{"id":57763,"date":"2025-08-29T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/?p=57763"},"modified":"2026-01-08T18:14:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T17:14:22","slug":"knarr-group-and-istma-driving-global-tooling-industry-collaboration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/knarr-group-and-istma-driving-global-tooling-industry-collaboration\/","title":{"rendered":"KNARR Group and ISTMA \u2013 Driving Global Tooling Industry Collaboration"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44-700x418.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44-700x418.png 700w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44-350x209.png 350w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44-149x89.png 149w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44-266x159.png 266w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-44.png 1173w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by KNARR Group<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The International Special Tooling &amp; Machining Association (ISTMA) is a global umbrella organisation representing national associations across the tool, die, mould making and precision machining sectors. ISTMA connects industry stakeholders worldwide to promote international cooperation, knowledge exchange and best practices across tooling disciplines, helping member companies succeed in the global economy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>KNARR\u2019s Global Partnership with ISTMA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>KNARR Group has recently joined the ISTMA Global Partners Program, marking a significant milestone in its international orientation and industry engagement. As a Global Partner, KNARR strengthens its ties within a worldwide network of tooling experts, gaining access to broader collaboration opportunities, industry insights and shared innovation platforms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits of ISTMA Membership for KNARR and Customers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Being part of ISTMA provides KNARR with avenues to engage in international dialogue on technological trends, standards development and tooling excellence. For customers, this partnership signals KNARR\u2019s commitment to best-in-class practices and global industry alignment, which can translate into improved product quality, service capabilities, and access to evolving tooling technologies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ISTMA\u2019s Impact on the Tool and Mould Making Sector<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ISTMA\u2019s network encompasses associations in over 20 regions and represents thousands of companies. It focuses on advocacy, knowledge sharing, training, and networking through events and working groups, giving participants a strategic advantage by staying informed about market developments and global tooling trends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What This Partnership Means for the Future<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>KNARR\u2019s involvement with ISTMA reflects its strategic emphasis on international cooperation and technical leadership. By participating in ISTMA\u2019s global community, KNARR supports and benefits from collaborative efforts to drive innovation, sustainability and competitive performance across the tooling and mould making industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, please visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/knarr.com\/news\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/knarr.com\/news\/?lang=en<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The International Special Tooling &amp; Machining Association (ISTMA) is a global umbrella organisation representing national associations across the tool, die, mould making and precision machining sectors. 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