Ency Software announces Robot Calibration Helper, a new mobile companion app that helps engineers and technicians calibrate the Tool Center Point (TCP) of industrial robots and send the results directly to Ency Robot projects. The app is available for both iOS and Android.

With its support of the Grinder of the Year 2026 competition at Grinding Hub in Stuttgart, filtration specialist Vomat is joining forces with leading technology partners to promote young talent in tool grinding.

Rising demands from high-tech industries are pushing component cleanliness to new limits. Ultra-fine and high-purity cleaning is becoming a decisive factor for competitiveness, requiring manufacturers to rethink processes across the entire production chain and rely on partners with deep application know-how, advanced system technology, and proven test capabilities.

From beverage closures to medical vials, Mold-Masters proves that hot runner technology has the power to shape markets — cutting scrap, boosting durability and even enabling the shift from glass to plastic in medical packaging.

Germany’s mechanical engineering industry closed 2025 with order books at the previous year’s level, according to an analysis by the VDMA. Business sentiment has also shown a slight improvement.

Italian machine tool orders ended 2025 on a weak note, with a sharp drop in the fourth quarter exposing continued fragility in global demand and only limited relief at home. While annual order intake remained slightly positive, Ucimu warns that geopolitical uncertainty, stalled trade agreements and delayed investment incentives are weighing heavily on the industry’s outlook.

The UK subcontract manufacturing market saw a sharp rebound in 2025, rising 47 percent compared with the previous year, according to Qimtek’s latest Contract Manufacturing Index.

Rejlek Group has taken a major step toward sustainable precision manufacturing with the commissioning of Austria’s first fully electric SAM-C automation cell from Sumitomo (SHI) Demag.

With the global shift towards intelligent manufacturing, demand for smart manufacturing solutions and integrated production systems is growing. Against this backdrop, TMTS 2026 will take place at TICEC from 25 to 28 March 2026.

With its support of the Grinder of the Year 2026 competition at Grinding Hub in Stuttgart, filtration specialist Vomat is joining forces with leading technology partners to promote young talent in tool grinding.

SIMTOS 2026 (Seoul International Manufacturing Technology Show) is Korea's largest trade fair for manufacturing technology, taking place from 13 to 17 April in Halls 1 and 2 of KINTEX in Goyang.

India’s tooling industry will be back in focus when Die & Mould India Expo returns to Mumbai in April 2026. The 14th edition is set to build on strong momentum, bringing together global technology providers, machine builders and toolmakers to showcase advanced solutions across the entire die and mould value chain.

In highly automated production, uptime is often determined at the interface level. Industrial connectors, exposed to vibration, temperature swings and contaminants, play a critical role in reliability, maintenance effort and overall equipment effectiveness — making connectivity a strategic factor for industrial uptime.

At Plastindia 2026, Husky Technologies showcases how 25 years of regional investment have shaped its sustainable manufacturing and packaging innovations across India.

Roemheld will use Mach to highlight a broad portfolio of tool handling and workholding solutions aimed at faster, safer and more flexible production.

When 150 mouldmakers in a 320-strong manufacturing group adopt one cooling concept across the toolroom, it is worth paying attention. Bekto’s complete conversion to Hasco’s Cooling Tornado suggests a new standard may be emerging in mouldmaking.

Inspection belongs at the point of manufacture. By moving measurement closer to the machining process and by using rapid, robust systems, manufacturers can meet tough takt time targets, reduce scrap and improve process capability — without inflating costs.

With the United Kingdom confirmed as partner country, Formnext 2026 is gaining early momentum and sharpening its focus on additive manufacturing applications in industries such as orthopedics, aviation and automotive.

By expanding its global manufacturing partnership with Alstom, Replique is strengthening flexible, decentralised parts supply for rail applications worldwide. From series production to legacy spare parts, the collaboration demonstrates how digitally enabled manufacturing can support efficient and reliable rail operations across multiple regions.

Xometry is expanding materials, process controls and compliance options on its AI-driven manufacturing marketplace, targeting more complex requirements in aerospace, defence and medical manufacturing.

Strong visitor growth, record exhibitor numbers and a clear willingness to invest shaped Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2026, leaving exhibitors such as Hurco with high-quality enquiries and a clear signal of renewed confidence across the UK manufacturing sector.

With a 1.6 million pound investment in a new, dedicated turning facility, Viking Precision Engineers is expanding its machining capabilities and deepening its long-standing partnership with Yamazaki Mazak.

With its support of the Grinder of the Year 2026 competition at Grinding Hub in Stuttgart, filtration specialist Vomat is joining forces with leading technology partners to promote young talent in tool grinding.

Grinding Hub 2026 will spotlight how artificial intelligence, sensor technology and closed-loop automation are redefining precision grinding. From unmanned “grind-measure-grind” production to smart process control and new applications such as humanoid robot components, the Stuttgart show promises a clear view of grinding’s shift toward self-optimising, data-driven manufacturing systems.

At Mach 2026 in Birmingham, Open Mind Technologies will showcase the latest innovations in its Hypermill CAD/CAM suite, highlighting how digital process chains, MES integration and new AI-supported functions are reshaping connected manufacturing.

Cloud-based mould cooling simulation is gaining a further performance boost as Maya HTT integrates the Polygonica geometry engine into its Simform platform. The enhancement supports more robust mesh handling and faster thermal analysis, enabling designers and mould makers to optimise cooling layouts earlier in the injection moulding workflow.

Software company Vericut announced its participation at Mach 2026, where it will demonstrate the latest advancements in CNC simulation, verification, and optimisation.

With HCL CAM Works 2025, HCL Software extends its CAM portfolio into the 3D Experience Solidworks environment. The new release connects CAM programming, data management and collaboration in the cloud, while enhanced machine-aware functions bring CNC simulation directly into the programming workflow.

At Plastindia 2026, Husky Technologies showcases how 25 years of regional investment have shaped its sustainable manufacturing and packaging innovations across India.

When 150 mouldmakers in a 320-strong manufacturing group adopt one cooling concept across the toolroom, it is worth paying attention. Bekto’s complete conversion to Hasco’s Cooling Tornado suggests a new standard may be emerging in mouldmaking.

Premium surfaces without painting or trimming? At K 2025, Oerlikon HRS Flow showed how Glow HRS and Flexflow technologies streamline automotive moulding by delivering high-quality, recyclable parts directly from the tool.

Presented at K 2025, Oerlikon HRS Flow’s Stargate HRS hot runner system introduces a diaphragm-based gate design that replaces traditional needles, offering a more compact layout, shorter cycle times, and easier maintenance.