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Welcome to the very second edition of Weller's #SOLDERJoint magazine. In this edition of #SOLDERJoint, you'll discover exciting application stories from around the world, and impressive deep dive into today's and tomorrow's space industry, and the voices of our diverse Weller community.

We hope you enjoy our second #SOLDERJoint magazine.

#PowerfulTogether

YOU and Weller 80 years of trust, for today and tomorrow. 

Connecting the future of hand soldering with Weller.

Welcome to a world where precision, innovation, and collaboration define success.Weller has pioneered the art and science of professional hand soldering since 1945. Today, more than ever, we are focused on what it truyl means to be #PowerfulTogether.

FOR 80 YEARS. AND IN THE FUTURE

Where innovation meets legacy.

For Weller's 80th anniversary, generations came toghether - poineers and today's innovators united by a shared passion for precision and progress. A conversation with former leaders Günter Rittmann, Werner Grupp, and Fritz Schmid, reflecting on the early days of European expansion, the challenges and the spirit of innovation.

#FUTURE ORIGINALS

What happens when a legendary brand meets bold new ideas? That's exactly what Weller's Future Originals initiative sets out to explore.

Born from a creative vision in marketing, the Future Originals project has come to life through a young, International, cross-functional team, determined to make soldering exciting for a new generation.

#MakerFaire 2025

At Maker Faire 2025, Weller ignited creativity, empowered meaningful connections, and inspired a new generation of makers to take the stage with bold ideas and hands-on passion.

The Maker Faire opened its doors to thousands of visitors eager to explore the power of making - from robotics to 3D printing, from upcycling to experimental design.

DON'T WASTE - REPAIR!

Influencer Ilke Fundaoglu combines soldering, sustainability, and DIY spirit

He is a passionate influencer dedicated to repair culture and sustainability. His motto, "Don't Waste - Repair!", is central to the content he shares on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. This slogan frequently ppears in his posts and reflects his philosophy of conserving resources by fixing broken devices instead of discarding them. He solders, repairs, and inspires.

PRODUCTRONICA 2025

We are ready for the future. Are you? Join us at productronica!

Anke Schneewolf, Director, Brand Activation at Weller, was there when a bold marketing idea began to grow into a real movement. Today, she refelcts on the roots of the Future Originals initiative- and looks ahead to what's next at productronica.

FIND THE RIGHT SOLDERING SOLUTION

Create your perfect workbench - from mid range to high-end, for R&D, production or rework.

No matter if it's a mid range or high-end soldering application - with or without traceability - Weller offers a perfect EcoSystem with the right stations, tools, tips, fume extraction units, precision tools and accessories. 

#POWERFULTOGETHER: CUSTOMER CASE STUDIES

Carolina Electronics Assembly (CEA) in USA, Weller Partner WIDA at IDEX fair 2025 in Abu Dhabi and The Electronics Foundation, formerly IPC Education Foundation, US.

Carolina Electronic Assemblers in Smithfield, North Carolina has built a solid reputation over four decades as a trusted, quality focused contract electronics manufacturer serving a diverse mix of inustries from its facility in Smithfield. 

MODEL MAKING AND SOLDERING CONNECT GENERATIONS

We brought Helmut Schmid and Valentin Bosch together and visited them in their workshops - two spaces that could hardly be more different.

Helmut Schmid's is filled with the scent of wood and metal, the shelves lined with materials gathered over decades. Valentin Bosch's is dominated by the quiet hum of a 3D printer and the glow of computer screens.

#WOMEN IN TECH

Inspiring women for decades. Powering their potential for the future.

This article shines a spotlight on the talented women behind the brand - engineers, leaders, creators - whose stories inspire and empower. Through their voices, we celebrate achievements, share personal journeys, and explore what it means to thrive in a tech-driven industry. Their passion fuels our progress. Their potential powers what's next.

SHAPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPACE ENGINEERS

Örs Hunor Detre contributed for 15 years as European Electrical Lead for the MIRI instrument and now empowers the Student Spacelab Network in Hungary.

Today, he is dedicated to sharing his knowledge with the next generation through the CanSat-Lab, an educational initiative in Hungary that inspires young minds to explore science, engineering, and space technology.