The foundry industry is undergoing significant global transformation, adapting at times at a rapid pace to new demands. While some markets are becoming more selective, others are experiencing strong growth, and automation is progressing relentlessly. Today, we speak with the experts at Lianco Technologies, a company specializing in custom solutions for casting finishing. Although Lianco has been in…

Not only has the entire industry changed significantly, but so have the challenges for Formnext’s organizers. The response to these challenges is an offering that goes far beyond organizing the event itself and continuously supplies the global AM community with valuable, content-driven resources. While at the first Formnext in 2015, many exhibitors showcased extravagant 3D-printed designs, companies now…

Producing over 300,000 die cast components and assemblies for the global automotive industry every year, this customer has been working with ItalPresseGauss since it launched in 2016. Since then, the organisation has achieved impressive growth. Looking to continue this upward trajectory, they approached ItalPresseGauss about digital solutions to help lower scrap rates and optimise casting equipment…

The choice of drive type is heavily influenced by new car prices, energy prices, and, of course, emission regulations. Announcements from politicians at both the national and EU levels are also influential. The impact of these factors is evident in the demand behavior in the German new car market. 1. Diesel, Diesel Scandal, and Petrol Cars The Dieselgate scandal began in 2015. Until then, diesel engines had…

The main advantage of using these filter elements is to increase foundry efficiency by reducing rework through the reduction of non-metallic inclusions in the melt. There are limits to the filter structure of sintered ceramic foam filters: The production of ceramic foam filters can result in structures that favor the formation of filter bits. This can impair the purity of the melt. By using innovative 3D…

While lightweight construction with suitable materials and structures has always been an important topic for aviation, the use of aluminum to reduce weight has also steadily increased in the automotive industry and has received a further boost with electromobility. With decades of experience in the design, production and use of tools for aluminum machining, MAPAL is the leading technology partner for the…

When a crash occurs within the machine tool, not only does the workpiece suffer damage but also critical machine components such as the motor spindle or sensitive spindle bearings can be damaged. Numerous approaches exist to improve and make processes safer. However, identifying the sources of errors is the first step and often the necessary information is missing. Swirling chips and coolant often turn the…

Shortly after the acquisition of Hueck by Hydro, a significant investment has already been announced. Following the takeover of the long-established Lüdenscheid-based company Hueck by the Norwegian corporation Hydro ASA, a multi-million investment is now planned. The facility on Talstraße, which now operates under the name Hydro Extrusion, will undergo extensive modernization. According to the regional…

Acquisition expands and strengthens Rheinmetall's position in North America and the competition for high-volume major orders in the USA With a strategic acquisition in the USA, the Düsseldorf-based Rheinmetall Group is expanding its position in the world's largest defense market and strengthening its core business in the field of land vehicles for military customers worldwide. On 13 August 2024 Rheinmetall…