systems or as split versions with an external wirefeeder.

MetalFab Laser Welder and CNC Cutter Premiere

Following a global launch earlier this year, xTool debuted its MetalFab system for the first time at a European exhibition during Laser World of Photonics 2025 in Munich...

Focused Diode Expertise for US-Led Fusion Energy Hub

The Starfire Hub – an initiative funded by the US Department of Energy to develop fusion energy solutions under the leadership of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (...

Ein halbes Jahrhundert Schweißerschutz

Vor genau 50 Jahren begann die Entwicklung der 3M Speedglas Schweißmasken: 1975 wurde in Schweden der erste automatisch abdunkelnde Schweißfilter hergestellt.

Safety and Efficiency of Renewable Energies

Wind, solar and battery storage together boost power reliability and speed renewable energy growth via a shared connection point. TÜV Süd provides testing, inspection and...

Laser Ablation against Dirt

Residue on plastic components impair subsquent processes such as printing or painting. The new LIBS-OF project aims to clean, analyse and activate surfaces inline in a si...

Geballtes Dioden-Know-how für US-geführten Fusionsenergie-Hub

Der Starfire Hub – eine vom US-Energieministerium geförderte Initiative zur Entwicklung von Fusionsenergie-Lösungen unter der Leitung des Lawrence Livermore National Labo...

Injection Moulding of Bio-Based Components

The goal of the project is to develop bio-based materials that can be efficiently processed using injection moulding and which composting time can also be controlled.

Interview: The Welding Industry through the Ages

EWM is taking a holistic approach to shaping the future of welding technology. The full-service provider from Germany is focusing on intelligent automation, digital netwo...

Welding Table

All Kaiserweld welding tables feature a plasma-nitrided surface with a 0.2 mm layer that increases hardness and provides corrosion resistance.

Motion Control Solutions for Plastics Machinery

Moog will feature a new generation of hydraulic, electrohydraulic and electrohydrostatic products and systems designed to help machine builders achieve better performance...

Inga Dransfeld-Haase im Vorstand der TÜV NORD AG

Seit 1. September 2025 ist Inga Dransfeld-Haase Personalvorständin und Arbeitsdirektorin der TÜV NORD AG.

Übernahme von Verbundwerkstoffspezialisten

Die Schütz GmbH & Co. KGaA aus Selters hat die Übernahme der Euro-Composites S.A., Echternach bekanntgegeben.

Robot Offline Programming

Visual Components 5.0 introduces improved robot offline programming (OLP) automation, enabling manufacturers to leverage model-based engineering.

Strategically Leveraging Gas Solutions

The demands on welding processes are rising significantly: they must be reproducible to ensure consistently high quality, low in emissions to meet environmental and occup...

Schweißen und Schneiden auf einer Plattform

Die Xtraction GmbH stellt auf der SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 mit dem XFLARE eine zukunftsweisende Innovation für die Metallbearbeitung vor.

Ergonomic Welding Multi4flex Series

At the SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN trade fair, Otto Kind introduces its multi4flex series of electrically height-adjustable welding tables.

Laser Welding with Dynamic Beam Shaping

Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS will present laser welding solutions at the trade fair SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN that expand both design freedom an...

New TIG Torch Series and MIG/MAG Fume Extraction

EWS showcases two exhibition stands focused on torch solutions, accessories and PPE for professional use in TIG, MIG/MAG, and plasma applications.

Humanoide Roboter: Vision und Realität

Der Weltroboterverband IFR veröffentlicht ein Positionspapier zu Trends, Chancen und möglichen Grenzen bei humanoiden Robotern.

Multifunctional Welding with Touch Function

Stahlwerk will be introducing a multifunctional inverter featuring a touch display and job memory covering a wide range of welding processes.

Automated Tool Change

With the Q-Torch Auto Change System, Kjellberg Finsterwalde is presenting a solution for automated plasma cutting at the fair.

Die unsichtbare Gefahr beim Schweißen

Beim Gedanken ans Handschweißen entstehen oft Bilder von gleißenden Lichtbögen, fliegenden Funken und aufsteigendem Rauch. Eindrucksvolle Szenen wie diese prägen das Imag...

3-Wire-Process for MIG/MAG-Welding

Cloos' new Tandem+ MIG/MAG welding process uses a 3-wire system to achieve up to 30 % higher deposition rates than the previous Tandem Weld technology.

Rack Mount Chiller for Stable Cooling

Teyu RMFL-2000 rack chiller delivers dual-circuit cooling for 2kW handheld fiber laser welding systems.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN baut Brücken zwischen Kontinenten

Connecting Continents gehört zu den Highlights im neuen Future Hub der SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN. Vertreter aus Brasilien, China, Marokko und der Slowakei geben Einblicke in...

Recyclates under the Microscope

A new SKZ research project is developing standards for evaluating recycled surfaces for adhesive bonding and coating processes.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025: a Showcase for Future Technologies

From September 15 through 19, the international industry will gather at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN, the world’s leading trade fair at Messe Essen, Germany, to take a collecti...

Demanding Surface Solutions

The Lüdenscheid Plastics Institute invites you to attend the ‘Innovative Surfaces’ symposium on 17 September 2025.

wire & Tube Southeast Asia 2025

Die Branche blickt gespannt auf die Fachmessen wire und Tube Southeast Asia in Bangkok vom 17. bis 19. September 2025.

Nordmann at K 2025

The international chemical distributor Nordmann will be exhibiting alongside its partners Honeywell, Jiangsu Liside New Material (Liside), MARFRAN and PMC Organometallix...

Efficient hydrogen processes

Hydrogen is considered the energy carrier of the future and plays a central role in the energy transition. Its ability to store renewable energy flexibly and make it usab...

Laser-Fasenschneidsystem

Ein zweiachsiger Fasenschneidkopf mit ±45° Bereich, hoher Präzision, Stabilität und optionalem Autogenschneidbrenner.

Highly relevant trade fairs for plastics

The KUTENO and KPA trade fairs have announced high exhibitor participation and several additions to their trade fair portfolio for 2026.

Innovative Klebstofflösungen für die Laserfertigung

Die Lasertechnologie ist die industrielle Fertigungsmethode der Zukunft. Sie ermöglicht in der Produktion höhere Präzision und schnellere Produktionsraten durch effizient...

technotrans increases revenue

The technotrans Group continued its successful development in the first half of 2025 despite the ongoing challenging economic environment.

HIKMICRO expands into the measuring instrument market

This strategic expansion is an important step towards the company's goal of offering a comprehensive industrial platform that combines process control, predictive mainten...

New report on cyber attacks

Industrial facilities and critical infrastructure around the world face a massive, often underestimated threat.

Data Room of the Future

At SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025, the IndustryFusion Foundation will present innovations related to IndustryFusion-X, the cross-manufacturer open-source networking solution...

Prima Power Inaugurates the Expansion of the Bending Product Unit in Cologna Veneta

Prima Power inaugurates the expansion of the Bending Product Unit in Cologna Veneta: +50% production capacity with a focus on technological integration and sustainability...

Manufacturing in Microgravity

A research team, led by Leibniz University Hannover, has developed the first flexible 3D printing process in the world, which uses metal powder to produce and repair comp...

Laser Gas Mixers for Retrofitting

WITT Gas presents an upgrade for existing laser cutting systems: laser gas mixers designed for easy retrofitting. These advanced mixers enable users to unlock the full po...

MIG/MAG torch maintenance: how it works

Abicor Binzel offers a helpful handbook for all welders in the form of its free e-book “Correct maintenance of MIG/MAG welding torches – basic knowledge and helpful tips....

ABB to invest more than CA$130 million in Canadian R&D and manufacturing

ABB announced today that it will invest more than CA$130 million (around US$100 million) to expand the R&D and production capacity of its advanced power protection and gr...

Formnext Asia Shenzhen and partners strengthen AM ecosystem

At a press conference, the organiser of Formnext Asia Shenzhen outlined a refined focus for the 2025 trade fair, while key industry partners provided analysis on the rapi...

At the Forefront of Sustainability

Lauda Dr. R. Wobser GmbH & Co. KG, a leading manufacturer of temperature control units and systems, has been awarded the silver medal by EcoVadis. With a score of 70 out...

Solutions in Electron Beam Welding Technology

Cambridge Vacuum Engineering (CVE) will showcase its latest welding innovations at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN.

plastics.ai – Hanser launches AI chatbot for plastics technology

How can you ensure long-term transparency in injection-molded parts? Is PVC recyclable? What are the pros and cons of prototyping with 3D printing? How exactly can digita...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN: Schauplatz der Zukunftstechnologien

Vom 15. bis 19. September trifft sich die internationale Branche auf der Weltleitmesse SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in der Messe Essen und blickt gemeinsam auf die Zukunft der...

KIT Science Week: Die Stadt der Zukunft gestalten

Smart Citys, Stadtplanung und Architektur, Nachhaltigkeit, Energieversorgung, Mobilität, Digitalisierung: Während des 200-jährigen Jubiläumsjahres des Karlsruher Institut...

„Angenehme Probleme“ – eine stetig wachsende Branche mit besonderen Herausforderungen

In Kooperation mit dem Spitzencluster MAI Carbon des Composites United e. V. (CU) sowie dem Luft- und Raumfahrtverband bavAIRia e. V. richtete die Hufschmied Zerspanungss...

Compact Cordless Beveller

Promotech expands its line of portable bevelling tools with the BM-6 Battery – a lightweight, compact cordless solution for bevelling flat plates, pipes and curved profil...

Neue Partnerschaft zwischen Jiangsu Liside New Material und Nordmann

Nordmann, ein führender, international tätiger Chemiedistributor, freut sich, eine neue Partnerschaft mit Jiangsu Liside New Material (Liside) bekannt zu geben. Liside is...

CBS ArcSafe Expands RSK-PMT Capabilities For Open-Door and 4-Position Switching

CBS ArcSafe, a leading manufacturer of remote racking and switching solutions for low- and medium-voltage switchgear, introduces an update for the RSK-PMT, a remote switc...

Pre-Launch Announcement

Your brand in the multilingual trade dictionary for the world’s leading fair.

Laser Processing in a Closed System

With the SpeedMarker 1600 - long, Trotec presents an individually configured laser system for laser processing of particularly long components.

Smart Brains for Energy Transition

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy invited 40 laureates of the Jugend forscht special prize for Energy Transition and Climate Action to Berlin.

78. IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference vom 22. bis 27. Juni 2025 in Genua

Die 78. IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference fand vom 22. bis 27. Juni 2025 im „Centro Congressi - Porto Antico di Genova“ statt. Die Veranstaltung vereinte Fac...

Pfannenberg USA Introduces New PROTECT Series Signaling Devices

Pfannenberg, Inc., a global leader in thermal management and signaling technologies, is proud to announce the North American launch of its new PROTECT Series, a breakthro...

Trumpf steigert Effizienz mit neuer LaserHybrid-Schweißanlage

Die Trumpf Maschinen Austria GmbH + Co. KG mit Sitz in Pasching hat sich mit ihren innovativen Technologien weltweit einen Namen gemacht. Das umfangreiche Produktprogramm...

The right cleaning solution for every task and industry

Whether solvent or water-based cleaning, coarse, intermediate, and final cleaning or ultra-fine and high-purity cleaning, the tasks in parts cleaning have never been as v...

Japans Autoindustrie: Roboter-Installationen auf höchstem Stand seit fünf Jahren

Die Automobilindustrie in Japan hat im Jahr 2024 insgesamt rund 13.000 Industrie-Roboter installiert. Das ist ein Anstieg um 11 % im Vergleich zum Vorjahr und markiert de...

System Solutions in Materials and Laser Technology

Frauhofer IWS will be presenting system solutions in materials and laser technology. Amongst other the research institute will present a customized solution adapted to cu...

78th IIW Annual Assembly Recap

The IIW community strengthened its relationships during the 78th IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference on Welding and Joining, held in Genoa, Italy, from June...

Mit doppelseitiger Präzisionsbeschichtung zum Sieg

Mit höchster Präzision hat das Fraunhofer-Institut für Schicht- und Oberflächentechnik IST die diesjährige Manufacturing Challenge im Rahmen der Optical Interference Coat...

3-Roll Bender for Single-Pass Forming

Haeusler’s new 3-roll bending machine forms workpieces in a single pass, handling various materials and shapes with precision and ease.

Einfache Roboterprogrammierung auch im Mittelstand

Der Automatisierungsdruck in der Industrie steigt, der Einsatz von Robotik wird immer wichtiger. Gleichzeitig ist qualifiziertes Fachpersonal für die Roboterprogrammierun...

Design and Function of Tactile Laser Optics with Wire Feed

video shows a comprehensive understanding of the operating principles behind tactile laser optics for laser joining with integrated wire feed.

Welding and Cutting in One System

Xflare by Xtraction is a compact 2-in-1 system integrating CNC cutting and robotic welding to automate metalworking processes.

LESS Representing almost 45 % EU Steel Production

The Low Emission Steel Standard (LESS) has broadened its European representation. Following ArcelorMittal Germany, ArcelorMittal’s entities in Belgium, Luxembourg, France...

Using Robotics to Combat Skilled Labor Shortages and Cost Pressures

Wemag in Fulda, Germany, offers robots for collaborative welding, pick-and-place operations as well as palletizing, with the option to evaluate them on-site in real-world...

Circumferential Seam Milling Machines

Milling machines gain adaptability with height adapters and SPMT-ready substructure for easy alignment. Gräbener Maschinenfabrik will exhibit its improved machines at the...

EU Project InShaPe Boosts Metal Additive Manufacturing

EU-funded InShaPe project reports sixfold productivity, half the cost, reduced energy and material waste as well as better component quality.

iQS and Cobot Welding

Lorch Schweißtechnik is presenting its welding technology at this year’s leading SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN trade fair in Essen, Germany. For the first time, the company will...

Robotic Welding Solutions with MAG/MIG/TIG Technology

Panasonic will be showcasing robotic welding solutions with MIG/MAG/TIG technology at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025.

Cooling Fluids for Demanding Machining Application

With the new Zubora 35 series, Zeller+Gmelin is launching two cooling fluids (CSF) developed for demanding machining tasks in contract and series production.

Geänderte Zulassungsvoraussetzungen für SFM und SFI

Die Zulassungsvoraussetzungen für den Schweißfachmann (SFM) und den Schweißfachingenieur (SFI) wurden geändert.

Automated Cutting and Drilling Processes

Under the trade fair motto "Precise cutting, perfect welding – complete solutions that connect and inspire," Messer Cutting Systems will be showcasing its combined expert...

Optimized Plasma Cutting Performance

The K 200 offers optmized plasma cutting performance with simplified operation and minimal cost.

IIoT-Enabled Thermal Spray Platform Launched

Oerlikon Metco announced the global launch of Sur-face Two, the next evolution in its Surface platform series.

Long-Service Life Contact Tips for Arc Welding

CEP's contact tips are manufactured from a double-walled composite tube, with a shell consisting of highly conductive pure copper and a core of copper-based high-temperat...

Kuka Innovation Award 2026

How can robotics help to make packaging more sustainable? Kuka is looking for creative and innovative ideas in the new round of its Innovation Award.

TIG Torch Design for European Fabricators

This torch line features a redesigned handle and body structure for enhanced cooling, improved durability and operator comfort.

