Lorch Schweißtechnik expands its portfolio with the iQS welding power source. This makes the company’s latest power source generation available to its users for collabora...
As part of the IGF research project 01IF22017N / DVS Q6.3429, extensive welding fume investigations of various process control variants were systematically analysed in or...
Prima Power will present its Laserdyne laser processing technologies at IMTS 2026, taking place from 14 to 19 September at McCormick Place in Chicago. The company will ex...
Over time, even the toughest metal parts can succumb to wear and tear, leaving operations vulnerable to equipment failure and unplanned downtime. Protective coatings, suc...
Sponsored: When radioactive materials need to be safely enclosed in containers, every detail counts – especially the weld seam. With TANICS™ R-TIG, a robot-assisted welding system f...
As modern welding and cutting processes become more complex, the requirements for consulting, process understanding and technical support are also increasing.
Sponsored: By using resource-conserving inverter technology and energy-reducing joining processes, EWM’s BlueEvolution initiative improves both ecological impact and operational eff...
This year Fronius hosted the international automotive conference “Joining Smart Technologies” for the 8th time. The panel featured representatives from companies in the a...
As part of the HIP-LMD project, a hybrid process model for laser material deposition was developed that combines physical simulations with data-driven methods.
Eith the Powershield Vent Pro, EWM is introducing a fan unit that ensures a reliable supply of fresh air during welding. The device can be connected to its own app via a...
Frimo Innovative Technologies and Chango Group have entered into a strategic global technology partnership. Frimo has been developing technologies and production solution...
A look at the essential role of femtosecond laser micromachining in the production of life-saving medical devices
Sponsored: As part of the ewm maXsolution holistic consultation solution, specialists at EWM closely examined the entire production process of Hüffermann Transportsysteme – discover...
GCE® has introduced its Mach2 auto-darkening welding helmet, designed to enable operators to work with greater clarity, comfort and versatility across welding, cutting an...
Hargassner and Fronius are driving the energy transition, each in their own field but united in their approach.
InduSuite, an ESAB brand, announced the launch of Octopuz Steps, a new weld sequencing software application designed to guide manual welding operators through complex wel...
The welding torch is an essential tool that determines the efficiency and quality of the welding process. High-quality welding torches ensure optimal weld results and ena...
The global rearmament trend has created a surge in demand for tanks, conventional weapon systems, ammunition and new technologies, posing significant challenges for the d...
ABB Robotics is launching a new cobot-family PoWa for the fast growing global market of collaborative robotics.
Xiris Automation announced a new release of its HF Pre-Weld Inspection (HFPW) system, introducing advanced measurement algorithms and a high-performance HMI.
ESAB has introduced the Robbi 360, an enclosed cobot welding cell with a manual turntable that is designed to increase productivity, improve weld quality and enhance oper...
Sponsored: The mobile welding power source with integrated welding fume extraction system xFUME Power 350M+/450M+ from Abicor Binzel enables you to perform safe and clean MIG/MAG we...
Steigerwald Strahltechnik has delivered a high‑precision electron beam welding system to the world‑renowned research center CERN (Conseil Européen pour la Recherche Nuclé...
Sponsored: Last week, an expert exchange on the future of laser technology took place at the Abicor Group headquarters, home to Abicor Binzel and Thermacut Germany.
For those that have recently discovered their passion for welding this guide helps deciding which machine might be the right one.
The Greek pipe producer, Corinth Pipeworks S.A. (CPW) and Dillinger, a large European heavy-plate maker, are pursuing the construction of high-pressure gas pipelines for...
Mechanical and electrical services provider Salko UK, is inviting skilled professionals to join its growing workforce as it prepares for a busy programme of contracts sup...
ESAB, the originator of VacPac vacuum-sealed electrode packaging is advancing its solution with a redesign
This research paper was previously published in the German specialist magazin SCHWEISSEN UND SCHNEIDEN.
Specialist Article on Ultrasonic metal welding (USMW) for joining electrical conductors, especially in the context of lightweighting strategies that involve replacing cop...
For quality control of sheet metal joined by resistance spot welding (RSW), an INDU-SCAN test bench in operation was converted using existing technology and modernized by...
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.
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.
