APRIL 2021
CONTENTS
18 . The Path out of Lockdown
24 . Material Benefits
20 . Driving Change
Regulars
03 Welcome and Diary of Events ISMR showcases a range of forthcoming international events .
06 General News
12 People Watch
14 Industry News
58 Product Reviews ISMR reviews a selection of the latest new product innovations .
Focus on Germany
18 The Path out of Lockdown The German machine tool industry sees light at the end of the economic tunnel …..
Women in Manufacturing
20 Driving Change Following International Womens ’ Day , we examine how ( with talent as the top driver for manufacturing competitiveness ) the industry can encourage more women to join its ranks .
Coil Processing
24 Material Benefits Stainless steel boasts durability , longevity , low maintenance and recyclability for low environmental impact . We highlight two innovative projects , using Outokumpu ’ s stainless steel , that illustrate the material ’ s clear benefits .
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Industry Report
30 The Smart Revolution We highlight trends , growth drivers and challenges for the global household appliances industry .
Additive Manufacturing
34 Rise of the Disruptor Additive manufacturing ( AM ) hardware and materials are advancing rapidly , and cost per part is continuing to fall , opening a more comprehensive range of low- to mid-volume applications for the technology .
Regional Report
40 An Eye on India We document key trends , forecasts and COVID-19 impacts in India for sheet metal manufacturers .
Focus on Surface Finishing
44 Invest for Success A machine for deburring , edge rounding , finishing and removing laser oxide from sheet metal is ‘ a new step in a better process ’ for WWD Metaal .
Bending and Folding
48 Fast and Flexible A UK flight case hardware specialist invested in new panel bending technology to increase productivity levels .
50 The Folding Factor We highlight a selection of the latest new global folding innovations in the market .
34 . Rise of the Disruptor
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