Robust and delicate with WEAM
At Formnext 2025, Fraunhofer IWU will present the latest generation of the WEAM tool (Wire Encapsulating Additive Manufacturing).
VDMA publishes new interoperability study
Interoperability is key to digital transformation in mechanical engineering
The winners of the competition 'Excellence in Production'
BMW Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH (Eisenach plant) wins Toolmaking of the Year 2025
Battery housing made of aluminum foam
The Fraunhofer IWU and the automotive supplier Amsted Automotive presented an integrally constructed battery housing with aluminum foam sandwiches.
Hollow forging on an industrial scale
Fraunhofer IWU presents flexROLLmax, a system for larger components and material thicknesses.
Precise, smart, highly productive
Fraunhofer ILT will showcase innovations for the additive manufacturing of robust tungsten components to intelligent sensor parts at Formnext 2025.
Researcher in grinding technology honored
WGP awards the prestigious Otto Kienzle Memorial Medal to Dr. Monika Kipp
Research project 'FOLAMI' sets standards in shipbuilding
Laser beam welding for high-performance steel-aluminum connections
WZL and Ford develop the automobile factory of the future
Under the motto "Green Factory of the Future", the development of a maturity model for sustainability transformation at Ford has been advanced.
Video Tip: 40 Years of Fraunhofer ILT
In a humorous way, this video shows how the laser has evolved from a 'solution in search of a problem' to an indispensable tool in industries such as automotive engineering, aerospace, energy, medical technology, microelectronics, and quantum technology.
Flexibility in Production and Logistics
Flexible production systems enable companies to respond quickly to changing market conditions and individual customer needs.
Event Tip: Competition 'Excellence in Production' 2025:
For the 22nd time this year, the best tool and mold making companies in the German-speaking region will be honored in the competition 'Excellence in Production'.
Event Tip: "16th Schmalkalden Tool Conference"
Under the motto "Resource-efficient and economical tool development, manufacturing, and usage", the "16th Schmalkalden Tool Conference" will take place on November 26 and 27, 2025, in Schmalkalden. The GFE Schmalkalden e.V., the Professional Association of Precision Tools in the VDMA, and the Schmalkalden University invite you to this event.
Event Tip: International Laser Technology Congress
The AKL'26 will take place in Aachen from April 22 to 24, 2026.