Development cooperation for humanoid robotic systems

SCHUNK and Bosch start development cooperation for humanoid robot hands

Redefining Turnkey Competence

How MAPAL accelerates processes, reduces risks, and creates future security with holistic manufacturing solutions

Laser Processes for Quantum Technology

A consortium of industry and research has developed new laser-based approaches in the project 'HiPEQ' to realize miniaturized robust beam sources for quantum technology applications.

New Generation of Ball Track Milling Cutters

With the new KX system, Paul Horn GmbH is launching a powerful solution for the economical and process-safe machining of ball tracks.

Again with a system

To bring order to the tool arsenal and to work more economically and user-friendly at the same time, AFB is now relying on HELISLOT slot milling cutters from ISCAR.

Micrometer precision in mass production

Kern manufactures 200,000 highly precise cardiac pacemaker components annually

Joint international trade fair presence

MODIG, IBARMIA, and LiCON will jointly exhibit at the world's leading trade fairs for machining technology in 2026. The group is expanding its global presence through a joint appearance at IMTS in Chicago and AMB in Stuttgart.

Warehouse management via smartphone

KASTOlogic mobile digitizes manual warehouses. The app guides employees through all processes – from storage to order picking. Also available as a stand-alone solution.

Automated Dismantling of High-Voltage Batteries

With LHDismantle, Liebherr-Verzahntechnik has developed an efficient solution for sustainable battery recycling and circular economy

Cooperation for advanced development

Comau and Reis Robotics have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at jointly developing and providing advanced automation products and solutions for various industries.

Flender commissions new location in Brazil

Flender is expanding its presence in South America by acquiring the service business for wind turbines and industrial gear from Wärtsilä Brazil. The trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur creates ideal conditions for customer partnerships in a highly dynamic market

Longer service life for molds and tools

The Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT demonstrates how tool life cycles can be extended, downtime reduced, and production processes optimized ecologically with its latest developments.

Order intake mechanical engineering April 2026

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.

Precision as a competitive advantage

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

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