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Read the November issue of ISMR

9th December 2024

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Sara Waddington

Read the November issue of ISMR today on https://joom.ag/kz7d

A wealth of product, technology and software launches characterised the 27th International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, EuroBLECH,in Hanover, Germany, from 22-25 October 2024. Amidst ongoing global challenges, the sheet metal working industry showcased its dedication to progress and growth at the exhibition, which attracted 38,946 trade visitors from 114 countries and 1,317 exhibitors.

Visitors witnessed an explosion of new systems and technology launches at the show, as well as a variety of machine, technology and digital process demonstrations during the event. Read our full show report on page 22. As well as interviewing manufacturers at the show, ISMR took a booth in Hall 14 and distributed its October issue at all the entrances.

In the November issue of ISMR, we review the sheet metal industry in 2024 by interviewing a variety of global manufacturers at EuroBLECH on their views of this year as well as their plans, projects and market forecasts for 2025. You can read their responses throughout this issue of ISMR as they navigate through challenges, successes and achievements to keep meeting customer expectations. On the way, they highlight new innovations; areas of growth; time-saving processes/technologies; the latest market developments and various strategic pathways to success.

This issue of ISMR also places a special focus on waterjet cutting, punching and surface finishing. Global HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) markets for manufacturers are analysed on page 32. Economic forecasts; shifts; trends and opportunities across Latin America and the Caribbean for manufacturers are presented in our regional report on page 64.

Don’t forget to read our research news section on page 18 for the latest news on global collaborative projects. Welding, laser cutting, inspection and monitoring also come under the spotlight in this issue.

EMO Hannover 2023

EMO Hannover show preview

With its motto ‘Innovate Manufacturing’, EMO Hannover 2025 highlights innovation, internationality, inspiration and the future

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Sara Waddington

NMIS and Renewable Parts (advanced manufacturing technology)

Global research projects

Airbus showcases hydrogen technologies

During the 2025 Airbus Summit in March, Airbus provided an update

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Sara Waddington

Gaetano Lo Guzzo (Director Laser Business Europe, Mazak)

A laser focus

Established more than a century ago in Japan, Yamazaki Mazak (or Mazak) is a global

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Sara Waddington

Artificial Intelligence (AI). Image Shutterstock.com.

How AI will shape business strategy

As businesses navigate the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), PwC's U.S. Chief AI Officer

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Sara Waddington

EC 665 Tiger helicopter at Paris Air Show 2025. Image: © Rémy Michelin.

Global defence markets

As the world faces growing conflict in regions such as the Middle East and Ukraine

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Sara Waddington

EMO Hannover 2023

EMO Hannover show preview

With its motto ‘Innovate Manufacturing’, EMO Hannover 2025 highlights innovation, internationality, inspiration and the future

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

NMIS and Renewable Parts (advanced manufacturing technology)

Global research projects

Airbus showcases hydrogen technologies

During the 2025 Airbus Summit in March, Airbus provided an update

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Dimeco rollformer on display at EuroBLECH 2024.

Roll forming in focus

Roll forming is considered a highly cost-effective way to produce robust, multi-functional shapes in large

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Gaetano Lo Guzzo (Director Laser Business Europe, Mazak)

A laser focus

Established more than a century ago in Japan, Yamazaki Mazak (or Mazak) is a global

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

EC 665 Tiger helicopter at Paris Air Show 2025. Image: © Rémy Michelin.

Global defence markets

As the world faces growing conflict in regions such as the Middle East and Ukraine

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

EMO Hannover 2023

EMO Hannover show preview

With its motto ‘Innovate Manufacturing’, EMO Hannover 2025 highlights innovation, internationality, inspiration and the future

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Gaetano Lo Guzzo (Director Laser Business Europe, Mazak)

A laser focus

Established more than a century ago in Japan, Yamazaki Mazak (or Mazak) is a global

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

EC 665 Tiger helicopter at Paris Air Show 2025. Image: © Rémy Michelin.

Global defence markets

As the world faces growing conflict in regions such as the Middle East and Ukraine

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

UK Metals Expo 2024

UK Metals Expo show preview

We preview the UK Metals Expo, which is due to take place at the NEC

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

EMO Hannover 2023

EMO Hannover show preview

With its motto ‘Innovate Manufacturing’, EMO Hannover 2025 highlights innovation, internationality, inspiration and the future

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Gaetano Lo Guzzo (Director Laser Business Europe, Mazak)

A laser focus

Established more than a century ago in Japan, Yamazaki Mazak (or Mazak) is a global

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Artificial Intelligence (AI). Image Shutterstock.com.

How AI will shape business strategy

As businesses navigate the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), PwC's U.S. Chief AI Officer

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

EC 665 Tiger helicopter at Paris Air Show 2025. Image: © Rémy Michelin.

Global defence markets

As the world faces growing conflict in regions such as the Middle East and Ukraine

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

EMO Hannover 2023

EMO Hannover show preview

With its motto ‘Innovate Manufacturing’, EMO Hannover 2025 highlights innovation, internationality, inspiration and the future

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

NMIS and Renewable Parts (advanced manufacturing technology)

Global research projects

Airbus showcases hydrogen technologies

During the 2025 Airbus Summit in March, Airbus provided an update

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Dimeco rollformer on display at EuroBLECH 2024.

Roll forming in focus

Roll forming is considered a highly cost-effective way to produce robust, multi-functional shapes in large

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington

Gaetano Lo Guzzo (Director Laser Business Europe, Mazak)

A laser focus

Established more than a century ago in Japan, Yamazaki Mazak (or Mazak) is a global

Submitted by:

Sara Waddington