The battery-powered variant of the Fronius Ignis provides a MMA welding solution that maintains full welding quality and process stability.
Prima Power, a supplier for sheet metal working manufacturing solutions, presents Laser Next Core, the newest addition to its 3D laser cutting range.
Trumpf launched the new generation of its TruLaser Weld 5000 automated laser welding machine at Blechexpo, Stutgart, Germany.
Envalior recognizes a growing need for polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-free materials for high-performance Wear & Friction applications, that are sustainable, economical,...
Blackbird Robotersysteme, manufacturer of system solutions for remote laser welding, has expanded its range of functions to include optical coherence tomography (OCT) for...
Siegmund is presenting the Smart Leg, an electrically and continuously height-adjustable table leg, for the first time at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025.
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.
Oscar PLT will showcase its Pro Focus digital repair technology at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen, Germany, as a contender for the IF Digital Award.
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.
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...
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...
Visual Components 5.0 introduces improved robot offline programming (OLP) automation, enabling manufacturers to leverage model-based engineering.
At the SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN trade fair, Otto Kind introduces its multi4flex series of electrically height-adjustable welding tables.
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...
Stahlwerk will be introducing a multifunctional inverter featuring a touch display and job memory covering a wide range of welding processes.
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....
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...
At SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN Kursunel Kalip will be presenting its fastening elements.
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-based infrared welding is becoming increasingly important in response to the demand for precise and flexible processes. Joining Plastics spoke with Beatrice Maus, a...
Founded in 1945 as a regional specialist for radio and electrical equipment, Fronius grew into a global player driven by team spirit and perseverance.
Quality paired with efficiency and flexibility – the Expert 3.0 control from EWM allows for precise settings and optimum adaptation to specific welding tasks.
This article explores joining with nickel nanoparticles, which melt and sinter at lower temperatures than bulk nickel - offering a promising alternative to conventional b...
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...
Welders in shipyards face high physical and mental demands, while welding torches must withstand heavy use and consistently deliver reliable results.
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...
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...
The welding industry is evolving, but significant challenges remain as companies explore automation to enhance their operations. Recently, we conducted a LinkedIn poll to...
Sponsored: The users are guided through the system in a self-explanatory manner. The result is an individually configured Abicor Binzel Cobot including welding power source and robo...
Blackbird Robotersysteme GmbH, manufacturer of system solutions for remote laser welding, has significantly advanced its award-winning solution for OCT edge tracking.
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...
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...
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...
Allucan AG was founded in 1962 in Bremgarten, Switzerland. The company's portfolio encompasses the production of prototypes and series components for various industries.
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...
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?
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...
Welding is one of the fundamental processes in the manufacturing industry. In this context, Comau, specialist in industrial automation, is combining advanced technologies...
aquatherm introduces a new battery-powered welding tool designed to make welding polypropylene (PP) pipes easier and faster for bench and hands-free use.
Welding remains a vital joining process in the metalworking industry and it requires in-depth specialist knowledge and skill.
Continuously recording and analysing relevant data leads to decisive gains in knowledge in order to better understand interrela- tionships and interactions and to control...
Amidst ongoing global challenges, the sheet metal working industry showcased its dedication to progress and growth at the EuroBLECH 2024.
The Salzburger Aluminium Group (SAG Group) integrates innovative lightweight construction into vehicle construction, thereby helping to cut CO₂ emissions.
Arc-based metal 3D printing is changing metal component manufacturing. The near-net-shape additive manufacturing process with welding wire shapes three-dimensional object...
Focus on increasing efficiency Laserline presents sustainable solutions for laser cladding and additive manufacturing at Formnext 2024.
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.
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...
TEKA Absaug- und Entsorgungstechnologie, Coesfeld, Germany, will be presenting a complete plasma cutting system at EuroBLECH in Hanover, Germany.
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...
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....
Das Hochtechnologieunternehmen TRUMPF ändert die Rechtsform der geschäftsführenden Gesellschaft der Holding. Die bisherige TRUMPF GmbH + Co. KG firmiert ab sofort als TRU...
Die Lage ist derzeit gut, doch die Aussichten sind enttäuschend. Der DIHK sieht den Erholungsprozess erheblich geschwächt und rechnet nicht mit einem nachhaltigen, invest...
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