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Framatome launches Framatome Space
In practice , this would mean that precision strip operations would be transferred from Dahlerbrück to Dillenburg . Simultaneously , Outokumpu plans to close its coil service center in Hockenheim and intends to transfer the volumes to other sites . The planned restructuring measures are expected to impact close to 200 people in Germany . Outokumpu intends to commence negotiations with employee representatives in Germany in full respect of local legislation and practices . The possible closure of Hockenheim is planned to be completed by the end of the second quarter of 2024 and Dahlerbrück by the end of 2024 .
Project with Thomann GmbH
Framatome has announced that it is putting its 65 years of nuclear and industrial expertise at the service of the space industry with the creation of a new brand ; Framatome Space . Space is enjoying renewed interest across the globe and a whole new generation is set to embark on a new age of space travel . As on Earth , access to a safe , continuous and reliable source of energy is key for any development . Future space exploration can be enabled or enhanced by nuclear power . Nuclear propulsion can offer higher speeds and greater efficiency . It would significantly reduce the time needed to reach Mars for example , and , in so doing , reduce exposure times to intense space radiation . Nuclear power could also provide electricity enabling the development of a suitable environment for a sustained human presence on the Moon . Over the past six decades , Framatome teams have designed , built , and serviced the nuclear steam supply system of nuclear plants across the globe . It is present at every stage of the process on all types of reactor technologies . Framatome is also involved in the future of nuclear power generation from third generation reactors to advanced reactors and Small Modular Reactors ( SMRs ). The CERCA division is the world ’ s leading supplier of uranium fuel and targets for research reactors , and the Isogen joint-venture specializes in producing radioisotopes in commercial CANDU power reactors .
Outokumpu plans restructuring measures in Germany
Outokumpu plans restructuring measures in Germany to strengthen competitiveness and market leadership in advanced materials . In the second phase of the strategy , Outokumpu strengthens the core of the company and aims to make the most of its current assets . Now , in the weakened market environment , there is a need to take prompt actions to secure competitiveness in Europe while strengthening Outokumpu ’ s global market leadership in advanced materials . Consequently , Outokumpu aims to streamline its operations in Germany and plans restructuring measures to utilize its assets most efficiently . These measures would include centralizing advanced materials production in Germany fully to Dillenburg .
Kaltenbach . solutions launched a digitalization project at Thomann GmbH in Hergatz on Lake Constance . The fully integrated IoT-based solution will record , analyze and clearly visualize the order data , process data and machine data of saws in real time in the area of prefabrication . In the future , the carbon footprint can also be recorded digitally . The aim is to increase efficiency , reduce costs and make work easier . Thomann GmbH has agreed a strategic cooperation with Kaltenbach . Solutions to strengthen its market position as a leading steel trader in the southwest . In future , employees in the processing department will use handhelds to scan order data . Faults on the machines and other operating information will also be recorded via handheld devices . At the same time , the IoT-based BoosterBOX will measure relevant data on the sawing machines and assign it to the orders . The data collected will be visualized on the web-based Steelsuite platform as a basis for comprehensive analysis . The PDA / MED system can be expanded to include energy data acquisition and can then also determine energy consumption on an orderrelated basis . As a steel supplier for industry and trade , the owner-managed Thomann GmbH plays a pioneering role among trading companies in the areas of quality , sustainability , climate protection and humane working practices . With a stock range of over 50 materials in more than 2,500 dimensions , rapid availability is guaranteed . The processing options range from sawing , centering , sandblasting , preserving and galvanizing to deburring and washing . The planned project is now intended to optimize the processes surrounding the sawing machines and make work easier .
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