Solutions for Complex Joining Tasks

Scansonic will showcase its latest innovations at the international trade fair SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen, Germany. The focus will be on processing optics for laser-...

Squeezing Type Toggle Clamps Round Body

At SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN Kursunel Kalip will be presenting its fastening elements.

Robot and Turnkey Welding Systems

Yaskawa has been supplying robotic-based turnkey welding systems from its own European system construction for over 40 years.

One Laser Welding Robot for Two Cells

The Italian metalworking company T.P.A. has commissioned laser specialist L-Peak to design a fully automated robotic cell with a six-axis Stäubli robot serving two rotary...

30 Years of Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Technology

On July 2 and 3, Plasmatreat celebrated the 30th anniversary of the patent application for its Openair-Plasma technology with its Technology Days 2025 at the headquarters...

New Partnership in Fossil-Free Steel

SSAB and Metal Solutions have entered a long-term partnership for the supply of decarbonized steel with virtually zero fossil carbon emissions.

i5s Smart Spot Welding-Cobot

The handheld spot welder has been seamlessly integrated into a safe, easy-to-use Cobot automated welding workcell.

Innovative Laserstrahlschweißlösungen

Evosys präsentiert auf der K-Messe 2025 neueste Technologien wie das Evo2Step-Verfahren und die Absorptionsmessung.

Shaping the Future: Berlin Energy Days 2025

At the Berlin Energy Days 2025, more than 100 sessions brought together today’s key energy policy debates and explored the latest advancements driving the energy transiti...

Digital ready in Tagen statt Monaten

Mittelständische Zulieferer stehen unter wachsendem Druck, ihre Produktionsdaten sowohl für interne Optimierungen als auch für den standardisierten Austausch mit digitale...

Welding Table XLNC

Mack will be presenting its new welding table XLNC for demanding welding and assembly work.

Integrated Economizer Regulator

At this year's Schweissen & Schneiden, Hampiaux SAS - Le Lorrain will present its regulators with economizer device.

New LaserHybrid Welding System

Trumpf's product range includes systems for die and panel bending as well as large-format bending machines and fully automated solutions. The company counts on welding te...

Fume Extraction Torches – the New Standard?

Everyone uses fume extraction, right? In reality, there are some hall extraction or other exhaust air systems at the workplace.

Driving Welding Technology forward

In keeping with the motto “Join the future” of this year’s SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen, Germany, Fronius will be focusing on the major drivers in welding technology.

New Robot Families Support China

ABB is expanding its portfolio with three new robot families to support China’s ongoing expansion in advanced manufacturing.

Steel Cutting Goes XXXL

Europe Steel Center in Moerdijk, Netherlands, optimized its production with a customized Element L laser cutting system from Messer Cutting Systems, combining innovation,...

Heavy-Duty Auto-Feed Plate Beveller

The Promotech ABM-50 DD Vario is a self-propelled, heavy-duty bevelling machine engineered to produce bevels up to 50 mm wide - without thermal distortion or a heat-affec...

EU Regional Funding Boosts Jobs and Innovation

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) today published the final report on the research project "Evaluation of the ERDF Programs in the Funding Perio...

Technologies for Arc Welding

Carl Cloos Schweisstechnik will present technologies for arc welding at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 with the focus on the new MIG/MAG welding process Tandem+, robot syste...

Laser Plastic Welding at K

Evosys will present laser welding solutions and developments at the K 2025 (October, 8 through 15) trade fair in Essen, Germany. At this year's fair, the laser plastic we...

Case Study: Tackling Compressed Air Leaks in Automotive Parts Manufacturing with Acoustic Imaging

Facing rising energy costs and increasing pressure to meet CO₂ regulations, an automotive parts manufacturer explored the FLIR Si124 acoustic imaging camera for compresse...

Sustainable Welding Drum

KoniK is a recycled plastic drum designed for welding wire with an improved life cycle. Compared to the traditional cylindrical drum, it offers greater utilisation.

Hexapod H-815 for 24/7 Industrial Processes

Physik Instrumente (PI) has added the new Industrial Hexapod H-815 to its range, a parallel-kinematic precision system developed for use in automated 24/7 industrial proc...

Future-Ready Solutions in Welding Technology

EWM will be presenting tried-and-tested solutions for automated and manual welding with focus on process reliability, digitalization and resource efficiency at SCHWEISSEN...

Mobile Working Station

Strong Hand Tools and BuildPro Tables desgign work stations tailored to the customers' needs.

Clamping Solutions for Any Batch Size

The Sfix system (Smart Fixture) automatically assembles modular clamping fixtures for workpieces, enabling efficient and precise clamping even for small batch sizes.

Raphael Wolfram neuer CEO bei Röchling Industrial

Zum 1. Juli 2025 hat Raphael Wolfram von Franz Lübbers die Führung von Röchling Industrial übernommen, der nach mehr als 50 Jahren im Unternehmen Ende Juni in den Ruhesta...

FMB: Mit neuen Formaten zum 20-jährigen Jubiläum

Die Vorbereitungen für den Branchentreff des Maschinenbaus im November in Bad Salzuflen sind in vollem Gange – mit einigen neuen Formaten zum 20-jährigen Jubiläum.

Solutions for Process Reliability amid Skill Shortages

Deloro will be demonstrating how integrated welding systems and welding materials based on cobalt and nickel ensure greater efficiency, durability and process reliability...

Prima Power Ackquires Sistec AM

Prima Power, a global provider of sheet metal working solutions, has acquired long-standing robotics partner Sistec AM.

Faro Introduces Leap ST Handheld 3D Scanner in Webinar

Faro Technologies, the global player in 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions, recently hosted an exclusive webinar on the launch of the Leap ST.

MIG Wire for Heavy Fabrication Applications

To improve productivity in robotic MIG welding, ESAB has launched OK Autrod 12.51 HP, an ER70S-6/G46 4 copper coated wire.

Efficient Induction Brazing for Ceramic-Steel Joints

The article describes a new brazing technique that involves metallizing the ceramic through vacuum brazing, followed by induction brazing with metal in air using flux. Th...

ABB among TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies

TIME and Statista assessed over 5,000 of the world's largest and most influential companies, considering factors such as revenue, market capitalization and public promine...

Precision, Flexibility, Efficiency - Laser-Based Infrared Welding on the Rise - an Interview

Laser-based infrared welding is becoming increasingly important in response to the demand for precise and flexible processes. Joining Plastics spoke with Beatrice Maus, a...

Electric Shortwave Infrared Heaters

With a heating output of 2 to 18 kW, depending on the model, the electric Apollo hall heater offers an efficient and maintenance-free heat source.

ESAB and EWM Unite

EWM and ESAB are joining forces to shape the future of welding – innovatively, ambitiously and sustainably.

Market Study: Biobased Adhesives

The latest Ceresana report on the global market for bio-based adhesives forecasts that sales of “green” glues will increase to around USD 4.5 billion by 2034.

New Test Method for Fatigue Resistance of Thermoplastics

The SKZ Plastics Center is developing a new testing and evaluation method based on intermittent tensile tests in a research project to efficiently determine application-s...

Liquid Penetrants for Welding

NDT Italiana presents the new liquid penetrants for high temperature, up to 200 °C on hot weldings.

Fronius: Celebrating 80 Years

Founded in 1945 as a regional specialist for radio and electrical equipment, Fronius grew into a global player driven by team spirit and perseverance.

Europas Autobauer installieren 23.000 neue Roboter

Die europäische Automobilindustrie investiert mit insgesamt 23.000 installierten Industrierobotern auf anhaltend hohem Niveau in die Automation der Fertigung.

New OCT Generation Optimizes Laser Welding Processes

Blackbird Robotersysteme, a provider of system solutions for remote laser welding, is presenting several new products at the Laser World of Photonics trade fair in Munich...

ITSC 2026 in Bangkok: Call for Papers

Die weltweit führende Fachveranstaltung im Bereich der thermischen Beschichtungstechnik kommt vom 18. bis 20. März 2026 wieder nach Asien.

Soldering and Welding Equipement

Since founding the company in 1919, in Baden-Württemberg (Germany) Perkeo has been manufacturing gas soldering and associated equipment.

New Control for MIG/MAG XQ Welding Machines

Quality paired with efficiency and flexibility – the Expert 3.0 control from EWM allows for precise settings and optimum adaptation to specific welding tasks.

Fronius feiert 80. Firmenjubiläum

Gegründet 1945 als Fachwerkstätte für Radio- und Elektrogeräte, hat sich das Unternehmen zu einem unverzichtbaren Partner der internationalen Industrie entwickelt.

ITSC 2026 Bangkok: Call for Papers

The world’s leading specialist event in the field of thermal spray technology (ITSC) will take place from March 18 through 20, 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Conventi...

New Laser Scan Systems for Micromachining and Multi-Head Setup

Scanlab showcased numerous new products at the Laser World of Photonics trade fair in Munich, Germany.

WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Releases Impact Report

Capturing the size and impact of the 47th WorldSkills Competition, the newly released WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Impact Report carries forward the legacy of the event.

Drive Tech and Sensors Powering the Next Robotics Revolution

Under the motto “We empower the next robotic revolution”, the Wittenstein group presented innovative solutions specifically for industrial and medical robotics at the aut...

Bohren, Gewindeschneiden, Entgraten - ohne Werkzeugwechsel

Mit dem Ultimatecut Kombi-Maschinengewindebohrers erhalten Anwender ein Werkzeug, mit dem Arbeitsprozesse deutlich verkürzt und mit höherer Profitabilität erledigt werden...

ESAB und EWM schließen sich zusammen

EWM und ESAB geben eine Transaktion bekannt, die die Zukunft der Schweißtechnik entscheidend mitgestalten wird.

Fraunhofer IWS Annual Report: Light at Work

This annual report, “Light at Work,” offers a window into how collaborative research with industrial and academic partners translates into impactful, real-world innovatio...

Partnership between Denmark and Germany for Europe’s Energy Transition

Germany and Denmark are intensifying their offshore energy partnership, focusing on cross-border projects that will accelerate the European energy transition.

Harald Scherleitner New President of the European Welding Association

Harald Scherleitner, Chief Sales Officer (CSO) of Fronius International GmbH, will take over as president of the European Welding Association (EWA) for the next two-year...

Harald Scherleitner neuer Präsident der European Welding Association

Harald Scherleitner, Chief Sales Officer (CSO) der Fronius International GmbH, übernimmt ab Ende Juni 2025 das Amt des Präsidenten der European Welding Association (EWA).

Laser Joining Has Never Been So Flexible and User-Friendly

The tactile laser optics MPH Tactile from Abicor Binzel is a system that can cover a wide range of applications – without time-consuming and costly conversions.

Consortium Study Explores the Potential of the Industrial Metaverse

With the newly launched consortium study “MetaVision - Vision Applications powered by the Industrial Meta-verse”, the Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineer...

Mit Schutzgas die Porosität reduzieren

Das handgeführte Laserstrahlschweißen zeichnet sich durch hohe Schweißgeschwindigkeiten und eine gezielte Energieeinbringung aus, was zu minimalem Schweißverzug und gerin...

Low Temperature Joining of Ni-Based Superalloys with Ni-Nanoparticles

This article explores joining with nickel nanoparticles, which melt and sinter at lower temperatures than bulk nickel - offering a promising alternative to conventional b...

Optimierung einer neuentwickelten Fe-basierten Lotfolie zum Fügen von rostfreiem Stahl

20 Jahre Cold Metal Transfer-Schweißverfahren

Fronius feiert das 20-jährige Jubiläum seines Cold Metal Transfer-Schweißverfahrens (CMT), dass seit der Einführung im Jahr 2005 die Schweißwelt nachhaltig verändert hat.

Fronius: Celebrating 20 Years of CMT

The CMT process is based on a reversing wire movement that enables controlled droplet detachment. This movement ensures a stable arc and minimizes heat input.

Lokales Fügen von rotationssymmetrischen Multimaterialbauteilen durch Laserstrahl- und Induktionslöten

Der Beitrag beschreibt die systematische Entwicklung zur Identifikation von Material- und Prozessparametern. Dabei werden die Materialpaarungen, Fügewerkstoffe sowie die...

77 % of Germans Want Robots in the Workplace

The majority of employees in Germany believe that robot deployment in factories will ensure competitiveness. Three out of four are convinced that robotics can help allevi...

Röchling Group Remains Stable Despite Challenges

In 2024, the Röchling Group remained overall stable despite a challenging market environment.

Lernen beim Schweißen

Das Elektrotechnik- und Automatisierungsunternehmen Weidmüller entwickelt ein Industrial Analytics Tool zur Kontrolle der Rührreibschweißprozesse der Grenzebach Gruppe.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025: Ticket Shop Now Open

The ticket shop for SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 is now live. Trade visitors can secure their admission for the world’s leading trade fair for joining, cutting and surfaci...

77 % der Deutschen befürworten Roboter am Arbeitsplatz

Die große Mehrheit der Beschäftigten in Deutschland ist der Meinung, dass Roboter in der Fabrik die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit des Landes sichern.

ABB Invests in Renewable Energy Storage Specialist Hesstec

ABB announced a strategic minority investment in Hesstec, a company based in Spain which specializes in hybridized energy storage system (HESS) and battery energy storage...

GF Receives German Innovation Award

The Swiss flow solutions provider received the German Innovation Award in the Excellence in Machines & Engineering category on May 13 in Berlin, Germany.

PFAS-Free Polymer Processing Aids

Getting ready for the K’ 2025 trade fair in Duesseldorf, Germany, Clariant announced the launch of its new AddWorks PPA product line, a new generation of PFAS-free polyme...

Sustainable, Low-Cost Batteries for Electric Vehicles

Electric mobility is making great strides in Germany and across Europe. Building further momentum will require an extensive build-out of production capacity for battery c...

Zeller+Gmelin Opens New Production Site in China

Zeller+Gmelin officially opened its new production site in Huzhou, China, on May 8, 2025. Numerous customers, partners, employees and representatives of the city governme...

Manufacturing Industry Gathered at WIN EURASIA

WIN EURASIA, the meeting point of technologies shaping the future of the manufacturing industry, was held at the Istanbul Expo Center, Turkiye, from May 28 through 31, 20...

Saudi Arabia Launches Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center

The global industrial sector is witnessing a major shift with the adoption of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies. This is prompting countries to reconsider t...

Neue Fertigungshalle am Standort Haiger

Mit der Fertigstellung der neuen Halle 14 setzt Cloos ein Zeichen für Wachstum und Innovationskraft am Stammsitz in Haiger.

New Xiris NIR Weld Camera Released

Xiris Automation announces the release of its NIR (Near Infrared) Weld Camera System with a 140+ dB High Dynamic Range (HDR) imaging capability with advanced NIR illumina...

MPA Conference 2025: Earlybird Registration Open

Registration for the MPA Conference in 2025 is open and Earlybird discounted rates are granted through June 27, 2025.

Metal Show & TIB 2025 Successfully Concluded

High engagement, solution-driven dialogue and cutting-edge technology – these were the defining elements of this year’s edition of Romania’s largest technical trade fair.

TSS President’s Award 2025 für Fraunhofer-IWS-Wissenschaftlerin

Dr. Filofteia-Laura Toma, Senior Research Scientist am Fraunhofer-Institut für Werkstoff- und Strahltechnik IWS in Dresden, wurde mit dem TSS President’s Award for Merito...

