Germany — Leonhard Kurz is a foil specialist, Arburg an expert in the injection moulding of plastics. In this article, the partners explain what a combination of know-how makes possible.

Switzerland — In order to strengthen the Group's position, Mikron's Board of Directors has decided to merge the four Swiss companies Mikron Tool SA Agno, Mikron SA Agno, Mikron SA Boudry and Mikron Management AG into a new entity called Mikron Switzerland AG.

Italy — In 2020, the Italian manufacturing industry of machine tools, robots and automation systems reported a considerable fall of all main economic indicators. Nonetheless, it was able to maintain the positions gained in the international rankings of the sector, where it confirmed its fourth place among manufacturing countries and among exporting countries.

Kärcher is a name familiar to many households or garden owners, and its distinctive yellow and black logo is synonymous with cleaning systems around the world. Since 1950 when Alfred Kärcher invented the first high-pressure cleaner in Europe, the Winnenden-headquartered family business has expanded beyond its German roots and today boasts offices in almost 70 countries.

Germany – Among Incoe’s exhibits at K was its Soft-Gate valve-pin velocity-control which optimises processes in hot runner technology.

Italian tool manufacturer Cerin is exploring the advantages of exotic nickel alloys for tool manufacturing. To ensure precision, repeatability, and stability, the company relies on a fleet of Anca machines and corresponding control solutions.

Germany — With the aim of acknowledging their responsibility when it comes to limiting and gradually reducing the company’s greenhouse gas emissions, Ensinger presented a climate strategy.

UK - Machining tool steel die nests is a complex operation at the best of times. A particularly intricate job used to be a loss-making operation for a UK-based toolmaking firm. But now the purchase of a 5-axis machine is said to save enough time to make the process profitable.

Brazil/Mexico - Over the course of the entire year 2016, WBA Aachener Werkzeugbau Akademie presents spotlights of the most important international tooling markets. This edition focuses on Brazil and Mexico.

The digital networking of man and machine in the age of artificial intelligence will be the focus of Hannover Messe 2019. Highlights are presented in the six line-up feature of the trade fair.