:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/8d/b7/8db71c3fe25cd48399bfd8faaa5e90f7/0129228188v1.jpeg "The Contract Manufacturing Index shows the value of the market for contract and subcontract manufacturing services for machining, fabrication, and other processes. (Source: Qimtek)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/fc/44/fc4431baf22faf49f91d695e7725b0de/0129227575v2.jpeg "Rejlek Group has commissioned a Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Intelect 130 with integrated SAM-C robot in Vienna, advancing energy-efficient, high-precision and sustainable injection moulding production. (Source: Sumitomo (SHI) Demag )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/49/58/4958084fe5c4ed0a7758f7cfb3051e92/0128854986v1.jpeg "Intelligent material procurement connects components, materials, and processes into one seamless flow. (Bild: FACTUREE - The Online Manufacturer)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ad/39/ad3982b17d8034c9134821a24e023d12/0128991046v2.jpeg "Alpla uses the extrusion blow moulding (EBM) process to manufacture innovative plastic packaging for various sectors in the FMCG market. (Source: Alpla)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2f/34/2f344c97b0e4a9613850f3bb3b519101/0129337496v2.jpeg "Die & Mould India Expo 2026 will spotlight the latest developments and advanced technological innovations in tooling, mould-making, plastic injection moulding, and precision manufacturing. (Source: Tagma)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/52/8c/528c3c99265c6d8951e6bb1dcf4ed7c2/0129224981v1.jpeg "For significantly greater efficiency: Smart grinding technologies mark a decisive step toward robust, self-optimizing manufacturing systems. (Source: KSF)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/28/95/28952358db60b91461ebfda8196fad46/0129221819v1.jpeg "A Hurco / Kawasaki automated machining cell based on a 5-axis, swivelling-spindle Hurco machine. At Mach 2026, the robot system will feed a cantilever-type 5-axis model, VC500i. (Source: Hurco Europe )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d0/bd/d0bd3f70a8063a08274ed663509a1053/0129219028v2.jpeg "The Engel team presented the first autonomous injection moulding cell at Swiss Plastics Expo 2026. The solution reduces setup times, saves material and ensures consistently high quality – winning over the professional audience. (Source: Engel)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/b7/e0/b7e0832ad0be13fb559a7028f2ef02c7/0129386806v2.jpeg "(Source: Husky)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/5d/3c/5d3cd553a019b4033e441e61f98b23d6/0129229293v1.jpeg "Featured also will be the Roemheld Moduhub equipment range, designed to help operators handle heavy or awkward components safely and efficiently during manual assembly. It also has the facility to feed back production data. (Source: Roemheld)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/82/e7/82e72d20cefdef73713b584312be57d0/0129209599v2.jpeg "Asim Spahović, Hasco (third from left), in discussion with BSI customers Erwin Bekto, Redžo Bekto and Mehmed Šehić (from left to right). (Source: Hasco)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/52/76/5276fd0bc681a34a30c4d7dc0ac4784c/0129107063v1.jpeg "Meusburger’s digital customer portal streamlines mould and die procurement by replacing lengthy email-based ordering with fast online shopping cart imports, smart configurators and full order transparency (Source: Meusburger)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ae/7c/ae7cfa25bd4cbdee97cf91514a80a569/0129333424v1.jpeg "Formnext 2026 strengthens industry focus with UK as partner country. (Source: Mesago/ Marc Jacquemin)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/50/7e/507e92bc6eb96c6646801c23695fd698/0128867905v2.jpeg "Branding plate for Alstom trains produced in series. (Source: Replique )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/cd/8c/cd8c3ca788be29055f3af26645fa0262/0128810840v1.jpeg "New materials and enhanced sourcing controls extend Xometry’s marketplace capabilities for aerospace, defence and medical manufacturing. (Source: Noah Willman)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/40/59/4059f2264fa9693e048ee11050839486/0128700610v1.jpeg "By directly generating laser paths from implicit geometry, the hybrid toolpath drastically improves surface finish, mechanical strength, and computational efficiency for microscale lattices. (Source: Junhao Ding et al.)