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Used abrasives are often disposed of as residual waste. Norton now offers a sustainable and economical recycling service for vitrified bonded abrasives.

The Federal Cabinet adopted the microelectronics strategy today. Germany wants to become a leader in microelectronics. The Federal Government's new strategy: bundling topics such as research, skilled workers and production in order to strengthen chip design, supply chains and technological sovereignty.

Quantum tunneling is also possible on a macroscopic scale. This has been impressively demonstrated by this year's Nobel Prize winners. But what does it mean for industry if quantum effects can now be detected not only in tiny particles, but also in larger, macroscopic systems?

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With two research projects, the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology (IWU) is demonstrating how topology optimization and automated temperature control channels can reduce weight, shorten cycle times and increase component quality in additively manufactured tools.

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The material fails and the machine suddenly stops? Then you need to take the right measures to be able to resume production quickly. Material failure in the form of faulty components or material wear in the frame are a risk for any production.

The digital twin opens up opportunities that will have a lasting impact on production. The technology has the potential to take products, services and supply chains to a new level.

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A new pilot plant at Evonik's Essen site is being operated with Schneider Electric's open automation solution to optimize additives for plastics recycling. The collaboration aims to use data analytics, improve scalability and support circular practices.

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%).

Introduce, train, specialize: This triad forms the basis for the new training center of the Bruchsal-based drive and automation specialist SEW-Eurodrive. DriveEducation has now been officially opened with renowned guests from education, politics, associations and, of course, numerous employees.

Huge data treasures are still lying dormant in many manufacturing companies. And yet it is high time that these treasures were unlocked. There is often a lack of resources and capacity to make data usable in real time. Streaming production data can help here and is also the basis for using AI productively more quickly.