"Measuring Technology as a Driver of Innovation"
3D Metrology Conference (3DMC) celebrates its 10th anniversary
Utilizing production data securely in real-time
Fraunhofer CCIT presents innovative solutions for connected production in the metalworking industry at EMO Hannover 2025
Electric cars without range limitation
An example of how Germany can become independent from China is a project for the electrification of highways. With IPT technology, resource consumption can be significantly reduced.
Intelligent measuring and researching
Innovative research project to optimize multidimensional measurement strategies starts
Successful development project optimizes stator processing
NILES-SIMMONS and MAPAL jointly develop a series-ready solution for stator processing and set new standards
Solutions for safe and high-purity automation
At this year's trade fair Automatica, the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology and Automation IPA showcased numerous solutions that – also thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI) – significantly simplify and accelerate the planning, programming, and training of robots.
AI helps in the search for alternatives
There are many reasons why companies need to replace certain raw or materials with others. A research team from Fraunhofer IPA has now developed an AI-supported tool for material substitution.
Knowledge exchange at the highest level
From June 1 to 6, hundreds of experts in refractory and hard metals from research, teaching, and industry will meet again in Reutte: at the 21st Plansee Seminar, one of the largest specialist conferences in the world in this field, the latest findings in the industry will be presented and discussed.
Digitalization promotes competitiveness
The competitiveness of the German and European industry was discussed at the WGP spring conference and what improvement potentials are available.
Customized Coatings
CemeCon offers engineering for customized coating solutions. Jürgen Balzereit and Stephan Geisen describe how the coating specialist develops individual premium coatings and competitive advantages for the customer.
Digital Engineering in the Industrial Metaverse
The industrial metaverse simplifies and accelerates industrial processes. To further develop its portfolio, SCHUNK relies on digital engineering to unlock new potentials and increase its customers' productivity.
Innovative Steel Casting
A breakthrough in steel casting technology has been achieved by Fraunhofer IWU and the TU Bergakademie Freiberg.
Process-safe Inconel machining at MTU
MTU Aero Engines AG in Munich has invested in a central coolant cleaning and chip disposal system (ZKSS) from KNOL for turbine disc machining.
Seminar Tip: "Process, Tool, and Machine Analysis"
On October 22 and 23, 2025, the Institute for Machining Manufacturing invites you to the seminar on Process, Tool, and Machine Analysis at the Technical University of Dortmund.