
Automotive Division under new management
Kiefel: Andreas Staudinger takes over
Andreas Staudinger takes over responsibility for the Automotive Division at Kiefel.
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Automotive Division under new management
Andreas Staudinger takes over responsibility for the Automotive Division at Kiefel.

Hirata Engineering Europe also supplies complete turnkey systems. One example is an automation system for a supplier of electronic components for the automotive industry.

The FAW-VW joint venture is modernizing a paint shop in China. Plant manufacturer Dürr is responsible for this conversion. The Rodip E rotational dip painting process with electric drive will be used for the first time in China from the time of commissioning in September 2019.

Afag introduces the stronger SA axes of the FL series. Handling specialist Afag is expanding its range of proven spindle arms (SA) with the stronger modules of the FL series.

Lars Reger has been appointed Senior Vice President (SVP) Technology and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at NXP with immediate effect.
The Intec and Z trade fairs have established themselves as a platform for production technology in metalworking and the supplier industry.
Specialist program for Intec and Z 2019
The specialist program at Intec and Z 2019 invites visitors to discuss the industry's top topics. The special shows with accompanying specialist forums "Additive + Hybrid" and "Sensor Technology" as well as the specialist forum "new mobility" present applications and trends in the subject areas. Congresses and specialist sessions will also be held alongside the trade fair.
In the automotive industry, new machining processes need to be brought safely into mass production. This also requires appropriately developed tool concepts. An example from Mapal and Daimler.
Interview with Dr. Deliane Träber
The Intec and Z trade fairs have established themselves as a platform for production technology in metalworking and the supplier industry. Dr. Deliane Träber, Business Unit Director of Leipziger Messe, explains the importance of the events for the relevant sectors in Germany and throughout Europe.

The Swiss company Ferag has introduced the Denigrid system. This matrix sorter can be used for assembly supply and for loading assembly parts for just-in-sequence deliveries.