Hannover, Germany. When the natural material wood meets cutting-edge technology and expert craftsmanship, the result is ‘ENGINEERED WOOD.’ With this focus topic, LIGNA in Hanover, from 26 to 30 May 2025, will provide an ideal platform for exhibitors such as Minda, Weinig, Grenzebach, Schiele, Dieffenbacher, Reichenbacher Hamuel, and Globe Machine Manufacturing. They will showcase new applications, systems, and machines for intelligently designed timber products that are shaping the future of construction.

CO₂-binding wood-based materials are gaining importance as a sustainable alternative to concrete and steel, which generate significant emissions. Engineered wood also enables streamlined prefabrication processes and promotes the efficient use of wood resources. Last but not least, it plays a key role in advancing the circular economy.

“At LIGNA 2025, the focus topic ‘ENGINEERED WOOD’ will showcase the full spectrum of pioneering solutions that unlock the potential of solid wood and wood-based materials,” says Stephanie Wagner, Head of LIGNA at Deutsche Messe. “From joinery machines to automated production lines for manufacturing CLT and other solid wood products, as well as robots and robotic systems for assembling and joining wooden elements, drying systems, and treatment technologies for wood finishing – right through to software solutions for planning, designing, and producing mass timber structures – everything will be on display at LIGNA 2025 under the focus theme ‘ENGINEERED WOOD.’”

Customised Production Systems

Minda Industrieanlagen GmbH will showcase its latest customised production systems for glued laminated timber products at LIGNA 2025 in Hanover. In 2020, the company introduced the TimberPress X 100 eco, a CLT press capable of fully automated production of cross-laminated timber panels, including window and door cut-outs.

“LIGNA is the most important platform for Minda to present our innovative and future-oriented products to an international trade audience,” says Robert Falch, Managing Partner of Minda Industrieanlagen GmbH. He adds, “We want to use it again in 2025 to showcase our user-friendly, fully automated systems and present our new developments. We are confident that our systems and machines are ideally suited to the current and future opportunities and challenges of the industry, thanks to maximum technical availability and optimised personnel deployment. As always, LIGNA offers the best opportunity to convince potential customers of this.”

Minda aims to impress with the resource efficiency, reliability, and high performance of its systems presented in Hanover, offering a comprehensive package tailored to discerning customers. This package includes planning, engineering, production—including initial commissioning at Minda’s premises – installation, final commissioning, operator training, and system optimization. Minda works flexibly with the user’s project team or delivers the complete system as a general contractor. Upon request, quality control systems, finger-jointing lines, planing machines, and other processing and packaging machines can be integrated into the production line. In addition to boosting performance, a key focus of recent developments has been improving resource efficiency to minimize wood consumption during production.

New Standard in Woodworking announced

A long-standing exhibitor since the very beginning, Weinig will once again be present at LIGNA 2025, celebrating 50 years of the world’s leading trade fair alongside its own 120-year company history. The Tauberbischofsheim-based company continues its legacy of success with innovative exhibits, demonstrating its commitment to shaping the future of woodworking.

At LIGNA 2025, Weinig will be stronger than ever, showcasing both proven solutions for individual requirements in wood-based panel and solid wood processing, as well as an impressive array of new developments in Hall 27. This year, the focus will be on Weinig System Solutions, offering customised and holistic solutions in the CLT sector.

On more than 5,000 square metres of exhibition space, the Weinig Group will present over 45 running machines and solutions live, giving visitors from around the world an up-close experience of its advanced technologies. As a provider of one of the most comprehensive portfolios in the engineered wood sector, Weinig aims to set a new standard in woodworking.

A key highlight at LIGNA 2025 will be a 3D-animated CLT production line, brought to life on a large LED wall, complete with a virtual factory tour. Additionally, interactive screen stations will allow visitors to analyse and plan individual projects together with the Weinig System Solutions team. The Essetre Multiwall surface processing machine, featuring a 6-axis processing unit, will demonstrate groundbreaking possibilities in production, showcasing sophisticated solutions for CLT and timber frame construction—paving the way for the next level in timber house construction.

Insulation Materials made from renewable Raw Materials

The wood industry is a key business area for global automation partner Grenzebach, making its presence at LIGNA 2025 the perfect opportunity to showcase new products.

“LIGNA provides us with a valuable meeting place to engage with customers and industry professionals while gaining insights into current trends,” says Robert Brier, CEO of Grenzebach BSH. “At the same time, we use the trade fair to present ourselves as an experienced and reliable solution provider for today’s challenges. As a technology company, we also think ahead: with a focus on the future, we offer energy-efficient drying solutions for veneer processing and systems for producing flexible wood fibre insulation materials from renewable raw materials – developed to meet the highest industry demands and standards,” Brier adds.

At LIGNA 2025, Grenzebach will present cutting-edge veneer drying technologies, ranging from individual dryers with manual loading and unloading to complete veneer drying lines with integrated inspection, sorting, and stacking solutions. Designed to accommodate the unique properties of different products, these solutions prioritize maximum energy efficiency.

Beyond classic veneer drying, Grenzebach also develops innovative production solutions for insulation materials made from renewable raw materials. Its systems enable the production of high-quality, environmentally friendly, and safe-to-process flexible insulation mats from wood fibres. With excellent thermal insulation values, diffusion openness, and soundproofing properties, these mats are ideal for both new construction and renovation projects.

