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Automated welding at Stadler Anlagenbau has been given a further boost by the Tawers G4 welding robot system. © Panasonic Factory Solutions

More progress in automated welding

27. May 2026

A manufacturer of recycling and waste sorting systems wanted to weld its systems automatically rather than manually and procured a new control system for this purpose. This shortens the welding […]

The Benteler Group remains in family hands; now the fifth generation, Casper Benteler, has taken over control. © Benteler

Next generation takes over Benteler Group

26. May 2026

Casper Benteler has taken control of the Benteler Group. This was previously held by Hubertus Benteler Ges.m.b.H., Salzburg, and Dr. Ing. E.h. Helmut Benteler GmbH, Paderborn. The details of the […]

The roller conveyor blast machine painted in Schottel's colors enables repeatable quality in production. © Schottel

Automation increases production efficiency

22. May 2026

Efficiency in all areas was the goal. To achieve this, a German manufacturer of drive and maneuvering systems as well as control systems for ships and offshore applications invested in […]

The market for sheet metal, stamped and other vendor parts is highly competitive. In order to be able to acquire profitable new orders, an exact cost analysis is essential. © THIELEN SOFTWARE & CONSULTING

Secure lucrative orders and profits

21. May 2026

Suppliers have to calculate very carefully, especially when the economy is weak. The right quotation calculation helps to correctly determine and cover costs, as well as to win lucrative orders […]

Dillinger produces difender plates from alloyed heat-treatable steels. © Dillinger

Cold cut, correctly warmed

20. May 2026

According to the Stockholm Sipri Institute, global arms spending will reach 2,700,000,000,000 US dollars in 2024 – and the trend is rising. European steel manufacturers have responded to the growing […]

Marvin Horn will drive market expansion as Sales Manager at Sic Marking. © Sic Marking

Marvin Horn heads up sales at Sic Marking

19. May 2026

Marvin Horn has taken over as sales manager at Sic Marking in Remscheid. He has experience in sheet metal processing and mechanical engineering and will be responsible for driving market […]

They are delighted to have won the award (from left). Kristina zur Mühlen (moderator), Dr. Claus Schnitzler, Ulrich Berners (both AKL board members), Dr. Anne Michel, Romina Villella, Daniel Bold, Dr. Tobias Dyck (all 4Jet Microtech) and Dr. Markus Kogel-Hollacher (Managing Director AKL). © Fraunhofer ILT/Andreas Steindl

Laser technology award for aviation development

13. May 2026

The Innovation Award Laser Technology 2026, endowed with 10,000 euros, goes to Dr. Tobias Dyck, Head of the Leaf Business Unit at 4Jet Microtech GmbH in Alsdorf. The Arbeitskreis Lasertechnik […]

Users can now try out how to weld with a cobot at Lorch in Munich. © Lorch welding technology

Lorch opens new application center

12. May 2026

Lorch Schweißtechnik has set up an application center at the Munich site of its parent company Daihen Smart Solutions Europe. Interested parties can see Lorch’s automation systems under real conditions […]

The robot-guided friction stir welding gun "Steppwelder" in use on a 6-axis industrial robot. Dominik Walz, MPA, University of Stuttgart

Suitable for lightweight series

8. May 2026

Researchers have succeeded in developing a new form of friction stir welding for flexible, robot-based production lines. The newly developed “Steppwelder” welding gun enables the joining of high-strength aluminum alloys […]

The calibration device demonstrates its capabilities in use for pressure gauge testing. © Burster

Check very carefully on site

5. May 2026

Mobile testing devices are a must for service and calibration technicians: regular maintenance and system calibration of sensors on presses and assembly lines is only possible with the right equipment. […]

The Benteler management with (from left) Thomas Michels (COO, Benteler Steel/Tube), Tobias Braun (CFO, Benteler Group), Ralf Göttel (CEO, Benteler Group), Daniel Thewes (Plant Manager of the Schloß Neuhaus and Paderborn plants, Benteler Steel/Tube) are campaigning for Paderborn. © Benteler

Major investment in Paderborn

29. April 2026

Benteler strengthens its sites in Paderborn with further investments. The focus is on a major project of the Benteler Steel/Tube Division: Around 17 million euros are being invested in the […]

Titgemeyer, the specialist for fastening technology, is also involved in plant construction. © Titgemeyer

Looking ahead for the anniversary

28. April 2026

Titgemeyer from Osnabrück is celebrating its 125th anniversary. For the internationally active company, however, the anniversary is not just an opportunity to look back, but also a commitment to the […]

Hydrogen can damage steel - thyssenkrupp counters this with specially developed steel materials. © Thyssenkrupp Steel

These steels tolerate hydrogen

24. April 2026

Thyssenkrupp Steel presented H₂-optimized steels for the transport of hydrogen and hydrogen mixtures at the Tube trade fair in Düsseldorf. The materials are designed to meet specific requirements such as […]

The Turbo2plus Compact folding machine requires little space despite its long bending length. © RAS Reinhardt

Large bending length compactly accommodated

23. April 2026

RAS Reinhardt Maschinenbau is presenting a folding machine called Turbo2plus Compact with a new XXL folding beam. It is available in bending lengths of 2,540 mm, 3,200 mm or 4,060 […]

The electric press Tox Flexpress Station with 2-hand start button. . © Tox

Electric press for precise joining

22. April 2026

Tox is expanding its portfolio of modular press systems with the Flexpress Station. The electrically driven platform is designed for a wide range of joining and forming processes. Its design […]

The bending cell becomes a service

Megatrends: Full pipe, on wire

Weight and precision in series

Automation decides for itself

How ideas become progress

Quick and clean disassembly