PRODUCT REVIEWS
Sheet metal processing displays at Stuttgart
Weil Technology, Novatec and Schaal Technology will be exhibiting together on stand 1506 in Hall 1 at the Blechexpo / Schweisstec trade show in Stuttgart, Germany( 21-24 October 2025).
“ Visitors will see our solutions and services for innovative laser, clamping and automation technologies for sheet metal processing,” it explained.
Displays at the trade show will include technology for tube production from one single source, with fully automated solutions for producing laser-welded tubes from coil( including roll forming, longitudinal seam welding and finishing of tube ends).
“ With our complete process chain and decades of experience, we enable efficient and flexible production of high-quality, laser-welded tubes that are tailored to customer needs. Don’ t miss the presentation in the exhibitor forum at Blechexpo on Wednesday 22 October( 12:20-13.00) by Remigius Hermann, Area Sales Manager, Weil Technology,” added the companies.
Complete turnkey solutions from a single source are offered, including manufacturing solutions for hot water storage tanks.
“ Our fully automated welding process solutions enable the efficient production of
Welding process solutions for pressure vessels. Forming and punching system.
high-quality pressure vessels such as stainless-steel boilers with heatexchangers, stainless-or mild steel water tanks, and tubes ranging from thin-walled to wall thicknesses of up to 3.5mm,” continued the three partners.
“ Longer prismatic cell housings are usually produced either with continuous roll forming or cycled press forming processes. Weil Technology now offers a new alternative and rapid process with a compact system for stainless-steel housings with wall thicknesses as low as 0.15mm,” they continued.
Schaal Technology will also provide information about its precision stamping systems for forming and punching a range
Left: Roll-formed or pressformed components for prismatic cell housings.
of materials. The main areas of application are in the e-mobility, electrical industry and medical technology markets. n
https
:// weil-technology. com /
https:// schaal-technology. com /
https:// novatecengineering. it /
Sustainable aluminium anodising process
With Bonderite M-AD 2000A, Henkel Adhesive Technologies has introduced a new additive for the anodising process designed to make the surface treatment of aluminium more efficient and sustainable. The additive enables anodising baths to operate at temperatures of up to 24 ° C— significantly higher than the conventional 18 – 20 ° C range.
“ It therefore reduces the energy required for cooling and extends bath life, all without compromising the quality or performance of the anodised layer,” explained Henkel.“ This also means shorter process times and lower resource consumption with reduced CO₂ emissions. Less energy and more efficiency,” summarised the manufacturer.
Bonderite M-AD 2000A was specifically developed for companies involved in aluminium anodising, whether as a surface treatment or as part of a pre-anodising process. Henkel’ s focus lies on improving process and energy efficiency.
“ Operating the anodising bath at higher temperatures significantly reduces the need for cooling. At the same time, the additive helps lower sulfuric acid consumption by around 25 %. In addition, aluminium loss is
Image: Henkel. reduced by one quarter, and process times are shortened by an average of 15 %. The more stable bath chemistry also extends the service life by up to 25 %, minimizing the need for disposal and replenishment,” confirmed Henkel.
“ Our customers are looking for ways to make their production processes more sustainable and cost-effective, without compromising on quality. Bonderite M-AD 2000A delivers exactly that: an additive that demonstrably saves costs, energy and materials while ensuring consistent results,” explained Darshan Mehta, Business Development Manager, Light Metal Treatment, Henkel.
“ Qualanod certification underscores the additive’ s durability and quality— even under real-world conditions such as long-term outdoor weathering tests conducted in
coastal regions such as Hook of Holland and Genoa. The product is now approved for use by all member companies in the international Qualanod network. Initial industrial trials under real production conditions confirm the projected benefits: significant energy savings, reduced chemical usage and consistent coating results. With successful completion of testing and international approval, Bonderite M-AD 2000A is now available in Europe and will be introduced gradually to markets worldwide— wherever aluminium anodising plays a critical role in production,” concluded the company.
Henkel’ s business unit, Adhesive Technologies, is a global specialist in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. In FY 2024, Henkel reported sales of over 21.6 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of around 3.1 billion euros. The company has a clear sustainability strategy with specific targets. Henkel was founded in 1876 and employs a diverse team of around 47,000 people worldwide. n
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