Under the motto “100 Years of GROB”, tradition met technological progress, and more than 4,000 visitors helped set a new record for this in-house exhibition. The 6,000 m² exhibition space offered them plenty of room to experience the full range of the GROB world. Trade visitors, customers, and partners gained exclusive insights into machines, processes, and digital solutions – live in action and accompanied by GROB experts who shared their know-how in a personal and practical manner.
The in-house exhibition featured over 40 machines, whose diversity reflected GROB’s technological advancements over the past decades: More than 30 universal machining centers demonstrated their capabilities, including in conjunction with modern automation systems such as robotic cells and rotary and linear pallet storage systems. In the field of machining technology, the 5-axis machining center G920F5 for mega- and giga-castings demonstrated the precise task of machining large-format components. In addition, a hairpin bending station showcased GROB’s expertise in electromobility, and the GROB Metal Printing machine GMP300 demonstrated what additive manufacturing of the future looks like.
Four selected special areas also showcased future markets that are currently gaining importance worldwide: semiconductor, aerospace & defense, energy technology, and die & mold. In addition, GROB offered insights into business areas such as humanoid robotics and drone technology for the first time at its in-house exhibition.
More than 70 plant tours through 14 production halls gave the numerous participants a firsthand look at the depth of vertical integration and precision with which GROB operates in Mindelheim. At the same time, more than 60 partner companies showcased their solutions in the fields of tooling, clamping systems, CAD/CAM simulation, and digital engineering.
A highlight of the anniversary trade show was the premiere of the new GP1350 5-axis portal milling machining center, with which GROB is opening a new chapter. “With the GP1350, we are launching our first portal machine and thereby entering a new era. The GP1350 is designed to meet the manufacturing demands of tomorrow: maximum flexibility, high precision, and uncompromising performance,” explained GROB CSO Christian Müller during the machine’s presentation.
The GRC-M60 robot cell and the GROB COSERA digital process control system marked two further firsts, showcasing what automated and networked manufacturing of the future will look like.
A particular highlight of the in-house exhibition was the #100GROB exhibition, which took visitors on a journey through a century of company history with original machines and historical documents. It vividly demonstrated how GROB evolved from a local machine tool manufacturer into the global technology leader it is today.
Many visitors went home feeling that they had been part of a special event. “The entire in-house exhibition was a highlight. Your company really stands out from the rest. Keep up the good work,” one visitor summed up.
The next opportunity to visit a GROB in-house exhibition in person has already been set: The 2027 in-house exhibition will take place from March 16 to 19, 2027 under the theme “Expert in Market Trends. Leader in Technology.”
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