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The trade fair concept expands the tried and tested elements but also breaks new ground. The latest trend topics are presented in the GrindingSolutionPark Science and in the Startup Hub. It is important to include smaller companies and start-ups in the industry get-together. This is why the Startup Hub was created, offering ideal conditions for innovative companies. For the first time, there will also be a joint stand for Swiss companies. This market is particularly important for grinding technology, and its exhibitors will now have the opportunity to get a taster of the GrindingHub and present their products and services to the visitors under their national banner.
A further focal point will be on digitalization in production. This includes a further live demonstration of umati, the joint interoperability initiative of the VDW and VDMA for global data connectivity. Numerous exhibitors will be connected to the umati dashboard and will be recognizable by the distinctive sticker on their machines.
The supporting program is rounded off by the Specialist Forum (Fachforum) on Stand E80 in Hall 10, which provides a platform for exhibitor presentations of all kinds. Companies will be giving live, 20-minute presentations, informing the audience at first-hand about what's new in the world of grinding technology.
GrindingHub is keen to address the needs of the next generation and emphasize how it is combatting the shortage of skilled workers and promoting young talent with the "Grinder of the Year" competition. It will put the theoretical knowledge and practical grinding skills of young talents from Germany, Austria and Switzerland to the test. Also to be won, alongside the "Grinder of the Year" 2024 title itself, are training vouchers of up to 3,500 euros in value. The finalists from the preliminary round will then demonstrate their skills live during the GrindingHub in Stuttgart.
The exhibitors will be coming from a total of 31 countries – eight more than last time. The top five, headed by Germany (210 companies), also includes Switzerland (62), China (43), Italy (37) and Japan (15). Accordingly, the VDW is expecting an increase in the number of visitors from Asia now that the coronavirus-related restrictions have been lifted there.
The exhibitors are spread across 40 sectors, from grinding, polishing and honing equipment through to cylindrical and non-cylindrical grinding machines, cooling and lubrication. In the grinding, polishing and honing products segment, the organizers have registered almost 120 percent growth. The top 5 sectors include cylindrical and non-cylindrical grinding machines, grinding machines for the cutting and machining of tools, machines for lapping, polishing and honing as well as surface grinding machines.
GrindingHub 2024 Exhibition Coverage
1. Grinding tools, abrasives and dressing technology: general and superabrasives, tool system dressing tools, dressing machines, blanks for tool production, diamond tools for tool production, etc.
2. Grinding Machines: Cylindrical grinding machines, surface grinding machines, profile grinding machines, jig grinding machines, grinding/polishing/honing machines, other grinding machines, cut-off grinding machines, second-hand grinding machines and refurbished grinding machines, etc.
3. Tool processing systems: tool and cutter grinding machines, saw blade grinding machines, EDM machines for tool production, laser machines for tool production, other systems for tool production.
4. Machine accessories, clamping and control: mechanical components, hydraulic and pneumatic components, clamping technology, control systems, etc.
5. Measuring and inspection equipment: measuring instruments and sensors, measuring and inspection equipment, image processing, process monitoring, accessories for measuring and inspection equipment, etc.
6. Peripheral equipment and process technology: cooling and lubrication, lubricants and cutting fluids, coolant disposal and treatment, safety and environmental protection, balancing systems, storage/transportation/handling automation, coating systems and surface protection, labeling equipment, workpiece cleaning systems, tool packaging, other workpiece handling systems, workshop accessories and so on.
7. Software and services: engineering and design software, production planning and control software, equipment operation software, quality control software, engineering services, production and product development services, and so on
Grinding technology as a crucial component in the global manufacturing industry
Grinding is a key metalworking process that comes at the end of almost every process chain, ensuring a precise surface finish and dimensional accuracy. Accordingly, grinding technology plays a decisive role in determining the durability and functionality of a wide range of end products. Grinding technology is also particularly important for energy efficiency as a result of lower energy losses, and for environmental friendliness due to the reduced emissions.
The total volume of global machine tool production amounted to 80.4 billion euros in 2022. Grinding technology accounted for around 7 percent of this, at 5.5 billion euros. The production volume has thus increased by 14.9 percent compared to the previous year, although the share has remained almost the same.
China, Germany and Japan are among the most prolific producers. Almost a third of all grinding machines are manufactured in Germany, Switzerland or Austria. What is striking is that almost half of all grinding machines are manufactured in Asia. This means that the region plays a special role as a global producer. When it comes to grinding, honing, lapping and polishing machines, however, the largest markets are China, the US and Germany. In 2023, the Chinese sales market was of particular interest for German exports, taking first place by a clear margin, followed by the US and Italy. The largest suppliers for the German market included Switzerland, the Czech Republic and China. Asia accounted for more than half of the global market in 2022. This region therefore has the highest demand for grinding machines in the world, ahead of Europe and America.
Moresuperhard's Participation in Grindinghub 2024
The GrindingHub is an international trade fair for grinding technology that creates new opportunities for international exchanges and addresses current technical and strategic market issues. Moresuperhard will be on site to share the event and to discuss and learn about more efficient grinding technology. If you would like to know more about the exhibition and our participation in this grand expo, please feel free to contact us!
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