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.

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.

Even under intense heat and deformation, metals keep a hidden order. MIT scientists have identified a new non-equilibrium state in alloys that challenges long-held assumptions about atomic mixing — and offers engineers a new lever to tune material performance.

At the Advanced Engineering Show in Birmingham, Goodfellow is set to spotlight additive manufacturing, sustainable materials, and cross-sector innovation. Alongside discussions on biopolymers, high-entropy alloys, and AI-driven material design, the company will also record a live episode of its Innovation Discussed podcast from the event, capturing key insights on the future of advanced materials.

Data-based cooling lubricant monitoring makes grinding more stable and efficient: sensor data on emulsion health, grinding forces and spindle power enables requirement-based fluid supply, supports digital twins and can cut energy use by up to 27 percent. At Grindinghub 2026 in Stuttgart, visitors will learn how Umati and OPC UA connectivity helps integrate these data streams for higher surface quality and fewer rejects.

Artificial intelligence is redefining industrial manufacturing, turning machine tools into self-learning, adaptive partners that optimise processes, reduce waste and ease the impact of skills shortages. From predictive maintenance to intuitive operator guidance, AI is emerging as a key driver of efficiency, flexibility and competitiveness in modern production.

To make plastic production more efficient and sustainable, Fraunhofer IST has developed thin-film sensors that monitor pressure and temperature directly in the mould. Combined with machine learning, the system enables real-time quality control and process optimisation.

K 2025, the trade fair of the plastics and rubber industry, has set out to tackle the central challenges of our time and present concrete solutions from 8 to 15 October in Düsseldorf. This aim is also reflected by its guiding topics. One of them reads “Embracing Digitalisation”.

North Axis Engineering has wasted no time making its mark. Founded in early 2025 to serve demand for high-precision subcontract machining in North East England, the young company has combined technical expertise with targeted investment in CNC technology to expand rapidly across subsea, aerospace and automotive work.

Starting small, scaling smart: Instead of relying solely on cloud-based AI, manufacturers are increasingly turning to intelligent components to unlock the benefits of artificial intelligence — without high upfront costs or complex overhauls.