Groundbreaking at GMN

The machine builder GMN is investing 28 million euros in a new high-precision production hall for the manufacture of ball bearings

Specialist Talk - Jochen Dümmel from Paul Dümmel Tool Factory

The Paul Dümmel Werkzeugfabrik GmbH in Hü lben is established as a manufacturer of precise miniature tools in the world of machining. In an interview with zerspanungstechnik.de, Managing Director Jochen Dümmel talks about tradition, supply security, bureaucracy, the female quota, and explains the Swabian-sustainable principle.

MAPAL - Transformation processes bear fruit

MAPAL has already responded to the profound changes worldwide years ago and has consistently further developed its structures and processes. The business development in 2025 met its own expectations.

New CFO at GROB

As of July 1, 2026, Olaf Böckers will take over the responsibilities as CFO (Chief Financial Officer) and member of the management board of the GROB Group. Olaf Böckers will succeed Wolfram Weber as part of a planned management change.

Record order from the USA

LiCON receives the largest order in its company's history

Development cooperation for humanoid robotic systems

SCHUNK and Bosch start development cooperation for humanoid robot hands

Triton Partners buys Flender

The investment company Carlyle has announced that it has signed an agreement for the sale of Flender, a provider of mechanical drive technology, to Triton Fund 6 advised by Triton.

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.

GTDE elects Dejan Frzovic as chairman

The Graphical Tool Data Exchange Association elected a new board at its annual meeting in Tübingen.

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

From Handwheel to High-End CNC

How the Steinmüller Education Center Elevates Metal Training to a New Level with FPS Milling Machines

SIMTEK relies on recyclates

SIMTEK Precision Tools GmbH is consistently transitioning tool packaging to sustainable circular economy

CERATIZIT secures tungsten supply

Initiative of the Plansee Group to establish a strategic tungsten oxide reserve in the United States

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