Digitally monitored, highly precisely finished

Rösler Surface Technology has developed a two-stage process for the economical processing of acetabular cups in a vibratory finishing machine.

Two Callings for the Production of the Future

A new chapter begins at the Machine Tool Laboratory WZL of RWTH Aachen: With Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Riesener and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Boos, MBA, two personalities take on responsibilities that have shaped the institute for years and will now significantly shape its future.

The VDWF Annual General Meeting 2026

Together raising the voice for tool and mold making

Automated Dismantling of High-Voltage Batteries

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

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

Next era of simulation-controlled automation

Together with Visual Components, the KUKA Group is advancing the development of simulation-controlled solutions – from planning to virtual commissioning to operation. The goal is to optimize processes early, reduce risks, and significantly accelerate the implementation of complex automation projects.

HERMLE exceeds expectations

The machine factory Berthold HERMLE AG performed well in 2025 under very turbulent external conditions and developed overall better than expected.

Vacuum automation for safe packaging processes

At interpack in Düsseldorf, Schmalz presents vacuum technology for the automation of packaging lines and solutions for ergonomic load handling.

Preview Moulding Expo 2027

The Landesmesse Stuttgart has announced the dates for the Moulding Expo. The trade fair for tool, model, and mold making will take place in a changed format from May 11 to 12, 2027, in Stuttgart.

Lead-Free Alloys in Focus

With the publication of the updated RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU on December 12, 2025, the European Union has formally confirmed the gradual ban on lead as an alloying component in electrical and electronic applications.