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Artificial Intelligence

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Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence and machine learning. At VDMA, there are already many organizational units that are examining the topic more closely. Here, you can gain some insight into all the activities that the VDMA is conducting on the topic of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.

In addition, you will find information on new publications and guidelines, events and working groups, as well as other useful tips for your company.

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AI delivers great benefits for plastics recycling

Interview on the road to K 2025 with Dietmar Dieing, Vice President Sales Plast at Sesotec GmbH

AI in the company

In the exchange of experiences, the topic of AI in the company was discussed from safe application to strategic implementation.

The use of AI is meant to improve user-friendliness

Interview on the road to K 2025 with Timo Horn, Head of Operational Services in Extrusion Technology at Hans Weber Maschinenfabrik GmbH

AI day at KEBA on 01.07.2025

On July 1, 2025, VDMA Austria held an AI practical day at the KEBA Group in Linz, which attracted a great deal of interest with over 70 participants.

Smart scheduling - optimizing dynamic production planning with AI

How to introduce AI-based planning systems: from identifying suitable use cases and creating digital foundations to designing agile and human-centered innovation processes.

Trends in production technology for the automotive / supplier industry

The transformation of the automotive industry is changing the demands placed on machine tools and production technology. Topics such as automation, digitalization and artificial intelligence are shaping developments.

drinktec TOP Theme: Data2Value

The ongoing digital transformation is helping companies to improve existing value propositions and develop new ones.

50 percent less cleaning time thanks to smart soiling sensor

With the "AJCsens", the Fraunhofer IVV presents a smart spray cleaning system for demand-oriented tank cleaning, which offers a forward-looking answer to the constantly increasing pressure on time and resources thanks to its high savings potential.

Reliable inline cleaning monitoring for pipelines

The oscillating quartz-based sensor technology CoControl-QCM enables reliable inline detection of a wide variety of contaminants, such as product deposits, biofilms and crystalline fouling.

CoControl-FouliQ - Predictive detection of fouling in heat exchangers

The AI-supported monitoring system makes it possible to predictively detect fouling during the production process. This makes it particularly suitable for the production process of high-protein products such as yoghurt drinks or milk-based mixed drinks.

VDMA regulatory cockpit - exclusive for you as a member!

The VDMA regulatory cockpit provides you with a central, practical overview of current and upcoming regulations. It helps you identify relevant information at an early stage, evaluate it strategically, and derive concrete measures.

AI competence in companies

In a FAQ, the EU Commission has clarified what the AI Regulation (AI Act) means by AI competence and what obligations apply to the operators of AI systems.

GenAI implementation progress highest in IT

As part of the online event "Generative AI - Identifying potential, seizing opportunities", a survey was conducted among participants on 29.04.25 to obtain an up-to-date picture of the current mood.

AI in industry - examples and suggestions from practice

A new VDMA white paper uses case studies to show how artificial intelligence is already being used in processes, products and business models in mechanical and plant engineering.

AI in industry - examples and suggestions from practice

The new VDMA white paper uses case studies to show how artificial intelligence is already being used in processes, products and business models.

Mastering challenges in NRW - securing the future

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QM Corner: Focus on AI and data protection

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"Seizing the opportunities of industrial AI"

The EU's action plan emphasizes the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence. There is a lot of potential for AI, especially in industrial applications. Small-scale regulations must not stand in the way of this.

"Good partnerships for open markets"

In turbulent times, good trade relations are just as important as innovation. With the guest country Canada and the focus on the use of artificial intelligence in production, Hannover Messe 2025 has set the right signals.

2nd edition of the VDMA FAQ on the AI Act available

The AI Act entered into force 2 August 2024. A VDMA FAQ document was prepared together with the law firm FPS to provide non-binding guidance, now available as 2nd edition.

Artificial intelligence for greater profitability in mechanical engineering

A new study shows: The targeted use of Generative Artificial Intelligence can increase the profit margin in mechanical and plant engineering by up to 10.7 percentage points. This corresponds to an additional profit of 28 billion euros.