Alle Gasflaschen im Blick

Das barcodegestützte Behälterverfolgungssystem Accura Cylinder Management ermöglicht per Webapplikation einen aktuellen Überblick über den Bestand von Gasflaschen.

Stress Crack Resistance of Plastics

A pioneering SKZ project developed the first time-lapse method to quantitatively assess stress crack failure in plastics exposed to media.

Acoustic Monitoring for Laser Processing

Acoustic emissions expose whether a laser process runs steadily or drifts off course. Fraunhofer IWS develops acoustic monitoring systems that evaluate laser machining di...

ABB Acquires BrightLoop

ABB announced it has signed an agreement to acquire BrightLoop, a French innovator in advanced power electronics, to accelerate its electrification strategy in industrial...

Gas Consumption Down 40 Per Cent

In arc welding shielding gas is a valuable resource. Too much or too little impairs the quality of the welding result and while production is an energy-intensive process,...

Robots Installed in US Auto Industry Up

Automakers in the United States have invested in more automation: total installations of industrial robots in the car industry increased by 10.7 %, reaching 13,700 units...

Precise Fault Detection in Plastics Processing

The SKZ Plastics Center presents modern solutions for high-precision detection of even the smallest defects in plastic products.

Trumpf Opens New Smart Factory

Global technology company Trumpf officially opened a new Smart Factory in Farmington CT, USA, that expands local production of machine tools and demonstrates advanced man...

Minus 40 Prozent Gas dank intelligenter Regelung

Beim Lichtbogenschweißen spielt die optimale Dosierung des Schutzgases eine wichtige Rolle. Ein Zuviel oder Zuwenig beeinträchtigt die Qualität des Ergebnisses.

How Factories Can Properly Plan Energy Storage Systems

The Chemnitz Research Institute presents ESiP Analyze which enables technical and economic evaluation of potential uses for energy storage systems in factories.

Staffelübergabe im Vorsitz des ISO/TC 44/SC 10 beim DIN in Berlin

Am 20. Mai 2025 fand beim Deutschen Institut für Normung (DIN) in Berlin die Sitzung des internationalen Normungsgremiums ISO/TC 44/SC 10 statt.

Clever Minds and AI for Greater Efficiency in Manufacturing

AI has established itself as a cornerstone of Trumpf’s business, enhancing everything from training programs to machine tools and laser technology.

Customer Symposium at Cloos

Carl Cloos Schweißtechnik GmbH held its annual customer conference, the Cloos Tech Day, on 8 May, 2025 under the motto "Welding technology & automation..."

Research Partnership for AI-Supported Welding Process Optimization

Under the title Spark Science Center, TU Graz and voestalpine Böhler Welding are jointly developing AI-supported solutions to optimize welding processes.

Between Strain and Productivity

Welders in shipyards face high physical and mental demands, while welding torches must withstand heavy use and consistently deliver reliable results.

Trends Impacting Metal Additive Manufacturing

With the broader 3D printing industry, which encompasses material subspecialities like polymers, ceramics and electronics, metal additive manufacturing (AM) has particula...

Train-the-Trainer-Workshop: NachhaltigH2

Im Rahmen des BMBF-Programms Nachhaltig im Beruf – zukunftsorientiert ausbilden (NIB) findet der Train-the-Trainer-Workshop des Projekts NachhaltigH2 statt.

Stronger and Safer Aluminium

Stronger and safer: New design strategy for aluminium combines strength with hydrogen embrittlement resistance.

EWM Again Honoured as Innovation Leader

With the highest score of 100.0 points, the welding technology expert EWM is No. 1 ‘Innovation Leader 2025’ in the electrical engineering segment, per F.A.Z. Institue and...

Fraunhofer IWS Scientist Receives TSS President’s Award

Dr. Filofteia-Laura Toma, Senior research scientist at the Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS in Dresden, has been named the recipient of the 2025...

Replique Nominated for German Founder Award

Replique, the on-demand manufacturing platform for industrial parts, has been nominated for the German Founder Award 2025 (Deutscher Gründerpreis) in the “StartUp” catego...

Germany on Track Towards Climate Targets

Are the climate targets within reach based on the country’s current climate policy? This is the question the German Environment Agency wanted to answer in its 2025 greenh...

Plasma Technology in the Automotive Industry

In the rapidly changing automotive industry, the focus is on technologies that increase efficiency, performance and sustainability in equal measure. Plasma technology pla...

Einfacher Zugang zur Digitalisierung des Schweißens

Mit der cloudbasierten Softwarelösung WeldCube Air löst Fronius für Schweißbetriebe mehrere Herausforderungen, die sonst großen Aufwand verursachen.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN: Future Hub Debuts with Industry Highlights

From September 15 through 19, 2025, SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN once again brings together the global  joining, cutting and surfacing community at Messe Essen, Germany.

Another Area of Tension for Joining Technology in the 21st Century

The design spaces in industry and handicrafts are subject to a continuous process of change due to constantly changing technical, social and legal conditions. This change...

Two Pillars of Productivity in Robotic Welding

A recent poll by Cloos North America highlighted a near-even split among respondents, underscoring the critical importance of both factors, precision and accuracy vs. upt...

Win Eurasia 2025

The robotics sector, aiming to surpass 8,500 robot sales in the Turkish market this year, plans to showcase a wide range of robotic production technologies at Win Eurasia...

Revcoo Decarbonises Industry by Capturing CO₂ from Factories with Unprecedented Technology

Revcoo aims to reverse climate change by tackling CO₂ emissions in the industrial sector. The startup has developed a technological innovation to capture carbon dioxide d...

Becherboden clever und nachhaltig einschweißen

Die Herstellung nachhaltiger Lebensmittelverpackungen wie Getränkebecher bietet noch ein großes Optimierungspotenzial. Das zeigt die innovative Lösung eines Start-ups aus...

Flexibly Configurable System for Short Set-up Times

With the new rapid clamping system Flexline R Roemheld expands its product portfolio with a particularly sturdy solution for the automatic clamping of dies of different s...

Metso Awarded a Multi-Stage Grinding Equipment Order

Metso has been awarded an order to deliver key grinding equipment for a greenfield iron ore processing plant in the State of Odisha in India. The order value, which is no...

Know-how aus Schlüsselindustrien vereint

Am 2. und 3. Juli bringt Herrmann Ultraschall erneut führende Unternehmen und Institute bei den Ultrasonic Tech Days zusammen.

Fronius set to unveil groundbreaking innovations

In keeping with the motto of this year’s trade fair “Join the future”, Fronius will be focusing on the major drivers in welding technology.

Smarter welding: with alternating current

Welding with alternating current (AC) is often underestimated in arc welding. However, it offers clear advantages wherever welding with direct current (DC) reaches its li...

Working Together to Tackle Key Challenges in Robotic Welding

In a recent LinkedIn poll, we asked the welding community to weigh in on the most valuable feature for a robotic welding solution. The results were clear - though divided...

Automated and sustainable solutions for new market challenges

Nowadays, products are experiencing progressively shorter life cycles, demanding businesses to enhance their production flexibility. The key to navigating this challenge...

Deutscher Hightech-Mittelstand braucht entschlossenes Handeln

Eine Spectaris-Mitgliederumfrage zeigt eine Investitionszurückhaltung und zunehmende Belastungen durch internationale Handelsverwerfungen und eine überbordende Regulierun...

State-of-the-art Circular Tech Automation

Foxway has reached a major milestone with the launch of its advanced automated warehouse system at its largest processing center in Tartu, Estonia. Originally built in 20...

ISAM 2025: Last Chance to Register!

Fraunhofer IWS is entering the final stage of preparations for the 6th International Symposium on Additive Manufacturing (ISAM 2025), from May 21–23, 2025, at Fraunhofer...

Fronius Set to Unveil Groundbreaking Innovations

In keeping with the motto of this year’s trade fair “Join the future”, Fronius will be focusing on the major drivers in welding technology. Quality requirements are risin...

K 2025: Kunststoffe und Kreislaufwirtschaft

Die K 2025 hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, zentrale Themen unserer Zeit aufzugreifen. Eines ihrer drei Hot Topics lautet: Shaping the circular economy.

Kemppi's Turnover for 2024 Reached EUR 159.0 Million

Kemppi Oy, a family-owned company based in Lahti, Finland, specializing in the design and manufacture of arc welding equipment and software, as well as the production and...

Stromae: Live Performance with KUKA Robotics

Belgian musician Stromae rose to fame with global hits such as ‘Alors on danse’, and his live shows are considered spectacular. On his Multitude Tour 2022/23, he was acco...

Overcoming the Top Challenges in Automating Welding Operations

The welding industry is evolving, but significant challenges remain as companies explore automation to enhance their operations. Recently, we conducted a LinkedIn poll to...

FARO Technologies’ Quantum X FaroArm Series Enhances Portable Metrology

FARO Technologies, Inc., the global leader in 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions, highlights its Quantum X FaroArm Series, a configurable and scalable metr...

Unternehmensfilm: Wir sind Teil der Lösung

Die Firma aquatherm zeigt mit einem neuem Unternehmensfilm, wie innovative Rohrleitungssysteme die Zukunft mitgestalten.

voestalpine Böhler Welding Unveils Supermartensitic Overlay Solution

voestalpine Böhler Welding, a global leader in welding solutions, has announced a groundbreaking advancement in the durability of continuous casting rollers. Through the...

Plasmatreat Presents Plasma Solutions at The Battery Show Europe 2025

Plasmatreat, the world's leading developer and manufacturer of atmospheric pressure plasma technology, is presenting its innovative surface treatment solutions at the Bat...

SW Establishes Subsidiary in India

Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH (SW) is further expanding its global footprint with the opening of a new subsidiary in Pune, India, effective April 1, 2025. This move...

Neuer Look, neuer Name, gleiche Leidenschaft

Das Unternehmen startet den Roll-out eines neuen Markenauftritts, der auch die Erweiterung des Namens von Pferd zu Pferd Tools mit sich bringt.

Automated and Sustainable Solutions for New Market Challenges

Precise and automated machinery emerges as a cornerstone in maintaining quality, accuracy and aesthetics in manufacturing processes. With the industry facing a shortage o...

Advanced Handheld Scanning Solution Enhances Precision and Efficiency

Faro Technologies, Inc., the global leader in 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions, recently hosted an exclusive webinar on the launch of the Leap ST.

Next Generation Additive Manufacturing

Scanlab GmbH, the leading and independent OEM manufacturer of laser scanning solutions, and 1000 Kelvin GmbH, developer of the Physics-AI platform AMAIZE, announce an inn...

The industry adores Industrial Spring

On social media, under publications about the Industrial Spring, you can read a comment like this: "These were the most important industrial events of 2025 in Poland"—it...

The Revolution of High-Speed Machining

Manufacturing and machining processes have evolved dramatically over the decades. One of the most transformative developments in recent years is the rise of high-speed ma...

ABB Plans to Spin off its Robotics Division

ABB announced today that it will launch a process to propose to its Annual General Meeting 2026 to decide on a 100 percent spin-off of its Robotics division.

BBW Lasertechnik Introduces New Laser Turning Service

Manufacturing specialist BBW Lasertechnik is expanding its service portfolio to include the innovative laser turning process. This technology allows for the machining of...

Laser Welding Brought to Quantum Technology

Researchers at Fraunhofer IZM have developed a laser beam welding process that works without adhesives to connect Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) with optical fibers...

Easing into the World of Digitized Welding

Fronius' cloud-based software solution brings transparency to welding operations and grants a clear overview of welding certificates and welding procedure specifications...

Ceresana Report on the Global Market for Plastic Pipes

Ceresana has analyzed the global market for pipes, pipe components, and fittings made of PVC, polyethylene and other polymers for the seventh time.

New Business Segment for Schweißdraht Luisenthal

Schweißdraht Luisenthal (SDL), a company of the Saarstahl Group, is expanding its product portfolio to include a third product line: a new metallic powder for laser cladd...

Smart Flow Solutions Driving Industrial Transformation

As industries worldwide undergo rapid modernization, the demand for efficient, lightweight and corrosion-resistant fluid control systems has surged. The plastic valves ma...

What a Welding Cobot Can Do

Anyone using a welding cobot like the iBOTone for the first time will be amazed at the welding results and how easy it is to operate.

Industrial Spring 2025 Successfully Concluded

With 600 exhibitors from 30 countries spread across nine expo halls and nearly 1,000 machines in live operation, the event attracted 23,500 industry participants, complet...

Prototypes and Series Parts

In a world where product life cycles are shortening year on year, metalworking companies are required to launch new products on the market at ever shorter intervals. At t...

WorldSkills Conference 2026

The global skills community will gather together in September 2026 in Shanghai, China. Save the date and register for updates.

China investiert 1 Billion Yuan in Robotik- und Hightech-Industrie

Die Staatliche Kommission für Entwicklung und Reform Chinas hat angekündigt, einen öffentlich geförderten Wagniskapitalfonds für Robotik, künstliche Intelligenz und Spitz...

Cyberresilienz im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau steigt

Eine neue VDMA-Studie zeigt: Erstmals stellen Social Engineering und Phishing die größten Cyber-Bedrohungen für Unternehmen dar, gefolgt von menschlichem Fehlverhalten un...

ABB completes sale of key urban development plot to the City of Zurich

As part of the initial contract signed in 2021, ABB will record pre-tax operational gain on sale of approximately 120 million Swiss francs in the first quarter 2025 and r...

Röchling Industrial Starts 17-Million-Euro Construction Project in Xanten

The plastics processor Röchling Industrial is investing over 17 million euro in the expansion of the Xanten site. In several construction phases, the site will be extensi...

Accelerated Growth, with a 4-fold Increase in Annual Sales

Despite what we're hearing about the pace of development of the green hydrogen sector in Europe, Lhyfe has managed to hold its own thanks to a strategy that's clearly pay...

EcoVadis awards Gold medal for exemplary sustainability standards

Exide Technologies has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold rating for 2025 in recognition of its commitment to exemplary sustainability standards.

Is it worth investing in a welding cobot?

Welding cobots are taking on more and more tasks – but how good are they really? Igor Welder puts one of them to the test.

ABB ranked second top Swiss company for patent applications

With 540 patent applications, ABB has secured second place among Swiss companies in the European Patent Office’s (EPO) Patent Index 2024, jumping from fourth place in 202...

Swiss Steel Group stays on strategic path amidst challenging market conditions

In a weak market environment, sales volume of Swiss Steel Group declined by 5.1% to 1,056 kilotons in 2024, with revenue falling by 14.3% to EUR 2,432 million. EBITDA imp...

Goldmedaille für Leistungen in den Bereichen Umwelt und Soziales

Swiss Steel Group, ein Anbieter von Speziallangstahl, wurde von EcoVadis, der renommierten Plattform für Nachhaltigkeitsbewertungen globaler Lieferketten, mit der Goldmed...

New office for the Benelux region

Plasmatreat continues to grow and opens a new office for the Benelux region. Also, Job van Galen takes over the management of the newly founded subsidiary in Eindhoven, t...

Introducing TotalCare From Dickson

The Dickson Company, a leader in environmental monitoring solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of TotalCare and TotalCare Plus, a new 24/7 global support program...

