The BOCAR Networking Day 2024, which was organised for the first time this year and took place at the BOCAR Technology Centre (BTC) in Schramberg-Waldmössingen, provided plenty of inspiration for the foundry industry. The two-day event with the motto ‘Strong partnerships to promote sustainable mobility’ kicked off with the networking evening on Monday, 17 June, which offered participants numerous…

The structural change from combustion engines to e-mobility as well as the growing expansion of the Chinese automotive industry that has identified Latin America as a manufacturing and expanding market, lead to an investment race in the region. The winners of this development are especially long-established manufacturing locations like Mexico, one of Latin America’s automobile production countries. Mexico…

At GIFA 2023, the German grinding and cutting specialist Reichmann Casting Finishing for the first time presented the patent-pending MAUS CAAT self-optimization software for use in the Reichmann MAUS line. Foundries from Europe and the USA are already successfully using this power combination. They report productivity increases of 5 to over 30 percent in automatic grinding compared to manually…

Since February 2023, when HWI joined the Calderys Group, trans-Atlantic technical teams have worked hard on a technology exchange program to bring HWI’s innovative, tried-and-tested copper refractory products and services to Calderys’ EMEA customer base. HWI copper refractory solutions are now available in EMEA in a variety of brick and castable formulations that withstand high temperatures and the erosive…

Meccanica Pierre is a well known name for tradition and innovation and has recently celebrated a momentous milestone in its history: forty years of experience. On 19th April, the company’s anniversary was celebrated with a special event by setting up a party corner inside its own facility. In fact, the company welcomed employees with their family members, customers, suppliers, business partners and special…

A Resounding Success at the Exhibition YIZUMI showcases a suite of innovative products including the LEAP series die casting machine, HII series die casting machine, Thixomolding machine, and the cutting-edge Yi+Platform smart manufacturing solution. These star products quickly garner widespread interest, offering an impressive experience to customers and partners in attendance. YIZUMI also celebrates a…

August Mössner GmbH + Co KG, a leading supplier of innovative solutions in the field of aluminum processing, can look back on a successful participation in Aluminium China in Shanghai. The important international trade fair, which took place from July 5 to 7, 2024, offered the company the opportunity to present its latest technologies and products to a broad specialist audience and make valuable contacts.…

July 2024 – In light of the supply chain disruptions, market isolation, and logistical bottlenecks experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the German machine tool industry is actively exploring ways to diversify its global market presence. The VDW (German Machine Tool Builders’ Association) supports its members in establishing a foothold in emerging growth markets through the symposium "Innovations in…

As reported by SWR and other local media, there is good news at the Gienanth iron foundry in Eisenberg in the Palatinate. After intensive negotiations, the Gienanth foundry has found a buyer: the DiHAG Group from Saxony is now the new owner of the traditional iron foundry. The Gienanth company from Eisenberg in the Donnersberg district has been through turbulent times. Due to insolvency, 100 jobs recently…

Omega Sinto Foundry Machinery Ltd, a name synonymous with pioneering advancements in chemically bonded sand equipment, proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. This milestone marks four decades of relentless innovation, exceptional engineering, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. Born from a management buyout from Baker Perkins in 1984, Omega Sinto has evolved into a global powerhouse,…