MTDCNC Continues Exclusive SMW-AUTOBLOK Visit with Day Two of Filming and Industry Insights
By Tom Skubala
Germany – Day two of MTDCNC’s visit to SMW-AUTOBLOK Spannsysteme GmbH has concluded, with cameras rolling throughout the day as the team continued its in-depth exploration of one of the manufacturing industry’s leading workholding and automation specialists.
Tom Skubala and Chris Thomas spent the day with Marcel König and Larry Robbins, learning more about the history and evolution of the SMW Autoblok Group, the company’s unique position within the manufacturing sector, and the innovative solutions it delivers to customers worldwide.
Discussions focused on what differentiates SMW-AUTOBLOK in a highly competitive market, the challenges facing modern manufacturers, and the role the company is playing in shaping the future of production through advanced workholding, automation, and engineering excellence.
A highlight of the day was an exclusive technology tour led by Larry Robbins, who showcased a range of innovative products and automation solutions. The demonstrations provided a fascinating insight into technologies that many engineers may never have encountered, reinforcing SMW-AUTOBLOK’s commitment to innovation and its philosophy of staying “Always a Step Ahead.”
The content captured during the visit will form part of a series of upcoming MTDCNC features, giving audiences around the world an inside look at the technologies, people, and expertise driving the business forward.
While Germany has provided an impressive start to the journey, it is only the first chapter of a wider road trip. Additional factory visits, technology showcases, and industry stories are still to come as the MTDCNC team continues its travels across Europe.
MTDCNC would also like to extend a sincere thank you to Alexandra Bernhard for her exceptional support throughout the visit. Her efforts behind the scenes in coordinating the schedule and ensuring everything ran seamlessly have been instrumental in making the trip such a success.
More exclusive content from SMW-AUTOBLOK will be released soon across MTDCNC’s digital channels.
