The Productronics Department, with more than 100 members, covers the entire process chain of electronics manufacturing, from design and crystal pulling to optical and electrical inspection.
Our member companies enable innovations in the electronics industry with their machines and systems. They are part of a global industry that allows electronics manufacturers to produce high-tech products in large quantities and to offer them at competitive prices. As a specialist department, we are the voice for German electronics mechanical engineering in public, politics and research. We offer members information, communication and networking from cross-thematic annual events to specialised working group meetings.
We welcome you to join our Guided Tours on Battery Production Equipement at The Battery Show Europe. The largest advanced battery and H/EV technology event in Europe, happening 3-5 June 2025 at Messe Stuttgart in Stuttgart, Germany.
Meet the European Battery Innovators for an expo focused on exploring the latest developments and innovations in automotive, materials, energy storage, and advanced battery technology.
The Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC) brings together experts from industry and research to discuss advances and innovations in battery technology for the automotive sector
The Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC) brings together experts from industry and research to discuss advances and innovations in battery technology for the automotive sector
The Chinese mechanical equipment industry becomes increasingly competitive and expands into third markets, including the EU. These export activities are significantly supported by the Chinese administration and this development poses new challenges for European mechanical equipment manufacturers. What could be effective responses to this trend?
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