Reports

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NASA's “Perseverance” rover, which continues to explore Jezero Crater on Mars, incorporates constant force springs manufactured by John Evans' Sons, part of the global Lesjöfors network. © Lesjöfors

 
22/10/2026 – Spring manufacturing

Spring manufacturing

NASA returns to spring manufacturer for second Mars rover programme

Components manufactured by John Evans' Sons, part of the global Lesjöfors network, are currently operating on both of NASA's active Mars rovers following ... By  Jörg Dambock
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With real-time OD measurement now embedded directly in the CV tube, Belden has significantly reduced waste and improved throughput. © Zumbach

 
21/10/2026 – Quality management

Quality management

Belden reduces scrap materials and production costs

Belden Inc. is a global leader in signal transmission and networking solutions for industrial automation, enterprise, and broadcast markets. With a rich ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Today, BB Spring Technology is the only Italian manufacturer developing machines capable of processing wire diameters of up to 25mm. © BB Spring

 
20/10/2026 – Coiling the future

Coiling the future

Carrying forward an italian engineering legacy

From the first mechanical spring coilers to today’s CNC technology, BB Spring Technology continues a tradition of innovation that began more than seventy ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Final drawing line. © Lämnea

 
14/10/2026 – Wire manufacture

Wire manufacture

Integrated solutions for welding wire production

Increasing quality requirements and ever more complex production processes call for efficient production concepts. Lämneå Bruk addresses these challenges ... by Ann Kathrin Hassenburs
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The next generation of the Eder family is already raring to go. © Eder

 
08/10/2026 – Eder Engineering-Austria celebrates its 80th anniversary

Eder Engineering-Austria celebrates its 80th anniversary

Requirements change, but the goal remains the same

Founded in 1946, Eder Engineering-Austria is now celebrating its 80th anniversary and has long been recognised as a pioneer and technology leader in supplying ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Photo of the research and development laboratory. Machine tool with a Femto laser. © Nota

 
06/10/2026 – Wire drawing / tools

Wire drawing / tools

A revolution in PCD die production technology

Traditional PCD die production technology relies on a sequential combination of laser processing (nano or picosecond laser) or electrical discharge machining ... By  Jörg Dambock
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PCD blanks of different sizes, self-supported and with tungsten carbide ring. © Redies

 
02/10/2026 – Wire drawing / tools

Wire drawing / tools

Synthetic diamond products and tools from one source

Since 2007, Redies has been offering synthetic diamond products under the “MANT” brand name. Customers benefit greatly from the fact that materials science ... by Ferdinand Kießling