Software wizard for workpiece probe measurement

CNC machine tool operators now have an easy means of performing probe measurements of parts and tools on the shop floor

No distance is too far for us

Always ready to go and fully equipped to solve any problem: the service engineers of WFL. The key skills required in Customer Services are not only an extensive knowledge of MILLTURN machines, but also solution-oriented thinking and a pragmatic approach. Stefan Diesenreither, who has been a service engineer at WFL since 2012, explains what a typical job looks like, what really matters and the kind of challenges that need to be overcome.

KraussMaffei temporarily closes plants

To protect its employees from the current corona virus outbreak, KraussMaffei announced temporary closure of its plants in Germany.  

Dassault Systèmes supports Wuhan Leishenshan Hospital

SIMULIA XFlow simulation software being used at China’s biggest modular hospital, built in 14 days to combat COVID-19  

Volkswagen sees hope returning in China

  Many Volkswagen Group plants in China are currently still operating at reduced capacity. “But we are prepared to increase production if demand picks up,” says Stephan Wöllenstein. The image shows vehicle production in Changchun. 2020-03-30

Mencom helps improve safety at dairy company

Solutions reduce the risks of electrical accidents and help save PLC programming time at dairy company, El Pomar.  

Olive leaf extract shows antibacterial properties

Euromed’s extract inhibits growth of Listeria monocytogenes and could be a potential adjunct to help control foodborne pathogens  

Sleep-friendly ingredients in snacks and beverages?

A new health trend opportunity is expected to arise in the use of sleep-friendly ingredients in beverages and snacking, forecasts GlobalData  

Airlite Plastics expands with Davis-Standard sheet line

Airlite Plastics expands its capacity with a semi-custom Davis-Standard sheet line

Agr opens sales office in Japan

Agr International's sales office in Japan is headed by Mr. Satoshi Okura  

PVC automatic filter technology breakthrough

FIMIC’s filtration technology is now applicable also to soft and rigid PVC recycling.

ENGEL closes plants in Austria due to coronavirus

To slow down the spread of the coronavirus, ENGEL halts production at its Austrian plants until April 15.