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.

With 1,256 exhibitors from 38 countries, 40,103 visitors and nine busy halls, Blechexpo/Schweisstec 2023 was an international showcase for innovation and customer benefits in sheet metal and metal processing. Its central themes revolved around automation; sustainability; energy efficiency; skilled labour shortages; higher productivity; employee protection and customer service.

Image caption: LVD’s Group Marketing Director, Matt Fowles, at Blechexpo/Schweisstec 2023.