Spanflug is presenting new features of its manufacturing platform for CNC turned and milled parts at the AMB. The most important innovation is the integration of real-time data from semi-finished product suppliers into the platform.

Performance,_{CO2 footprint} and digitalization are highly topical issues in machining production - for machine tool manufacturers and users alike. At AMB, Heidenhain will be presenting very specific solutions for the closely interlinked but often still abstract requirements behind these buzzwords.

Milling, turning, grinding and gear cutting on one and the same machine - in a single clamping operation: Soraluce's multitasking machines are the answer to technically complex workpieces with tight tolerances that require various machining processes such as turning, milling, drilling and thread cutting.

Hahn+Kolb's own brand Atorn has stood for quality, innovation and emotion for 20 years, winning over customers. Quality is the top priority, all tools are made of high-quality materials and have a solid finish - for maximum reliability in everyday use.

LMT Tools is one of the leading experts in the development and production of precision tools. With more than 1,000 employees worldwide, LMT Tools bundles its expertise in the LMT Fette, LMT Kieninger, LMT Onsrud and LMT Belin brands.

The Hoffmann Group is presenting new functionalities of its digital manufacturing solution Hoffmann Group Connected Manufacturing at AMB. The software offers tool management for tracking all tools in production in real time.

The international exhibition for metalworking starts with full halls and a good visitor response.

Optimate, a start-up spun off from Trumpf, wants to give sheet metal processing more process reliability in production. The key to this is a cloud-based web app solution for the analysis and optimization of sheet metal components.

Formnext continues its successful development in 2022: The trade fair for additive manufacturing and modern industrial production has already reported 690 exhibitors and has thus already exceeded the final number of exhibitors from 2021.

Many industrially used components require a combination of a tough core and a hard surface layer so that they can better withstand the stresses of use. Hardening is achieved by rapidly heating the surface and then cooling it quickly.

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With the new PGL-plus-P, Schunk presents a flexible and robust gripper with certified safe gripping force retention.

At AMB 2022, Kern will be presenting two machines that are characterized by high precision on the workpiece, but are based on two different technologies - the latest generation of the Kern Micro HD five-axis machining center and the Kern Femto E3 laser machining center.

Visitors to the FMB - Supplier Fair for Mechanical Engineering can once again look forward to a new product at the Torwegge stand this year: the FlexO rollers.

Previously, Norelem's range included clamping rings made of steel, aluminum and A2 stainless steel. Now these versatile components are also available in an even more robust version made of A4 stainless steel.

As part of the digital networking days 2022, Werner Dittus, Sales & Key Account Manager at Compacer, will be talking about the important topic of energy optimization in production on 28 September at 9 am.

Cobots are helpers that really get to work. Different grippers are required depending on the situation. This article shows what is important for the different gripper units on cobots.

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With the newly developed compact system consisting of a chip disposal system and a filter system, Lehmann-UMT has created an all-in-one solution for the optimum treatment of oil in the production process.

The shortage of skilled workers is a growing concern for companies in Germany and has reached record levels since the beginning of the year. Qualified junior staff such as welders, mechanics and electricians are desperately sought after - worldwide.

Tiny microchips and huge 8K displays could not be more different in their dimensions - and yet they have one thing in common: their structures are becoming ever finer and place increasing demands on production technology.

Universal Robots President Kim Povlsen took the time for an interview at the Automatica robotics trade fair. The conversation with INDUSTRIAL Production editor-in-chief Daniel Schilling focused on new cobot trends, welding technology and the UR partner network.