Neue Hochleistungsspiegel für die Laserfusion

Im Forschungsprojekt SHARP werden neuartige Hochleistungsspiegel entwickelt, um das Laserlicht bei Fusionskraftwerken von der Strahlquelle bis zur winzigen Brennstoffkug...

bauforumstahl fordert Maßnahmen für eine starke und nachhaltige Zukunft

Deutschland steht als Wirtschaftsstandort aktuell vor enormen Herausforderungen – insbesondere die Stahlbaubranche sieht sich seit längerem mit steigenden Energiekosten,...

ABB and Charbone Hydrogen sign agreement

ABB and Charbone Hydrogen Corporation – an integrated green hydrogen production company based in Montreal, Canada – have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreem...

Zehn Punkte für wettbewerbsfähigen Innovationsstandort Deutschland

Führende Wirtschaftsverbände und die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft haben zehn zentrale Forderungen an die Politik für einen wettbewerbsfähigen Innovationsstandort Deutschland v...

Syensqo announces strategic partnership with Politubes

Syensqo, a leader in specialty polymers, and Politubes, a renowned manufacturer of flexible multi-layered spiral-wound tubes and insulator caps components, have announced...

New fields of application for flexible OCT edge tracking

Blackbird Robotersysteme GmbH, manufacturer of system solutions for remote laser welding, has significantly advanced its award-winning solution for OCT edge tracking.

Trade Fair in South East Europe: METAL SHOW & TIB 2025

From 13 to 16 May 2025, METAL SHOW & TIB 2025 will take place in Romania's largest exhibition hall for the metalworking industry and the equipment and technology sector.

Policy Package for Energy Transition

The German Bundestag passed significant energy policy initiatives aimed at supporting Germany’s energy transition and the integration of renewable energy sources.

Tactile laser joining in rail vehicle construction

Structural parts such as the side walls of rail vehicles must be particularly stable. Laser beam welding has proven its worth here.

Robotics Research: How Asia, Europe and America Invest

Economies around the world are investing in robotics to support industry and society. But government research and development (R&D) programs are following different strat...

Weltroboterverband vergibt Auszeichnung an Dr.-Ing. Caren Dripke

Dr.-Ing. Caren Dripke wurde vom Weltroboterverband International Federation of Robotics (IFR) mit dem Award „IFR's 10 Women Shaping the Future of Robotics in 2025“ ausgez...

Customized New Steels for Offshore Wind Farms

Steel specialist Dillinger has developed new steel types together with materials scientists from Saarland University, mechanical engineers from RWTH Aachen University and...

AM: Efficiently Removing Supports

Some process steps in Additive Manufacturing, such as removing support structures, are still undergoing constant development. Toolcraft has started using dry ice blasting...

Industrial Spring 2025

The Exhibition of Metal Processing Technologies and its accompanying events are set to be notable, as in previous years. In 2025, Industrial Spring will feature two addit...

Digitalisation Key to Circular Economy

The synergies between the trending topics of circular economy and digital transformation were demonstrated at the KPA trade fair in Ulm, Germany using current application...

Paving the Way for Digitalization

The first welding robot cell has been upgraded to the G4 Welding Robot System – and the de-installed components will function as a source for spare parts for the second o...

ABB Acquires Siemens' Wiring Accessories Business in China

ABB announced it has completed the acquisition of Siemens' Wiring Accessories business in China, to broaden ABB’s market reach and complement its regional customer offeri...

Nordmann auf der European Coatings Show 2025

Der international tätige Chemiedistributor Nordmann präsentiert sich vom 25. bis 27. März 2025 gemeinsam mit seinen Partnern Ergon International, Honeywell, Olin und SNCZ...

Messewirtschaft startet in den stärksten Monat des Jahres

Die deutsche Messewirtschaft macht den März zum #MesseMonatMärz: Mehr als 50 der mehr als 310 Messen des Jahres werden in den kommenden vier Wochen eröffnet.

Efficient Production Scaling

Caracol, specialist in large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM), announced the launch of its high-throughput xHF Extruder, a new component to boost productivity with a...

What To Do About Arc Eye

A moment of carelessness in the workshop leads to intense eye pain from exposure to the dazzling plasma, highlighting the risks of working with welding equipment.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025: "We Must Embrace the Challenge"

Digitization and communication are the key topics of SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN (September 15 through 19, 2025 in Essen, Germany). A highlight will be the first-ever presenta...

Robotik-Forschung: Wie Asien, Europa und Amerika investieren

Die International Federation of Robotics analysiert mit dem Report „World Robotics R&D Programs 2025“ offizielle Förderprogramme in Asien, Europa und Amerika.

78th IIW Annual Assembly

The 78th IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference on Welding and Joining will occur at Europe’s leading business, leisure and entertainment destination, Magazzini...

Series Inverter Resistance Welding Power Supply

With a compact design for optimal system integration, the IS-Q series is designed to be used in combination with mechanical, pneumatical or motorised weld heads. This tec...

Which Inspection Method is Best for Your Automated Application?

Different test methods are used in robot or automated welding to detect defects. The e-book “All you need to know about automated weld inspection” from Abicor Binzel, thi...

New Management at Evosys Laser Services

Evosys Laser Services officially announces the appointment of Thomas Eckert as its new Managing Director. With his experience as head of a sales team in the fastener indu...

Flexible OCT Edge Tracking for Remote Laser Welding

As part of a new software release for edge tracking via optical coherence tomography (OCT), Blackbird presents a new feature developed specifically for the complex requir...

Non-Contact Welding Process for Thermoplastic Polymers

Infrared welding is now a proven technology frequently used for joining thermoplastic polymers. The key reasons for its widespread use are the non-contact melting of weld...

OCT-Kantenverfolgung für das Remote-Laserstrahlschweißen

Im Rahmen eines neuen Software-Releases für die Kantenverfolgung mittels optischer Kohärenztomographie (OCT) präsentiert Blackbird eine Funktionserweiterung.

Umweltfreundlichere Elektronikprodukte durch neues Molding-Verfahren

Forschende am Fraunhofer IZM arbeiten gemeinsam mit internationalen Partnern an der Entwicklung eines neuen Spritzgussverfahrens, das fortschrittliche elektronische Funkt...

New Group Leader of SKZ Materials Development

Dr. Oliver Tröppner took over the Materials Development Group at the SKZ Plastics Center. This means the Würzburg Institute has chosen a successor from within its own org...

Polymer Welding Experts Required for Standards Development

Standards committees in both the UK and overseas are looking for new members to help with the development of standards in plastics welding.

Germany's Electricity Mix Cleaner than Ever

In Germany, net public electricity generation from renewable energy sources reached a record share of 62.7 % in 2024. The Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems IS...

Focus on Customer Needs

The standard parts manufacturer Meusburger is meeting the current challenges in mould and die making with a strategic combination of efficiency and more digitalisation.

Choosing the Right Robotic Welding Partner

In today’s manufacturing landscape selecting a partner that not only delivers advanced welding technology but also offers ongoing support to keep operations running smoot...

Infrastructure is Key Factor for Energy Transition

Wires, cables and pipes are often referred to as the lifelines of our modern society. Many may now think directly of the supply of essentials such as electricity and the...

Optimised Programme and User Management

With the new C-Gate Operation Module, Cloos is advancing the digital transformation of welding production to offer a better solution for more efficiency and safety in pro...

On the Road to Net Zero

Carbon-neutral production and a 90 % reduction in emissions along the value chain: Kuka Group has set itself comprehensive environmental targets for 2050.

Spectroscopy and AI Keep Eye on Ageing of Plastics

The increasing use of plastics requires a sustainable circular economy, i.e. the cyclical reuse of plastics after the end-of-life of products.

Tactile Laser Welding in Automobile Production

In automotive production, where time is critical, weld and brazed seams must be applied swiftly and reliably, with tactile laser welding proving itself for special requir...

Safety in Hydrogen Transportation and Storage

Hydrogen is a highly topical issue and more and more components, such as pipelines, must be able to withstand the use of hydrogen.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 – Die Branche gestaltet ihre Zukunft

Die SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 steht unter dem Motto „Join the Future“ und zeigt sich bereits jetzt als Dreh- und Angelpunkt der Füge-, Trenn- und Beschichtungstechnik-B...

New Management at Blackbird Robotics

As of February 2025, Dr. Rüdiger Brockmann has been appointed as CEO and takes over the business from Karl Christian Messer at the system solutions provider for robot-ass...

Clean Material Surfaces

Stainless steel welds should be thoroughly cleaned after TIG welding to prevent corrosion, while impurities should also be removed during pre-cleaning or intermediate ste...

Versatile Handheld Scanner

The new handheld solution is a new addition to the Faro's product portfolio, offering customers a complete range of portable 3D metrology devices.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 – The Industry Shapes Its Future

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025, with the motto "Join the Future," is already emerging as the central hub of the joining, cutting and coating technology industry. Dr.-Ing. Ro...

Thermoplastic Composite Pipes

Strohm, a global thermoplastic composite pipe (TCP) company, has been awarded a contract to supply 33 km of its TCP flowline for Aramco’s Fadhili gas plant in Saudi Arabi...

Hot Air Welders for Air Treatment Systems

During a product demonstration, Leister showed the advantages of the Penweld A and Penweld S hot-air welders at Air Clean, a company that has been developing and producin...

Plastics Expertise for English Speakers

The courses “Basics of plastic materials” and “Basics of plastics technology” provide an introduction to the world of plastics, especially for career changers, young prof...

New UV Adhesive for PV Modules

Panacol has developed a new UV adhesive specifically for foil lamination of organic (OPV) and perovskite-based (PSC) photovoltaic systems.

A Boost for Electrical Steel Sheet

The commissioning of the new annealing and insulating line in Bochum, Germany is an important milestone for thyssenkrupp Steel Europe (tkSE). The electrical steel strip p...

Cambridge Vacuum Engineering Appoints New Sales & Marketing Director

With demand for its electron beam welding technologies on the rise, Cambridge Vacuum Engineering (CVE) announces the appointment of Luke Sansby as Global Sales and Marke...

Sheet Metal Press Expands Forming Capabilities

With its order for an additional Flexform fluid cell press from Quintus Technologies, Piper Industrial Manufacturing Company (Pimco) is expanding its equipment inventory...

Expertise in Aluminium Welding

Allucan AG was founded in 1962 in Bremgarten, Switzerland. The company's portfolio encompasses the production of prototypes and series components for various industries.

Kompetenz beim Aluminiumschweißen

Die Allucan AG hat sich als führendes Unternehmen in der Aluminiumverarbeitung etabliert. Für das manuelle Schweißen setzen die Aluminium-Experten auf Fronius Multiproze...

On the Way to a Cost-Effective Sodium Battery

The use of sodium batteries promises both economic and ecological advantages. In order to further increase the efficiency in the production of the ceramic electrolyte, an...

The Future of AI

The USA will be investing 500 billion dollars in building modern AI infrastructures. While Germany risks falling behind, centron is showing how the German middle class ca...

Top 5 Robotik-Trends 2025 weltweit

Die International Federation of Robotics berichtet über die wichtigsten Trends, die die Robotik und Automation im Jahr 2025 prägen werden.

Green Hydrogen Research in the U.S.

Innomotics, a global manufacturer for electric motors and large drive systems, has received an order from the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Labora...

Vahle Group tritt innoclub bei

Die Vahle GmbH & Co. KG, ein Systemanbieter für mobile Industrieanwendungen, ist dem innoclub beigetreten – einem exklusiven Innovationsnetzwerk in Dortmund und dem West...

Lantek's New Subsidiary in Japan

Lantek, a sheet metal software company, achieves another milestone as part of its strategic growth plan with the opening of a new subsidiary and local team in Japan.

Automation of Post Processing Operations

For automating the previously conducted manual post processing operation Aitiip Technology Center purchased a S1 shot blasting machine from AM Solutions.

3D Printing for Space Exploration and Innovation

On January 22, 2025, the TruPrint 3000, a state-of-the-art 3D metal printing system, was officially inaugurated at the Materials Testing Institute (MPA) of the University...

With Machine Learning to High-Performance Photovoltaics

Researchers at KIT demonstrate that machine learning (ML) is a crucial tool for improving the measurement technology required for the commercial production of perovskite...

Management-Studie: Wirtschaft muss sich auf Rezession einstellen

Im aktuellen United Interim Wirtschaftsreport 2025 wird deutlich: Deutschland kann die wirtschaftlichen Herausforderungen nur mit tiefgreifenden Reformen bewältigen. Führ...

CNC Unison Tube Bender for Aircraft Exhaust Line

Wall Colmonoy Oklahoma City OK, USA, increases productivity with a new CNC Unison Breeze 80mm Electric Pipe and Tube Draw Bender.

TOP 5 Global Robotics Trends 2025

The global market value of industrial robot installations has reached an all-time high of US$ 16.5 billion. Future demand will be driven by a number of technological inno...

JEC Composites Innovation Award 2025

The Multi Functional Fuselage Demonstrator (“MFFD”), which was developed in the European Clean Sky 2/Clean Aviation programme with the involvement of the Fraunhofer-Gesel...

Biogenic Carbon Content Testing and Verification

TÜV SÜD is setting a clear signal in favor of sustainability and transparency by expanding its advanced testing and verification services for determining biogenic carbon...

Clamshell Split Frame Machine

A new I.D. boring module for their COHOG clamshell split frame machine that bolts directly onto the rotating ring to permit beveling and boring simultaneously has been in...

The Future of Automation

To prepare for the future, Pflanzelt invested in a new production hall – complete with an almost fully automated cutting area consisting of two cutting systems and materi...

IIW 2025 Digital Collection Welded Art Photographic Exhibition

The objective of the IIW photographic exhibition is to raise greater awareness to people worldwide and at all age levels, of the need to protect the world’s life supporti...

The Evolution of Welding Automation

Welding automation has rapidly evolved from a luxury to an industry necessity, but how did we get here and why should manufacturers care now more than ever?

Automatisierte Schweißlösungen bei OMAS

Ein Beispiel für den erfolgreichen Einsatz automatisierter Schweißlösungen ist das italienische Unternehmen OMAS. Durch die Integration von ABB-Schweißrobotern in Kombina...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN Goes Digital

With the first IF Digital Award powered by SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN, digital solutions will be in the spotlight on the international trade fair stage in Essen from Septembe...

Innovative Hydrogen Injection Technology

hyssenkrupp At.Pro tec, in collaboration with consortium partners, has secured a € 1.8 Mio research grant from the European Union's Research Fund to develop an innovative...

Industrial Spring 2025

From March 25 through 28, the Kielce Exhibition and Congress Centre will host the Industrial Spring – one of Poland's most meaningful events dedicated to the industrial s...

Leadership Transition at SLV Halle GmbH

At the turn of the year, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Steffen Keitel will step down as managing director of SLV Halle. Dipl.-Ing. Steffen Wagner has already been appointed as the new...

Teka wird neuer Sponsor der „Young Welders Competition“

Die TEKA Absaug- und Entsorgungstechnologie GmbH ist ab sofort neuer Sponsor des Nachwuchswettbewerbs „Young Welders Competition“.

Innovation and Sustainability in Welding

Welding is one of the fundamental processes in the manufacturing industry. In this context, Comau, specialist in industrial automation, is combining advanced technologies...

The Future of Jobs Report 2025

Technological change, geoeconomic fragmentation, economic uncertainty, demographic shifts and the green transition are among the major drivers expected to shape and trans...

Market Study: Adhesives

The new market study from Ceresana shows adhesive products that are at least partially made from renewable raw materials or are biodegradable gain significance.

