A raft of new and enhanced functionality features in Visi 2021 — the latest release of Hexagon’s mould and die CAD/CAM software.

Open Mind Technologies AG releases the latest 2020.2 version of its Hypermill CAD/CAM suite. The developers at Open Mind have implemented numerous functions to further simplify everyday machining tasks

To ensure reliable chip breaking, Mapal has developed a new chip guiding stage for machining steel.

Mazak is to reinforce its presence in the Portuguese market with the creation of a new direct sales channel.

The Japan international machine tool fair, Jimtof, has been cancelled.

Kingsbury has been appointed to represent German WAAM (wire arc additive manufacturing) equipment builder Gefertec GmbH in the same markets with immediate effect.

Open Mind’s software is utilised to realise a project in support of the fight against the current pandemic.

Massimo Carboniero, President of UCIMU: “Our factories are safe places and have reduced labour intensity. Therefore, we should have green light to resume our production activities right away.”

The company has bolstered its nationwide sales team with the appointment of Phil Roberts as Sales Manager to enable the Birmingham-based team to meet an increasing number of enquiries

Three new tools that will produce tens of thousands of critical parts for a new breathing aid designed to support Covid-19 patients are being manufactured in Telford.