On the first weekend in August, the time had come: Obermaiselstein hosted its first major blacksmith festival – and it truly had cult potential! Blacksmiths, interested parties, and countless visitors traveled from near and far to be there.   Organization and Participants   Around 30–40 blacksmiths from four nations were on hand and worked at the anvil until late into the night – despite the rainy weather, which didn't really bother anyone.   A special thank you goes to Franz Hiller, who organized the Blacksmith Festival. With great dedication and organizational talent, he ensured that everything ran smoothly – from planning to implementation. Supported by numerous volunteers, he not only made the festival a success, but also demonstrated how much passion and dedication goes into such an event and how blacksmithing is a thriving craft.   Young Blacksmith Course   A real highlight was the young blacksmith course with Peter Brunner and the professional support of Jonah Schefels. The course was booked out in advance – no wonder, as there was so much to learn: from working with the air hammer and practicing on the forging press to forging your own pliers and smaller workpieces, including a draw fork from a railway track. The induction device provided was particularly exciting, which not only fascinated the course participants but also delighted the audience. Above all, the focus was on the community of young blacksmiths – working together, learning, and having fun.   Angele Exhibition   Angele was also on site with its forging trailer and brought a large selection of tools, attracting both professional and amateur blacksmiths. Many took the opportunity to get tips or try out new things.   A large portion of the tools for the young blacksmith course came from Angele's forge, including the forging press and the air hammer.   Music, Food, and Late Nights   Of course, the supporting program was also a must: live bands ensured a good atmosphere, and the party continued well into the night.   To complement the event, there was delicious food from the "Klausen-Verein-Immenstadt," which provided visitors with excellent regional specialties and other classic dishes.

Rückblick AustrianSkills 2026 - in Salzburg   Pressebericht Erster Staatsmeister in der Schmiedetechnik bei den Austria Skills gekürt Bei den diesjährigen Austria Skills wurde erstmals in der Geschichte ein Staatsmeister in der Schmiedetechnik ermittelt – ein bedeutender Meilenstein für das österreichische Schmiedehandwerk. Nach drei intensiven und anspruchsvollen Wettkampftagen stand am Sonntag der Abschluss des Bewerbs fest. Am 23 November um 13:00 Uhr, erfolgte die feierliche Siegerehrung im Rahmen der Austria Skills – begleitet von zahlreichen Fachleuten aus der Metall- und Schmiedetechnik. Die Ergebnisse: 1. Platz – Daniel Forthuber Schmiedebetrieb Thomas Furtner – Oberösterreich 2. Platz – Paul Reisinger Schmiedebetrieb Peter Reisinger – Oberösterreich 3. Platz – Johannes Weber Schmiedebetrieb Günther Falkner – Tirol Die Kandidaten überzeugten durch herausragende handwerkliche Fähigkeiten, Präzision und Disziplin. Ihr Engagement zeigte eindrucksvoll, welch hohe Qualität und welches Potenzial im österreichischen Schmiedenachwuchs steckt. Dank an Juroren und Organisation Ein besonderer Dank gilt den Juroren, die mit großem Einsatz und hoher Fachkompetenz für eine faire und professionelle Bewertung sorgten. Ihr engagierter Beitrag war wesentlich für den Erfolg dieses ersten Schmiede-Bewerbs bei den Austria Skills. Ebenso bedanken wir uns herzlich bei Austria Skills für die hervorragende Organisation dieses neuen und wichtigen Wettbewerbszweigs im Bereich Schmiedetechnik. Dank an Betriebe und Partner Ein großes Dankeschön gilt auch den Ausbildungsbetrieben, der Firma Angele für die Bereitstellung von fünf Gasöfen sowie der Berufsschule Wels 1 für die komplette Werkstatt- und Schmiedeeinrichtung. Ihre wertvolle Unterstützung hat maßgeblich dazu beigetragen, dass dieser Bewerb auf höchstem Niveau durchgeführt werden konnte. Ein wichtiger Impuls für das Schmiedehandwerk Mit der Einführung eines Staatsmeistertitels in der Schmiedetechnik wurde ein starkes Zeichen für die Bedeutung dieses traditionellen Handwerks gesetzt. Die Austria Skills bieten jungen Talenten eine wertvolle Bühne, um ihr Können national zu präsentieren – und stärken die Zukunft dieses besonderen Berufsbildes. Rudolf Öhlinger- Bundessprecher der Schmiede Fotos: (c) SkillsAustria/MaxSlovencik/Florian Wieser

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    Our senior boss Johannes Angele passed away on August 22nd after a short, serious illness at the age of 71.   After completing his mechanical engineering studies and various positions abroad, my uncle Johannes took over his parents' company in 1988.   He expanded it continuously and with a sense of proportion - and "on the side" he was active as a local and district councilor, was involved in various honorary positions, founded a publishing house and also wrote various books himself with references to his Upper Swabian homeland.   He never had an eight-hour day - and we often wondered how he managed with so little sleep. After a harmonious transition phase, he placed "his" company entirely in my hands 2 years ago.   I am grateful to continue to run the company in his spirit.   Niklas Wespel