MAPAL invests in India and expands its capacities. In Coimbatore, the headquarters of MAPAL India, the company recently opened a "Green Field Facility". The new company premises set standards in the areas of production, technology and sustainability. Since 2015, the headquarters of MAPAL India has been located in Coimbatore, a city with over a million inhabitants in the south of India. "Many of our nationwide customers and business partners produce here and rely on our products and support," emphasises Thanigaraj Sripathy, CEO of MAPAL India. Business in India and also export business is developing well for MAPAL India. Long-term growth is predicted for the Indo-Pacific economic region, with positive effects for the machining industry. "With an eye on the future, we have significantly expanded the capacities in Coimbatore and invested in a new company area," says Dr Jochen Kress, President of the MAPAL Group. Sustainable production... The greenfield construction was designed and executed with three clear objectives: Zero Maintenance (trouble-free production), Zero Discharge (wastewater recycling) and Green Compliance (environmental sustainability). An intelligent building control system guarantees optimal manufacturing conditions and ensures a consistent energy supply. The subsidiary produces about one third of the electricity it needs on its own via photovoltaic systems on company-owned buildings and parking areas. As a further contribution to environmental and climate protection, investments were made in high-performance HVAC systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning), resource-saving building materials, energy-efficient lighting and sustainable landscaping measures. The company premises are surrounded by a green belt with 1,800 native trees and plants. These ensure clean air and a dust-free environment. MAPAL India treats the waste water produced in the factory and uses it for landscape irrigation. Read the full article online on the link below...

As it celebrates its 75th anniversary, the MAPAL Group is resolutely focussed on the future. With investments in new technologies, digitalisation and in the targeted development of capabilities, the company is strengthening its position in key sectors and accelerating its efforts to engage with the market and its customers. This is reflected, for instance, in the activities in the dynamically developing Aerospace segment: MAPAL has pooled its expertise in the field of aircraft final assembly in the Global Organisation for Assembly (GOA) department, founded in 2024 – a decisive step to serve global customers faster and in a more targeted manner. The integration of the subsidiary c-Com and acquisition of the Italian X-Pro S.r.l., a specialist in turnkey projects and clamping fixtures, also highlight the company’s commitment to actively shaping technological developments and fully meeting customer requirements. The future-oriented activities are set against the backdrop of a challenging economic environment. In the 2024 financial year, the MAPAL Group recorded a 6.3 per cent drop in sales to 551 million euros. This was the result of a weak economy as well as lingering uncertainty in important sales markets. Against this backdrop, the outlook for the current 2025 financial year is also very subdued. “After an unsatisfactory first half of the year, we are currently expecting a further drop in sales of up to 5 per cent”, explains Dr Jochen Kress, President of the MAPAL Group. … Read more online

MAPAL Fabrik für Präzisionswerkzeuge Dr. Kress KG, the headquarters of the internationally active supplier of precision tools and machining solutions based in Aalen, is changing its legal structure. On 1 June 2025, the previous limited partnership (KG) will be converted into an SE & Co. KG and will then operate under the name MAPAL Dr Kress SE & Co. KG.

Marie Curie loved a bit of science PR "The scientific method is a powerful tool for understanding the world around us. Let us help you share your discoveries with the world," Marie Curie I don’t think there could be a more concise and beautiful expression of the importance of PR to scientific companies than this quote from the Polish/French Nobel Prize winner, Marie Curie. Well, that’s if Marie Curie had actually said this. But she didn’t. She didn’t even say anything like it. It was created by Bard, Google’s generative AI programme, which is being used by writers across the globe, including yours truly on occasion, to produce content. The trouble is the content an AI can produce today is the same kind of content that a human can also create quickly and easily. Where it comes into its own is as a tool for a writer, to make the process easier. Deakin University’s Professor Phillip Dawson, who specialises in digital assessment security, argues that AI is just a new form of a technique called cognitive offloading. “Cognitive offloading,” he explains, is “when you use a tool to reduce the mental burden of a task. It can be as simple as writing something down, so you don’t have to try to remember it for later.” Personally, I’m comfortable with using AI for this purpose and I’m going to continue to ask it for inspiration when I need it. Furthermore, I’m going to keep on using it to carefully repurpose content, but, for now, I won’t be relying on it to teach me about Marie Curie.

