26 . Navigating New Challenges

18 . From Chain to Network

30 . Making the

Switch

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

54 Product Reviews

ISMR reviews a selection of the latest new product innovations .

Focus on Supply Chains

18 From Chain to Network

Prima Industrie details how Industry- 4.0 , digitalisation and sustainability have sparked a revolution in supplychain management and the evolution of today ’ s supply-chain model .

Focus on Stamping

22 Stamping Solutions

The Gestamp group specialises in a range of stamping and forming processes , with a clear aim to make mobility “ safer and cleaner ” on its path to the Smart Factory .

Industry Report

26 Navigating New Challenges

We analyse global automotive market trends and forecasts for manufacturers and highlight growth drivers as well as challenges and hurdles . In the short term , factors such as flexibility and resiliency will ultimately spell success in the market .

Focus on Laser Cutting

30 Making the Switch

Beuting Metalltechnik GmbH & Co . KG , a metal processor and manufacturer of cutting tables in Germany , dared the “ stress test ” with three new laser and control products from Messer Cutting Systems .

Regional Report

34 Made in France

We examine selected economic forecasts and manufacturing trends in France for 2023 and beyond .

Event Preview

38 A Global Showcase

Don ’ t miss this year ’ s Global Industrie event in Lyon , France , from 7-10 March 2023 . It incorporates five complementary exhibitions . Its Golden Tech challenge this year is centred on the theme of ‘ Hydrogen Cars ’.

Focus on Press Brakes

42 The Bending Factor

We highlight a selection of the latest new press brake bending systems , tooling and technology innovations in the global market .

Focus on Welding

50 A Steady Focus

We highlight the rise of robotic welding and chronicle the capabilities of cobot welding systems for manufacturers , demonstrating why robotic welding can be the solution even for small and medium-sized enterprises .