:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4f/65/4f652209fc2e425beeeb86a6553818d9/0131208808v1.jpeg "(Source: KB Components)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2a/08/2a08f8bd2df95ca843d52cbce64bf355/0131212753v1.jpeg "It has taken time, but the full force of the government’s steel policy is beginning to have a devastating impact on the downstream manufacturing sector according to the President of the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM). (Source: CBM)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/10/b9/10b904e03efac26f870efc9ac032bb30/0131163630v2.jpeg "The traceless material is based on natural polymers derived from agricultural residues. (Source: Traceless Materials)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/bb/74/bb74aefce7687b2ac87e62f6a52cf67e/0130170106v1.jpeg "Incoming orders for the German machine tool industry (Source: VDW)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/e8/a7/e8a7e91741cd5be76b58e883e1d7fe27/0131384159v2.jpeg "Fakuma: What began in 1981 with 76 initial exhibitors has evolved into a major European platform for the plastics processing industry. (Source: P.E. Schall)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/27/fe/27fe0b17ad8c67f81f869e494a88706d/0131213467v2.jpeg "With 38 percent of visitors coming from abroad, Grindinghub underscored its position as a key international meeting place for the grinding technology community. (Source: VDW)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/98/76/98766b6b22c3147596aa50c6a3a6e5f2/cjw-8143-2976x1673v1.jpeg "The Simtos 2026 manufacturing trade fair recently came to an end. Here the organizer sums up the event. One thing can be said: Not only the philosophy of the trade fair organizers was well received ... (Image:Simtos)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/32/16/3216bea996ced32365d17dcf41b9fd0f/0131076030v1.jpeg "The expert agenda at the Plastics Industry Meeting in 2025 attracted industry representatives from Poland and abroad to Targi Kielce. (Source: Michał Stańczyk/ Targi Kielce)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/0d/6c/0d6c5ea88cb425ab9dd066457225e61b/0131066999v2.jpeg "Temperature-control connection plates in three versions (Source: Nonnenmann)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/03/41/0341f13be7d88e59075184138a9bfc44/0131010620v2.jpeg "Meusburger offers high-quality coupling systems and delivers them immediately from stock. (Source: Meusburger)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/16/fd/16fd246f520f6340c1d7fe77a26f817d/0130918842v2.jpeg "Progressive’s CVe Monitor RT and Profile provide 24/7 performance data streaming for instant visibility of your tool’s activity from anywhere in the world. (Source: Progressive Components)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f5/ad/f5ad2cefc6d208da995f0768238e4537/0130726865v1.jpeg "Meusburger’s configurators and wizards reduce the need to perform steps manually, minimise sources of error and guide designers through the entire development process. (Source: Meusburger)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/40/5d/405db5313200d78f4088109353ef2935/0131353057v1.jpeg "Igus has launched a PTFE-free filament for 3D printing applications that offers up to 100 times less wear. (Source: Igus)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c8/a7/c8a74d047ae2600447ea8c034cc3f1aa/0131352270v2.jpeg "Machine parts printed with Luvocom 3F (Source: Lehvoss)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/98/a4/98a4944199d54d08edfe998f93350703/0131212199v1.jpeg "The new, larger Brother Technology Centre in Frankfurt. (Source: Whitehouse Machine Tools)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/56/6f/566fdbb626f11c78c21fd5dfa00b76a0/0131209517v1.jpeg "Quentin Kiener (left), 3D Prod President, and Alexandre d’Orsetti, Sculpteo CEO (Source: 3D Prod)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ae/38/ae38d9055a94a30815da8c0cb9d3bd22/0131212819v1.jpeg "The Lasertec 65 DED hybrid 2 from DMG Mori. (Source: DMG Mori)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/20/80/2080366dbf8cca84fe9d00659b8de85c/0131056632v1.jpeg "ABB Robotics says it has once again listened to users. As a result, companies can now invest in a new robot cell that is also affordable for SMEs and can automatically handle time-consuming grinding and polishing tasks. (Source: ABB)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/44/b6/44b693400b1e32f96742addc69bd8d7c/0130946952v1.jpeg "AMB will be a fixed date in the industry’s diary in 2026, taking place from 15 to 19 September. (Source: Messe Stuttgart)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/79/cf/79cf780f220d2f7119b8a8b0e33da14f/0130726885v2.jpeg "Citizen Miyano BNJ-51SY with 4-axis LFV. (Source: Citizen Machinery UK )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6b/47/6b479206ca67f1323af6e58820be26e8/0131382857v1.jpeg "Kuka controlled by Ency Hyper on Asus Rog Ally handheld (Source: Ency)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/00/9a/009ae0e133b321f8f0dabfb3fe14d2a6/0130776695v1.jpeg "The expanded functions simplify digital manufacturing processes and support the automated procurement of precision components. (Source: Meviy)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/28/43/28438c7998aebec0c2f5fb6f1a16b387/0130764478v2.jpeg "Siemens and Humanoid are bringing physical AI to the factory floor by deploying humanoid robots in industrial operations with NVIDIA. (Source: Siemens)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d1/5a/d15a3e1b3846c92e2ec610a5fb1f22dd/0130750258v1.jpeg "Background simulation during toolpath calculation (Source: Ency)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d5/1d/d51def0b31e213e756bbfb9479fa9c7e/0129925621v2.jpeg "Automatic electrode feeding: Together with Sodick and Erowa, the Robot Compact 80 (ERC80) was integrated — including connection to the Zeiss measuring machine and chip-based job management. (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f9/ca/f9ca9cace88200a5ec0946f193264963/0129209504v1.jpeg "Neil Taylor, who has worked in the toolroom at Pre-Met for 20 years. (Source: Pre-Met)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2f/61/2f61dd20be68049fa2320a2e5aa860d7/0123789183v2.jpeg "from left to right: Sodick President Giuseppe Addelia and Vice President Salvatore Cocco (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c5/49/c54973f28495dada1c7605f913717341/0121533734v1.jpeg "The set-up of the complex parts on the new Sodick ALC600G (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/76/aa/76aa92f11f136c10e16cc77a89a5f583/0131009272v2.jpeg "From digital planning to physical verification: the machined component prepared for inspection on the CMM. (Source: Mitutoyo )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/53/c7/53c73ae0a157d4c103e1964e77c1f425/0130023300v1.jpeg "The LK Altera M 20.12.10 CMM at Action Plas Group in Pudsey supports the inspection of high-value machined and additively manufactured components. (Source: LK Metrology)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/68/ab/68abf66929cb9f2dcb823a12e90d1d21/0129922525v1.jpeg "The blast nozzles, placed at the top and bottom of a vertical linear shuttle unit, can be moved up/down and individually turned on or off. (Source: Rösler Oberflchentechnik)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/46/85/46854ab7a2679db67354f556f2bc1db9/0129539660v2.jpeg "Nikon Eclipse MA200 LED is an inverted microscope with reflected illumination that is ideal for inspecting industrial parts. (Source: Nikon)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/60/45/6045cb15d71397154c6cee56d5d95ac7/0131063997v1.jpeg "Grinding from solid material using two CBN profile grinding wheels for roughing. (Source: Kapp)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4c/dd/4cdd1643347d5f6f72743402d36e93f4/0130628083v2.jpeg "The filter units of the AW oil mist filters are designed to take up minimal space and are characterised by easy maintenance, quiet operation and a high degree of system integration. (Source: Absolent)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/51/3e/513e2d937e96401a4d1ff8db1481cce7/0130242596v1.jpeg "With the GC1240 insert grade, Sandvik Coromant is bringing to the machining world a solution featuring a special coating that makes the tooling system significantly more wear-resistant and boosts productivity ... (Source: Sahdvik Coromant)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f8/8f/f88f47ba8e4ef50152497010c25dda11/0130168360v1.jpeg "At Grinding Hub, in Hall 7, Booth 7D80, Vomat will showcase high-performance microfiltration solutions for coolant, specifically designed for demanding metalworking applications such as tool grinding. (Source: Vomat)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/be/4d/be4da3d2f0d802d94127979ea4af68b4/0130748997v1.jpeg "At Grindinghub 2026, Weiler Abrasives will present precision grinding solutions for demanding applications in sectors such as aerospace, automotive and steel production, with a focus on higher productivity, process stability and superior surface quality. (Source: Weiler Abrasives )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/66/52/6652eb3a653a0908d5b03fb638f16260/0129646074v2.jpeg "The powerful EVO42 turbine with throwing blades made from hardened tool steel is ideally suited for the harsh conditions in foundries (Source: Rösler Oberflächentechnik)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9e/bd/9ebd826ceed28c644a9205bdbf82beb4/0131007997v2.jpeg "The lead-free aluminium solutions that combine high performance with stable and reliable machining processes. (Source: Eural