MTDCNC Begins Exclusive Visit to SMW-AUTOBLOK Spannsysteme GmbH in Germany

By Tom Skubala


Monday 8 June 2026, 2:58:57 PM


Germany – MTDCNC’s Tom Skubala and Chris Thomas have kicked off an exciting visit to SMW-AUTOBLOK Spannsysteme GmbH, gaining an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s leading manufacturers of workholding technology.

Joined by Larry Robbins from the SMW Autoblok Group, the team spent the first day touring the German facility and exploring the advanced engineering, manufacturing processes, and innovative technologies that have helped establish SMW-AUTOBLOK as a global leader in the workholding sector.

The comprehensive tour provided valuable insight into the design, production, and quality processes behind the company’s extensive range of solutions, highlighting the expertise and precision that underpin SMW-AUTOBLOK’s reputation worldwide.

“We’ve had an incredible first day,” said Tom Skubala of MTDCNC. “It’s been fascinating to see the level of engineering excellence, innovation, and attention to detail that goes into every stage of production. The opportunity to learn more about the people, technology, and processes behind the brand has been invaluable.”

MTDCNC would like to extend a special thank you to Alexandra Bernhard and Marcel König for their warm welcome, outstanding hospitality, and detailed insight into the operation.

The visit continues with a second day of filming and interviews, where the MTDCNC team will be speaking with key members of the SMW-AUTOBLOK team to explore the company’s history, innovations, and vision for the future of manufacturing.

Exclusive video content from the visit will be released soon across MTDCNC’s digital platforms, offering viewers a unique look inside one of the industry’s most respected workholding manufacturers.



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