9 – 12 March 2021 | Hanover, Germany
The EuroBLECH Digital Innovation Summit is a four-day online trading, networking and webinar event for professionals from the entire sheet metal working technology chain. Visitors can virtually meet relevant technology suppliers, watch informative product presentations, follow talks and webinars on current industry issues, and ultimately source the best technical solutions for their manufacturing processes.
Don't miss out on this opportunity: visitor participation is free and we are excited to have you join our new global digital event!
All visitor features explained in one short video
Virtual Presentations, Product Showcases and Exhibitor Directory
The Virtual Presentation Theatre features 15-minute exhibitor presentations on their latest product innovations and technologies, followed by a live Q&A session. Virtual Product Showcases create a virtual stand experience and allow visitors to explore new products and services in more detail. The Exhibitor Directory offers an easy starting point to browse the full EuroBLECH exhibitor list. A simple click leads to further exhibitor information, including product showcases, product videos, contact information, and more.
Matchmaking and Networking
A new matchmaking system powered by the latest AI technology helps suppliers and buyers make smart networking decisions by suggesting relevant people to meet. Participants can tailor their networking activities by requesting and pre-scheduling their meetings before the event. Arranging for a meeting is very easy and intuitive, with no third-party software required.
EuroBLECH Daily Webinars
A daily programme of webinars by industry experts provides an opportunity to gain useful insights into the latest market developments as well as technical expertise concerning new industry applications and solutions. A special series with focus on the sheet metal working industry in key geographical areas offers an in-depth analysis on the current challenges and strategies to adapt to the Covid-19 pandemic. All webinars feature short presentations, followed by a live Q&A session.
Digitalisation and the Smart Factory of the Future
This session focuses on the digital future of sheet metal working: digitalisation in manufacturing, digital laser solutions and many more. Companies featured are Bystronic Laser AG, Eckelmann, IBM, Laserline GmbH and TRUMPF Group. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
China Sheet Metal Working Industry after Covid 19
This session features insights from China and how the sheet metal working industry is coping with the aftermath of the Covid 19 pandemic. Companies presenting in this session include Bystronic China, China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Machinery & Electronic Products, Han's Laser and Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
Digitalisation – Machine-To-Machine Communication
Machine-To-Machine Communication is the focal point of this session – and how manufacturing companies can implement the latest technologies in Industry 4.0. Companies featured in this session are EWM AG, Mitaş Endüstri San. Tic. A.Ş. as well as ProCom GmbH. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
Automation – Latest Automation Technologies in Sheet Metal Working
Automation in sheet metal working – an important topic for companies dealing with the shortage of skilled workers. The latest trends in robotics and laser tube cutting for mass production will feature in this session. Companies presenting are AUTOCAM GmbH, Hans Weber Maschinenfabrik GmbH, Yamazaki Mazak UK Ltd as well as J. Schmalz GmbH. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
Forming Technology for Improved Design
This session puts a spotlight on forming technology – press hardened steel for automotive applications, the press shop of the future, bainitic steels and much more. Companies featured in this session are Coşkunöz Holding, Fibro GmbH, thyssenkrupp Hohenlimburg GmbH as well as WBM Staalservice. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
Separation Technology – Latest Cutting Technologies – Plasma, Laser, Waterjet and more!
This session concentrates on the latest trends in cutting and separation technologies: plasma, laser, waterjet technologies will be presented. Companies featured in this session are Ekowa GmbH, Finepart Sweden AB, Messer Cutting Systems GmbH and TRUMPF Group. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
Trends for the Future – Joining and Forming Technology (in German)
The European Research Association for Sheet Metal Working and its research partners will provide an exclusive insight into future trends in sheet metal working. The webinar will be held in German. The heads of the Institute of Forming Technology and Forming Machines, Hanover, and the Laboratory for Materials and Joining Technology, Paderborn, will present new developments in sustainability and digitalisation. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
Process Optimisation – How to Increase Efficiency and Productivity
This session will focus on process optimisation, increasing productivity and manufacturing more efficiently. Companies presenting in this session are: Cenit AG, DEMAG Cranes, Eisenwerk Würth GmbH, Kočevar d.o.o., LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen and Prima Power. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer questions from the audience.
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