A peek inside China’s CNC machine tool industry

The CNC machine tool output in China came to around 308,000 sets, up 26.7% in recent years.

Top trends impacting global steel rebars market

The top four emerging trends driving the global steel rebars market according to Technavio chemicals and materials research analysts are: Growth in renewable energy industry, Steel as a sustainable material, Rationalization of capacity, and Increase in use of steel scrap.  

Haitian International cites flexibility as key success driver

Haitian International presents its views on smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0  

HEXPOL TPE launches new solutions for PA overmolding at CHINAPLAS 2016

HEXPOL TPE now offers Dryflex thermoplastic elastomer compounds for PA overmolding.  

Adaptive control of resistance welding

The global automotive market is placing an increasing premium on the quality and fundamental durability of every car manufactured — not just the luxury segment, but the models in every vehicle segment need to be produced with the highest levels of precision, “fit and finish” and structural integrity to protect the vehicle’s value — and the competitive strength of the manufacturer’s brand across the globe.

Tracking the evolution of stainless steel

Stainless steel is an extremely essential material for many industries around the world. Even though it was created more than 100 years ago, the use of the material has increased significantly since the turn of the 21st century. 

Flexible solutions in machining gear shafts

A transmission is essential for all cars with a combustion engine. The gear converter is connected directly downstream of the engine and converts speeds and torques along the power train. 

Hurco-DKSH collaborative open house in Ho Chi Minh

CNC machine tool builder Hurco in cooperation with its Vietnam distributor DKSH Technology Co. Ltd conducted an open house at DKSH’s newest high-precision centre in Bihn Chanh district, Ho Chi Minh City. 

Industry 4.0 needs Horizontal Integration

An increasing demand for advanced Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for Industry 4.0 clearly manifests itself. 

Testing workpiece surfaces in machine tools

By looking at a technical drawing in detail, we can all see that almost all quantifiable measures can be automatically measured in machine tools.

METALTECH 2016 to debut innovative business matching program

For its 22nd edition, the renowned metalworking exhibition will focus on building strong business connections between international suppliers and local manufacturers.

Choosing the right aluminium saw

Aluminium is used for a wide range of purposes in construction, including façades, blinds and window elements.