Gnutt)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d5/e6/d5e68c74fabff18ef737ee767b7b359f/0130415707v1.jpeg "Efficiency in machining and a reduced carbon footprint will be at the centre of Swiss Steel Group’s presentation at Wire 2026 in Düsseldorf. (Source: Swiss Steel Group)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6b/9c/6b9cab1e262f77caed8179ed3dc29807/0129104421v1.jpeg "GMH Gruppe has consolidated Kind & Co., Schmiedewerke Gröditz and Buderus Edelstahl into a unified Open-Die Forging Group, supported by a 30 million euro investment programme to strengthen Europe-based tool steel and forging supply. (Source: Oliver Pracht/ GMH Gruppe)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/52/97/52978cbd7dfc421404314e34b8348a8a/0131353724v1.jpeg "From left to right: Gerhard Dimmler (CTO Engel Group), Piotr Orlikowski (Company founder and Managing Director of TMA Automation), Walter Aumayr (Vice President Automation Engel Group and Managing Director of TMA Automation), Marek Łangowski (Company founder and Managing Director of TMA Automation) and Stefan Engleder (CEO Engel Group) at the opening in Gdańsk
(Source: Engel)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4d/fa/4dfa0b367fb9c8da795c7fc29dc0815c/0131301905v1.jpeg "Artur Metzler will assume the post of Managing Director of the Arburg subsidiary in Poland on 1 June 2026. (Source: Arburg)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ce/80/ce8008acc51e05d5c33a5890d07e239d/0131117485v1.jpeg "Modiform develops cultivation, transport and packaging solutions for the horticultural supply
chain. (Source: Modiform)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/e7/74/e774210496e99be6481defcde77bab19/0131116903v1.jpeg "Xaloy’s acquisition of Italy-based Maxi Melt is intended to broaden its capabilities in plasticising components and strengthen its European customer support. (Source: Maxi Melt)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f7/8d/f78df2ee390561b7bca9624e430d6363/0130931883v1.jpeg?v= "The Elmet management team, left to right: Horst Binderlehner (Operations), Thorsten Häuser (Development), Harald Wallner (CEO), Gerhard Mühlberger (Finance), and David Gebeshuber (Sales). (Source: Elmet)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4b/1d/4b1d457cdc766076aa3ef7a8931be181/0130026933v1.jpeg?v= "Elmet and Arburg showcase the new Smartshot i cold runner live for the first time at the Arburg Technology Days 2026. (Source: LariBat/Shutterstock provided by Elmet)")
Article | Mar 12, 2026
Elmet and Arburg present Smartshot i live in operation for the first time
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/b5/c6/b5c6b7520d2172d1792c6338339c8831/0124887858v1.jpeg?v= "Servoelectrically actuated nozzle needles are the ace up the sleeve of Elmet’s Smartshot E cold runner moulds. AI is set to optimize needle control in the future.
(Source: Elmet/ iStock-BlackJack3D)")
Article | May 27, 2025
AI-ready and retrofit-friendly cold runner system for precision LSR moulding
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/a3/ba/a3ba415f04bd322e0eb162e2f4d41dbc/0121288197v2.jpeg?v= "Using the Drip Guard kitchen spoon holder as an example product, Elmet, Momentive and Sumitomo Demag present their joint LSR expertise. (Source: Elmet)")
Article | Oct 18, 2024
Elmet, Momentive, and Sumitomo (SHI) Demag unveil collaborative LSR project
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c2/98/c298c9b4c11d3666673afb22e46a96e1/0113941329.jpeg?v= "Developing turnkey systems for manufacturing LSR optics for adaptive LED headlights requires a combination of wide-ranging expertise in materials, mold-making, dosing and injection molding of exactly the kind Elmet has built up over many years. (Source: Elmet)")
Article | Sep 7, 2023
Turnkey systems for LSR optics of LED headlights
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9e/f5/9ef5af05d2c32bfd22986a5a27f8465b/0110016216.jpeg?v= "Elmet is presenting itself internationally again in 2023 at the industry's most important trade fairs. From Milan via Amsterdam and Friedrichshafen to Detroit, Elmet will be appearing with its own exhibition stands. (Source: Elmet)")
Article | Feb 27, 2023
Meet Elmet at numerous prestigious trade fairs worldwide in 2023
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/87/2e/872e25d50487a2563121ecf6ac479050/0107624704.jpeg?v= "With the Smartshot E and Smartmix Top 7000 Pro, two Elmet systems will be in operation at K 2022, producing lids for beverage and food cans on an innovative production cell. (Source: Elmet)")
Article | Oct 12, 2022
Innovative production cell for food and beverage can lids
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1893600/1893686/original.jpg?v= "The new high-end, all-electric Smartshot E cold runner for LSR injection molding enables perfectly balanced filling of multi-cavity molds with up to 16 cavities. (Elmet)")