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AIDA wins metal forming technology prize
AIDA-America , a metal stamping press manufacturer in Dayton , OH ( USA ), has announced that AIDA ENGINEERING , LTD . ( AIDA-America ’ s parent company in Japan ) has received the 2024-2025 ‘ Metalforming Technology Grand Prize ’ for revolutionising the production of a motorised power steering joint .
The Japan Forming Machinery Association awarded the Grand Prize to AIDA for switching from a sintering and machining process to a cold-forming process , utilising an AIDA precision press . This achievement was developed in collaboration with YUASA SEISAKUSHO , LTD . According to AIDA , benefits of the new production method include :
■ Improved part strength .
■ 300 % productivity increase .
■ Secondary processes are eliminated
■ Increased energy efficiency .
■ 75 % CO₂ emission reduction .
AIDA precision forming press and ( inset ) ‘ Metalforming Technology Grand Prize ’ part .
“ The ‘ Metalforming Technology Grand Prize ’ honours joint manufacturing capabilities that enhance metal forming technology abilities via forming machines , while combining essential metalforming aspects . It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between forming machinery and processing manufacturers , the value of technologies that span the entire manufacturing spectrum and the benefits of comprehensive , eco-friendly , product manufacturing . This award highlights AIDA ENGINEERING LTD .’ s ongoing innovation in metal forming technology ,” outlined AIDA .
AIDA is a leading supplier of metal stamping presses and metal forming equipment . Its servo and mechanical stamping presses are available in capacities from 35 to 4,000 tons and 1 to 800 strokes per minute . Single press , tandem line , high-speed , lamination and cold forging models for single stroke , transfer and progressive die applications provide a range of production capabilities . AIDA also offers material handling and automation systems for complete turnkey solutions . Sales , service , engineering and manufacturing locations in over 40 cities across 20 countries support press installations exceeding 80,000 units in over 60 countries . n
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From 25-28 March 2025 , the Kielce Exhibition and Congress Centre will host Industrial Spring , one of Poland ’ s key events dedicated to the industrial sector and Central and Eastern Europe . The city of Kielce is part of the capital of the Świętokrzyskie province in southern Poland and a major industrial centre in the region . The event will offer industrial innovation and modern technologies , with nearly 600 exhibitors showcasing their offerings across over 42,000 square metres . Registration is now open for the event .
“ Industrial Spring is a combination of exhibitions which feature metalworking technology , automation , welding , 3D printing and other modern solutions designed for industry use . This exhibition cluster offers an excellent opportunity for visitors to learn about the latest technologies and solutions that are now shaping the industry ’ s future ,” the show organiser , Targi Kielce S . A ., told ISMR .
“ Exhibitors will present what is in greatest demand with industry specialists . This will include machine tools ; cutting machines ; bending machines ; complete robotic lines ; industrial robots ; specialised machines for foundry ; welding machines and microscopes . Such a wide scope makes it possible for entrepreneurs to establish new business contacts and learn about the latest technologies ,” it added .
The Industrial Spring cluster also offers educational and information opportunities . Each exhibition includes specialist conferences highlighting current issues from various industry fields . A permanent element of the agenda is the Laser Processing Seminar at STOM Laser which includes various types of laser technologies commonly used for material processing .
The STOM-TOOL Exhibition of Metal Processing Technologies , part of the Industrial Spring cycle , includes presentations of modern CNC machines , machine tools and milling machines , complemented with displays of sheet metal forming and processing equipment ; metal cutting , laser and laser technology equipment ; welding and industrial robots plus 3D printers . At this year ’ s Industrial Spring , there will seminars on a host of associated subjects .
The four-day show turns Targi Kielce ’ s exhibition halls into a gigantic factory , working live . Visitors will be able to view machinery in action on exhibitor stands .
On Thursday 23 January 2025 , Strabag signed the contract to design and build a new exhibition hall and reconstruct the existing one at Targi Kielce . The combined space of both facilities amounts to over 15,500 square metres of usable space on the ground floor and 3,000 square metres on the mezzanine . The new facility in the centre ’ s infrastructure will be four times larger than the currently
Above and below : Industrial Spring in Poland last year .
largest hall ( no . 5 ). The project involves the construction of hall 8 and the reconstruction of hall 7 ; the expo halls will be combined . Mezzanines will be built at the connection point with additional restaurant and congress spaces and views of the exhibition space . Construction work will begin in March 2025 , and the hall is to be ready by the end of July 2026 . n www . targikielce . pl
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