Mark3D UK is unveiling the StrongParts 3D Printing Bureau at this year’s Advanced Manufacturing Show, offering businesses flexible, on-demand access to industrial-grade Markforged 3D printing. The service allows manufacturers to tackle large-scale projects, complex components, or occasional print requirements without the upfront investment of purchasing equipment. The bureau houses the full range of Markforged composite and metal 3D printers, enabling production in multiple materials, including high-strength continuous fibre composites and metals such as stainless steel, tool steel, and Inconel. StrongParts can also handle oversized parts that may exceed the capacity of in-house printers, making it ideal for both high-volume runs and one-off projects. StrongParts provides expert guidance throughout the additive manufacturing process, from material selection and part optimisation to finishing, ensuring every component meets exacting standards for strength, durability, and performance. The service is designed for two key audiences: businesses already using Markforged technology who need extra capacity, and organisations exploring additive manufacturing without sufficient demand to justify buying their own printers. “StrongParts makes industrial 3D printing accessible to every business, whether for a single prototype, a large production run, or oversized components,” said Ian Weston, Managing Director at Mark3D UK. Visit Stand S160b to see live demos or learn more at www.strongparts.com.

Mark3D UK now distributes the Artec range of high-precision 3D scanners, featured on our Advanced Engineering tradeshow stand. These scanners complete the full digital manufacturing loop, seamlessly connecting design, prototyping, and production. Visitors to the stand can see how the Artec portfolio captures detailed 3D data of complex parts and integrates directly into CAD and 3D printing workflows. Stand highlights include the Artec Leo, a wireless handheld scanner offering real-time 3D visualization and portability for large or complex objects, and the Artec Spider II, designed for capturing small, intricate parts with exceptional accuracy. All scanners are powered by Artec Studio, the advanced 3D scanning and processing software. Artec Studio provides automated and manual tools for precise model editing, alignment, and CAD export, ensuring a smooth transition from scanned object to finished product. Together, these tools offer speed, accuracy, and versatility across engineering, industrial design, and quality control applications. Visit the Mark3D stand to experience live demos of Artec scanning in action and see how integrated 3D scanning can streamline product development and enhance manufacturing efficiency. The Artec portfolio, including handheld and desktop scanners, delivers speed, accuracy, and versatility for engineering, industrial design, and quality control applications. Stop by the Mark3D stand to discover how integrated scanning can streamline your product development process.

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Matrix approached MSL because they wanted to offer a 3D scanning service for inspection and reverse engineering across a wide range of industries. The applications could be based either in house, on site or even offshore. Some of the applications could include large fabrications that need inspecting for alignment or quality assurance, such as turbine blades and subsea clamps down to smaller components like valves, clamps and pipe fittings. Matrix previously used standard measuring equipment for validation and photogrammetry, pit gauges for NDT work and Bosch laser line measures for distance and profile gauges. They were then drawing the damage/surface profile on paper and analysing the remaining wall thickness to allow for fitness for service. They wanted to find a more efficient and repeatable way of working by replacing their existing analogue systems and the ability to provide digital data files to reverse engineer. This would then enable them to inspect back from them in the form of heat maps and cross sections, providing the ability to recreate models and components of existing parts. Read the full case study to find out more about how MSL helped them achieve this and how they are now changing the way they work in house, on-site and off-shore.

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MAPAL has developed standard processes for the industrial production of strategic components. On that basis, these tool solutions are modified according to requirements, to help customers boost their productivity. Success stories from various market segments show just how well this works. Productivity is boosted when the same effect is achieved with less effort, or if a greater yield is achieved with the same effort. If more is achieved with less effort, you’ve reached the peak of boosted productivity: maximum effect for minimal effort. For instance, this might involve the use of fewer tools, which allow higher quantities to be produced in the same amount of time. Adapted solutions for hydraulics In the fluid power market segment, for instance, MAPAL can draw on a model process for machining the spool bore in hydraulic valve housings. This bore always has a similar design in hydraulic systems for construction machines, agricultural machines and others. In order to be able to control different oil circuits via the spool position, the bore in which it moves must be very precise. MAPAL generally pilots this bore with a solid carbide drill first and then prepares it with a boring tool for finishing. Read more online [Please see website URL above]

McLaren Automotive, renowned for its ultra-high performance supercars, has appointed Atlas Copco, a global leader in innovative industrial assembly tooling and software solutions, as its ‘Official Smart Tooling Supplier. McLaren are Atlas Copco’s first UK customer to harness real-time data-driven insights using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learnings to identify potential ergonomic and quality improvements. Click the link to find out more.

The Military and Defence Sectors are going through an unprecedented change due to the adoption of 3D Scanning and Additive Manufacturing technologies for a wide range of applications, including Maintenance, Repair, And Overhaul (MRO) processes, damage assessments, and reverse engineering of parts, to name a few. This transformation is helping to drastically reduce reliance on bogged-down supply chains and a tight labour market, whilst maximising efficiency and reducing costs. 3D Scanning within Defence helps to create precise models of equipment and prototypes, which is essential for accurate testing and development. It can also be used to inspect and analyse existing equipment, identifying any flaws or damage that may affect its performance. This allows for early detection of potential issues and timely maintenance, ensuring equipment remains in optimal condition, the use of 3D scanning technology in the defence sector is critical for maintaining the readiness and effectiveness of military equipment.