FACE TO FACE
Left and opposite : LVD ’ s busy stand at Blechexpo / Schweisstec in Stuttgart , Germany , from 7-10 November 2023 .
“ LVD ’ s Group Marketing Director , Matt Fowles , discusses new technology launches , sheet metal market trends and challenges .”
FEEDING THE FLOW
At this November ’ s Blechexpo / Schweisstec trade show in Germany , LVD Group launched a new panel bending range as well as new laser cutting technology and software .
LVD is a leading manufacturer of sheetmetalworking equipment including lasercutting systems , punch presses , pressbrakes , guillotine shears and automation systems , integrated to and supported by its CADMAN ® software suite . LVD Industry- 4.0-ready products and technology are geared towards smart manufacturing .
With its global headquarters in Gullegem , Belgium , LVD Group operates production facilities in Belgium ; the U . S .; Italy ; Slovakia and China . It has dedicated offices , and over 1000 employees , as well as direct representation in 47 countries . The familyowned business has , for the sixth consecutive year , been named one of ‘ Belgium ’ s Best Managed Companies ’ by Deloitte Private , Econopolis and KU Leuven . The designation recognizes privately-owned Belgian firms that translate a clear strategy , strong capabilities and employee engagement into strong financial results .
At this November ’ s Blechexpo / Schweisstec trade show in Stuttgart , Germany , LVD Group introduced a host of new technology and software launches . ISMR caught up with LVD ’ s Group Marketing Director , Matt Fowles , on its booth at the exhibition to discuss these new developments and gauge his views on sheet metal market trends , processes and challenges .
Launch of panel bending range
A major news announcement at LVD ’ s booth was the addition of panel benders to its
Matt Fowles , Marketing Director , LVD Group , holds a panel bent on the new PB- 21 / 12 automatic panel bender .
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