2024 is a very special year for ISMR as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. It is such a pleasure and privilege to be part of such a vibrant and innovative industry, supporting and promoting its remarkable developments over the years. Acknowledged as the number one international sheet metal forming and fabrication journal, International Sheet Metal Review offers truly global and independent coverage.

In the December 2023/January 2024 issue of ISMR, we highlight the UK’s first ‘open access’ factory, which has established a blueprint that has the potential to reshape the maker culture.

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In the December 2023, January 2024 issue of ISMR, we outline the principles and benefits of plasma cutting as well as key features and process variations.

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In the December 2023/January 2024 issue of ISMR, we highlight trends, drivers, opportunities and challenges in global aerospace markets for manufacturers.

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Image caption: Pivatic’s CEO, Jan Tapanainen, outlines the company’s latest projects, strategic initiatives and new investments to ISMR at Blechexpo/Schweisstec.

With its slogan “Be the First!”, SafanDarley made the global introduction of its new H-iBrake press brake at the Blechexpo exhibition in Stuttgart, Germany, from 7-10 November 2023.