Blog & Technical Papers
VDW’s team comprises experts in their respective specialist fields who actively contribute their knowledge and expertise to numerous national and international contexts. They provide valuable information on ongoing trends, industry news, and captivating events, although the intervals may vary. Of particular interest are the specialist articles related to our trade fairs, namely NORTEC and EMO Hannover, which offer well-founded insights into the latest developments within the German machine tool industry and its surrounding ecosystem.
Precision grinding ensures smooth and efficient running in electric vehicles
Precision grinding ensures smooth and efficient running in electric...
Precision grinding ensures smooth and efficient running in electric vehicles
A cyclist out in the countryside on an e-bike would rather hear birdsong than annoying noises from the bike's drive unit. Smooth running is also an important factor in electric cars. The electric motor is much quieter than a diesel or petrol engine, meaning that unpleasant noises are more noticeable...
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Paths to automated and sustainable production
Paths to automated and sustainable production
Paths to automated and sustainable production
EMO Hannover 2023 (18 to 23 September) was held under the banner of Innovate Manufacturing. The key topics at this year’s leading trade fair for production technology were automated production, sustainability and the networking of machines with other production systems. Visitors were once again trea...
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The finishing touch
The finishing touch
The finishing touch
A delicate touch is required when sanding. Children learn this when finishing off a piece of fretwork. The sandpaper must be carefully applied to the edges of the fragile plywood pieces. These are still rough from the sawing, and the pressure needs to be constantly adjusted – depending on how worn t...
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Plug-and-play for factories
Plug-and-play for factories
Plug-and-play for factories
What if a machine could be virtually commissioned before it finally arrives weighing several tonnes in a factory? This is possible with a digital twin and complex computer simulations.
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AI in Production Planning and Control
AI in Production Planning and Control
AI in Production Planning and Control
Manufacturing companies are among the biggest beneficiaries of digital transformation. Access to ever-increasing amounts of data offers numerous opportunities to increase efficiency, improve quality, and reduce costs. Artificial intelligence (AI) solutions are already being used successfully in vari...
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Hydrogen and fuel cells offer potential for manufacturing technology
Hydrogen and fuel cells offer potential for manufacturing technology
Hydrogen and fuel cells offer potential for manufacturing technology
Hydrogen will be an important piece of the puzzle in the energy transition as an energy carrier and seasonal storage medium.
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