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Bystronic nesting software for the 10kW ByStar Fiber 4020 .
sector , especially small and medium-sized companies , need accessible solutions to help them transform themselves into smart factories , regardless of their size .
ISMR : How does Bystronic see the future of the sheet-metal industry ?
AM : I believe that the future of sheet metal is bright . At Bystronic , we think that this sector has enormous growth potential , but we must prepare ourselves and face the challenges ahead . Digitalisation and sustainability are two crucial topics that remain unsolved in this sector and on which we are actively working to offer solutions that allow our customers to adapt and continue to grow and improve their business .
Regarding digitalisation , two concepts can make a difference within the sector .
One is a comprehensive solution that digitalises the entire business beyond production is one of them . The other is reliable data . From my point of view , there are two aspects to consider for reliable data : interoperability between systems and the ability of machines to be a trusted source of data .
In the future , I am convinced that companies in the sheet-metal industry will not only choose a device for its quality but also for its ability to provide reliable data . The software will therefore be a distinctive element in the choice of a machine . In this way , machines can be integrated into digital ecosystems contributing to data-driven decisions and even to the automation of certain processes .
ISMR : Thank you for your time . n
Sustainability in focus
In recent months Bystronic has invested heavily in the optimisation of production , products , supply chains and peripheral performance optimisers . The focus is on sustainability as a central element of its corporate strategy . The goal is to shape a sustainable future with sheet metal . To this end , Bystronic has developed an ambitious sustainability strategy that is being consistently implemented across all areas . The company ’ s first sustainability report is now available and , along with its new product and software innovations , will also be presented at the EuroBLECH sheet metal exhibition in Hanover , Germany ( 25-28 October 2022 ) on stands A66 / B66 in Hall 12 .
See also page 144 of this issue for Bystronic ’ s technology showcase at EuroBLECH 2022 .
In the future , I am convinced that companies in the sheet-metal industry will not only choose a device for its quality but also for its ability to provide reliable data
About Bystronic
Bystronic ’ s headquarters are at Niederönz , Switzerland . Additional development and production locations are in Sulgen ( Switzerland ); Gotha ( Germany ); Cazzago San Martino and San Giuliano Milanese ( Italy ); Tianjin and Shenzhen ( China ) and Hoffman Estates ( USA ). It is represented by its own sales and service subsidiaries in over 30 countries and by agents in numerous other countries .
Bystronic employs over 3500 people at more than 40 locations worldwide and generated net sales of CHF 939.3- million in 2021 .