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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/35/57/3557c819943c53acec41a0ccba87da4f/0130049064v1.jpeg "Researchers at the Fraunhofer IWU in Chemnitz have long known that many typical sheet metal parts can be manufactured more cost-effectively using hollow embossing rollers. Now there is news to report ... (Image:Fraunhofer IWU)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/59/02/590246e3b3f415c65edbee377c14ca77/26-06-pi-fraunhofer-iws-41450-direktplattieren-pic-01-7771x4369v1v1.jpeg "The Fraunhofer IWS has developed the new \"direct laser cladding\" process, which creates a functional layer directly on the base body by applying a strip-shaped metal to rotationally symmetrical components in a spiral and bonding it locally by laser. (Image:Christoph Wilsnack/Fraunhofer IWS)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/78/e9/78e9188c25a8a94e67c34c9bf8ffe495/visual-agile-20robots-20and-20google-20deepmind-20partner-20to-20bring-20intelligence-20to-20robotics-2500x1406v1v1.jpeg "Together, the partners are developing adaptable, intelligent robots for a wide range of applications (Image:Agile Robots SE)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/e7/66/e7669ecf0260ae8fc54c214e34e4902a/0130316817v1.jpeg "Siemens and Palo Alto Networks offer tested cybersecurity solution for industrial 5G. (Image:Siemens)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/62/5f/625f41e87ebfef156a98c8e6393e32fd/0130211654v1.jpeg "Axial flux motors have some advantages over radial flux motor—but their production is currently still expensive. (Image:RWTH Aachen University)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/77/9b/779b0685d010dfe45c9c2cb1cfecd467/0128886425v1.jpeg "The BlueEye is the first \"real\" hyperspectral camera for the UV range and covers the wavelength range from 220 to 380nm. (Image:Inno-spec GmbH)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/e4/51/e451d52ce0182fb0aaa46a5774f832ef/26-04-pi-fraunhofer-iws-21160-bioslide-pic-01-4128x2321v1v1.jpeg "With the BioSlide research project, the Fraunhofer IWS is investigating how sliding systems can be designed to be more sustainable and energy-efficient. New materials can be tested in a particularly application-oriented manner on this plain bearing test stand. (Image:Fraunhofer IWS)")
![Thanks to advanced 3D printing technology, a more efficient use of resources should contribute to lower-emission aviation—this is the goal of ['skai]-lab. (Image:Oleksandr Pashchenko - stock.adobe.com / AI-generated)](https://cdn1.vogel.de/nghHNSbySccfOjG3n1qCA-FVOjQ=/288x162/smart/filters:format(jpg):quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/62/64/626424c97a16e69f871bf216c9629c2a/adobestock-1927043193--c2-a9-20oleksandr-20pashchenko-20-e2-80-93-20stock-adobe-com-ki-generiertv1v1.jpeg "Thanks to advanced 3D printing technology, a more efficient use of resources should contribute to lower-emission aviation—this is the goal of ['skai]-lab. (Image:Oleksandr Pashchenko - stock.adobe.com / AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/b0/43/b043b86899837532aad62d63368a917a/0130371361v1.jpeg "Skoda leaves the chinese market.
(Image:Skoda)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c3/c4/c3c4ce270b083eeac55654148611f064/0130237945v1.jpeg "China is not giving up on hydrogen, but is intensifying its efforts. (Image:freely licensed from Pixabay)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4e/c0/4ec0bd19390b169edfa23677373dcdf1/0130260089v1.jpeg "Renewable fuels can supply European road traffic, according to a study. (Image:Aral)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6f/c9/6fc9050301d745cad25585c6780f8f51/0130197341v1.jpeg "Production facilities are a worthwhile target and are therefore at risk. (Image:ABB Robotics)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4d/dd/4dddf438e91f394c04a095dbfd109d1c/0130236430v1.jpeg "Measurement modules: The 720301 module in combination with the SL2000 enables RMS and power calculations, among other things. (Image:Yokogawa)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/61/fc/61fcf95f5cca15494ad18343901ae585/0130317237v1.jpeg "With the AGI CPU, Arm says it is taking a \"historic step\": With the processor aimed at AI in data centers, the company is presenting itself for the first time as a provider of its own chips, not just as a pure IP licensor. (Image:Arm)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/82/90/8290dfe3595b6c6b33726ae8b76172c7/0130319587v1.jpeg "The concept image illustrates how the pattern of tiny protrusions and depressions created on the substrate (MgO, bottom) controls the arrangement of atoms in the superconducting material (YBCO, top). At the interface between the two layers, an electronic structure enables superconductivity to occur at higher temperatures than previously possible. (Image:Chalmers University of Technology / Riccardo Arpaia)")
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1450100/1450109/original.jpg?v= "Machine tools account for 66.9% of industry exports, while metal-forming machines account for 16%. Moreover, 17.2 % of machine tool exports are parts and accessories. (CC0 Creative Commons)")
Verein Deutscher Werkzeug- maschinenfabriken e. V. (VDW)
Lyoner Str. 18 ⎢ 60528 Frankfurt am Main ⎢ Deutschland ⎢
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:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1394200/1394248/original.jpg?v= "VDW announced to raise the production output forecast for 2018 because of the positive development in the first quarter of 2018. (Creative Commons/Pixabay)")
Article | May 8, 2018
22% growth for German machine tool industry
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1309400/1309487/original.jpg?v= "Large forces in a minimised space: hydraulic clamping technology has proved its worth when it comes to clamping heavy workpieces. (Römheld)")
Article | Oct 26, 2017
Clamping technology to be presented at Metav 2018
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1245900/1245933/original.jpg?v= "Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will open EMO 2017, the leading trade fair for the metalworking sector, in Hanover, Germany on 18 September. The fair will run until 23 September. (Pixabay)")
Article | Jun 22, 2017
Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to open EMO 2017
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1224200/1224236/original.jpg?v= "Replacing steel: using CFRPs reduces the mass
of the Z-axis by 60 per cent. (MAP Werkzeugmaschinen)")
Article | May 4, 2017
Inspiring ideas for lightweight construction
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1168600/1168692/original.jpg?v= "VDW Chairman Prokop: \"2017 is characterized by many challenges that offer opportunities to generate new competitive advantages and expand our portfolio.\" (Stahl)")
Article | Feb 3, 2017
German machine tool industry grows
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1186700/1186778/original.jpg?v= "The world grows closer together. But that is no purely positive development. (Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain)")
Article | Jan 25, 2017
How internationalisation can affect your business
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/988300/988337/original.jpg?v= "Dr Wilfried Schäfer, director VDW, at the opening press conference. (Source: Schulz)")
Article | Feb 29, 2016
International metalworking show celebrates strong attendance
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/975400/975462/original.jpg?v= "Michael Breme, head of Toolmaking at Audi: “We have fully embraced Industry 4.0. For years now, to cite just one example, remote maintenance of our bodywork production lines has been performed as standard practice, as has remote maintenance of intelligent tools.” (Source: Audi)")
Article | Jan 27, 2016
The world of tool and mould making is being transformed
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/970300/970315/original.jpg?v= "For the concept of Industry 4.0 to work, inline metrology, integrated into the production process, is essential. (Schulz)")