Grenzebach supports its customers throughout the entire process, from planning and implementing production facilities to long-term operational support. Its after-sales team helps users optimize system performance over time and adapt to evolving requirements through modernization.

A novelty in the Furniture iIndustry

Schiele Maschinenbau GmbH from Niederzissen is also expecting great interest in its innovations from visitors to LIGNA. The family business stands for Coating Intelligence and wants to offer its customers a competitive advantage with new developments.

“We at Schiele have always aimed to further improve our technology and increase availability and quality for our customers,” emphasises Philip Gros, who will take over the company together with his two siblings in 2028. “This year's LIGNA is the place for us to present our latest developments to our customers, potential customers and business partners. Our biggest innovation is a first in the furniture industry. With our VACUMAT FlexCoat, we are not only able to process water-based or UV lacquers, but can also process solvent-based and 2K lacquers thanks to this innovation!”

This is made possible by a patented development in the field of application technology, which allows a colour change within ten seconds in one application unit. “We expect this to take industrial coating for profiles and edges to a new level,” says Gros, adding: “We put our heads together and rethought the VACUMAT. The aim was always to reduce and simplify cleaning time. The result is a streamlined design that has achieved precisely this goal.”

AI optimises Wood-Based Panel Production

Dieffenbacher, an independent family-owned company now in its fifth generation of continuous progress, will once again be present at LIGNA 2025. As one of the leading manufacturers of press systems and complete production lines for wood-based panels – including particleboard, MDF, THDF, OSB, OSL, and LVL – the company is leveraging the global reach of LIGNA 2025 to showcase its latest innovations.

Among these is the EVORIS digital platform, a cutting-edge solution that harnesses artificial intelligence to drive the digitalisation of wood-based panel plants. According to Dieffenbacher, EVORIS enables seamless machine networking, as well as real-time monitoring and optimisation of wood-based material production. The platform’s intuitive EVORIS apps are designed to simplify daily operations while providing deeper insights into production processes, helping manufacturers enhance efficiency and performance.

3D Printing Bbecomes indispensable in Traditional Wood Processing

Reichenbacher Hamuel, a leading German machine manufacturer, aims to set new standards in engineered wood through its innovative work in hybrid production. The company firmly believes that material mixing will shape the industry's future.

“In light of the dynamic requirements and developments in the industry, Reichenbacher Hamuel's motto is ‘CNC rethought.’ The experts agree: additive manufacturing will permanently transform the production landscape,” says Dr. Alexander Kawalla-Nam, Head of Additive Manufacturing Technology. He emphasizes that this transformation is already in full swing and that 3D printing is set to become indispensable in traditional wood processing.

Hybrid manufacturing processes are revolutionizing the production of complex construction elements for stairs, doors, furniture, balconies, and walls. Their designs will evolve – both in structural concept and material selection. 3D printing not only allows for precise reproduction of rounded or complex multi-curved contours but also enables the efficient integration of cavities and support structures. Additionally, the milling process unlocks new possibilities in surface design – whether smooth, roughened, or individually textured – offering nearly limitless creative potential.

At LIGNA 2025, Reichenbacher Hamuel will introduce two groundbreaking machine concepts: the OPUS-5K, an entry-level machine featuring a PIN table and an advanced nesting function, and the ECO HybriDX-LT, designed to set new standards by integrating large-format 3D printing with a milling system for post-processing in a single machine. By combining decades of CNC expertise with modern AF technology, Reichenbacher is revolutionizing future manufacturing with an intelligent mix of materials and unparalleled flexibility.

Clever Robot Automation Solutions

Globe Machine Manufacturing, based in Tacoma, USA, will present its solutions for the ENGINEERED WOOD sector at LIGNA 2025. For North Americans, LIGNA is the most important event in the woodworking and wood processing industry, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators from around the world. As a long-time exhibitor, Globe Machine Manufacturing has helped improve production efficiency, quality, and profitability across a variety of applications over the years. This tradition will continue in 2025 with the presentation of new developments, including OSB, MDF, and particleboard production lines with customized systems for sawing, sanding, sorting, stacking, and packaging. The company will also showcase new solutions for plywood, I-joist, and engineered wood production in Hannover.

Additionally, Globe will feature customized finishing and coating systems based on decades of experience in fibre cement and MgO board systems. Under its Offsite Construction Solutions, the company will present integrated automation for modular and prefabricated construction elements.

As a certified FANUC integrator, Globe Machine Manufacturing specializes in robotic automation solutions that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve plant efficiency. Visitors to LIGNA 2025 will have the opportunity to explore the possibilities of robotic automation and discover how Globe's solutions can transform their operations.

About LIGNA

The world’s leading trade fair for the woodworking and wood processing industry is jointly organized by Deutsche Messe and VDMA Woodworking Machinery in Hannover, and is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025. It showcases the entire range of products and services for the primary and secondary industries – tools, machines and systems for custom and mass production, surface technology, wood-based panel production, sawmill technology, energy from wood, machine components and automation technology, as well as machines and systems for forestry. Further information on LIGNA is available at www.ligna.de.