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The target groups are foundries, foundry plant and machinery manufacturers, foundry customers, suppliers and the processing industry.

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International

14.10.2024

Students practise digital simulation

Students explore the use of the leading simulation software Ansys at the University of Applied Sciences Amberg-Weiden and discuss how data can be used optimally to revolutionise product development.

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International

11.10.2024

Development of incoming orders in the manufacturing industry, reporting month August 2024

Incoming orders in the manufacturing industry recently declined again, after having increased at a low level in the two previous months.

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International

10.10.2024

Understanding and Controlling Hot Sand in Green Sand Molding

Hot sand is a significant challenge in green sand molding, impacting casting quality and production.

International

09.10.2024

Green transition: Ervin Europe sets new standards for climate neutrality and resource conservation

Ervin Europe has announced a series of innovative measures to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030.

International

08.10.2024

The future of foundry, modern machines and innovative technological solutions - the Targi Kielce Industrial Autumn’s highlights and leitmotifs

The two-day Metal Expo witnessed the foundry industry representatives discussing the latest solutions and the future of heavy industry.

International

07.10.2024

The focus is on the component cleaning process chain

Adapting the component cleaning process chain to changing requirements in the automotive industry

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International

31.07.2024

European Foundry Industry Sentiment

In June 2024, the European Foundry Industry Sentiment Indicator (FISI) experienced a slight decrease to 94.5 index points.

International

31.07.2024

Magnesium through the ages

This report summarises the presentations at GIFA 2019 ‘MAGNESIUM – a history’ and GIFA 2023 ‘MAGNESIUM – lighter, faster, higher’.

International

30.07.2024

The seriousness of the situation

The seasonally adjusted ifo business climate of German suppliers deteriorated by 4.2 points to a value of -23.3, which is the lowest level since February.

International

29.07.2024

Despite the Supply Chain Act, financial factors dominate when it comes to selecting business relationships

Proven criteria such as price, the reliability of payment terms or the length of the business relationship continue to play the most important role for companies when selecting their customers and suppliers.

International

26.07.2024

Laser structures instead of adhesives

The industry-oriented research institute INNOVENT is launching an innovative user project (‘INNAP’) in November on the topic of ‘Laser structuring for hybrid injection moulding’.

International

25.07.2024

GIFA Mexico picking up speed

The premiere of GIFA Mexico, which forms part of Düsseldorf’s “The Bright World of Metals” portfolio, will be presenting technology innovations, sustainable solutions and setting trends for the international foundry industry at the Centro Citibanamex in Mexico.

International

24.07.2024

IST-Hochschule publishes latest research findings on Industry 5.0

In collaboration with the Portuguese University of Coimbra, the IST-Hochschule für Management is presenting the latest research findings on the role of digital twins in Industry 5.0.

International

23.07.2024

AiF on the draft federal budget for 2025: no cuts in successful innovation funding

In view of the changing times and the current situation of many medium-sized companies, the AiF Alliance for Industry and Research is opposed to the substantial reduction in funding for the Central Innovation Programme for Medium-Sized Enterprises (ZIM) planned in the draft federal budget for 2025.

International

22.07.2024

E-trucks: How many fast charging stations are needed in Europe?

A joint study by Fraunhofer ISI and Amazon provides important insights into the optimal number and locations of public fast charging stations for long-distance truck traffic in Europe.