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07.04.2026

A boom in the defence industry: What does this mean for the welding and cutting sector?

Dillinger produces DIFENDER sheet metal from alloy tempered steels © Dillinger

The defense industry is booming—and so are the demands on welding and cutting. New security and armor steels require precise processes, controlled heat input, and qualified personnel. In this interview, Marc Rixecker (Dillinger Saarstahl) explains what fabricators need to keep in mind now.

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