Intertool Austria Wels – Trade fair for manufacturing

The Intertool Austria Wels trade fair is a trade fair for manufacturing and industrial production technologies. Mechanical engineers, tool manufacturers, suppliers and users from industry and commerce meet in Wels to present the latest developments in metalworking, automation and production optimisation. The event is aimed at a technical audience and is considered an important industry meeting place in Austria. Wels has a strong industrial character and is located in the economically important central region of Upper Austria. The Intertool Austria Wels trade fair benefits from this location structure and brings together offers for companies from the mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, energy and plant engineering sectors.

Machine tools and machining

A central focus of the Intertool Austria Wels trade fair is on machine tools and machining technologies. Manufacturers present CNC lathes, milling centres and machining centres for different performance requirements. Precision, process stability and energy efficiency are decisive criteria here. Typical exhibition segments include:

• CNC turning and milling machines
• 5-axis machining centres
• Tools for machining and forming
• Clamping technology and measurement technology
• Cooling and lubrication solutions

Automation and Industry 4.0

In addition to traditional machines, the focus is on the networking of production processes. The Intertool Austria Wels trade fair addresses topics such as Industry 4.0, robotics and data-based production control. Automated material flows and flexible production cells are gaining in importance, especially for smaller batch sizes. The main topics discussed are:

• Robot integration in machining processes
• Digital process monitoring
• Predictive maintenance
• Networked production systems

Additive processes and hybrid technologies

Another topic at the Intertool Austria Wels trade fair is additive manufacturing. 3D printing processes for metal components complement traditional machining techniques. Hybrid machines that combine additive and subtractive processes open up new design possibilities. Additive processes are particularly suitable for complex geometries and lightweight components. At the same time, they place new demands on material quality and process control. The trade fair offers insights into practical applications and economic conditions.

Skilled Workforce, training and knowledge transfer

The shortage of skilled workers is also a relevant issue in mechanical engineering. The Intertool Austria Wels trade fair therefore integrates training and further education opportunities. Technical schools, universities and training providers present programmes for young professionals and specialised skilled workers. The exchange between industry and educational institutions supports the transfer of knowledge. Modern manufacturing requires interdisciplinary skills – from machine operation and programming to data analysis.

Wels as an industrial location

Wels is easily accessible and offers a modern trade fair infrastructure. Companies from Austria and neighbouring countries use the Intertool Austria Wels trade fair as a platform for investment decisions and market observation. The regional proximity to core industrial sectors reinforces the importance of the event. Compared to leading global trade fairs, the event remains focused on the Central European market. It is precisely this concentration that enables intensive technical discussions and practical demonstrations. Intertool Austria Wels – Trade Fair for Manufacturing stands for a specialised format that brings together machine tools, automation and additive technologies in Wels. The event offers a structured overview of developments that are having a lasting impact on production processes in industry and commerce.

Further information can be found on the organiser's website: www.intertool.at