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Schröder enables the fully automated production of sheet metal enclosures with the gantry system for the MAK 4 Evolution UD swivel-bending machine. © Schröder Group

Automated Swivel Bending Without Robots

30. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

The Schröder Group unveiled a gantry system for the MAK 4 Evolution UD at Euroblech 2026. It automates loading, unloading, and clamping, enabling unmanned production without robots. Other exhibits cover […]

At Hirschmann Automotive, the Stampack software reduces correction loops and turnaround times. © Hirschmann Automotive GmbH

Fewer tryouts, greater material efficiency

29. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

The new version of the Stampack Xpress 2026.1 software was on display at the Stampack booth during Euroblech 2026. This enables designers to address cost drivers early on: volume simulation […]

At Euroblech 2026, RAS will showcase machines for automated bending and sheet metal processing. © RAS Reinhardt Maschinenbau

Focus on Automation

28. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

A shortage of skilled workers, rising production costs, and increasing demands for quality and flexibility are shaping the industrial sheet metal processing sector. RAS therefore focused its presentation at Euroblech […]

The Biber robotic cutting system in action. © ERL

Robots can now do more

27. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

The Biber robotic cutting system now features Biber.next, a software solution for 3D-aided machining. A point cloud of the workpiece is used to capture component geometries, detect collision areas, and […]

Arku Maschinenbau, a manufacturer of straightening and deburring machines, has become part of Gesco SE. © Arku

Gesco Acquires Arku Maschinenbau

26. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

Gesco SE, based in Wuppertal, is acquiring all shares of Arku Maschinenbau GmbH, headquartered in Baden-Baden. A binding agreement to this effect has been signed by both parties. Gesco SE […]

When converting a flywheel press to servo drive technology, components such as clutches, brakes, and V-belts are no longer required. © Baumüller

The Right Drive System Reduces Energy Consumption

26. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

Flexible motion profiles, machine modernization, and drive concepts designed to reduce energy consumption and power requirements were the focus of Baumüller’s exhibition at Euroblech 2026. Among other things, the company […]

The Ivos Sheet Metal system can load and unload unknown sheet metal parts with varying geometries. © Schmalz

Sheet Metal in Motion

26. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

Schmalz presented gripping systems—both automated and manual—and vacuum generators at Euroblech 2026 in Hanover. Among them were units being showcased in Germany for the first time. One of the two […]

With a Z-axis travel of 750 mm, the new LT-Free 3015 can machine larger components than before. © BLM

Larger working area for 3D laser cutting

26. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

At Euroblech 2026, the BLM Group unveiled the LT-Free 3015, a new 3D laser cutting system designed for machining large-format metal components. A working area of up to 3,000 × […]

Prima Power's integrated sheet metal processing systems are modular and scalable. © Prima Power

Flexible Manufacturing, Fully Integrated

26. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

Prima Power unveiled two flexible manufacturing systems at Euroblech 2026 in Hanover. The first line offers laser processing combined with a new bending application, as well as automation and material-flow […]

Even stainless steel can cause rust if it is combined with other metals in the wrong way. © Stainless Steel Information Center

Fact Sheet Explains Bimetallic Corrosion in Stainless Steel

23. October 2026 Stéphane Itasse

The Stainless Steel Information Center has published a revised technical bulletin on the topic of bimetallic corrosion. The question of whether stainless steel can be combined with aluminum, galvanized steel, […]