DVS "Young Welders Competition"

This prestigious competition for up-and-coming talent, organized by DVS – German Welding Society, fosters young talent in the field of welding technology and supports the...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN on Track for Success

Next year's edition of SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN from 15 through 19 September will offer an exclusive setting under the motto “Join the Future”, which will strengthen the co...

Gefahrstoffverordnung geändert

Neuerungen in der Gefahrstoffverordnung sind jüngst in Kraft getreten. Wesentliche Änderungen betreffen v. a. Tätigkeiten mit krebserzeugenden, keimzellmutagenen und repr...

Overcoming Material Shortages

The scarcity of raw materials poses severe challenges to global industries. Recycling and the increased use of secondary raw materials have become essential for many comp...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN Supports Young Businesses

Thanks to the federal funding program “Young Innovators”, start-ups can take part in the world's leading trade fair for joining, cutting and surfacing technology at disco...

New Factsheet "Recycling Champion Copper"

The current factsheet on recycling is now available. Copper is a natural material and can be 100 per cent recycled without any loss of quality – an advantage for the envi...

Multi-Material Joints of Carbon Fibre Composites and Aluminium for Lightweight Applications

The industry has recognized the need for transformative technologies and advanced production methods to develop lighter, more efficient and cost-effective solutions, esse...

RWTH Aachen and BAM Lead Joint Research Project "PolyH2Pipe"

RWTH Aachen and BAM are leading the "PolyH2Pipe" research project, which aims to reduce the high costs of green hydrogen production with polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM...

Welding Technology 2025: Overcoming Challenges and Shaping the Future

The year 2025 has begun and we at Home of Welding would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a healthy, successful and above all, inspiring new year!

parts2clean 2025: neue Impulse für die Bauteilreinigung in der Industrie

Für die industrielle Teile- und Oberflächenreinigung ergeben sich immer neue Aufgabenstellungen. Die parts2clean 2025 bietet dafür ein erweitertes Lösungsangebot.

Schoeller: Wiedereinstieg in die Kraftwerkstechnik

Schoeller, einer der führenden Hersteller längsnahtgeschweißter und gezogener Edelstahlrohre auf dem europäischen Markt, steigt nach mehr als 6-jähriger Pause wieder in d...

Expansion of Fossil-Free Electricity in Sweden

As one of Sweden's largest electricity consumers, Billerud has joined Industrikraft to help strengthen Sweden’s ability to expand competitive fossil-free electricity.

Fachkräftemangel trifft auf Strukturprobleme

Aktuell gerät die deutsche Wirtschaft von mehreren Seiten unter Druck. Zum einen sinkt die Personalnachfrage in Folge wirtschaftlicher Schwäche, zum anderen bleibt der Fa...

Polarstern-Neubau: Auftrag für deutschen Forschungseisbrecher vergeben

Gute Nachricht für die deutsche Forschungsflotte, den deutschen Schiffbau und die internationale Polarforschung: Die neue Polarstern wird in Wismar von thyssenkrupp Marin...

Fünf Fragen zur (Stichproben-)Inventur

Die Stichprobeninventur verspricht, den Aufwand drastisch zu reduzieren und dabei dennoch präzise Ergebnisse zu liefern. Doch wie zuverlässig ist sie wirklich?

Weiterbildung in der Klebtechnik

Die Innotech Marketing undKonfektion Rot GmbH und das Fraunhofer IFAM erweitern das Weiterbildungsangebot für Klebpraktiker und Klebfachkräfte in Süddeutschland.

Versatility and Flexibility During Automated Welding

Weld appearance, targeted heat input, reproducible ignition are just a few of the advantages that characterize the Fronius iWave when used in robot applications or as the...

Vielseitigkeit und Flexibilität beim automatisierten Schweißen

Es gibt zahlreiche Vorzüge, mit denen die Fronius iWave im Robotereinsatz oder als Herzstück von Automationsanlagen glänzt.

Rethink Robotics Announces Female Leadership Team

Effective immediately, Julia Astrid Riemenschneider has been appointed chief executive officer and Franziska Lorenz chief operations officer.

Go west: Innviertler Know-how in den USA gefragt

Fill Maschinenbau setzt seinen Internationalisierungskurs fort und verstärkt seine Vertriebsaktivitäten am nordamerikanischen Markt.

Management Team Expanded

With the addition of Marie Schafnitzl and Oliver Brandmayer to the management board, Evosys is strengthening its decision-making level with two experienced managers.

Was bei der Erstellung eines Nachhaltigkeitsberichts zu beachten ist

Ab 2025 verpflichten gesetzliche Richtlinien bestimmte Firmen zur Erstellung eines Nachhaltigkeitsberichts. Es hilft, sich schon vorab mit dem Thema zu beschäftigen.

Die Blechexpo/Schweisstec macht sich fit für die nächste Auflage

Elf Monate vor dem nächsten Messesuo von Blechexpo und Schweisstec formt sich bereits ein hochkarätiges Rahmenprogramm.

EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment

The latest sustainability assessment by the rating agency EcoVadis once again gives Fronius a good report card: For the second time in a row, the Austrian family-owned co...

Fronius holt erneut Gold bei EcoVadis-Rating

Die aktuelle Nachhaltigkeitsbewertung der Ratingagentur EcoVadis stellt Fronius erneut ein gutes Zeugnis aus: Das Unternehmen konnte sich erneut die Goldmedaille sichern.

Feierliche Amtseinführung des neuen Präsidenten Jan S. Hesthaven

Seit 1. Oktober 2024 ist Professor Jan S. Hesthaven Präsident des Karlsruher Instituts für Technologie (KIT). Nun folgte die feierliche Amtseinführung.

New Tungsten Carbide Powders

Designed for thermal spray applications, WallCar HVOF Carbide Powders are engineered to provide dense, hard coatings with exceptional wear and corrosion resistance.

The Versatility of a Welding Cobot

Cobots for welding are used when there is a shortage of skilled welders and production needs to become more efficient.

A Boost for Automated Plasma Cutting Productivity

ESAB has launched its news 110A PLUS and 70A PLUS consumables for its Cutmaster A120 automated plasma power source.

Haizea Relies on Welding Automation

In December 2022, Haizea Wind Group, a producer of large metal structures for the wind industry based in Bilbao, Spain, made a major investment in Pemamek welding automat...

3D-Printer for Micro Applications

Nano Dimension, a supplier of Additively Manufactured Electronics (AME) and multi-dimensional polymer, metal & ceramic Additive Manufacturing (AM) 3D-printing solutions,...

Industrial-Level 3D-Printer now Available in Europe

Impossible Objects, Inc., has announced that its flagship high-speed 3D-printer is now available to European customers.

New Battery-Powered Welding Tool

aquatherm introduces a new battery-powered welding tool designed to make welding polypropylene (PP) pipes easier and faster for bench and hands-free use.

Start-Up Honoured with Innovation Award

From groundbreaking welding technology to robotic dogs, innovations awarded the "Berlin Brandenburg Innovation Award" 2024 cover a wide range of ideas. Out of 125 submiss...

Can Cobots Attract Young Talent to Welding?

Welding remains a vital joining process in the metalworking industry and it requires in-depth specialist knowledge and skill.

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN unterstützt junge Unternehmen

Dank des Bundesförderprogramms „Young Innovators“ können Start-ups zu vergünstigten Konditionen an der Weltleitmesse SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025 teilnehmen.

Sorgen Cobots für mehr Nachwuchs beim Schweißen?

Schweißen bleibt ein zentraler Fügeprozess in der metallverarbeitenden Industrie, doch immer weniger junge Menschen interessieren für diesen Beruf. Hier können Cobots Abh...

No More Time Consuming Forming Tools Milling

Bipolar plates for fuel cells are mass produced every second. Fraunhofer ILT ist now breaking new ground to accelerate production time and saving cost along the way.

HÜTTENTAG 2024 führt die Trendthemen Wasserstoff und Künstliche Intelligenz zusammen

Der HÜTTENTAG 2024 , Branchentreff der Stahlindustrie, widmete sich der Energiesicherheit für die grüne Transformation und Potenzialen der KI.

AIF schlägt eine Milliarde für Forschungsprogramme vor

Forschungsförderprogramme des Bundes für Industrie und KMU waren Thema bei Gesprächen des Bundestagsabgeordneten Thomas Jarzombek mit den AiF-Vorständen.

High-Quality Resins for DLP and LCD Systems

As the official European master fulfillment partner for Loctite 3D printing solutions from Henkel, Innotech now offers a wide range of high-quality resins for DLP and LCD...

How Artificial Intelligence Secures our Infrastructure

At the SKZ Plastics Center, the Pipe-safe project has been launched to put an AI assistant for quality assurance of welds in pipeline construction into practical use. Thi...

Mastering Complexity Through Digitalisation

Continuously recording and analysing relevant data leads to decisive gains in knowledge in order to better understand interrela- tionships and interactions and to control...

Elektronenstrahlschweißen – Ein innovatives Verfahren für Forschung und Industrie

Das Elektronenstrahlschweißen gilt als unverzichtbar, wenn Präzision und Effizienz gefragt sind. Steigerwald Strahltechnik ist mit seinen Anlagen führend in diesem Bereic...

Additive Manufacturing as a Driver of the Future

Additive Manufacturing (AM) is transforming the manufacturing landscape, including in the welding industry. Marvin Keinert, Dr. Simon Jahn and Markus Langer highlight the...

China überholt Deutschland beim Roboter-Einsatz in der Industrie

China ist beim Roboter-Einsatz in der Industrie an Deutschland vorbeigezogen: Auf der Weltrangliste rückt das Reich der Mitte mit einer Roboterdichte von 470 Einheiten pr...

Global Robot Density in Factories Doubled in Seven Years

Robot adoption in factories around the world continues at high speed: The new global average robot density reaches a record 162 units per 10,000 employees in 2023 - more...

Beyond the Limits of PPE

The fact that personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used to protect against weld spatter, radiation, noise and harmful fumes during welding is basic knowledge for a...

Beiträge für den Innovationspreis „Best CO₂ Utilisation 2025“ gesucht

Die CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025 bietet Vorreitern im Bereich der Carbon Capture and Utilisation eine einzigartige Plattform, um ihre neuesten Entwicklun...

Double First-Place Wins for "Jugend schweißt" (Young Welders) Champions

Representing Germany were the four winners of the 14th DVS national competition "Jugend schweißt". Hannes Mielmann and John Block secured first place in their respective...

IIW 78th Annual Assembly: Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for the IIW 78th Annual Assembly & International Conference on Welding and Joining, which will be held in Genoa, Italy, from June 22 through June...

Steel Connects – 150 Years German Steel Federation

Last week, 300 distinguished guests from politics, business, science, media and society gathered at Berlin's Futurium to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the German Ste...

"SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN" 2025: "Join the Future"

The excellent booking status for the world’s leading trade fair in welding, cutting, and coating highlights the event's status as an essential platform, promising a highl...

Preparation for "K" 2025 Trade Fair in Full Swing

The exhibition space is already fully booked. Numerous proven and new specials hone in on the motto “The Power of Plastics! Green – Smart – Responsible”. The exhibitor da...

Digital Twin Optimizes Bürkle Systems

With an integrated tool chain, Robert Bürkle shows how to plan, build and commission complex systems more efficiently. Virtual commissioning helps save both valuable time...

2024 Transvalor International Simulation Days

This biennial scientific event, now a key meeting point for engineers and researchers specialized in material forming simulation, attracted professionals from around the...

German Plastics Center SKZ Honors Wegener Welding America

The SKZ German Plastics Center has honored the successful partnership with Wegener Welding in America with the "Premium Partner Training" award. Wegener Welding is the sp...

EVOSYS Receives Environmental Certification ISO 14001:2015

Evosys has been committed to environmental protection and sustainable action within the company for several years. Established measures are now officially recorded and do...

One Year of Skilled Immigration Act

Since November 18, 2023, the new Skilled Immigration Act (FEG) has been gradually implemented to facilitate the immigration of skilled workers.

„Reformen für Wachstum jetzt – keine Zeit für Schlammschlachten!“

Mit dem Ende der Ampel-Koalition droht eine weitere schwere Belastung für den industriellen Mittelstand. Der Maschinenbau erwartet, dass eine neue Regierung für Stabilitä...

Polypropylene Recyclates: Best Quality at Minimum Cost

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF have further enhanced rheological online testing to identify specific additiv...

EuroBLECH 2024 Wraps Up with Encouraging Results

Amidst ongoing global challenges, the sheet metal working industry showcased its dedication to progress and growth at the EuroBLECH 2024.

Anwendungsnaher Einstieg in die „funktionale Sicherheit“

Die neue, überarbeitete Auflage der Expertenempfehlung VDI-EE 4020 ermöglicht den Einstieg in das Thema „funktionale Sicherheit“ auf der Grundlage der internationalen Sic...

Ampel-Aus: DMB fordert schnelle Neuwahlen

Das Ampel-Aus kommt in einer Phase, in der die deutsche Wirtschaft dringend stabile Rahmenbedingungen benötigt. Der DMB fordert daher schnelle Neuwahlen, um diese instabi...

Robotic Hand Learns to Feel

In various projects, researcher at Fraunhofer IWS are working with academic and industrial partners on biomimetic artificial grippers to make them "feel".

Mit Leichtigkeit CO₂ sparen

Die SAG Group integriert innovative Leichtbauweise in den Fahrzeugbau und hilft dadurch CO₂ einzusparen. Geschweißt werden sie mit patentierter CMT- und WireSense-Technol...

Making Light Work Saving CO₂

The Salzburger Aluminium Group (SAG Group) integrates innovative lightweight construction into vehicle construction, thereby helping to cut CO₂ emissions.

Castolin Eutectic Launches E-shop for Welding, Brazing & Coating

Castolin Eutectic announces the expansion of its online footprint with the launch of its e-commerce shop for welding, brazing and coating in Germany, Austria, UK, Ireland...

Cost-Effectiveness and Productivity in Precision Welding

With the new PXC7100, Bosch Rexroth is expanding its portfolio of welding controls with a cost-effective solution for precision welding of small parts for the metal and e...

Technologies for Cutting and Bending

At EuroBLECH 2024 in Hanover, Microstep presented – among other things – the high-power version of the MSE SmartFL fiber laser series with a 60 kW laser power.

Formnext 2024: Expanded Technology Portfolio from Replique

Replique, the end-to-end platform for industrial sourcing, returns to Formnext 2024 to showcase its latest platform upgrades and innovative applications across diverse in...

Formnext’s South China Event to Rebrand as Formnext Asia Shenzhen

Following its introduction to the Chinese market in 2021, the Formnext brand has established itself as a trusted name in the country’s additive manufacturing (AM) and ind...

TÜV NORD zertifiziert weltweit größte Offshore-Windenergieanlage

Mingyang Smart Energy hat TÜV NORD beauftragt, die weltweit aktuell leistungsstärkste Offshore-Windturbine MySE18.X-260 zu zertifizieren.

Material with Novel Stretching Properties Developed

Metamaterials are artificially engineered materials that do not naturally occur in the environment. Their building blocks function like atoms in conventional materials bu...

Deutsche Wirtschaft verliert den Anschluss

Zu wenig Investitionen, zu viel Bürokratie, zu hohe Standortkosten – die deutsche Wirtschaft steckt fest. Sie verliert in Europa und international den Anschluss.

