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Relocating the WILA USA warehouse

Almost a year ago, we began the monumental task of relocating our US warehouse from Hanover, MD to Louisville, KY. We started with an empty warehouse, unloading truck after truck, and steadily transforming the space into what it is today.

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of WILA USA!

We are delighted to let you know that a special milestone has been reached today - WILA USA is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Our adventure began on February 12, 1999, and since then we have been on a journey of growth, innovation and success. Let's celebrate WILA USA's 25th anniversary together and look forward to many more successful years ahead!

Fabtech 2023, Chicago

WILA had a successful participation at the Fabtech trade show in Chicago! The overall market sentiment was very positive driven by reshoring manufacturing to the USA and the numerous projects containing automation solutions. Automation of the press brake process fits perfectly to the product offering and product engineering experience of WILA. High precision and durable tooling and clamping systems are key to process control and thus automation.

WILA starts production in North America

Louisville, KY - May 26, 2023 – WILA, a leading player in the sector of tooling systems for sheet metals, is thrilled to announce the relocation of its North American headquarters to Louisville, Kentucky, and the establishment of its local manufacturing operations. This strategic move signifies WILA's commitment to expanding its presence in the North American market and leveraging the region's dynamic manufacturing ecosystem.

The WILA Tool Advisor

In addition to WILA's Webshop, it is also possible to get quick and easy online tool advice with WILA's Tool Advisor. This high-end engineering application enables online selection of which press brake tools are best suited to a specific bending problem. In case there is no suitable standard tool, it is even possible to directly design a custom tool and order it directly online. That is the power of the WILA Tool Advisor!

Tooling production capacity in line with high demand!

With continuous investment in our new state-of-the art-tooling production facility we have finally achieved our goal to align with the high market demand for New Standard tooling. Since the opening in 2020, we were overwhelmed with the high demand for our New Standard Premium tools.

First step taken in Management Buy-out process

Hans Willemsen (managing director of WILA B.V.) has decided to gradually transfer leadership and ownership of the company to the current executive board. The first step has been taken.

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