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A Design-Driven Process

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The Gender Gap

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Flexible Forming

03 Welcome and Diary of Events

ISMR showcases a range of forthcoming international events .

06 General News

10 People Watch

12 Industry News

16 Research News

44 Product Reviews ISMR reviews a selection of the latest new product innovations . Audio technology for intelligent production and split forming for automotive applications are examined .

Focus on Diversity

18 The Gender Gap Lucy Pringle offers practical advice on how to get more women into manufacturing . Hope is not a strategy ; it ’ s time to do things differently . In doing so , you are likely to give your business a competitive advantage and create a more robust and effective working culture .

Focus on Additive Manufacturing

20 A Design-Driven Process Additive manufacturing is a transformative approach to industrial production that enables the creation of lighter , stronger parts and systems , with individual customisations .

Focus on Press Brakes

24 Flexible Forming Dutch subcontractor , Tosec BV , has invested in a new and customised H-Brake 320T Ultra press brake for a wider range and variety of sheet-metal bending options .

Industry Report

26 Smart and Sustainable Growth patterns , technology innovations , trends and forecasts for global home appliance markets are highlighted for manufacturers .

Event Preview

30 Sheet Metal in Focus LAMIERA , the international trade show centred on sheet-metal forming and cutting machines and related technologies will take place in Milan from 10-13 May 2023 . The show organiser anticipates a sell-out show with around 350 exhibitors .

Regional Report

34 Poland in View We highlight macro-economic forecasts for Poland and trends in its automotive sector for manufacturers .

Event Preview

36 Meeting New Challenges Don ’ t miss the third edition of ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE from 30 May-2 June 2023 in Poznań , Poland . This year ’ s event will include practical information on artificial intelligence , robotisation , digital transformation and ways to ensure production continuity in unpredictable times .

Focus on Coil Processing

40 An Eye on Coil TRUMPF launched a new coil-fed , laser-blanking solution at its INTECH in-house trade show in March 2023 . The new system is designed to cuts costs and save 4000 metric tons of CO₂ per year .

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Sheet Metal in Focus

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Meeting New Challenges

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An Eye on Coil