Trumpf launched the new generation of its TruLaser Weld 5000 automated laser welding machine at Blechexpo. Compared to the previous series, the machine can be set up much faster and more easily.
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Thanks to the new TeachLine touch mode, users can optimize their welding programs directly on the machine screen. To do this, the operator uses a “touch gesture” to move the welding points to the desired position on the real component. Previously, a separate teach panel was required for this. The increased user-friendliness brings added value, especially for small batch sizes, as users can reach the first component of their series much faster.
The user creates the welding program beforehand using the proven offline programming software TruTops Weld, while the machine productively welds parts. “The combination of the new touch mode and TruTops Weld enables simple and intuitive operation of the machine – without any loss of productivity or in-depth programming knowledge,” says Trumpf Product Manager Moritz Berger.
New laser consumes 20 percent less energy
The machine is also particularly energy-efficient, as the integrated next-generation TruFiber laser consumes around 20 percent less energy. At the same time, five percent greater sealing depths are possible. Reduced operating costs, a lower CO2 footprint and greater productivity are the resulting benefits for the user. The new design of the protective cabin with higher doors also ensures that larger components can be transported into the machine more easily.
Proven technologies for high-quality weld seams
With the Trulaser Weld 5000, Trumpf’s proven BrightLine Scan function ensures better weld seam quality for aluminum and greater gap-bridging capability. The technology can also be used to achieve higher weld seam strength, for example in overlap seams. BrightLine Scan also expands the fields of application for the optics. This enables users not only to weld components, but also to clean and engrave them – without having to convert the machine. This multifunctionality significantly increases flexibility in production and reduces downtimes.
Trumpf has developed the BrightLine Weld function to prevent unwanted spatter on fixtures, components and the optics. The high-tech company uses a special laser light cable to achieve a more even power distribution. Thanks to the reduced spatter, users also need to replace the protective glass of their optics less frequently.
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Seamless integration into the Smart Factory
The new machine can be seamlessly integrated into a smart factory. This is ensured by corresponding interfaces for automated loading and unloading solutions or automated guided vehicles (AGV). It is also possible to clearly evaluate the machine’s live data via the Trumpf “Smart View” service. This allows users to detect errors at an early stage and exploit optimization potential.
The machine can also be customized for special requirements. For example, it is possible to integrate specialized loading and unloading systems for XXL components, such as rail-based shuttle systems. Other welding optics, sensors or beam sources are also possible.
Economical for small series and mass production
With the TruLaser Weld 5000, users can choose between a TruFiber laser of the latest generation with 3 kW, 6 kW or 9 kW laser power. Almost all common materials can be processed with the machine, in particular mild steel, stainless steel, copper or aluminum. Small and medium batch sizes can be produced just as economically with the machine as large series.
With its high level of flexibility, the machine is suitable for a wide range of sheet metal production companies, both for job stores and product stores. It is particularly suitable for industries that place high demands on visually high-quality weld seams, including the furniture industry, switch cabinet construction, housing and apparatus construction and medical technology.
Dr. Leibinger-Kammüller: Signs of improvement
At the end of the 2024/2025 financial year on June 30, 2025, the Trumpf Group recorded a 16% decline in sales to 4.3 billion euros (2023/2024 financial year: 5.2 billion euros). Incoming orders fell less sharply to EUR 4.2 billion (previously EUR 4.6 billion). This corresponds to a decrease of 7% compared to the previous year.
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) fell to 59 million euros (previous year: 501 million euros) as a result of the decline in sales, but also due to the necessary structural measures we took. The EBIT margin was also unsatisfactory at 1.4% (previous year: 9.7%). Adjusted for the structural measures taken, earnings before interest and taxes amounted to 230 million euros and the EBIT margin was 5.3%.
Dr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammüller, CEO of Trumpf, explained at the presentation of the balance sheet in Ditzingen: “The slowing global economy and geopolitical uncertainties led to a continued and significant reluctance to make new investments among customers worldwide in the past financial year. Nevertheless, we believe that we have now reached the bottom. There are cautious signs of improvement. Our incoming orders, for example, have not fallen for several months and are stabilizing at a level that is undoubtedly still too low.”
Dr. Leibinger-Kammüller was therefore cautiously optimistic about the outlook for the current financial year until June 30, 2026. Trumpf sees opportunities in individual markets and business areas. “These include, for example, electromobility, semiconductors and electronics, our smart factories and services in the machine tools sector. Overall, it is to be expected that many customers will renew their machinery after a long period and will also use our offerings in the areas of networked production and artificial intelligence.”
As at June 30, 2025, the number of Trumpf employees worldwide was 18,303 (previous year: 19,018). In Germany, the number of employees fell by 1.8 percent to 9,337 (previous year: 9,505). Of these, 5,907 worked at the headquarters in Ditzingen, Gerlingen, Hettingen and Höfingen. In the reporting year, 613 young people completed an apprenticeship or course of study at the Cooperative State University. The rate was therefore 3.1 percent (previous year: 2.9 percent).
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