INDUSTRY ROUNDUP

IALTAG is a start-up founded in 2024, developing smart solutions for challenges on the shop floor that streamline processes, reduce errors, and ensure customer operations are future-proof. Based on more than 15 years of intralogistics experience, their scan-free processes reduce manual steps and media breaks. Employees are guided step-by-step, without the need… Read more: SCAN-FREE, ERROR-FREE, FUTURE-READY: IALTAG BRINGS 15 YEARS OF INTRALOGISTICS KNOW-HOW TO THE SHOP FLOOR

Cognitive Design by CDS is an AI-powered concurrent engineering platform created to enable engineers accelerate the development of high-performance, manufacturable, and sustainable products. Interview with Rhushik Matroja, CEO of Cognitive Design Systems. How does your company define “real impact” when it comes to industrial innovation, and how do you measure it… Read more: DRIVING INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION. HOW DO COGNITIVE DESIGN SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS CREATE REAL IMPACT FOR CUSTOMERS?

Sveba Dahlen, established in 1948, develops, manufactures and supplies high-quality bakery equipment for professional bakeries, restaurants and foodservice operations worldwide. With a complete range of reliable ovens, proofers and Glimek dough handling machines, we help customers achieve consistent baking results, efficient production and a low total cost of ownership. With extensive… Read more: SVEBA DAHLEN, THE SWEDISH COMPANY QUIETLY POWERING THE WORLD’S BEST BAKERIES

Some companies build machines. Others solve problems. Technic One firmly belongs to the second category. Founded in 1983 by Mr. Léon Crosset in the industrial zone of Les Plénesses in Thimister, Belgium, the company has spent over four decades building a reputation for excellence in the design and manufacture of innovative,… Read more: DRYER ONE™ BY TECHNIC ONE, OVER 40 YEARS OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

Metaloumin S.A., leading Greek aluminum extrusion product and photovoltaic mounting system manufacturer, will join Solar & Storage Live London 2026, from 29 to 30 April 2026 at ExCeLExhibition Centre in Newham, East London.  The company will present its latest in solar mounting structures and tracking technologies, reinforcing its commitment to international… Read more: METALOUMIN TO SHOW ADVANCED SOLAR MOUNTING SOLUTIONS AT SOLAR & STORAGE LIVE LONDON 2026

“You don’t have to talk about climate protection, you have to do it,” is a central political thesis. The new Climate Protection Programme 2026, adopted by the German government before Easter, provides EUR acht billion by 2030 for the reduction of fossil energy imports. Overall, the carbon balance is currently considered to… Read more: H2 POWERCELL GMBH SUCCESSFULLY SPECIALIZES IN HYDROGEN-BASED PREMIUM PRODUCTS “H2POWERCUBE”, “H2POWERLYZER” AND “H2SECUREPOWER” 

The basic construction of rubber conveyor belts has not really changed for over 120 years except that therubber is now synthetic, and the inner ply layers of cotton have also been replaced by synthetic material.  The same application principles also apply. The heavier the load and the tougher the materials, the more… Read more: DRIVING INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION. HOW FENNER DUNLOP’S SINGLE AND DUAL-PLY CONVEYOR BELT REVOLUTION IS CREATING A POSITIVE IMPACT FOR THEIR CUSTOMERS

The Triennial Construction Machinery Exhibition in Verona offers hands-on and learning experience covering the most innovative technologies for increasingly connected, automated, and safe construction sites of the future. The second edition of the “Digital Construction Site” will be held during SaMoTer 2026. The Triennial International Construction and Earthmoving Machinery Exhibition, scheduled… Read more: SECOND EDITION OF THE “DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION SITE” AT SAMOTER 2026

From 6 to 9 May 2026, in the outdoor area of the International Triennial Exhibition of Construction Machinery in Verona, visitors can experience first-hand and discover the most innovative technologies for the construction site of the future, increasingly connected, automated and safe. The second edition of “Cantiere Digitale” takes centre stage… Read more: THE SECOND EDITION OF “CANTIERE DIGITALE” AT SAMOTER 2026 

Construction is entering a new era. What was once driven by heavy machinery is now increasingly defined by data, software, and connectivity. At Novatron, they operate at the intersection of these worlds – where machines meet intelligence. “Machine control was the first step. The real transformation is happening in how construction… Read more: FROM MACHINES TO INTELLIGENCE: HOW NOVATRON IS REWRITING CONSTRUCTION’S DIGITAL PLAYBOOK

When a vessel suffers damage to its propulsion shaft line or rudder arrangement—often due to grounding or impact—the immediate assumption is often replacement. However, this is not always the most efficient or commercially viable solution. In damage scenarios, time is critical. Off-hire periods and operational delays can result in significant financial… Read more: CLASS-APPROVED COLD STRAIGHTENING: A PROVEN ALTERNATIVE TO REPLACEMENT

