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Precision Tools
VDMA Precision Tools is the information and networking platform for manufacturers of cutting tools and clamping technology as well as toolmakers.

We represent the technical and economic interests of around 170 member companies. With about 57,000 employees, the precision tool industry is one of the largest branches of mechanical engineering. Its export share of production is over 45 percent. We see ourselves as a service provider for our members and as the voice of the precision tool industry. We observe current market developments and organise standardisation work together with experts from the companies.

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Schmalkalde Tool Conference 2025

Schmalkalde Tool Conference 2025

  • Precision Tools
  • Industry dialog
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Wed. 11.03.26 Wed. 11.03.26

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  • Standardization Department
  • Precision Tools
Standardization" working group

We cordially invite you to the next meeting of the VDMA-PWZ working group "Standardization".

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Thu. 12.03.26 Fri. 13.03.26

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VDMA European Summit 2026 - Engineering the Future

The third VDMA European Summit 2026 goes to Bella Italia. Look forward to interesting topics and excellent networking opportunities and don't miss THE meeting of the European machinery and equipment manufacturing industry.

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Wed. 25.03.26 Wed. 25.03.26

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  • Precision Tools
ECTA Presidents & Secretaries Meeting

We are pleased to invite you to the next ECTA Presidents & Secretaries Meeting on 25th March 2026 from 10:00 - 11:30 hrs / CET (online).

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Industry knowledge
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  • ● 3500 Companies
  • ● 35 Trade Associations

VDMA is the largest network organization and an important voice for the machinery and equipment manufacturing industry ​​​​​​in Germany and Europe.
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Largest industrial employer:

  • ● 1,2 million employees in Germany
  • ● 3 million employees in EU-27
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Innovative strength:

  • ● 9 percent of total German R&D expenditure
  • ● 18 billion euros spent on innovation per year
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Technologies for climate protection:

  • ● Mechanical and plant engineering can save 86 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions
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Industrial strength:

  • ● 255 billion euros in sales in Germany
  • ● 870 billion euros in sales in the EU