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Hubertus Heil, member of the Bundestag from Peine, visited Galvanotechnik Kessel GmbH & Co. KG. He was briefed about the challenges the company is currently facing.
Until now, the production of single-atom catalysts has usually required precious metals that are anchored to a solid surface. Researchers have now shown that such structures can also be formed electrochemically.
With the slogan 'Everything in the green zone' and a new look, Schuko presents its brand image. The company manufactures mobile and stationary extraction systems for the disposal of dust and chip waste.
According to the German Steel and Metal Processing Industry Association (WSM), the parties' 2025 election manifestos identify the problems facing companies, but there are "no solutions in sight". In order to secure prosperity and jobs, the parties need to step up their game.
The new set for surface roughness testing promises easy handling and precise results. The tapes are now individually packaged in strips.
Adphos presented its aNIR and aLITE technologies at a workshop. Application and configuration options for drying with near-infrared light were presented using real application examples.
A spin-off of the Gpainnova group of companies specializes in products for the aerospace industry. Gpaspace receives investment for a laboratory for the end-to-end production of nanosatellites.
Electroless nickel brings critical components into the optimum shape. Pallas GmbH & Co. KG protects aluminum components from abrasion and corrosion by electroless nickel plating.
A new dew point logger from DeFelsko will be making its trade fair debut at the European Coatings Show 2025. The device meticulously measures all relevant environmental parameters during the refurbishment of steel structures.
In India, Runaya and Eckart are jointly building a sustainable aluminum powder plant for effect pigments and other products. The joint venture will manufacture products with a low CO2 footprint in the new plant.
Exoskeletons can be a useful aid in the building cleaning and construction trades. The German Social Accident Insurance Institution for the construction industry (BG Bau) describes what needs to be considered when selecting exoskeletons.
MVHuber, based in Plettenberg, is a new member of the ZVO. The company processes around 35,000 tons of components every year, primarily for the construction and automotive industries.
The MALS detector for (U)HPLC and SEC can be used to analyze macromolecules from 2 to 50 nm. A green laser ensures a 2.7-fold increase in sensitivity.
Repayments must be made within six months. Companies whose financial situation is strained should check whether an appeal against the final decision has a suspensive effect.
Florian Pantleon, master student of electrochemistry and electroplating at TU Ilmenau, will receive a ZVO master's scholarship for the winter semester 2024/2025
Echt! Smart Work GmbH (ESW) supports companies in the transition from purely reactive to preventive maintenance. QR codes and software form the backbone of the concept.
Denios SE has moved into a new production and administration building in Changzhou, China. The Chinese Denios team can look forward to spacious premises with modern equipment.
The Cleaning Excellence Center (CEC) is inviting entries for the CEC Training Award 2025. Once again, we are looking for the most creative training company in the field of technical cleanliness.
The leitmotif of the Automotive Color Trends "Routing" refers to communication technology. According to BASF, the color palette reflects communication in the course of time.
Plantag Coatings opens a new production facility in Detmold for the manufacture of large volumes of coating technologies. The flexible production facility produces 35,000 liters per shift.