Meite is a comprehensive manufacturer and brand operator specializing in fastening tools and fasteners, dedicated to delivering efficient and reliable fastening solutions to industrial customers worldwide. With decades of industry experience and continuous innovation, our business spans over 100 countries and regions, establishing a strong market presence across multiple segments. What… Read more: MEITE, RELIABLE FASTENING SOLUTIONS, TRUSTED ACROSS THE GLOBE

Encube is an AI platform where hardware teams come together to analyze designs, gain insights and shape ideas to invent better products faster. Interview with Hugo Nordell, Co-Founder & CEO of Encube. A brief description of the company Hugo Nordell: Since up to 80% of a product’s cost gets locked in during… Read more: HOW ENCUBE IS BRINGING AI TO THE DESIGN PHASE

MRTech SK is a small company based in Slovakia, operating in the machine vision field with a focus on high-performance image processing. With over 10 years of experience, the company has successfully delivered projects to customers worldwide across various industries, including entertainment, teleoperation, aerospace, medicine, and scientific research. What Are the Main… Read more: MRTECH – SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE SERVICES FOR MACHINE VISION

In cleanroom environments, there are strict requirements for particulate emissions and process stability. At the same time, the transfer of conveyed goods represents a critical weakness. Montech has now had its knife edge for use in cleanrooms certified by the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology and Automation IPA. With this certification,… Read more: MONTECH KNIFE EDGE RECEIVES TESTED DEVICE CERTIFICATE FOR CLEANROOM APPLICATIONS

At the forefront of the global energy transition stands GRZ Technologies, a Swiss company with a clear mission: enabling a net zero future through safe, affordable, and sustainable hydrogen solutions. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, GRZ Technologies brings decades of research… Read more: GRZ TECHNOLOGIES, ENGINEERING THE NEXT ERA OF HYDROGEN

CenturyArks is a technology-driven company founded by a group of engineers passionate about Monozukuri, the Japanese philosophy of craftsmanship and advanced manufacturing. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions in the fields of high-performance camera modules and wearable optical devices. By combining strong engineering expertise with a commitment to precision manufacturing,… Read more: CENTURYARKS – ADVANCING HIGH-PERFORMANCE CAMERA AND WEARABLE OPTICAL SOLUTIONS

Swisspacer has been a pioneer in warm edge technology for more than 20 years. In addition to high-quality products, the company also provides excellent service for the processing industry. They also see themselves as trailblazers to further establish the warm edge internationally with customers and partners as well as all other… Read more: SWISSPACER, THE EDGE OF TOMORROW

Acorai was founded in 2019 in Helsingborg, Sweden, with one clear mission: to transform the way heart failure is managed by making intracardiac pressure monitoring non-invasive, accessible, and actionable at the point of care.  Today, over 64 million people worldwide live with heart failure, yet the gold standard for assessing their… Read more: ACORAI, A NEW STANDARD IN HEART FAILURE MANAGEMENT

Wild Us is an innovation-driven company dedicated to the development of advanced life-saving solutions. Founded in 2024 by two partners sharing a clear vision, the company focuses on delivering effective, modern products designed for critical situations where every second matters. At the heart of its portfolio is a patented solution for… Read more: WILD US: INNOVATION IN LIFE-SAVING SOLUTIONS

DYNAJET develops professional water-jetting systems and accessories for numerous sectors of industry and areas of application, from removing chewing gum to cleaning construction machinery, right through to restoring concrete.  Their high-pressure cleaners and accessories enable all-round deployability for sectors such as construction, renovation, local authorities, cleaning service providers, shipyards, and agriculture… Read more: DYNAJET, WATER-JETTING SYSTEMS FOR PROFESSIONALS

AISUS specialise in offshore inspection services, pioneering new advanced inspection technology for the global energy industry. With a team of expert professionals and a deep understanding of offshore inspections, the company delivers high-quality services and support to clients. Interview with Graeme McNay, CEO of AISUS. What are the primary performance characteristics… Read more: AISUS – MINIMISING RISK, MAXIMISING VALUE

A-PRO2 designs and develops automation and control software for mobile machinery, with a strong focus on performance optimization and functional safety. Their software ecosystem features an intuitive interface that enables debugging, commissioning, and remote support, fully compatible with any hardware you already use.  The company also provides electrical design services, including wiring… Read more: A-PRO2, DRIVING SMARTER MOBILE MACHINERY WITH ADVANCED AUTOMATION AND CONTROL SOFTWARE

A new storage system for long materials up to 7 metres: efficient, safe and structured storage, handling and retrieval on vertically arranged trays. At the LogiMAT exhibition in Stuttgart, Germany, Modula offered an overview through informative and multimedia materials that illustrate its concept, specifications and applications. Some weeks ago, Long Goods… Read more: MODULA LONG GOODS: VERTICAL AUTOMATION FOR LONG MATERIAL MANAGEMENT BECOMES REALITY

