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Krenn looking to the future with new division

solutions for all kinds of cutting problems. innovative cutting devices for the most diverse applications are developed in conjunction with the customer. “For our customers, the acquisition of the Kamax business unit means top service from a single source,” said Krenn owner and managing director Albert Krenn. “The acqusition will strengthen our company’s development department, production and sales, and secure additional jobs, ensuring the company’s success in the long term.” Werkzeugfabrik Albert Krenn, based in neusäss in Bavaria, Germany, produces high quality special tools and devices to cut steel wire, chains and wire ropes (manually, electro-hydraulically, pneumatically or powered by battery), while also offering an extensive range of accessories. With a diverse range of steel cutters, Krenn is dedicated to the wire production and processing industry, the precast industry and the building trade. Werkzeugfabrik Albert Krenn eK – Germany Website : www.krenn.de

WerKZeUGFABriK Albert Krenn has acquired the steel cutter and testing press division from Kamax Tools & equipment Gmbh & co KG, based in homberg, Germany, in a move that will place the company in an even better position to face the future. From 1 st May 2015, all orders and repairs for Kamax products have been processed by Krenn, a traditional Bavarian company that has established itself on the international market as a specialist in cutting steel. The acquisition has enabled Krenn to significantly expand its product range with cutting tools for all requirements. Kamax, founded in 1935, produces high-strength fasteners for the automotive industry. Since 1954 it has also developed and produced high-quality hydraulic cutters and straighteners along with testing presses that perform compression tests on wire. With their strength and durability, the Kamax products fit perfectly into the demanding Krenn product range, expanding it to the advantage of customers.

Krenn and Kamax customers can now be served more effectively, with devices, consultation and repair service provided from one single source. Werkzeugfabrik Albert Krenn has made its mark with its extensive product range and its flexible ▲ The hydraulic press in twin-installation Z 100/Z 160 for a simple and safe shearing and compressing of wire samples

CabWire Wor ld Conference 2015 3 N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 5 Congress Center Düsseldorf, Germany 7 th biennial cable and wire technical conference

Congress Center Düsseldorf Tuesday, 3 November 2015

A non-profit technical conference organised by key industry associations, and at €175 per delegate offers incredible value for money – an unrivalled opportunity to learn about the latest industry innovations.

INTERNATIONAL WIRE&MACHINERY ASSOCIATION IWMA 7 REASONS why you need to be there: • Packed ferrous and non-ferrous programmes by industry leaders • High quality keynote speakers • Table top exhibition • Evening reception – an excellent opportunity to network • Backed by leading industry organisations • Tour of a major industrial plant to see the latest technology in action • A world-class venue in the world centre of the wire industry

CabWire 2015 has an impressive list of world-class speakers in ferrous and non-ferrous fields, headed by Dr Klaus Probst recently retired Chief Executive Officer, President and Head of Wire & Cable Division of Leoni AG and presentations from companies including SAMPSpa (Italy); Maschinenfabrik Niehoff GmbH & Co KG (Germany); SICME Italia Implanti (Italy); Sikora AG (Germany); De Montfort Leicester University, School of Engineering and Sustainable Development (UK); NV Bekaert SA (Belgium); FMS Force Measuring Systems AG (Switzerland); and Ceeco Bartell Products (Canada).

To register or for more information visit www.cabwire.com C.E.T INTERNATIONAL WIRE&MACHINERY ASSOCIATION IWMA EDUCATIONAL TRUST FUND IWMA

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