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/07/74/07746815a405db2865052931aa3b9655/0129103565v1.jpeg "Mr Slimm at the control of the automated DMG Mori CMX 70 U VMC. The robot enclosure with safety fence and light curtain may be seen in the background. (Source: Whitehouse Machine Tools )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/05/11/05119b92ebfd03919d063b254eec1b27/0129056177v1.jpeg "Setting up the FZP42 at Schütz (Source: Zimmermann)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9b/5d/9b5db33353f3e5a256e2f634ddc349c7/0129333056v1.jpeg "Browser-based simulation results showing improved cooling times after accepting SimForm's automated channel recommendations. (Source: Machine Works)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/0a/e1/0ae1b7a9cc45bf10ebcbce27be707eda/0129230371v1.jpeg "Vericut Optimizer is a standalone optimisation solution that works directly from NC code. (Source: Vericut)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f4/e9/f4e9eabb65e0b34fe9911620718ea8e2/0129055594v1.jpeg "HCL CAM Works 2025 integrates CAM programming into the 3D Experience Solidworks platform, combining cloud-based collaboration with machine-aware CNC programming. (Source: HCL Software)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ba/7b/ba7bc9220708dc4bd16b8c815db267c2/0128938301v1.jpeg "The certification from Solidworks positions Ency as a Solidworks-compatible solution for combined CNC and robot programming, supporting stable, synchronized processes from design through to manufacturing. (Source: Ency)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f9/ca/f9ca9cace88200a5ec0946f193264963/0129209504v1.jpeg "Neil Taylor, who has worked in the toolroom at Pre-Met for 20 years. (Source: Pre-Met)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2f/61/2f61dd20be68049fa2320a2e5aa860d7/0123789183v2.jpeg "from left to right: Sodick President Giuseppe Addelia and Vice President Salvatore Cocco (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c5/49/c54973f28495dada1c7605f913717341/0121533734v1.jpeg "The set-up of the complex parts on the new Sodick ALC600G (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/94/8f/948f81f46645691d1d90152ef605a0ae/0120806008v2.jpeg "Some of the billets clamped and ready for lights out machining at Bellcliffe. (Source: ETG)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/04/3d/043d3f95c300d98d7188d2c2f0673aa5/0129365083v1.jpeg "The extremely high demands placed on manufacturing precision in high-tech industries include the cleanliness of components. These sometimes extremely strict requirements call for appropriately designed cleaning processes and systems as well as a suitable manufacturing environment. (Source: Ecoclean)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/0b/9e/0b9e9ae6c55036cf35f97cd4ffca9d27/0129363249v2.jpeg "The dimension inspection process for the workpiece reference. The measurement software interface is displayed on the system monitor, which includes a 3D model of the measured surface of the part and the parameters of the inspection program. (Source: Mitutoyo Europe)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/3e/fb/3efbcc73e59a0c19de0676cf569c6f28/0129201505v1.jpeg "A screen shot from LK’s online virtual showroom. (Source: LK Metrology)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9e/59/9e59861a06c0d20831e0d7d5191188ed/0129056166v2.jpeg "At Southern Manufacturing 2026, Carfulan Group is showcasing its full portfolio of advanced production and metrology technologies, including the first public presentation of OGP UK’s Smart Scope M7, alongside live demonstrations of additive manufacturing, optical measurement and tool presetting. (Source: Carfulan)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4a/3e/4a3ee5cd13d05629db9d3e88aa22ff01/0129103256v1.jpeg "Full-flow microfiltration to 3 to 5 µm, demand-based backwashing, precise temperature control, and modular system architecture make the cooling lubricant peripherals a real performance factor for the entire production chain. (Source: Vomat)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6b/b4/6bb456c148f06af9d65155da63665c22/0129102929v1.jpeg "Thanks to a dual spindle, hybrid machines can grind PCD tools (top) and erode them (bottom) in a single set-up, increasing efficiency in terms of both time and quality. (Source: Vollmer Werke Maschinenfabrik)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f3/4d/f34d32adcd63bdf5332e4d57ae75611a/0128850501v1.jpeg "The new AW Series Oil Mist Collectors from Filtermist (Source: Filtermist)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/7c/a2/7ca2adf016cad8d1de510c4df0ff57bc/0128810813v1.jpeg "Vomat, based in Treuen, stands for fine filtration technology in industrial metalworking, which not only sets technical standards but also impresses with its exceptional vertical range of manufacture. (Source: KSKOMM)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/57/9c/579c8e2bcff2e800a19fcb0926e574fa/0129056117v1.jpeg "Fortis mill grinding wheels from weiler abrasives are designed for hot and cold rolling mills, combining advanced ceramic grain technology with longer service life to reduce downtime and increase productivity. (Source: Weiler Abrasives)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4a/5f/4a5fd6bde5784db58812f15386c2126f/0126112832v2.jpeg "Boride Engineered Abrasives offers mould makers worldwide a complete toolkit for achieving top-quality surface finishes. (Source: Boride)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/87/3c/873c56a315b598e5491cef38d9ef72f1/0123364440v1.jpeg "The fully synthetic corrosion protection