The VDG Academy invites you to the 5th Formstoff-Forum 2025 at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg . The event combines a top-tier lecture program with an extensive industry exhibition , where companies showcase their latest solutions in core and mold manufacturing . In addition to traditional topics, the forum will highlight innovative process analysis methods , including simulation technologies and artificial…

The Chinese automobile company NIO has announced that its independently developed self-hardening new alloy “NIO-2” has completed comprehensive verification. NIO-2 is a heatless aluminum alloy material used for high-pressure die casting (HPDC). The new material has been developed and verified by the NIO Materials Research and Application Laboratory (MRA) team. Before NIO-2 was applied to body-in-white…

The Czech automobile firm, Škoda Auto, manufactured over 925,000 vehicles in its global production facilities in 2024 with a 4.2% year-on-year increase. According to Automotive World, part of the success was attributed to its main plant, Mladá Boleslav, which produced 575,000 Škoda vehicles. The firm also produced more than 280,000 battery systems for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles across the…

Waupaca Foundry, a leading global supplier of iron castings, today announced Michael (Mike) Hawthorne as Chief Executive Officer. Hawthorne succeeds Mike Nikolai, who left the company after nine years as CEO and over three decades of service at Waupaca Foundry. “We’re excited to welcome Mike Hawthorne to the Waupaca Foundry family,” said Helen Ruth, representing the Waupaca Foundry Board of Directors. “He…

Washington – U.S. President Donald Trump has increased steel and aluminum tariffs to a flat 25% “without exceptions or exemptions.” “That’s all countries, no matter where it comes from, all countries," Trump said. The new regulation will come into effect on 4. March 2025. According to Reuters, Trump later said he would give "great consideration" to Australia’s request for an exemption to the steel tariffs…

Despite the challenging economic landscape, Idra Group continues to reaffirm its technological leadership by advancing the production of cutting-edge machinery. While developing the 9000-ton GigaPress—designed for major industrial players—the company is also focusing on businesses seeking compact and efficient solutions. The answer? The MiniGigaPress , featuring the revolutionary 5S injection system, a…

China positioned itself as the main supplier of imported light vehicles in Mexico between 2022 and 2024. However, its growth rate has fallen in recent months owing to lower customer satisfaction and uncertainty around the future of Chinese imports due to growing trade tensions between China and the U.S. under President-elect Donald Trump. Chinese car sales increased by 9.8% in 2024, to 302,837 units,…

The Munich facility represents more than just a new office – it’s positioned to become a crucial node in Li Auto’s global innovation network. By establishing this center in Germany’s automotive heartland, the company gains direct access to a deep pool of engineering talent and a robust automotive supply chain. The German R&D team isn’t just working in isolation. They’re implementing a collaborative model…

Along with the electric mold handling line, Century Foundry has also purchased a 20x26 FBOIIIS Mold Machine, further enhancing its operations with cutting-edge technology. The integration of the SINTO SMART FOUNDRY ® system completes this advanced setup, providing a comprehensive solution that will set a new standard in efficiency and performance. Sinto’s new Electric Molding Line using FOUNDRY GRADE Sinto…

The Italian foundry industry, renowned for its precision and craftsmanship, plays a crucial role in global supply chains. However, manufacturers face increasing pressure to meet growing customer demands: faster deliveries, smaller batch sizes, and customized solutions. At the same time, cast parts are becoming more complex and delicate, making them difficult and expensive to produce using traditional…