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As with previous MACH exhibitions, MACH 2022 will have a strong focus on encouraging more young people into the engineering and manufacturing technologies industry. Focus of this will the Education & Development Zone, which will feature special displays and a dedicated exhibition zone showcasing the changes taking place within manufacturing and highlighting what makes it […]

For manufacturers and engineers looking to invest for growth, the arrival of MACH 2022 could not be timelier. The exhibition, which opens its doors at the NEC in Birmingham between 4-8th April, features the largest display of new machinery and manufacturing technologies under one roof in the UK for four years. The Manufacturing Technologies Association […]

A surge in demand for advanced manufacturing and 3D printing systems has paved the way for a record year for one of the East Midlands’ fastest growing industrial specialists. Carfulan Group, which helps more than 500 companies to work smarter and faster, has seen revenues rise by 14% to £19.2m, creating six new jobs as […]

For many years now, aluminium materials have been becoming more and more prevalent in many industries. This trend continues unabated. While light-weight construction and corresponding materials and structures have always been an important aspect of aerospace, the use of aluminium to reduce weight in automobile manufacturing has increased steadily, and has really taken off now […]

MAPAL’s solution is a technically sophisticated combination Combined brake housing unites main brake cylinder, brake booster and ABS/ESP in a single part. This component smooths the way for self-driving cars and saves weight. When it comes to machining complex aluminium workpieces, MAPAL’s solution expertise is very much in demand. While self-driving cars are already permitted […]

Complete know-how in one part MAPAL has developed two sample components for the aerospace sector. These so-called “generic components” cover all the demanding machining steps that may be involved in the production of hydraulic valve housings made of aluminum or torsion links for landing legs milled from titanium. Wherever something needs to be moved on […]

Cooperation between the CHIRON Group and MAPAL in the USA In a factory in Charlotte, North Carolina, CHIRON America Inc. assembles turnkey solutions based on standard machines supplied by their German parent company in Tuttlingen. These solutions are customised to meet the specific needs of their customers. Once again, MAPAL was selected as partner and […]

Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), commonly known as Acrylic, is a thermoplastic polymer renowned for its unique combination of properties. This transparent plastic material is valued for its exceptional optical clarity, surface hardness, weather resistance, and dimensional stability, positioning it as a superb alternative to glass for various reasons. Noteworthy features include:   50% Lighter Than Glass Generally […]

Change of general partner to SE & Co. KG MAPAL Fabrik für Präzisionswerkzeuge Dr. Kress KG, the headquarters of the internationally active supplier of precision tools and machining solutions based in Aalen, is changing its legal structure. On 1 June 2025, the previous limited partnership (KG) will be converted into an SE & Co. KG […]

Schabmüller taps into MAPAL’s expertise in aluminium Schabmüller Automobiltechnik GmbH (SMI) in Großmehring near Ingolstadt has been an automotive supplier since 1988 and has increasingly specialised in the efficient manufacture of large series. The parts are installed in vehicles made by Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, BMW and Jaguar, among others. SMI operates predominantly as a Tier […]

MACH 2024 saw the introduction of a host of new technologies from Starrag that had not been seen before in the UK, leading to an unprecedented level of enquiries. The Starrag stand had new machine technologies as well as virtual showroom platforms and the new global market position. The ‘meet and greet’ booth even entertained […]

MACH 2024 MMMA Metalworking Village The MMMA invited visitors to come and engage with Members and that’s exactly what they did in great numbers. MACH 2024 was a resounding success for the MMMA and all the exhibiting members. Featuring over 20 member companies displaying a variety of Leading edge Technologies within the Sheetmetal, Metal Forming […]