As part of the IF Digital Award 2025, selected companies will present their innovative digitalization solutions for the industry.
Here you can get an overview of the participants who are actively shaping the digital transformation in manufacturing with pioneering technologies and concepts.
ArcNC is a cloud-based software solution for the automated programming of welding robots. Using AI-driven algorithms, it identifies weld seams directly from CAD models. Based on this input, the software generates collision-free robot paths – including search movements and intermediate positions. Thanks to the intuitive user interface, programs can be created without any programming knowledge. Computationally intensive processes are executed in the cloud, eliminating the need for specialized hardware.
With the IBEDA Gas Control Unit (GCU) for controlling and monitoring gas manifold systems, uninterrupted supply of technical gases to production processes can be ensured. The supply is managed via automatic, semi-automatic, or manual switching systems. The digitalization and networking of gas supply systems in the Smart Factory, in line with Industry 4.0, offer significant advantages to ensure gas supply and create added value such as gas savings and maximum process reliability.
The new APC (Autogenous Process Control) Autoflame System from IHT Automation enables precise flame control and ensures optimum performance in every process step. Fully integrated control is achieved by seamlessly networking all stations. Information from the cutting process is exchanged with the CNC and the Smart Factory using IoT technologies. This means that the entire Oxy-Fuel cutting process is fully automated for the first time - a significant step towards digital production.
Thanks to their connection to the IndustryFusion-X open networking solution, the laser cutting machines in the MSE CubeFL series offer maximum transparency throughout the entire cutting process. The system is fully digitalised and can be interoperably integrated into a networked production environment.
This opens up new potential for innovative business models: the MSE CubeFL can already be provided as part of an equipment-as-a-service model. In the future, integration into shared production concepts will also enable maximum utilisation of the systems and thus a significant increase in efficiency.
The NF-GTS 500 is the world’s most compact air-cooled laser cleaning device with 500 watts of power – featuring intelligent digitalization and top-level safety. Weighing just 54 kg, it introduces cutting-edge mobility with innovative trajectory technology, a new cleaning head (103 mm scan width), and on-handle parameter adjustment. A specially developed safety concept with Keyence control, dual-circuit emergency stop, door contact monitoring, and smart distance sensors ensures maximum operational safety – digitally controlled and suitable for use anywhere.
Seabery is a technology leader in AR-based technical training. Its flagship solution, Soldamatic, is the world’s first augmented reality welding simulator, used in over 80 countries and across industries such as automotive, railway, shipbuilding, aerospace, and energy. The system reduces costs, risks, and emissions, while boosting efficiency and enabling certification-ready training with official content. Trusted by leading associations such as AWS, TWI, and DVS, Soldamatic includes official content for certification. Industry leaders including Siemens, Mercedes-Benz, Alstom, John Deere, Volkswagen, Babcock, and Rolls-Royce rely on Seabery to transform their industrial training.
SORPAS® is a leading industrial software for the digital optimisation of spot welding processes. Since its market launch in 2001 - with initial users such as VW, Mercedes and BMW in Germany - SORPAS® has established itself as the industry standard for numerous automotive manufacturers, steel producers and welding institutes worldwide. Digital welding optimisation with SORPAS® reduces time-consuming test series and minimises costly failed tests before the start of series production - saving up to 80 % in time and costs. With the continuous further development of digital twins, intelligent factories (‘smart factories’) are being realised and enable the precise and efficient production of high-quality welded joints.
The VR training programme from WEILER ABRASIVES modernises training in welding and cutting technology. In a realistic shipyard environment, users practise cutting, grinding and cleaning work with an angle grinder - equipped with virtual PPE. The simulation trains tool selection and posture, thereby increasing safety and efficiency. Real-time feedback and performance evaluations ensure practical results and promote the digital transformation of training.
XFLARE is revolutionising metalworking by combining welding and cutting processes on a compact, digitally networked platform. The system records process data completely and automatically - creating digital transparency for the first time in previously manual processes and a seamless connection to Industry 4.0. Pre-programmed parameters, an intuitive user interface and integrated 6-axis robotics ensure the highest and reproducible quality - from the first to the last component. XFLARE is immediately ready for use, flexibly scalable and demonstrably increases efficiency, quality and traceability.
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