EU Commission publishes guidelines on prohibited AI systems

On February 4, 2025, the EU Commission published guidelines to provide an overview of the AI systems that have been banned in the EU since this February.

Digitale Lösungen im und für den Maschinen- und Anlagenbau

Erleben Sie am 08.-09. Mai 2025 in Wien spannende Vorträge und Podiumsdiskussionen zu Digitalisierungslösungen im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau.

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AI plows along
Two things make the agricultural machinery manufacturer Amazone more successful than some of its larger competitors: The Hasbergen-based company thinks in terms of overall agronomic processes and still leaves some fields to others.
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Events

Events

Wed. 03.09.25 Wed. 03.09.25

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  • Artificial Intelligence

The web seminar "AI Solutions for Mechanical Engineering - Process Optimization" will take place on 1 September 2025. The event is part of a series of web seminars covering various key topics relating to AI.

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Thu. 18.09.25 Thu. 18.09.25

  • Industrie 4.0
  • Baden-Wuerttemberg

The digital transformation is opening up new ways for industrial companies to create value - particularly through digital and AI-supported business models. Permanent sources of income via subscription models and digital services promise great potential, but pose considerable challenges, particularly for medium-sized mechanical and plant engineering companies.

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Thu. 25.09.25 Thu. 25.09.25

  • Industrie 4.0
  • Baden-Wuerttemberg

Our event showcases the latest technological developments and practical applications - from model-based simulation and integration into automation systems to the use of real-time data. Practical reports highlight the application areas of engineering (including virtual commissioning), training and after-sales service.

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Tue. 30.09.25 Tue. 30.09.25

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  • Central

Please make a note of the date today. As soon as the agenda has been finalized and the invitation has been sent out, you can register for the event. If you would like to receive the agenda directly by e-mail and thus be informed via the registration function, please ask Ms. Struck to add you to the invitation mailing list.

Please make a note of the date today. As soon as the agenda has been finalized and the invitation has been sent out, you can register for the event. If you would like to receive the agenda directly by e-mail and thus be informed via the registration function, please ask Ms. Struck to add you to the invitation mailing list.

Wed. 12.11.25 Thu. 13.11.25

  • Gearboxes
  • Digitalization & Industrie 4.0
  • Drive Components
  • Digital Transformation
  • Power Transmission Engineering
  • Congresses, conferences, information days
  • Artificial Intelligence

Digitalization and AI: Driving Innovation in Gear Production? Listen to lectures from 12 - 13 November in Aachen from: Flender, GKN Driveline, Scania, SEW Eurodrive, Kapp Niles and many more.

Digitalization and AI: Driving Innovation in Gear Production? Listen to lectures from 12 - 13 November in Aachen from: Flender, GKN Driveline, Scania, SEW Eurodrive, Kapp Niles and many more.

Groups & working groups

Groups & working groups

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Digitalization & Industrie 4.0 Working Group

Machine Learning Expert Group

Among other things, the VDMA committee develops use cases on the topic of machine learning.

Deputy Managing Director VDMA Software and Digitalization; Coordinator Competence Network Artificial Intelligence

Reimann, Guido

More VDMA services

More VDMA services
Conveying knowledge about artificial intelligence
This summarized overview of relevant online courses and helpful sources of information on the topic of AI makes it easy to start building knowledge.

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Searching for an AI startup
The VDMA's Startup Radar helps navigate the global startup scene - it lists more than 3,000 young companies that are of relevance to the mechanical engineering industry. This also includes many AI startups.

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Expert Group Machine Learning
The aim of the expert group is to develop aids and guidelines for the mechanical engineering industry, to promote the exchanging of experience and to draft political statements.
Overview of consulting services on digitalization and Industry 4.0
The digital competence overview for the mechanical and plant engineering industry on the consulting services offered by software manufacturers. This enables companies to find the right entry point to address their particular questions.
Software Sector Guide
The service overview for the mechanical and plant engineering industry covering the products and services offered by industry-oriented software companies, including those related to AI/Machine Learning.

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