The item Machining Tool – the fastest route to the finished profile
Thanks to the new online tool, profile technology and the corresponding connection processing [...]
A bike, child carrier and logistics workhorse in one
How a clever idea and the benefits of our building kit systems come [...]
item goes green
How one employee in China is supplying his colleagues with fresh fruit and [...]
Going oval for a more rounded ride
Engineers have been continuously developing the humble bicycle for near on 200 years, [...]
Three things you should know about Industry 4.0
Whether you’re a newcomer to the subject or want to refresh your memory, [...]
Shanghai Tower: The secret to its stability
The Shanghai Tower is the second-tallest building in the world, after the Burj [...]
The smallest car wash in the world
A chic black sports car enters the car wash – and a world [...]
Retrofitting – making the old new again
When a plant becomes outmoded or faulty, buying a whole new one isn’t [...]
Production and logistics under one roof
The new sales and production centre in Solingen gives item even more flexibility [...]
A multipurpose assembly work bench
How Lenkering GmbH found an innovative solution to a long-standing problem. Custom assembly [...]
An innovative sewing machine for the aerospace industry
It is no secret that German SMEs enjoy an enviable reputation worldwide for [...]
Rapid prototyping with 3D printing
Complex structures and entire objects appear as if from nothing – 3D printing [...]
Made from sand
How two engineers from Thuringia want to create affordable homes in developing countries [...]
Pioneering vinyl pressing
How Irmler GmbH is breathing new life into the record pressing market. Good [...]
Ergonomics at the work bench – what Industry 4.0 has in store
The consequences of the digital revolution for work bench ergonomics are as many [...]
European XFEL – the world’s largest X-ray laser
How cleanroom technology is supporting one of today’s most important research projects. Deep [...]
Atticus robot: Aluminium electric cars for the mass market
Electric cars are increasingly becoming an everyday, environmentally friendly solution for mobility in [...]
„Ni hao, Qingdao!“ – item in China
How item is moving the biggest mechanical engineering market in the world. Following [...]
Art at item – supporting young talent and exploring a passion for collecting
It was 23 September and the big day had arrived – up-and-coming artists [...]
Trade fair(s) with the big players – Directech gets started
How the up-and-coming talent from our South African partner made a big impression [...]
Internships at Directech: A new opportunity
Interns at our South African partner company learn important lessons for their work [...]
