Frank Dietsche
Order intake mechanical engineering March 2026
After a weak start to the year, order intake in mechanical engineering unexpectedly surged in March. Special effects were responsible, which do not indicate the beginning of a broad upswing.
Consolidated Strength for AI-based Robotics
SCHUNK relies on strategic partnerships to bring intelligent automation to industrial applications faster. At the Hannover Messe 2026, SCHUNK demonstrated how Physical AI, robotics, and smart factory solutions can be specifically transferred to production environments.
Final report on GrindingHub 2026
With around 11,000 visitors and 462 exhibitors, GrindingHub 2026 in Stuttgart concluded on Saturday.
Early error detection in the manufacturing process
More efficient quality assurance for 3D-printed components in aviation
Laser processing for medical technology manufacturers in focus
Aerotech at the Medical Technology Germany Expo and Conference, July 1st and 2nd, 2026 at the Ulm Fair
Electrochemical Process for Tungsten Coatings
A research consortium from the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) and the specialty electrolyte manufacturer IoLiTec, led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology and Automation IPA, is developing a globally novel technology for the electrochemical deposition of pure tungsten coatings.
Fast NC Programming
The new version of the CAD/CAM suite hyperMILL increases both the speed at which NC programs can be created and process reliability for OPEN MIND Technologies AG. The software and its NC code-based simulation in hyperMILL VIRTUAL Machining support additional tool types and, for the first time, also angle heads.
Vacuum automation for safe packaging processes
At interpack in Düsseldorf, Schmalz presents vacuum technology for the automation of packaging lines and solutions for ergonomic load handling.
A tool, a device
EMCO Gears in Illinois has developed a modern manufacturing approach for a demanding bevel gear set with special geometry in collaboration with tool partner HORN USA.
Maximum machining flexibility
Special machine builder is equipped with a Rema vertical machining center with two rotary tables and additional drill rod holder for all applications
Tool for additive post-processing
Injection mold with contour cooling completed only thanks to special tool
With µm precision at the MTO Days
Kern Microtechnik will make its premiere in Stuttgart on June 9 and 10, 2026
Start of GrindingHub 2026
The trade fair at the Landesmesse in Stuttgart starts in an economically challenging environment – and at the same time deliberately sets impulses for efficiency, innovation, and investment security.
