After a strong first quarter 2022, DMG Mori achieved new record figures for order intake and free cash flow in the first half-year — and this against the background of high volatility and a more difficult market environment. Based on this successful business development, the company is raising its forecast for 2022.

The core competence of RSD Polytec includes the machining of tools for lens systems. The company has recently been using new EPDBEH ball end mills for fine finishing. Now, only a single cutting tool is needed to mill even a large reflective surface with virtually no wear.

Jewelry brand Eternha has chosen CRP Technology and Windform GT, Glassfiber reinforced composite material used to manufacture harsh and advanced applications, to create some elements of their Men’s collection bracelets. It is an absolute novelty in the jewelry sector.

What are the biggest trends affecting the additive manufacturing materials market? There are numerous influential factors changing the 3D printing materials industry, which ID Tech Ex forecasts to increase at a CAGR of 18.6 percent over the next decade to reach 29.5 billion dollars in 2032.

After a strong first quarter 2022, DMG Mori achieved new record figures for order intake and free cash flow in the first half-year — and this against the background of high volatility and a more difficult market environment. Based on this successful business development, the company is raising its forecast for 2022.

The latest Contract Manufacturing Index shows that despite underlying volatility, the UK subcontract manufacturing market grew steadily through the second quarter of 2022. Although the market was up overall for the quarter, there was a sharp drop from March to April.

The benefits of automation in the metal cutting industry are particularly welcome when it comes to implementing flexible production processes for small quantities. Here are some examples of the solutions to be presented at the International Exhibition for Metal Working (AMB) in Stuttgart from 13 to 17 September 2022.

In October 2022, a joint project entitled “Reycling — Use of Recycled Material for Technical Products” will start at the Kunststoff-Institut Lüdenscheid and run for 1.5 years. The project wants to support companies that plan to use recycled materials in existing processes and products for technical applications.

The top themes of K 2022 include circular economy, digitalization and climate protection. The Lehvoss Group will be represented its solutions for these trends offered by a total of five business units.

Invitations and registration forms for EMO Hannover 2023 are currently being sent out to around 60 countries. After a four-year break, the trade fair for production technology will be opening its doors again in Germany in 2023.

Experts from all over the world are invited to the 2nd International Symposium on Plastics Technology by IKV and PPS — Polymer Processing Society. The scientific symposium will take place in Aachen, Germany, from 5 to 6 September 2022.

Excitement is mounting in the run-up to the K 2022, the world’s leading trade fair for the plastics industry. Under the motto of “There is only a Plan A” the machine manufacturer wants to underline its committed to sustainability, the circular economy and carbon reduction.

The cloud-based SaaS solution netwyk Zoll facilitates individual and mass determination of customs tariff numbers according to current specifications. This tool has now been integrated into Partsolutions by Cadenas.

As a manufacturer of high-quality modular, standardised components, as well as individually planned hot runner systems, Hasco offers designers, mould makers and injection moulders innovative and cost-efficient solutions. During K 2022, the company will focus not only on a large number of new and further developments, but also on digitalisation.

Standard part producer Strack Norma will be showing its new products for injection moulding and die casting tools and its extensive range of innovative and standardised solutions for the tool and mould making at K 2022.

In mould construction economics, the number of vents for mould venting is often overlooked. However, to produce quality parts and avoid defects, mould venting is crucial. Failing to produce adequate mould venting can lead to poorly finished parts.

3D printing company Stratasys has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the additive manufacturing materials business of Covestro.

What are the biggest trends affecting the additive manufacturing materials market? There are numerous influential factors changing the 3D printing materials industry, which ID Tech Ex forecasts to increase at a CAGR of 18.6 percent over the next decade to reach 29.5 billion dollars in 2032.

Jewelry brand Eternha has chosen CRP Technology and Windform GT, Glassfiber reinforced composite material used to manufacture harsh and advanced applications, to create some elements of their Men’s collection bracelets. It is an absolute novelty in the jewelry sector.

The growth potential for AM materials differs from printing equipment, as operational legacy printers continue to consume materials. Therefore, this segment of the 3D printing value chain represents a tremendous opportunity: ID Tech Ex forecasts that the global market for 3D printing materials will be worth 29.5 billion dollars in 2032.

As of the 1st of July 2022, sharpening specialist Vollmer holds a majority share in the start-up company Ultratec Anlagentechnik Münz, which will be known as Ultratec innovation in future. The company launched its ultrasonic deburring systems in 2019 and wants to advance its economic and marketing development together with Vollmer.

IMTS — the largest and longest-running industry trade show in the Western Hemisphere, will run September 12-17, 2022, in Chicago. WFL will be presenting the M50 Millturn complete machining centre as well as the latest digitalization and automation trends.

Zimmermann Milling Solutions, a global high-tech supplier of portal milling machines, will virtually show three new gantry machines at their booth. IMTS will be held from 12 to 17 September 2022, in Chicago.

After a strong first quarter 2022, DMG Mori achieved new record figures for order intake and free cash flow in the first half-year — and this against the background of high volatility and a more difficult market environment. Based on this successful business development, the company is raising its forecast for 2022.

The tech start-up Fourjaw has launched its next-generation machine monitoring platform designed as an operational tool to enable manufacturers to achieve big gains in factory floor productivity.

Attendees at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2022 will experience the recently launched Mastercam 2023.

Cimatron, the CAD/CAM software supplier for the mould and die industry, has announced the release of its mould & die focused product Cimatron V16. After an intensive period of industrial beta testing, Cimatron V16 is now available for general distribution.

The companies Kubotek 3D and Cadenas have partnered to provide Key Creator mechanical and manufacturing design users access to a comprehensive selection of 3D and 2D component geometry from 3Dfindit.com, the technical search engine powered by Cadenas.

At K 2022, which will take place in Düsseldorf from 19 to 26 October, Oerlikon HRS Flow will focus on an extensive range of hot runners tailored to small shot weights and the new Xp nozzle series for use in thin-wall injection moulding. Both support the trend towards greater sustainability by helping to reduce energy consumption in plastics processing.

Hot runner expert Husky Technologies, announced the launch of a second-generation control algorithm for its line of Altanium mould controllers. The Advanced Reasoning Technology (ART 2.0) software delivers greater speed, accuracy, precision, and repeatability compared to today’s existing temperature control systems, the company states.

Günther Hot Runner Technology will present a new control system at the K trade fair from 19 to 26 October 2022 in Düsseldorf. The Blue Master series offers exceptional control performance, comprehensive connectivity and smart operation.

In mould construction economics, the number of vents for mould venting is often overlooked. However, to produce quality parts and avoid defects, mould venting is crucial. Failing to produce adequate mould venting can lead to poorly finished parts.

Tool manufacturer Allied Machine and Engineering announced the launch of the T-A Pro M geometry insert. As the newest expansion of the T-A Pro high-penetration drilling system, this insert targets stainless steel and heat resistant super alloy (HRSA) materials.

With the global launch of the new Addforce brand from Tungaloy, the cutting tool manufacturer has introduced its new Tungrec DX110 Series of PCD insert grades for unrivalled performance when machining aluminium alloy components.

The core competence of RSD Polytec includes the machining of tools for lens systems. The company has recently been using new EPDBEH ball end mills for fine finishing. Now, only a single cutting tool is needed to mill even a large reflective surface with virtually no wear.

Unprecedented business growth at Walter GB has led the cutting tool manufacturer to restructure its external teams to support the surge in sales. The restructure at the Bromsgrove company has now seen three new Field Sales Engineers employed to strengthen the existing sales structure.