The IMTEX Forming 2012 is one of the most important exhibitions for forming technology in Asia. From 19th to 24th January in 2012 the exhibition took place in Bangalore, India. The IMTEX is a huge marketplace with more than 400 exhibiting companies from all over the world. For I-H&S the IMTEX is of special importance because India has an upcoming economic power and is one of the fastest growing markets worldwide.Our Indian sales representatives organised a joint stand at IMTEX Forming 2012 with 9 German companies. In Europe or Germany a joint stand at a trade fair is unusual. But…

In Arnstorf, Bavaria, Ferrum Art produces amazing designed metal sculptures. All goods are created and manufactured in own production. Before being bended and welded the metal sheets are sliced by a laser cutting machine. If desired custom-made sculptures will be delivered in favoured colours. A few days ago I-H&S GmbH supplied a remoulded TRUMPF laser cutting machine L2530 to Ferrum Art. Our technicians installed the overhauled used machine in the production location in Arnstorf. They got an interesting insight into the creative work shop of Martin Bauer and Tobias Eder, CEO's of Ferrum Art. With its "new" TRUMPF laser cutting machine the likeable company is well…

Firstly we wish you a happy and healthy new year 2012! As we wrote in our last blog entry we want to present a detailed article about the non-profit organisation "Mother Teresa of Calcutta". In Christmas time 2011 I-H&S abstained from buying expensive presents. Instead, our management decided to donate the saved money to the Indian charity organisation.Our employee Jürgen Schnitzer, who is responsible for the sales of used TRUMPF machines in India, and his wife Ruth brought Mother Teresa of Calcutta Center (MTC) to our attention. The Schnitzer family supports the aid organisation for many years.Inspired by the social…

Another year is already drawing to a close and we look back to a successful and eventful time. Now the new year is on its way with new chances, ideas and plans. We are curious about what it will have in store for us and we will take up the challenges. We have to remember, however, that there are people that do not enjoy the standard of living that we do. As a small signal for that we decided to support the organization "Mother Theresa of Calcutta" instead of sending Christmas presents to our customers. This institution helps mothers and…

As it is customary in Christmas time, the annual Christmas event took place at I-H&S last Friday evening. As we are a big family all members are invited with their partners and children to meet "at home" for spending a lovely evening together. A part of our showroom for used TRUMPF machines was quickly turned to a festive ambience with a generous buffet, mobile cocktail bar and candle lights. After our junior manager Kewin Schad held a brief speech and reviewed a successful year 2011 the buffet was opened. Although the cocktail bar service started at 8pm all members were…