Germany - Increasing cost pressures and fiercer competition are driving toolmakers to embrace new concepts such as Tooling 4.0 and to industrialise their operations to reduce idle and lead times by limiting the number of variations in tool components and processes.

A Birmingham metal stamping company is taking on the worlds press-workers and winning after announcing a £1.5m export boost.

Walter AG, a provider of specialised machining solutions, has celebrated the centenary of its foundation with guests from the worlds of business and politics.

Germany — Formnext 2021 will be open to those who have recovered from or been vaccinated against Covid-19. The decision was reached by the organiser, Mesago Messe Frankfurt, in consultation with the Exhibitor Advisory Board.

Chip removal speed is a key parameter. Parts weighing over 100 kg could be made from blocks of aluminium weighing four tonnes or more, which means that 97.5% of the material has to be removed.

Mobile data collection refers to the collection of order, goods and machine data. The integration of devices into the process flow has influence on efficiency.

Netherlands/Germany – GKN Sinter Metals has announced it has begun series production of additively manufactured precision automotive parts at its plant in Radevormwald, Germany.

ZPF, manufacturer of highly efficient aluminium melting furnaces, has just developed a melting furnace that melts down aluminium chips as well as recycle material and ingots, ensuring a sustainable utilisation system.

Milacron announces its defintive agreement to sell Uniloy Molding Business to Osgood Group, LLC and Cyprium Investment Partners, LLC.

In this free on demand webinar Husky expert Emmanuel Armand sheds light on the challenges faced by manufacturers of medical products. In particular, the online session focuses on the ability of Integrated OEM Systems — such as machines, hot runners, moulds & controllers — to reduce cost associated with wastage while ensuring performance.