
08. April 2026
Medical technology currently stands out as a shining star in the German industrial landscape. It is driven by demographic trends as well as growing demand for products such as minimally invasive surgical instruments, implants, and artificial knee and hip joints. When it comes to quality and functionality, surface finish, or a perfect fit, grinding processes play a particularly important role in the manufacturing of these products.

20. March 2026
The semiconductor market is booming. Microchips are not only essential for electric vehicles and charging stations. They also play an important role in solar and wind power plants and the entire spectrum of communications technology. With expected growth rates of over 30 per cent per year, this multi-billion dollar market offers interesting prospects for grinding technology.

08. September 2025
The VDW has published a position paper on the introduction of the CRA. On the one hand, this important legislation ensures fair conditions for the use of software and ‘products with digital elements', which is appreciated. However, the timeframe for implementing the CRA is viewed very critically. Machine tools themselves fall under the CRA regulations. At the same time, they integrate many complex subsystems and components to which the CRA also applies. Due to the complex supply chains and typically long lead times for subcontracts and orders in project-based business, there is a real danger that machine tool manufacturers…
Verein Deutscher Werkzeugmaschinenfabriken e. V.