AI and Augmented Reality: Use Cases in Manufacturing

In today’s industrial landscape, the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR) is a crucial factor for efficiency and competitiveness. How ar...

Dr. Martin Keller wird neuer Präsident der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft

Die Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft hat den renommierten Wissenschaftler Martin Keller als neuen Präsidenten gewonnen.

Technotrans and Enesty Form Strategic Partnership

technotrans and enesty are combining their expertise in tailor-made thermal management systems for the plastics processing industry. The partnership includes mutual integ...

High-Precision Processing Robot with Innovative Drive Train

Newly developed milling kinematics on a linear axis enables versatile and efficient machining of lightweight materials to metals up to steel with a production tolerance o...

Hydrogen Pipeline Standards

Pipeline Research Council International’s (PRCI) Emerging Fuel Institute (EFI) group has published a Consensus Engineering Requirement report for pipelines in Hydrogen an...

Green Aerospace with 3D-Printing

The European Commission's targets are ambitious: the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation stipulates a 60 percent reduction in CO₂ emissions from aviation by 2050 compared to 199...

European Industrial Coalition Lays Foundations for Bidirectional Charging

Around 90 European decision-makers from business and government came together at the second summit for biderectional charging to discuss the next steps.

United Nations Adopts Pact for the Future

The UN Summit of the Future shares the key outcomes and areas where it aligns with the ongoing efforts of WorldSkills to elevate skills to the top of the global agenda.

Schweißtechnik 2023: Gestiegene Produktionswerte

Der Produktionswert deutscher Schweißtechnik ist im Jahr 2023 um 9,9% gestiegen. Größte ausländische Abnehmer waren erneut die USA und China.

Industrial Spring 2025

From March 25 through 28, Kielce Exhibition and Congress Centre will host the Industrial Spring – an event dedicated to the industrial sector in Poland as well as Central...

Intelligent Price Calculation for Blanks

thyssenkrupp Materials Services launches AI solution smart.processing, a platform optimizing material nesting for less waste.

Dr. Thomas Walther ist neues Mitglied im VDI-Strategiekreis Kunststofftechnik

Der VDI Verein hat Dr.-Ing. Thomas Walther (54), Leiter Application & Process Development bei der ARBURG GmbH + Co KG, in den Strategiekreis Kunststofftechnik berufen.

Model Qualification of an Additively Manufactured Pressure Vessel

Arc-based metal 3D printing is changing metal component manufacturing. The near-net-shape additive manufacturing process with welding wire shapes three-dimensional object...

Laser Drilling for Precise Sieves and Filters

MeKo Manufacturing, a specialist in precision manufacturing, leverages advanced laser technology to produce filters, sieves, and perforated plates.

EVOSYS Receives Finalist Award

Evosys received a finalist award at the grand finale of the 30th “Großer Preis des Mittelstandes 2024” competition. Evosys made it into the top 6 finalists from Bavaria a...

Underwater Weld Repairs - Requirements and Execution, Part 3

Today the mini serie "Underwater welding repairs" will be rounded off with some insight into case studies describing three types of underwater wet weld repairs.

Underwater Weld Repairs - Requirements and Execution, Part 2

Part 2 of 3. Today, we will be featuring the factors influencing the weld quality in hyperbaric wet welding.

Musterqualifizierung eines additiv gefertigten Druckbehälters

Linde Engineering, MIGAL.CO, TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH und Fronius International möchten der drahtbasierten Fertigungsvariante im lichtbogenbasierten Metall-3D-Druc...

Underwater Weld Repairs - Requirements and Execution, Part 1

Underwater welding, especially underwater wet welding, is gaining more and more acceptance. This is due not least to specially developed welding consumables, improved tec...

Standardisierung mit System

Die MBM Industrie GmbH baut für ihre Kunden individuelle Maschinen. Um dabei mit möglichst wenigen Werkzeugen auszukommen, setzt MBM auf das Werkzeugausgabesystem MATRIX.

Takayuki Ito ist neuer Präsident des Welt-Roboter-Verbands IFR

Das Executive Board der International Federation of Robotics (IFR) hat Takayuki Ito zum Präsidenten gewählt. Gleichzeitig wurde Jane Heffner zur neuen Vizepräsidentin der...

No Significant PFAS Emissions from Waste Incineration

Experiments at KIT show that fluoropolymers break down almost completely without residue during household waste incineration according to European standards.

VDI Supports Foreign Engineers Entering the Workforce

The Association of German Engineers (VDI) is actively involved in helping foreign engineers and engineering professionals enter the German job market through its mentorin...

Unterstützung für ausländische Ingenieure beim Berufseinstieg

Der VDI engagiert sich mit dem Mentoring-Programm „VDI-Xpand“ für ausländische Ingenieure, die in den deutschen Arbeitsmarkt einsteigen wollen.

Laserline Presents Sustainable Solutions at Formnext

Focus on increasing efficiency Laserline presents sustainable solutions for laser cladding and additive manufacturing at Formnext 2024.

New Scheme to Attract Investment in Renewable Energy Storage

The UK Government will unlock investment opportunities in vital renewable energy storage technologies to strengthen energy independence, create jobs and bolster the UK’s...

Self-Sharpening Abrasive Grains

Rhodius goes with the grain for its cutting/grinding discs: with the new high-performance line Ceramicon, the manufacturer is meeting users’ demands for effective and lon...

thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Takes Over 2A-Business from thyssenkrupp Stahlkontor

In a strategic step to advance the thyssenkrupp Materials Services segment, thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe is taking over the 2A business from thyssenkrupp Stah...

Intelligent Robot Assistance Systems Improve Weld Quality

WireSense, TouchSense, SeamTracking and TeachMode are patented assistance systems for robotic welding designed by Fronius to improve weld quality and increase efficiency...

Topqualität dank intelligenter Roboter-Assistenzsysteme

Mit patentierten Assistenzsysteme für das Roboterschweißen steigert Fronius die Nahtqualität und die Effizienz in der industriellen Fertigung.

FABTECH Proceeds as Planned

FABTECH Expo announced it will continue proceeding as planned from October 15 through 17 at the Orange County Convention Center.

Welding Steel Components More Efficiently with Thick Wire

To make the welding of thick steel components faster and more efficiently, the LZH is developing a new type of process for hybrid laser arc welding with thick wire.

Rekord: Vier Millionen Roboter in den Fabriken der Welt im Einsatz

Der neue World-Robotics-Report verzeichnet einen operativen Rekordbestand von 4.281.585 Industrie-Robotern in den Fabriken weltweit.

New Factsheet "Copper Materials and Hydrogen"

The Copper Association, in collaboration with the Institute of Materials at Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, has conducted a comprehensive testing program to examine the...

Mit innovativen Lösungen erfolgreich

Mit dem „Next World Project“ präsentierte Fill Maschinenbau auf der AMB 2024 die Lösungen für die Fabrik der Zukunft.

STW GmbH erweitert Portfolio

Die STW GmbH erweitert ihr Dienstleistungsportfolio um den Bereich der Blechverarbeitung. Zu den neuen Angeboten zählen Laserzuschnitte, Biegen und Schweißen.

Record Four Million Robots in Factories Worldwide

The new World Robotics report recorded 4,281,585 units operating in factories worldwide – an increase of 10 %.

DOMO Chemicals Unveils New Sustainable Polyamide Solutions at Fakuma 2024

DOMO Chemicals is set to showcase a range of sustainable innovations and accreditations at Fakuma 2024, underscoring its commitment to driving a better future.

Schleifbänder und Fiberscheiben für die Metallverarbeitung

Anfang 2024 präsentierte Saint-Gobain Abrasives erstmals seine RazorStar®-Korntechnologie: Dank des messerscharfen Schliffs wird ein höherer Materialabtrag erzielt.

Circular Valley Convention 2025: Preliminary Programme

On March 12 and 13, 2025, the Circular Valley Convention 2025 will bring together players from business, science, politics and society to jointly develop solutions for th...

Jan S. Hesthaven ab 1. Oktober neuer Präsident des KIT

Am 1. Oktober 2024 tritt Professor Jan S. Hesthaven sein Amt als Präsident des KIT an. Im Fokus des Dänen steht die klarere Positionierung des Instituts in der Wissensch...

Röchling Industrial is Building New Engineering Centre

More than seven million euros are being invested by plastics processor Röchling Industrial in building the new Engineering Centre in Lahnstein, Germany.

Laserline at EuroBLECH 2024

At EuroBLECH 2024, Laserline will be presenting solutions for processing sheet metal, copper and aluminium components, e.g. multi-spot optics for application-optimized be...

Fossil-Free Iron and Steel Production on an Industrial Scale

The HYBRIT initiative presented the results of a six year research in a final report to the Swedish Energy Agency. The report shows that direct reduced iron produced with...

Retractable Laser Weld Screen

Shaver Industries has designed and developed "LZRTec", a retractable laser weld screen designed to provide protection against laser beams, sparks, heat, ultraviolet light...

AirCut Plasma Cutting Systems

TEKA Absaug- und Entsorgungstechnologie, Coesfeld, Germany, will be presenting a complete plasma cutting system at EuroBLECH in Hanover, Germany.

Metal 3D Printing Perfected in One Welding Characteristic

With CMT Additive Pro, Fronius presents a new, 3D-optimised welding process with features such as a particularly even layer structure, as well as high quality and stabili...

Metall-3D-Druck in einer Kennlinie perfektioniert

Fronius präsentiert mit CMT Additive Pro einen revolutionären, 3D-optimierten Schweißprozess, der mit besonders gleichmäßigem Lagenaufbau, hoher Qualität und Stabilität ü...

Moving TVET to the Top of the Global Agenda

The 47th WorldSkills Competition served as a global platform to showcase the value of championing TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training).

Trotz hoher Belastungen: Unternehmen stehen hinter der Energiewende

Trotz einer angespannten wirtschaftlichen Lage befürworten 85 Prozent der Unternehmen in Deutschland die Energiewende.

Change on the Executive Board of Röchling Group

Franz Lübbers, CEO of Röchling Industrial will retire on July 1, 2025. He will be succeeded by Raphael Wolfram, currently serving as CEO of Röchling Automotive and Spokes...

Syensqo Unveils Innovative Material Solutions

Syensqo, previously part of Solvay Group, will debut at Fakuma 2024 with an array of solutions aimed at advancing key applications across industries.

Skilled People Solve the World’s Problems

WorldSkills in Lyon is in full swing and has entered the third day. The focus intensifies on how skilled individuals are vital to solving the most pressing challenges of...

Intregrating Green Skills in Welding

The Greenweld Project strives to meet the Europen Green Deals's ambitious goals by incorporating green skills into the welder's curriculum.

Focusing on Carbon Footprint for More Sustainable Welding

Fronius is taking a step in terms of sustainability and its use of resources by carrying out a certified life cycle assessment (LCA) for welding applications.

Market Study: Plastic Pipes – Europe

The latest, seventh edition of the Ceresana report on the European market for plastic pipes includes GRP pipes as a separate product category for the first time.

Kreislaufwirtschaft: Vernetzung und neue Geschäftsmodelle im Fokus

Prof. Dr. Manfred Renner, Leiter des Fraunhofer Cluster Circular Plastics Economy CCPE spricht über die aktuellen Herausforderungen und Chancen in der Kreislaufwirtschaft...

Plastics Hall of Fame Gala Held in Düsseldorf in 2025

The next “Plastics Hall of Fame Class” will take place at K 2025 in Düsseldorf. Outstanding achievements by individuals in the plastics industry will be honored.

ACE und Destaco bündeln Leistungsangebote

Seit April 2024 ist der Industrial-Automation-Spezialist Destaco ein Teil der Stabilus Gruppe. Das gemeinsame Angebotsspektrum lässt sich zu ganzheitlichen Lösungen verbi...

Nachhaltiger schweißen mit dem CO₂-Fußabdruck im Blick

Fronius setzt mit einer zertifizierten Lebenszyklusanalyse und einer ganzheitlichen Betrachtung des Schweißens einen revolutionären Schritt in puncto Nachhaltigkeit und R...

Boost for Ultrafast Laser Material Processing

The Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT in Aachen will be systematically exploring the potential of a new ultrashort pulse (USP) laser beam source from TRUMPF.

ABB übernimmt Födisch Gruppe

ABB hat die Unterzeichnung einer Vereinbarung zur Übernahme der Födisch Gruppe bekannt gegeben, die fortschrittlichen Mess- und Analyselösungen für den Energie- und Indus...

Cracking Phenomena in Welding and AM

The 5th international conference where international experts unite to discuss cracking phenomena associated with welding and additive manufacturing will take place in Swe...

ABB Acquires Födisch Group Strengthening Emission Monitoring

ABB signed an agreement to acquire Födisch Group, a developer of measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors. The acquisition enhances ABB’...

Wasserdichte Studie zum europäischen Markt für Kunststoff-Rohre

Die neuste Ausgabe des Ceresana-Reports zum europäischen Markt für Kunststoffrohre erfasst GFK-Rohre erstmals als eigene Produktkategorie.

China setzt auf Wachstums-Strategie mit Robotern

Peking will Roboter als Wachstumsmotor einsetzen, um sich auf die neue Runde der industriellen Transformation einzustellen. Das Land ist der größte Robotermarkt weltweit.

IIW Welcomes New Members

The International Institute of Welding (IIW) approved at the General Assembly on Juli 7, 2024, two new members to the organization: Egypt and Namibia.

Adhesive-Free Joining of Wood and Metal

Using 3D printing technology and ultrasonic joining technique, researchers at TU Graz succeeded in attaining an extremely strong joining of the renewable raw material woo...

Torch-Cutting Solution Streamlines Scrap Yard Processes

German special steel producer Lech-Stahlwerke has granted the final acceptance certificate to Primetals Technologies for an innovative scrap torch-cutting machine. The sy...

AiF Funding Transnational Projects

AiF Projekt GmbH is a project management that works on behalf of federal and state ministries as well as other official government institutions all across Germany.

Polymer Patch Made from Dynamic Polymer Networks

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM have developed a new polymer patch that can significantly accelerate and...

Tracking of Semi-Finished Products

At the ALUMINIUM trade fair in Düsseldorf in October, Leibinger, together with coilDNA, will present a smart code system that enables seamless tracking of any and all par...

WorldSkills USA Team at Young Skilled Workers Competition

SkillsUSA is sending eight skilled competitors to Lyon, France from September 10 through 15 to compete in seven events during the 47th biennial WorldSkills Competition.

Zwischen Forschung und Industrie: Zukunftsperspektiven der Mobilität

Bei den Veränderungen in der Mobilitätsbranche spielt die Initiative CyberJoin eine Schlüsselrolle: In diesem Kooperationsprojekt wird ein Konzept zur Förderung der Elekt...

Simultaneous Milling in the Production of Offshore Platforms

Graebener deliveres a 2-Side Plate Edge Milling Machine via its partner IMG to be implemented in a panel production line made for Malaysia Marine & Heavy Engineering Sdn....

Enhance the reliability of sealing sustainable materials

The latest generation of Herrmann Ultraschall's longitudinal seal module (LSM) ensures reliable longitudinal seals for applications like pillow bags, even with the narrow...

40 Jahre Zusammenarbeit mit WTI Harbin, China

Anlässlich der 40-jährigen erfolgreichen deutsch-chinesischen Kooperation besuchte der neue Direktor des chinesischen Instituts WTI – Welding Training Institute Harbin di...

