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Why the future of robotics depends not only on software, but also on high-precision stator and rotor laminations inside the motor.
read more...Ziehl-Abegg SE achieves sales of over one billion euros for the first time. A record year between growth, headwinds and strategy.
read more...Structural change in the industry
German industry is changing from a pure producer to a service provider: companies are increasingly focusing on product-related services such as consulting, assembly and maintenance. According to the ifo Institute, they generated more revenue in 2024 than the entire hospitality industry combined. Mechanical engineering, vehicle construction and the electrical industry are leading the trend.
read more...With the acquisition of the Hennecke Group, the Brückner Group is expanding its technology portfolio to include key competencies in polyurethane processing. The transaction is expected to be completed at the beginning of January.
read more...Mechanical and plant engineering in Germany
The VDMA reports a 4% increase in orders for the German mechanical and plant engineering sector in October 2025. Orders from non-euro countries in particular rose significantly, while domestic and euro orders remained stable. The details on the current order situation.
read more...In the third quarter of 2025, incoming orders in the German machine tool industry fell by 5%. Domestic demand in particular fell sharply, while foreign orders remained stable. Dr. Markus Heering from the VDW explains the current trends and regional developments.
read more...At EMO Hannover 2025, the VDW Research Institute will be honoring projects for increasing the efficiency of forging hammers and safe protective devices for grinding machines. Practical research for Industry 4.0, occupational safety and automation
read more...VDMA economic survey 3rd quarter 2025
The mood in the mechanical and plant engineering sector continues to deteriorate. According to the new VDMA economic survey, less than a quarter of the total of 877 companies (23%) rate the current situation as "very good" or "good" (July: 26%).
read more...Rotating multi-metal 3D printing
Students at ETH Zurich have built a new type of laser melting machine that prints cylindrical components from two metals simultaneously. Thanks to the rotating platform, the production time is significantly reduced, which is particularly interesting for aerospace, aviation and drive technology.
read more...The first quarter of 2025 resulted in an overall increase in orders of 4% - the first positive quarterly balance of orders in three years. March also closed with an increase in orders of 4%.
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