Z2690/… comes with NSF-H1 registration. (Source: Hasco)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6b/9c/6b9cab1e262f77caed8179ed3dc29807/0129104421v1.jpeg "GMH Gruppe has consolidated Kind & Co., Schmiedewerke Gröditz and Buderus Edelstahl into a unified Open-Die Forging Group, supported by a 30 million euro investment programme to strengthen Europe-based tool steel and forging supply. (Source: Oliver Pracht/ GMH Gruppe)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/39/a3/39a32d830d6bb6e4471c79e537c5ca52/chimei-ecologue-frosch-6000x3373v1v1.jpeg "The green frog represents the Ecologue portfolio at CHIMEI. It reflects the company's commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability – aiming to drive progress in various industries while also contributing to addressing global environmental challenges. (Image:CHIMEI)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2b/29/2b297a2773f13d3017fc6d49424a57b1/0127570680v1.jpeg "Dr Aphrodite Tomou heads up the technical department of Goodfellow (Source: Goodfellow)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/07/fd/07fd8752b8d884ee69baba1b2207d82d/0129373572v1.jpeg "This is the new leadership team taking over at Meusburger in Wolfurt. From left to right: Simon Köb, Head of Sales and Marketing; the new CEO, Stefan Kraxner; and Tobias Fuchs, responsible for Finance and central functions. (Source: Meusburger/ Studio Fasching)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/13/ec/13ece74e59d459301ea38becf80c9706/0129200881v1.jpeg "DN Solutions CEO Won-jong Kim (Left) with Heller CEO Thorsten Schmidt. (Source: DN Solutions)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/fe/9b/fe9b79ee842142ff26180132de72b2d5/0129103360v1.jpeg "Innova Engineered Plastics has expanded its Mexicali manufacturing site with new injection moulding capacity to meet growing demand for heavy gauge plastic enclosures in highly regulated industries. (Source: Innova Engineered Plastics)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2a/7e/2a7e5ced0986e88a6c24123fba954dee/0128871141v2.jpeg "Leadership transition at Hasco: Markus Büngers steps into the role of CEO. (Source: Hasco)")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1880300/1880368/original.jpg?v= "In his address, VDWF President Prof. Thomas Seul pointed out how important it was to be present as an association, especially during the pandemic crisis. (VDWF)")
VDWF - Verband Deutscher Werkzeug- und Formenbauer e.V.
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/01/ac/01ac4fd6301bee36c92637f6d1a10a6c/97122792.jpeg?v= "During the Virtual Innovation Day, an expert panel discussed the current and future challanges faced by the European tool, pattern and mouldmaking industry. (Source: Moulding Expo)")
Article | Jun 14, 2021
Expert talk: How can the European tool and mould making industry remain competitive?
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1698300/1698387/original.jpg?v= "Forearm door openers from Brinkmann and Burwinkel: In the fight against corona, Formenbau Brinkmann from Mühlen joined forces with the neighbouring company Burwinkel to develop a door handle attachment. Doors can be opened and closed with the forearm. The injection moulds required for this were finalised by Brinkmann in an incredible speed of seven days. The daily production capacity is 2500 pieces. (VDWF)")
Article | Apr 22, 2020
VDWF members fight Corona
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1227400/1227461/original.jpg?v= "Will Messe Stuttgart be able to attract more visitors than last year? In May 2017, we will be able to find out. (Landesmesse Stuttgart)")
Article | May 11, 2017
Moulding Expo is about to start!
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1175300/1175312/original.jpg?v= "Jari Saaranen (left) with Ralf Duerrwaechter, the CEO of German Association of Tool and Mould Manufacturers (VDWF). (Messe Stuttgart)")
Article | Feb 14, 2017
Germany: Moulding Expo almost at Finish Line
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1152500/1152585/original.jpg?v= "Topics like Toolmaking 4.0, automation, additive manufacturing, globalisation and cooperation will continue to determine the current year. (© Andrew Kras / Fotolia.com)")
Article | Jan 16, 2017
State of the tool, mould and die-making industry: What's ahead for 2017?
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1085600/1085668/original.jpg?v= "VDWF's \"Voll Wild\" event included a visit to Meissner, a Wallau-based tool and mould maker, as well as a tour around the facilities of Bikar Metalle in Bad Berleburg. Presentations about the importance of IT security and how to create a \"dream company\" rounded off the interesting event. (wort und form, VDWF)")
Article | Oct 11, 2016
VDWF members gather at Meissner and Bikar Metalle
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1002200/1002235/original.jpg?v= "VDWF in Eisenach: more than 30 young entrepeneurs from the German tool and mould making sector joined the networking event on 22 March 2016. (Source: wortundform)")