BEIJING ESSEN WELDING & CUTTING 2024 mit über 600 Ausstellern

Die 27. BEIJING ESSEN WELDING & CUTTING öffnet vom 13. bis 16. August 2024 ihre Tore. Der Auslandsableger der SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN ist Asiens wichtigste Plattform für...

Wie E-Learning Ihre Karriere in der Schweißtechnik voranbringt

Angesichts der rasanten technischen Entwicklungen in der Schweißtechnik spielt das E-Learning eine entscheidende Rolle. Damit kann das theoretische Wissen kontinuierlich...

Import Strategy for Hydrogen and Hydrogen Derivatives

The Federal Cabinet adopted the import strategy for hydrogen and hydrogen derivatives that sets out a clear and reliable framework for urgently needed imports.

Können Absaugbrenner zum Standard werden?

In den letzten Jahren hat sich viel getan, um Schweißfachkräfte vor den gesundheitsschädlichen Rauchgasen zu schützen. Was spricht also weiterhin dagegen, dass Absaugbren...

Materials Processes Applications Seminar 2024

Materials must be carefully selected and designed to meet the specific demands of various applications. The MPA Seminar covers all the angles.

77. IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference

Die 77. IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference fand in diesem Jahr auf Rhodos statt. Die Veranstaltung brachte Experten aus aller Welt zusammen, um die neuesten E...

77. IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference Recap

The "77th IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference" brought together experts from around the world to discuss the latest developments and innovations in welding tec...

Bundeskabinett beschließt Importstrategie für Wasserstoff und Wasserstoffderivate

Die vom Bundeskabinett beschlossene Importstrategie für Wasserstoff und Wasserstoffderivate beschreibt einen klaren Rahmen für die benötigten Importe und ist damit ein we...

Germany Ramps Up Green Hydrogen

Between 2027 and 2033 at least 259.000 t of green ammonia will be exported to Germany. In total, this is more than 10 per cent of Germany’s annual production.

Sustainable Skills in Additive Manufacturing

"Sing for Green" is a EU-co-funded initiative for developing higher education curricula meeting companies needs of design for green transition in additive manufacturing (...

FABTECH Launches New Emerging Leaders Program for 2024

FABTECH, North America’s metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, announces the launch of its 2024 Emerging Leaders Program.

thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Magellan Renew Partnership

thyssenkrupp Aerospace, a mill-independent materials distribution and service provider, has agreed to a 10-year contract extension to manage the material demand for Magel...

Lincoln Electric Awarded

Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., announced that it has been awarded on TIME’s inaugural list of America’s Best Mid-Size Companies 2024.

Enabling Circular Economy Dynamics in the Plastics and Steel Industries

This paper investigates the perspectives of stakeholder groups in the plastic and steel value chains on transitioning toward a circular economy (CE).

Gender Bias in an International Context

Last month the "Women@DGM Lunch Talk" on took place, a platform to discuss cultural differences and gender bias in science in a global context.

Schaumkeramik-Filter sichern Prozessqualität im Aluminium-Strangguss

Als Komponenten der Qualitätssicherung übernehmen Schaumkeramik-Filter eine tragende Rolle beim Stranggießen von Halbzeugen und Vorprodukten aus Aluminium. Weltweit Maßst...

Wall Colmonoy Acquires Indurate Alloys Ltd.

Wall Colmonoy Corp., provider of brazing, surfacing and engineered materials, acquired Indurate Alloys Ltd., Canadian supplier of hardfacing products.

EuroBLECH 2024

Spread over nine exhibition halls and covering more than 90,000 square metres, this year’s event will be a unique opportunity to see the largest collection of sheet metal...

ClimeCo Creates New Nature-Based Solution Project Tool

ClimeCo, a global decarbonization and environmental solutions company, has created a new online tool to match organizations with fully vetted, nature-based solution (NBS)...

International Hybrid Conference and Exhibition WAM 2024

The International Hybrid Conference is set to bring together scientists, students and engineers from around the globe.

TRUMPF and SiMa.ai Join Forces for AI-Lasers

The two companies are developing AI chips and software to improve welding, cutting and marking processes.

NS ARC Partners with CLOOS

NS ARC, a dedicated women-owned welding wire brand in the U.S., and CLOOS North America, a player in robotic welding technology with over 100 years in the industry, annou...

WorldSkills Conference 2024 Unveils Initial Lineup of Speakers

WorldSkills Conference 2024 has announced the lineup of speakers who will lead conversations about the role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in a...

Lorch Starting Future with New Management

“It’s the perfect combination that we were hoping for,” Wolfgang Grüb, former managing partner of Lorch Schweißtechnik, summarises after Japanese Daihen Group joined the...

Wolfram Industrie gewinnt Bayerischen Mittelstandspreis 2024

Bei der Gesellschaft für Wolfram Industrie gab es Anlass zum Feiern: Die Geschäftsführenden Gesellschafter nahmen den Bayerischen Mittelstandspreis 2024 entgegen.

New ESAB Cobot Robotic Welding System Packages

ESAB introduced three high-performance Cobot welding system packages to reduce programming times, increase productivity and offer consistent, high-quality welds in high-m...

Circular Valley Convention 2025

The circular economy relies on reuse, recycling and innovative business models extending product life cycles. This helps conserve resources, protect the environment and m...

LÖT 2025 - Call for Papers

The 14th International Conference on Soldering/Brazing, High Temperature Brazing and Diffusion Bonding will take place in Aachen from June 24 through 26, 2025.

Production Solutions in the Agricultural Industry

At the end of June, a symposium on "Innovative solutions in the agricultural industry" was held at the CLOOS headquarters in Haiger.

Facilitating Mobility and Sustainability

Schuler will showcase its product portfolio for forming technology at the Blechexpo trade fair from November 7 through 10 in Stuttgart, Germany.

Komplettlösung zur Dekarbonisierung industrieller Verbrennungsprozesse

Lhyfe und Fives bieten sie der Industrie ein komplettes dekarbonisiertes Angebot, von der Produktion bis zur Verbrennung von Wasserstoff.

Bollé Safety Wins Red Dot Award

Bollé Safety, a PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) eyewear specialist, has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design.

Erstklassige Schweißqualität für erstklassige Güterwagen

Die Güterwagen der Deutschen Bahn werden von Tatravagónka in hoher Qualität gefertigt werden. Geschweißt wird mit der TransSteel 5000 Pulse von Fronius.

Welding Quality for Freight Wagons

Deutsche Bahn’s freight wagons are manufactured by the company Tatravagónka in Tlmače, Slovakia. The company specializes in the production of 6-axle articulated wagons fo...

Plastics Industry Prepares for the Future

The SKZ Networking Week is an established meeting place for the plastics industry. This year, the event attracted more than 600 visitors.

KUKA Welding Technologies for E-Mobility

KUKA is supplying 23 friction stir welding cells with integrated robots for the production of electric vehicles for an automotive customer.

TÜV NORD GROUP erweitert Portfolio zur Prüfung und Zertifizierung von Bauprodukten

Die TÜV NORD GROUP baut ihr Angebot an Prüf-, Inspektions- und Zertifizierungsdienstleistungen von Bauprodukten aus und erwarb eine Beteiligung an der SIPIZ AG. Gemeinsam...

Nehmen Chefs ihre Geräte wichtiger als ihre Mitarbeitenden?

Weil Maschinen ihre Arbeit zuverlässig erledigen, investieren einige Firmenverantwortliche Unmengen in ihre Gerätschaften. Personal klassifizieren sie als Kostenblock. Is...

MicroStep Europa Celebrates Launch of CompetenceCenter South

MicroStep Europa presented the new CompetenceCenter South to the public at the Technology Days 2024. On 3,700 m², visitors were able to experience solutions from all four...

TRUMPF Develops Laser Processes for E-Car Battery Recycling

Carmakers and battery manufacturers can now recycle used or defective batteries from electric cars on an industrial scale using laser technology from TRUMPF.

Two Shows – One Shared Objective

The Green Steel and Hydrogen Tech World conferences bring experts from both fields together in one place for two days to discuss challenges and solutions.

Green Skills for Welders - Registration Now Open

The Greenweld Project announced that registration is now open for the upcoming competence units on Green Skills for welders.

Industrie-Roboter lernen, besser zusammenzuarbeiten

Der „Award for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Robotics & Automation“ 2024 geht an Realtime Robotics für sein Programm, das die Abläufe von Industrie-Robotern vollauto...

Optimized Arc and Reduces Welding Fumes

Process parameters have a significant effect on the emission rate: Wire speed, arc length and correction parameters significantly influence the level of generated harmful...

Weltbank-Prognose: 20 Prozent Wachstum durch Geschlechter-Gleichstellung

Laut einer Prognose der Weltbank stiege das BIP im Durchschnitt pro Kopf um knapp 20 Prozent weltweit, wenn die Beschäftigung von Frauen das gleiche Niveau wie das von Mä...

One Hundred Days, One Hundred Stories

With just under 100 days to go until WorldSkills Lyon 2024, WorldSkills is launched a bold new campaign recognizing the young people who are using their skills to make th...

World Bank Predicts 20 % Economic Boost by Closing Gender Gap

The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) and its members support the empowerment of women for careers in the robotics industry.

Lichtbogen optimieren und Schweißrauch reduzieren

Beim Schweißen entsteht gesundheitsschädlicher Schweißrauch. Die Aachener Gesellschaft für Forschungs- und Fügetechnik (FEF) nahm gemeinsam mit Fronius International vers...

Sustainabale Water Infrastructures Impact on Personell Qualification

The Greenweld Project, a joint initiative co-funded by The European Union, announces the upcoming event during the EU Green Week 2024, focusing on the topic of water resi...

Röchling Group Reports Positive Balance

The internationally active plastics processor, with its three divisions – Automotive, Industrial, and Medical – proved to be well-prepared and solidly positioned in the f...

Call for Papers für die ITSC 2025 hat begonnen

2025 findet die ITSC – International Thermal Spray Conference & Exposition vom 05.-08. Mai in Vancouver statt. Bereits jetzt können Fachleute aus der Branche des Thermisc...

THE METALIST baut den teuersten Hammer der Welt – für eine halbe Million Euro

Er ist das ultimative Statussymbol: Ein Hammer in Faustform aus reinem Gold. Der YouTuber THE METALIST fertigt sein Lifestyle-Produkt aufgrund einer exklusiven Anfrage au...

ITSC 2025 Call for Papers Open

Call for Papers for next year's ITSC in Vancouver, Canada, is open. Interesteds experts in the field of thermal spraying can submit their presentations to the organizing...

Exquisite Hammer by THE METALIST

It is the ultimate status symbol: A hammer in the shape of a fist made of pure gold. This hammer is not just a tool but embodies luxury with a value of half a million eur...

Steffen Wagner ist zukünftiger Geschäftsführer der SLV Halle GmbH

Steffen Wagner wurde zum SLV-Leiter berufen. Ab dem 1. Juli 2024 fungiert Wagner zusammen mit Prof. Keitel als Geschäftsführer.

Röchling-Gruppe wächst trotz globaler Herausforderungen im Jahr 2023

Die Mannheimer Röchling-Gruppe hat im vergangenen Jahr ihren Umsatz um 4,6 Prozent auf 2.723 Millionen Euro gesteigert und damit seit der Fokussierung auf die Kunststoffv...

Fronius Welding Automation Cladding Solutions

Fronius Welding Automation offers cladding systems that, thanks to update options and retrofitting, will remain state-of-the-art for years to come.

75 Jahre ROTHENBERGER: Neue Produktionshalle feierlich eröffnet

ROTHENBERGER, führender internationaler Rohrwerkzeughersteller, feiert sein 75-jähriges Bestehen und eröffnete aus diesem Anlass am 24. Mai offiziell eine neue Produktion...

Cladding hat einen Partner: die Fronius Welding Automation

Fronius ist einer der weltweit führenden Hersteller von Auftragschweißsystemen. und bringt immer wieder innovative Neuheiten wie das nachrüstbare und mit einem Award aus...

Process Monitoring for Direct Metal Deposition

“POWDERscreen” detects powder particles: Increased process reproducibility through permanent monitoring of the powder mass flow rate

Laser Technology for Lighter Flying

Within the EU programm Clean Sky 2 of the project “Multifunctional Fuselage Demonstrator” (MFFD), a team of researchers in Dresden provided proof of concept for the chipl...

New Edition of IIW-Reference Catalogue ISO 5817 Now Available

For many years, the evaluation catalog ISO 5817 from the International Institute of Welding has been helping with the assessment of irregularities in welds. Now, the cata...

encee New Distribution Partner of AM Solutions

AM Solutions - 3D post processing technology, a brand of the Rösler Group, is expanding its distribution network in Germany. The specialist for the post-processing of add...

Groundbreaking of the First Direct German-British Power Connection

The first direct power connection between the United Kingdom and Germany, "NeuConnect," is being established. Last week work began on the German side at the construction...

TechForce Foundation and SkillsUSA Collaborate to Empower Next Generation

The innovative collaboration equips students and educators with an arsenal of resources to foster career success for the next generation of professional technicians.

Kemptron Oy Elected New CEO

Kemppi Oy's Board of Directors has elected Petri Suikkanen (51) as the new CEO of Kemptron Oy. He is currently Director, Finance and Operations at the health technology c...

Open Source Summit: Konkrete Umsetzung von Industrie 4.0 im Mittelstand

Gemeinsam aktiv werden, die Kräfte bündeln und in die Umsetzung gehen: das war das Credo des „Open Source Summit 2024“ der IndustryFusion Foundation in Bad Wörishofen.

The Challenge of Thin Sheet Welding in Mechanical Engineering

Founded in 1970 by Walter Knoll as a one-man company, today more than 1,100 employees manufacture advanced industrial systems in Germany, Poland, China and the USA.

New Optical Solutions for Weld Seam Improvement in Joining Plastics to Metal

The laser beam tool has become an integral part of modern production. At the same time, requirements in terms of efficiency and possible applications are growing. LMB las...

Implementation of Industry 4.0 in SMEs

Take action together, joining forces and start implementation: that was the credo of the "Open Source Summit 2024" at the IndustryFusion Foundation's new DemoLab in Bad W...

ITSC 2024 verzeichnet Teilnehmerrekord

Mit mehr als 1.100 Teilnehmern verzeichnet die ITSC 2024 neue Rekordwerte. Die führende Veranstaltung für das Thermische Spritzen und das Laserstrahlauftragschweißen fand...

ITSC Concludes with Record Numbers

With more than 1,100 participants, the ITSC - International Thermal Spray Conference and Exposition has set new record values.

Welding Gun for Lightweight Construction

At the Hannover Messe, the Materials Testing Institute (MPA) at the University of Stuttgart exhibited a robot-guided welding gun developed in-house for friction stir weld...

Herausforderung Dünnblechschweißen im Maschinenbau

„It works“ lautet das Credo der Knoll Maschinenbau GmbH, in der heute über 1.100 Mitarbeiter fortschrittliche Industrieanlagen fertigen. Geschweißt wird mit der TPS 320i...

HANNOVER MESSE 2024: “Powerhouse for Promising Upswing”

The more than 130,000 visitors from 150 nations traded ideas with some 4,000 exhibiting companies on ways of digitalizing their value chains and making them more resilien...

