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AMADA ’ s VENTIS 3015 AJe fibre laser cutting system . ( Safety devices removed for marketing purposes .)
Matt Wood , AMADA ’ s EU Product Promotion Manager , discusses AMADA ’ s European strategy , plans for growth and new technology innovations with ISMR .
“ AMADA showcased a range of technologies from laser cutting and stamping through to bending , welding and automation solutions at EuroBLECH 2024 in Hanover in October 2024 .”
The AMADA Group is one of the world ’ s leading manufacturers of sheet metalworking machines . Founded in 1946 in Japan , AMADA has been present in Europe for more than 50 years .
At EuroBLECH in Hanover , Germany , in October 2024 , AMADA showcased a range of technologies from laser cutting and stamping to bending , welding and automation solutions . Visitors at its live demonstrations and specialist discussions could access a range of in-depth insights . Whether by combining different technologies or using forward-looking solutions for the digital transformation ( DX ) and Artificial Intelligence ( AI ), AMADA is driven by its vision of “ growing together with our customers .”
All the new AMADA blanking machines exhibited at EuroBLECH 2024 featured the AMNC 4ie control , making the machines easier to use with functions such as facial
recognition and maintenance instructional videos . Seamless connectivity with AMADA ’ s V-factory IoT service solutions provides further opportunities for manufacturers to increase uptime and productivity .
At EuroBLECH , AMADA unveiled its new LIVLOTS software , empowering businesses to embrace a digitally transformed future . The company also explained how its European service structure is to be redesigned to further enhance its quality level . It also highlighted the benefits and synergies from its new Welding Technical Center in Italy .
ISMR sat down with Matt Wood , AMADA ’ s EU Product Promotion Manager , at the October 2024 EuroBLECH exhibition in Hanover , Germany , to find out more about AMADA ’ s European strategy , plans for growth and new technology innovations .
Matt Wood , AMADA ’ s EU Product Promotion Manager .
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