Frank Dietsche

For the machinery and plant engineering sector in Germany, April showed a mixed picture. Foreign demand is positive, while domestic demand is declining. Political action is needed to create better conditions at the location in Germany.

On January 20 and 01, 2000, the quality assurance industry experienced an intense meeting that combined a trade fair and high-level information gathering, resulting in maximum efficiency and benefit.

The new rotary module from igus simplifies the energy supply at the first and last axis of an industrial robot – completely without gutter systems and with reduced installation effort

How demanding industry requirements can be mastered through specialization and teamwork is demonstrated by toolcraft AG, CIMTRODE, and Zecha Hardmetal Tool Manufacturing.

ECTA calls for coordinated European action to secure tungsten supply

The Swabian traditional gunsmith Carl Walther relies on the tool systems and high-performance PKD cutting material from Paul Horn GmbH for the production of its precision weapons.

Why classical SPC approaches in machining reach their limits and APC (Automated Process Control) marks the next development step

SIMTEK Precision Tools GmbH is consistently transitioning tool packaging to sustainable circular economy

Initiative of the Plansee Group to establish a strategic tungsten oxide reserve in the United States

MAPAL Dr. Kress SE & Co. KG, headquartered in Aalen, successfully completed the TISAX certification at Assessment Level 3 in April 2026, thereby meeting the highest requirements for confidentiality and availability. Additionally, the certification according to VDA 6.4 and DIN EN ISO 9001 was extended in the same month.

DMG MORI presented innovative turning solutions from local production at the in-house exhibition at the site in Italy

At ILA in Berlin, OPEN MIND demonstrates how modern CAD/CAM technology supports the efficient, precise manufacturing of complex aerospace components and integrates into secure processes.

The live final of the young talent competition took place at GrindingHub.

LiCON restructures management and drives international expansion and growth forward