WTO invests in the USA

Ceremonial opening of the new headquarters for North America and the 30th anniversary of WTO USA

More Cutting – Less Tool Costs

When machining a thin-walled component made of titanium, contract manufacturer Mayer Feintechnik relies on ISCAR's brand new six-edged LOGIQ6TURN for roughing.

The Art of Laser Span Geometry

Where previously the cutting edges of carbide tools were predominantly ground, today the laser is used to create an optimal tool geometry. With a report based on experience, SIMTEK Precision Tools GmbH provides information about the complex path to laser-cut geometry.

HERMLE AG - Decline in Domestic Market and Increase Abroad

The machine factory Berthold HERMLE AG was influenced by difficult economic conditions in the first half of 2025, but developed somewhat better than expected overall due to growth abroad.

Even smarter

Fraunhofer IWU and Fraunhofer IIS present the new generation of the ingenious tool holder smartTOOL

US Manufacturing in July 2025

Machine orders decline despite stronger year-on-year growth

Nakamura-Tome strengthens market presence

The manufacturer of CNC lathes and turning-milling centers, headquartered in Hakusan, Ishikawa (Japan), positions itself as a direct sales company in Germany and Austria by taking over the sales and service areas from Hommel GmbH.

Order intake in mechanical engineering July 2025

The slight easing in the order books in July is not a trend reversal: The hoped-for dynamism in investments in mechanical engineering is still lacking. Therefore, the promised relief must come in the autumn.

Future of the industry from a global perspective

Turning parts association benefits from international exchange

HAIMER presents "Tool Room of the Future"

How modern tool management can look is revealed by HAIMER to the visitors of EMO 2025 in Hanover with an extensive portfolio.

Indexable Insert Cordless Screwdriver from Kyocera

Kyocera Unimerco presents the DTD500 – an electric indexable insert cordless screwdriver and torque wrench in one device. It enables up to 50 percent faster tool changes compared to mechanical tools.

Edge quality without compromise

With the use of the high-precision ibex deburring system from KEMPF, the valve specialist VETEC Ventiltechnik GmbH from Speyer achieves a step towards process-safe and economical edge processing in single-part production.

Premium in Technology and Service

As a coating specialist, CemeCon AG offers a comprehensive service. Competent and experienced CemeCon technicians are available around the clock and seven days a week for customers.

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.

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