Shital Vacuum Treat, one of India’s leading metal heat treatment service providers, has ordered their third vacuum furnace from SECO/WARWICK. This time, the company has opted for a standard, high-pressure quench vacuum furnace, manufactured locally under the “Made in India” program. The new vacuum device will be used for a wide range of… Read more: SECO/WARWICK INDIA SECURES A NEW CONTRACT — SHITAL VACUUM TREAT INVESTS IN A THIRD VACUUM FURNACE

SECO/WARWICK will supply a single-chamber Vector vacuum furnace to a leading manufacturer of advanced technological solutions for the aerospace industry. This will be the third SECO/WARWICK vacuum device operating at the Partner’s Indonesian facility. The new furnace will enhance production capacity in the field of aircraft gear manufacturing. SECO/WARWICK – Technology for Aerospace SECO/WARWICK… Read more: VECTOR VACUUM FURNACE HEADS TO INDONESIA

As a company with more than 145 years of heritage, Ganz Electric’s mission is to combine historical traditions and unique expertise with innovation through digitalization for all their solutions, products and services with the aim to support the electrification and the Net Zero Targets. What does “reliability” mean for your customers… Read more: TRADITION FOR INNOVATION: HOW GANZ COMBINES 200 YEARS OF HERITAGE WITH MODERN HIGH-VOLTAGE SOLUTIONS

EasyStrap helps customers maintain the health of their employees through a back-friendly and ergonomic strapping process. This means more satisfied employees and fewer sick days. The company helps companies to secure their products of consistent quality as well as quickly and easily on pallets. This matching charging unit fuse gives them… Read more: BUYING GUIDE. WHAT KEY FEATURES DIFFERENTIATE EASYSTRAP’S PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS IN THE MARKET? 

An intuitive, AI-powered cloud platform enabling engineers to navigate the Machinery Regulation, streamline documentation, and deliver compliance faster, smarter, and without complexity. Interview with Neil Frost, Co-Founder & Managing Director of CERTAIN GmbH. A brief description of the company and its activities. Neil Frost: CERTAIN is a technology company dedicated to simplifying… Read more: REINVENTING CE MARKING: HOW CERTAIN IS TURNING COMPLIANCE INTO A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

JUNKER Group develops, manufactures, and distributes high-precision grinding machines and powerful filtration technology. With more than 1,100 employees at 11 locations worldwide, the company develops technologies that drive industries forward – and have been setting new standards in mechanical and plant engineering for decades. Their solutions combine innovative strength, maximum speed,… Read more: JUNKER – PARTNER FOR PRECISION

GF Innovative Solutions is a German-based AI consultancy and implementation partner specializing in helping startups and SMEs unlock the real capabilities of artificial intelligence. The company bridges the gap between AI potential and practical implementation, covering both strategy and technical execution. Its mission is to close the gap between what AI… Read more: GF INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS, INDUSTRIAL KNOW-HOW MEETS DIGITAL DISRUPTION

Lighthouse Tech is a Swiss startup, founded as an optical industry spinoff. The company’s mission is to create a more inclusive world where people who are blind or have low vision can move confidently, make their own choices, and live life to the fullest.  The eyewear frame, made by Lighthouse Tech,… Read more: REDEFINING RELIABILITY. HOW DO LIGHTHOUSE TECH’S PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS TAKE CLIENT SATISFACTION TO THE NEXT LEVEL?

Forlinx Embedded is a specialized designer and manufacturer of ARM-based embedded computing solutions. The company’s main product portfolio includes System-on-Modules (SoMs), Single Board Computers (SBCs), and industry-grade PCs. Forlinx maintains deep technical partnerships with top System-on-Chip vendors like NXP, Texas Instruments, Rockchip, and Allwinner to provide reliable hardware foundations for industrial… Read more: FORLINX EMBEDDED: POWERING NEXT-GEN EDGE AI WITH RUGGED, LONG-TERM ARM SOLUTIONS

Rubber degradation and decomposition caused by unavoidable exposure to ozone (O3) ultraviolet light (UV) and oxygen (O2) is a prime cause of premature and excessive wear damage and a major reduction in the performance and functional lifetime of rubber conveyor belts. If the rubber compound does not contain sufficient protective chemicals,… Read more: WHY NO RESISTANCE?

MISA-Vertriebs is a producer and wholesaler for the beverage industry, offering not only high-quality dispensing equipment but also branded point-of-sale designs, including columns, tap handles, and logo plates, even in small or exclusive quantities. As the European Superdealer for Flojet beverage pumps, MISA-Vertriebs also brings exclusive technical innovations to the market.… Read more: MISA-VERTRIEBS DRIVES INNOVATION IN BEVERAGE DISPENSING AND POS DESIGN

Elbtal Plastics is a German manufacturer with over 120 years of industrial heritage, specializing in high-performance technical membranes and engineered polymer films. Interview with Golan Oliel, CEO of Elbtal Plastics GmbH & Co. KG A brief description of the company and its activities. Golan Oliel: Our core competence lies in the development,… Read more: ELBTAL PLASTICS SETS GLOBAL STANDARD FOR PREMIUM REINFORCED SWIMMING POOL MEMBRANES