Shortage of skilled professionals for the metal industry

Shortage of skilled professionals for the metal industry

For several years now, companies in the metal and foundry industry have been striving to reverse a structural problem that could weigh heavily on the future of our sector. There is a lack of skilled workers to cover all the jobs that could be generated by industry, services and commerce within the metal sector. This week, the Gurelan blog explains why, now more than ever, it remains essential to continue investing in promoting a strong calling for the foundry industry among the new generations of students and professionals.

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EUROGUSS 2022, the great die casting festival

EUROGUSS 2022, the great die casting festival

Gurelan attended EUROGUSS 2022 in Nuremberg, the German capital of the foundry industry, to join the main industrial players in Europe for the biggest foundry event on the continent, where the standard of the visitors was outstanding. The latest and most innovative solutions for industrial processes were on show, and we witnessed a growing demand for Magnesium die casting solutions, both in the automotive and other industries. Trade fairs are back in style, providing the best stage to showcase Gurelan´s know-how and experience, while innovating and meeting face-to-face with some of our main partners, customers and suppliers.

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Gurelan and FUNDIGEX USA attend CastExpo to build bridges with the US

Gurelan and FUNDIGEX USA attend CastExpo to build bridges with the US

When it comes to international foundry trade fairs, CastExpo is by far the most prestigious event in the US and America. Gurelan and FUNDIGEX USA went to Columbus (Ohio) to showcase the capabilities of Spanish foundries to the heavyweights of the industry in an exciting meeting, filled with new opportunities and certainly reinforcing the reputation of this business association in the eyes of the most renowned North American manufacturers and suppliers. The largest Western economy is demanding high quality and reliable parts for industries such as aeronautics, electronics and automotive.

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Zamak for electronics: benefits of a very unique alloy

Zamak for electronics: benefits of a very unique alloy

This week, we briefly recall the characteristics of Zamak in our Gurelan blog and, in particular, we will highlight its advantages when manufacturing components for electronic products. Next, we will review some of these components, explaining why the choice of Zamak offers several benefits compared to similar products made from other materials. In terms of maximum precision and cost optimisation, plastic or aluminium are no match for Zamak.

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What are new clients looking for? Quality and service above all

What are new clients looking for? Quality and service above all

When ensuring the highest quality for each project or new client, particularly in demanding areas such as the locksmith or automotive industries, it is not only about the physical checking of the manufactured parts, but goes far beyond that. Since 1934, Gurelan´s extensive experience in the die casting of Zamak and Magnesium parts for all types of industries means that a very close relationship has been forged with some of its major clients, evolving hand in hand with them to keep pace with the specific needs of each field and industry.

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Gurelan and quality: the engagement driving this project

Gurelan and quality: the engagement driving this project

Quality is the most important value for a company as Gurelan. Wherever the client may be, no matter the industry: the best business card is the confidence that comes from this quality built up over decades. As such, Gurelan renews its ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards for quality management and environmental protection to further promote this company´s brand, founded in 1934, as a benchmark in the die-casting of Zamak, Magnesium and Lead parts for all kinds of industries.

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Extending and upgrading Gurelan´s shot blasting processes

Extending and upgrading Gurelan´s shot blasting processes

Shot blasting remains one of the most important treatment processes for a wide range of industrial sectors, and Zamak and Magnesium die casting is no exception. Gurelan uses different types of machines to guarantee the required surface quality for the final finishing of each part, such as separating drums, sanding machines, vibrating machines and different types of peening machines. Now, a new state-of-the-art Rösler MT shot blasting machine is here to increase and upgrade the production capacity of this division, optimising both quality and efficiency on different types of parts.

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Export in a time of crisis: why internationalisation should be boosted?

Export in a time of crisis: why internationalisation should be boosted?

Stresses in global supply chains and rising prices across the board are driving companies to prioritise their investments and rationalise their imports. For export-oriented companies like Gurelan, the time has come to move forward and become the preferential alternative for major international industrial players seeking to make the most of their imports, while prioritising quality, service and availability above all.

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How to achieve the Green Deal and live to tell the tale?

How to achieve the Green Deal and live to tell the tale?

The declared goal of the European Green Deal is climate neutrality by 2050. However, achieving this objective will require drastic changes in all value chains, in particular for energy-intensive industries. Thanks to future-proof technologies and investment, industries can reduce CO2 emissions worldwide by 70%.

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Growth in an adverse scenario and investment in machinery: Gurelan shows how to do it

Growth in an adverse scenario and investment in machinery: Gurelan shows how to do it

Despite the difficult situation in the European industry, struggling to overcome the pandemic recession in the midst of a wave of rising prices of raw materials and shortage of components, Gurelan decided to invest in machinery while growing by 35% in 2021, facing the future with a clear objective: to further improve the efficiency, quality and competitiveness of Zamak and Magnesium injection moulding solutions, betting on innovation and investment in Industry 4.0.

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