On July 4 and 5, 2024, Zimmer Systems, a subsidiary of the Zimmer Group, opened its doors to around 130 guests from various industries. The company presented its products and customized automation solutions at the grand opening of the new plant in Rheinau.
Germany's export-oriented mechanical engineering industry is under pressure in many foreign markets. The products of highly subsidized suppliers from China have become better and are almost always cheaper.
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The latest study by Protolabs, which surveyed more than 700 engineers worldwide and analyzed key industry data, shows that the 3D printing market is growing 10.5 percent faster than previously assumed. The total volume of the market is estimated at 25.89 billion euros for 2024.
Travel and steering drives from SPN Schwaben Präzision offer high flexibility and quality and are tailored to the requirements of manufacturers of driverless transport systems.
Together with Kuka, HS Automation has developed a modular automation cell for a new type of 3D metal printing. The laser welding process with a Kuka robot enables the production of complex metal parts without support structures.
Surge plate for hybrid batteries
The e-mobility segment requires reliable, long-lasting battery concepts that increase range, service life and safety. Plastics specialist Pöppelmann K-Tech has contributed to this with the development of a baffle plate for hybrid batteries for a renowned vehicle manufacturer.
Relief for energy-intensive industries
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck has promised relief for energy-intensive industries. Prices must continue to fall and there is a need for action, among other things, with regard to the exemption from grid fees.
Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH and Kabelschlepp GmbH-Hünsborn will be supported by a joint service department in future. For both product areas - i.e. cable carrier systems and guideway protection and conveyor systems - they will receive installation, repair and maintenance directly from a single source.
SVS-Vistek now offers new models in the FXO series with Sony SenSWIR sensors IMX992 and IMX993. The cameras are available with or without thermoelectric cooling (TEC).
For the working day in the warm season, Mewa offers the complete outfit, including sun blockers, from a single source: coordinated workwear collections in an all-round service make many fashionable looks possible.
