The demand for fast development and manufacturing processes makes it necessary to obtain design feedback even before the first physical prototypes are created.

The introduction of artificial intelligence sometimes fails due to a lack of qualified specialists or investment costs. However, AI has advantages in many areas that relieve the burden on skilled workers and make the use of AI profitable for companies.

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Omron has announced the establishment of a global robotics organization effective April 1, 2025. It will operate in parallel with Omron's automation business so that both areas can complement and support each other.

According to a recent study by QNX, more and more international technology decision-makers are in favor of using robotics in the workplace and have confidence in its potential.

Martin Kullmann, Head (a. i.) of ABB's Robotics division in Germany, talks to Andreas Mühlbauer about the prospects for robot-driven automation and the impact of AI.

More orders would actually be a reason for the German automotive industry to be happy - if it weren't for the US tariffs on cars and car parts, which are currently putting companies in a bad mood.

Under the motto "Innovate Manufacturing.", EMO Hannover 2025, the world's leading trade fair for production technology, offers machine manufacturers a wide range of innovations and solutions to inspire them.

Keller Pressure has been the new brand name of Keller Druckmesstechnik since April 1. The rebranding is intended to create a global brand identity.

With subdued growth prospects in Europe and North America, BASF is focusing on the Asian market - especially China. While further savings are being made at the main plant in Ludwigshafen, the management sees the new site in Zhanjiang as the basis for future growth. The risks posed by US tariffs and geopolitical dependencies remain in focus.

The 'Mistral' research project, coordinated by TU Darmstadt, is developing a methodology that supports companies in planning their site-specific transformation. The aim is to systematically link measures at different levels in order to find the best ways for industrial companies to save energy.

The production of doors for passenger aircraft is largely manual work. However, the TAVieDA research project reduces the production time for the door structure from 110 to just four hours.

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Christoph Schell has been appointed as the new CEO of Kuka AG. The technology manager and CCO of Intel will succeed Peter Mohnen on July 1.

A ray of hope in the first quarter: the German economy has grown slightly again. However, a turnaround is not to be expected in view of the customs dispute with the USA. The labor market is weakening.

The world is turning ever faster and procurement processes are becoming ever more
more complex. High process costs are a problem for purchasing managers and the call for digital and automated solutions is getting louder and louder. In this interview, Ralf Bühler, CEO of Conrad Electronic, talks about the options available and other future issues facing the industry.

The VDMA has filled two key positions: On May 1, Dr. Johannes Gernandt will take office as the new VDMA Chief Economist, replacing Dr. Ralph Wiechers. Oliver Richtberg will also take over as Head of the Foreign Trade Department on May 1.

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Fruitcore robotics has expanded its management team: Fabian Kienzler becomes Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Johannes Füßl takes over the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Peter Mohnen, CEO of Kuka, is leaving the company in July at his own request. His successor is to be announced shortly.

Blum-Novotest is presenting the new MG81 multi-purpose measuring device at Control. The compact device, the size of a credit card, was specially developed for sensor-based status determination of clamping systems.

At the Steinmeyer Group's stand at Control, Feinmess Suhl will be showcasing an automated co-equipping solution for dial gauge test stations as well as the fully digitized 0800 micrometer series with a new data interface.

Hexagon will be presenting products from its range of measuring machines and measuring robots at Control. These include SmartScan VR800 (image), the first zoom-capable structured light scanner with optical zoom projection and two stereo cameras, according to Hexagon.