Using automation to leverage the full potential of machine tools

Automation is one of the most important ways in which manufacturing companies can raise their productivity levels and thus remain competitive. And many solutions are now easier to implement today than they were just a few years ago. Furthermore, investments in this segment are now paying for themselves ever faster.


One year Club of Metalworking – what’s new and what’s to expect

New members every day, new functions and the first big event on our doorstep with EMO Hannover: the first birthday of the Club of Metalworking is a cause for joy for us, but no reason to take a breather. Whether newsletters, personal club cards, a discussion board or download area for members – the Club…


Moulding Expo opens its doors: fixed meeting point for trendsetters

705 exhibitors are taking part in this year’s Moulding Expo. Now being held for the third time, the trade fair is becoming established on the market and has found its regular exhibitors who mainly comprise tool, pattern and mould making companies. Moulding Expo is unique since 50 per cent of exhibitors now come from this…


German participation at Chinese machine tool fair (Cimt) bigger than ever before

German machine tool manufacturers occupied almost 9,500 square meters of exhibition space at this year’s China International Machine Tool Show (Cimt), which took place in Beijing from April 15 to 20. With around 240 exhibitors, Germany was by far the largest foreign partner at one of China’s most important industrial trade fairs. The fair, which…


International b2b Meetings at EMO Hannover: Using trade fair days efficiently with the Enterprise Europe Network

The world’s leading trade fair for metalworking taking place from 16 to 21 September 2019, will once again attract decision-makers from all over the world. With the help from Handwerk International Baden-Württemberg and the Enterprise Europe Network, entrepreneurs will get into conversation with each other. “Finding the right business partner abroad is like looking for…



Exploiting new digital possibilities in the recruitment of young talent

Good specialists are the backbone of any company. Employers therefore have to come up with novel ideas to make sure they do not lose these important assets. But how can employers raise their appeal in the age of digital transformation? How should companies recruit junior staff and how can they retain their existing employees? EMO…