German Machine Tool Orders Rise Again in Second Quarter

In the second quarter of 2010, order bookings for companies in the German machine tool industry unexpectedly rose steeply again, this time by 71%. Domestic demand soared by 81%, and export orders were up 66%. The statistics were issued by VDW (Verein Deutscher Werkzeugmaschinenfabriken), the German Machine Builders’ Association. Details.

Swisstech 2010 Features Special Events, Related Shows

Swisstech 2010, the European fair for the subcontracting industries, will be held November 16–19 at the Basel Fairgrounds in Switzerland. The exhibition of some 500 manufacturers and distributors from Switzerland and throughout Europe will be complemented by a range of subsidiary events, including the Swiss Skills Championships. Details.

Schunk Is Now on Twitter

The German specialist in clamping and automation technology Schunk GmbH & Co. KG is now communicating via the Twitter social networking service. Followers of the company now can receive news of the latest trends in clamping technology and automation right on their phone. All they need do is register with Schunk at the Twitter website. Details.

Hasco to Begin Serving Italy Directly on January 1

Starting January 1, 2011, Hasco Hasenclever GmbH + Co. KG will handle order processing and logistics for customers in Italy through its headquarters in Lüdenscheid, Germany. The supplier of mould components and hot runner technology is preparing itself to take over these functions quickly, competently and efficiently. Details.

EMO Hannover 2011 to Offer ‘Machine Tools and More’

International manufacturers of production technology will be presenting “Machine tools and more” at EMO Hannover 2011, which takes place in the northern German metropolis on September 19–24 of next year. The world’s leading metalworking fair always introduces many products that the market has not previously seen. Details.

Delcam Software Chosen for Use in Chinese NC Competition

Several software programmes developed by Delcam plc, including PowerMill, PowerShape and FeatureCAM, have been selected as the designated CAD/CAM software for the finals of the fourth China National Numerical Control Skills Competition to be held in Guangzhou later this year. Delcam has been supporting education in China for 10 years. Details.

CNC-Arena and VDMA Form On-Line Marketing Alliance

In mid-August, CNC-Arena, the on-line portal for metalworking equipment, and the publishing company VDMA Verlag signed a cooperation agreement committing the two parties to also make available to visitors at www.cnc-arena.com the range of products offered by the high-precision tool industry for machining applications. Details.