Agreement on Fossil-Free Steel Supply

Nordec and SSAB have agreed on deliveries of fossil-free steel. Nordec will use fossil-free steel in, for example, frame structures for buildings, façades and bridges.

High-Precision Plasma Machine

Thermal Dynamics® Automation has introduced the Precision 130 high-precision plasma system, which features a 130-amp power source and a water-cooled torch rated for pierc...

MicroStep Introduces New Tube Laser

At the TUBE trade fair, MicroStep Europa introduced the new MSE TubeFL fiber laser. The laser was in continuous demonstration mode during the five days of the trade fair.

NPE 2024: New Solutions to Reduce Environmental Impact of Plastics

Clariant presented the company’s latest solutions to support the plastics industry to improve safety and efficiency, increase circularity, and reduce waste at NPE2024 in...

WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Advances Six-Pillar Sustainability Strategy

Formed as part of its 2019 bid to host the 47th WorldSkills Competition, WorldSkills Lyon 2024 has made it a priority to build a strong relationship with local people and...

Materials Design - Design with Materials

Materials are the backbone of technological innovations and indispensable for progress across various industries. From microelectronics to aerospace, they are crucial in...

Vacuum and Leak Detection Solutions for the Hydrogen Industry

Pfeiffer Vacuum introduced state-of-the-art vacuum and leak detection solutions for the hydrogen and fuel cell sector at this year’s Hannover Messe.

Recognition for a Lifetime of Innovation

Nelso Antolotti – Founder and President of Lincotek Group – was recognized for his significant contribution to the Thermal Spray Coating market with induction into the AS...

New BAM Report 2023/24: Safety Needs Diversity

The BAM Report 2023/24 on safety has been published in conjunction with the "#Zusammenland - Vielfalt macht uns stark" initiative.

U.S. Companies Invest Heavily in Robots - IFR Preliminary Results

Manufacturing companies in the United States have invested heavily in more automation: total installations of industrial robots rose by 14 % and reached 44,303 units in 2...

Benefits of Digitalization in Battery Cell Manufacturing

Digitization makes the production of batteries for electric vehicles cheaper and cleaner. This is a key finding of a new research report Fraunhofer FFB and Accenture are...

ESAB wins three Red Dot Awards for production design

ESAB Corporation, a focused industrial compounder, has been awarded the 2024 Red Dot Award for product design for three of the welding machines in its ESAB "Ultimate Line...

Global Robotics Race: Korea, Singapore and Germany in the Lead

Driven by the high volume of industrial robot installations, the world hit a new record of 3.9 million operational robots in 2022. The top most automated countries measur...

Meilenstein der Batterieforschung: Feierliche Eröffnung der „FFB PreFab“

In Münster wurde am 30. April 2024 ein bedeutender Meilenstein für die Erforschung nachhaltiger und ressourcenschonender Batteriezellen erreicht: Der erste Bauabschnitt d...

ITSC Young Professionals Recognized with Prestigious Award

In a celebration of academic excellence and innovation, Roberta Falco has been honored with a prestigious award for her compelling paper presentation.

More Robot Assembly and Distribution Facilities in Kočevje

Yaskawa continues to strengthen its robot manufacturing and distribution capacity in Europe with a EUR 31.5 million investment in Slovenia.

US-Wirtschaft investiert verstärkt in Industrie-Roboter

Die verarbeitende Industrie in den USA investiert verstärkt in Automation: Die Zahl der Installationen stieg 2023 auf insgesamt 44.303 Einheiten. Spitzenreiter ist die Au...

Plastic Pipes Market: Navigating the Future

The surge in demand for Plastic Pipes is attributed to the increasing need for water infrastructure development globally. Plastic pipes offer a compelling solution owing...

Availability of Copper is Secured

Metals occur in nature mainly as chemical compounds with oxygen (oxides) or with sulphur (sulphides); only very rarely are they found in pure form. Among these exceptions...

Green Hydrogen Research: A Collaboration to Empower Tomorrow's Energy

German-Italian Joint call for proposals on green hydrogen research. Submission deadline is June 7, 2025, 5 p.m.

“Live Wire” to Innovative Production of Vehicle Components in WAAM Process

At the Additive Manufacturing Campus in Oberschleißheim, the BMW Group has a “live wire” to an innovative, additive production process for metallic vehicle components and...

Innovationen aus der Lasertechnik für die Industrie

Verleihung des Innovation Award Laser Technology 2024 in Aachen: Preistragender des mit 10.000 Euro dotierten Innovation Award Laser Technology 2024 ist Herr Edwin Büchte...

Zeroing in on Zero Emissions ‒ A Sharp Bend Ahead

Reducing or eliminating emissions from passenger cars is an essential element of Europe’s climate strategy, which aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Successful Participation in Innovation Day 2024

EWM took part in Innovation Day 2024 under the motto "Joining technology for the energy transition" focussing on key areas such as additive manufacturing, sustainability,...

Führungsrolle bei digitalen Innovationen? Industrie ist gespalten

Die Hannover Messe zeigt ab heute jede Menge digitaler Innovationen. Die industrielle Fertigung wird zunehmend digitaler und die deutschen Unternehmen sind uneins über ih...

Weld and Clean With One Machine

Minarc T 223 ACDC GM is an entirely new, 220 A single-phase AC/DC TIG welding machine, including 'MAX WeldClean', an electrolytic weld cleaning process.

Fachkräftemangel bedroht Transformation zu nachhaltiger Industrie

Zentrales Thema der Hannover Messe ist eine nachhaltige Industrie – dazu gehören auch die Bekämpfung des Klimawandels und der Klimaschutz. Doch wie soll die Transformatio...

Gearing Up for Industry 5.0 with New Welding Solutions

Viñolas Metall is a family business specializing in the construction of metal components, sheet metal processing, and boiler making.

FABTECH Heads to Orlando

North America’s metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event, FABTECH 2024, is making its first visit to Orlando, FL, as this premier gathering kicks off at...

Mit neuen Schweißlösungen in Richtung Industrie 5.0

Viñolas Metall hat für die Serienfertigung eine CMT-Roboterschweißzelle in Kombination mit einer TPS-400i-Schweißstromquelle eingeführt. Gleichzeitig setzt man auf Multip...

Laser Welding Expert Strengthens Sales Power

Blackbird Robotersysteme GmbH, manufacturer of system solutions for remote laser welding, is growing its leadership team and creating a new area for business field develo...

KUKA: More Than 700 Robots for Volkswagen in Spain

Augsburg-based automation expert KUKA and the Wolfsburg-based automotive group Volkswagen have signed a framework agreement for the delivery of more than 700 robots over...

China and Germany: The Trade Tide is Turning

While the two countries have historically enjoyed a strong complementary partnership, intensifying industrial competition is threatening German manufacturing in sectors w...

All the Control, None of the Fuss

To enable intuitive control over the variables that optimise TIG welding performance, ESAB has introduced the Rogue™ ET 230i AC/DC TIG and MMA welder, which features ESAB...

K 2025: The Power of Plastics! Green – Smart – Responsible.

The committees of K 2025 chose the motto for next year's K Trade Fair for Plastics & Rubber in Düsseldorf from October 8 through 15, 2025.

Market Study: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

PVC is used to make an array of products. The latest Ceresana study forecasts further growth for this versatile material: Until 2032, the global demand is likely to rise...

Modular Processing Heads for Laser Metal Deposition

Laser cladding processes have long played a key role in the aerospace industry because laser-based additive manufacturing offers the possibility of realizing complex comp...

Welding Competitor Selected for WorldSkills 2024

SkillsUSA has selected Wyatt Hansen of Altonah, Utah as the official competitor for Welding in the 2024 WorldSkills Competition. The prestigious international event will...

Ausschreibung des Umweltmanagement-Preises 2024

Der Umweltmanagement-Preis zeichnet Unternehmen und Organisationen für herausragende Leistungen im Umwelt- und Klimaschutz, in der nachhaltigen Unternehmensführung sowie...

Industrial Forum at ITSC 2024

ITSC 2024 in Milan is just around the corner and visitors are invited to the Industrial Forum on April 30 and May 1. Exhibitors and specialists will be presenting the lat...

More Industry Leaders Confirm Participation in SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025

CLOOS, KUKA and Air Liquide have now also confirmed their participation in one of the most important platforms for joining, cutting and surfacing.

Unternehmen sollen Nachhaltigkeitsstandards einfacher umsetzen können

Damit Unternehmen die neuen Standards für Nachhaltigkeitsberichte leicht handhaben können, wird der Deutsche Nachhaltigkeitskodex weiterentwickelt.

Normung und Innovation: ein nachhaltig erfolgreiches Paar

Angesichts der einschneidenden Veränderungen der wirtschaftlichen Wertschöpfung ist die Einbindung von KMU in die Normung von großer Bedeutung. Sie bekommen dadurch die...

Zug um Zug zur gewünschten Schweißqualität

Fehlerfrei und effizient schweißen – mit Fronius WeldCube Navigator ein Kinderspiel. Sowohl die TPS/i als auch die iWave werden mit WeldCube Navigator zum perfekt abgesti...

WeldCube Navigator for Step by Step Welding

Fronius WeldCube Navigator facilitates welding with its integrated guidance function, illustrated step-by-step instructions, and fixed programmable welding parameters.

Industrial Spring 2024 Concludes

2024 Exhibition of Metal Processing Technologies and its accompanying events hosted 20,000 visitors. There were additional benefits for industry insiders calling in the e...

The Sound of Perfect Coating

In research and some industrial laboratories, this laser-induced surface wave spectroscopy has already become an established measurement technology.

Talentmanagement: Die nötigen Kompetenzen an Bord haben

Der Fach- und Führungskräftemangel wird sich verschärfen. Deshalb benötigen die Unternehmen ein Talentmanagement, das sicherstellt, dass sie auch künftig über die zur Lei...

Weitere Branchenführer bestätigen Teilnahme an SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025

Die SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN findet 2025 mit weiteren Branchengrößen statt. Nun haben auch CLOOS, KUKA und Air Liquide ihre Teilnahme bestätigt.

Handelshemmnisse bremsen deutsche Unternehmen aus

Deutsche Unternehmen sehen sich in ihrem internationalen Geschäft mit immer mehr Handelshemmnissen konfrontiert. Das geht aus der aktuellen Umfrage „Going International“...

Fraunhofer: Innovation seit 75 Jahren

Die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, eine der weltweit führenden Organisationen für anwendungsorientierte Forschung, feiert am 26. März ihr 75-jähriges Bestehen.

Arbeitsgemeinschaft legt 1. Mittelstandsmonitor vor

Vor dem Hintergrund des schwierigen Konjunkturumfelds mahnt die Arbeitsgemeinschaft Mittelstand von der Wirtschaftspolitik dringend Maßnahmen zur Stärkung der Wachstumskr...

Security-Chip ermöglicht Freigabe von Sicherheitseinrichtungen an Werkzeugmaschinen

Im Projekt „PoQsiKom“ wurde ein Konzept entwickelt, das das sichere Freigeben der Schutzbereiche von Werkzeugmaschinen aus der Ferne ermöglicht.

Quantum sensor for particle analysis improves quality control of printing powders in additive manufacturing

The start-up Q.ANT offers a compact and industrialised particle sensor based on quantum technology that can be used to measure these parameters in real time and in a way...

Additive Manufacturing: BAM Research Enters Second Phase

The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) is continuing its research projects on highly efficient gas turbines at the Werner-von-Siemens Centre for I...

KI-gestützte Roboter helfen Logistikbranche, Arbeitskräftemangel zu bekämpfen

Eine neue Generation von KI-gestützten Robotern hilft dabei, den akuten Fach- und Arbeitskräftemangel in der internationalen Logistikbranche zu bewältigen.

Hexagon Advanced Manufacturing Report

The Advanced Manufacturing Report by Hexagon unveils a compelling narrative. Critical challenges confronting industries today are revealed, highlighting the hurdles of da...

New Trade Congress “Robotics meets eMobility”

On June 1, the first edition of “Robotics meets eMobility”, a new trade congress launched by Rohmann Automation, will take place at the German town of Ingelheim am Rhein....

Castolin Eutectic Launches New Arc Spraying Equipment

In the field of arc spraying technology, the recent introduction of the EuTronic Arc Spray EAS1-i by Castolin Eutectic has generated interest among industry professionals...

ESAB DEMOBUS Offers Ultimate Mobile Welding And Cutting Experience

ESAB has announced that the ESAB “Demobus” — an interactive mobile welding and cutting experience — will visit more than 100 cities spanning more than 20 European countri...

TRUMPF Improves E-Car Batteries with Laser-Driven X-ray Sources

TRUMPF is leading the XProLas development partnership with AMPHOS, Active Fiber Systems, BASF, Bruker, Cellforce, Excillum, Ushio Germany, Viscom, the University of Hanov...

Summit of Industry 4.0 Pragmatists

The IndustryFusion Foundation's Open Source Summit 2024 programme will focus on the latest release of their own open source networking solution in the new IndustryFusion...

Aktenordner und Fax haben noch nicht ausgedient

Beim Thema Digital Office zeigt sich in der deutschen Wirtschaft ein gespaltenes Bild: Nur jedes zwanzigste Unternehmen (5 Prozent) sieht sich bei der Digitalisierung sei...

77th IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference 2024

The IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference consists of many simultaneous meetings and events aimed at promoting and updating the scientific and technological n...

Skilled Labour in Germany

In October 2022, the Federal Government presented a new strategy for securing the supply of skilled workers (Fachkräftestrategie): It forms the basis for all planned poli...

Neue berufsbegleitende Fortbildungsstufe eröffnet Perspektiven

Für die industrielle Teilereinigung wurde ein Konzept zur berufsbegleitenden Fortbildung erarbeitet. Im Frühjahr 2024 startet die Weiterbildung zum geprüften Berufsspezia...

13th International Summer School – Trends and New Developments in Laser Technology

The Technische Universität Dresden and Fraunhofer IWS will host the 13th International Summer School “Trends and New Developments in Laser Technology“ from August 26 thro...

Kupferverband e. V.: Ready for 2024

The team of the Kupferverband e. V. gathere in Ulm at the end of January for two days to discuss the strategy and goals for 2024. A central focus of the meeting was to de...

DSGVO: Weiterhin starke Belastungen und mehr bei den Betrieben

Die DSGVO bleibt auch nach sechs Jahren einer der größten Bürokratietreiber für deutsche Betriebe. Das ist das Ergebnis einer DIHK-Umfrage unter Unternehmen aus nahezu al...

INNOVATIONSTAG 2024: Transfertage der Fügetechnik für die Energiewende

Die DVS Forschung und die FOSTA kooperieren für einen erfolgreichen Transfer von Forschungsergebnissen und laden zum Innovationstag 2024 „Fügetechnik für die Energiewende...

Laser Process Monitoring – Offline, Inline, Online

If you value the laser as a flexible and versatile tool, but wonder how the efficiency and process quality can be optimized even further the Fraunhofer IWS Workshop Laser...

Update: DIN EN ISO 14919  „Drähte, Stäbe und Schnüre zum Flammspritzen und Lichtbogenspritzen“

Es gibt eine neue Fassung der DIN EN ISO 14919 „Drähte, Stäbe und Schnüre zum Flammspritzen und Lichtbogenspritzen – Einteilung und technische Lieferbedingungen“.