Werkzeugmaschinenlabor WZL der RWTH Aachen (Machine Tool Laboratory of RWTH Aachen) is a research institute at RWTH Aachen University in Germany focused on production engineering and machine tools. Operating at the interface of academia and industry, WZL conducts applied research, education, and technology transfer in fields such as machine tool design and operation, manufacturing systems, gear and drivetrain technologies, production metrology and quality management, and data-driven, digitally integrated production.
WZL works with industrial partners across sectors—including automotive, aerospace, energy, and process industries—to develop and validate methods, components, and system solutions that improve productivity, precision, and reliability in manufacturing. Its activities span experimental and simulation-based research, demonstrators and testbeds, standards contributions, and workforce training. Through collaborative projects and pilot implementations, WZL supports companies in adopting innovations such as advanced machining strategies, inline quality assurance, predictive maintenance, and production system optimization.
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