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We are excited to announce our upcoming Advanced Forming Technologies Symposium, taking place in September 2026. This event aims to establish a comprehensive platform that brings together leading experts across all major metallurgical disciplines—with a special emphasis on Press-Hardened Steel (PHS), aluminium hot forming, forging, and cold forming.

Our vision is to create an inspiring and efficient environment where OEMs, Tier suppliers, material specialists, equipment manufacturers and faculties can connect, exchange knowledge, and spark innovation.

Through high-quality technical presentations and open dialogue, we aim to foster new ideas and strengthen collaboration across the industry.

At this exclusive industry event, you’ll gain the insights and tools you need to succeed in tomorrow’s car body production landscape:

• Learn from leading experts about the latest materials, production methods, and machinery
• Discover how AI and automation are redefining manufacturing standards
• Get inspired by real-world success stories and breakthrough innovations
• Connect with top decision-makers, engineers, and suppliers
• Stay ahead in a time of disruption – and turn change into competitive advantage
  

The industry faces rising cost pressures, growing sustainability demands and increasing component complexity. This symposium offers a valuable platform to share solutions, spark new approaches, and shape the next generation of manufacturing technologies.

Who Should Attend?

OEMs, suppliers, production managers, engineers, R&D teams, automation specialists, and anyone shaping the future of automotive manufacturing.

Lecture by Fraunhofer IZFP:

''Intelligent Sensor- and Monitoring Systems - The Smart Solution for Improving Future Process Stability and Product Quality'' I Christian Conrad & Thorsten Müller