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.

At Mach 2026, Solidcam UK showed how integrated CAM is expanding beyond programming efficiency alone. With advances in 5-axis machining, sliding-head applications, I-Machining, paperless production workflows and intelligent programming support, the company focused on helping manufacturers increase productivity, reduce complexity and strengthen process reliability across the shopfloor.

Software company Tebis introduces its Smartops Technology, an innovative solution for automating design and CAM processes, specifically developed to address the requirements of single-part manufacturing. Users benefit from a unique combination of speed, flexibility and process reliability.

The universal grinding machines in Emag’s UG Series combine proven grinding technology with a cost-efficient machine base. They are designed for users who are looking for a sophisticated solution for internal, external and out-of-round grinding and expect flexibility, precision and process reliability.

With its new Hummingbird ‘Tool Logistics’ module, Open Mind enables manufacturers to standardize tool data, streamline logistics, and reduce downtime through seamless CAM–MES integration.

At Timtos 2025, global industry leaders will take the stage for the expo’s inaugural keynote series. THK’s Chairman and CEO, Akihiro Teramachi, along with President and COO, Takashi Teramachi, will share insights into AI, robotics, and sustainable smart manufacturing — offering a forward-looking perspective on the future of the industry.

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.

At EMO Hannover, Paul Horn will demonstrate high-precision machining on four advanced machine tools, highlighting techniques for lead-free materials, aluminium and complex components. Visitors can also explore the company’s latest tooling developments, including the new sintered chip breaker geometry for challenging materials.

At Formnext, Open Mind will showcase how its Hypermill suite bridges additive and subtractive manufacturing. With integrated 5-axis strategies, simulation technologies, and the new Best Fit feature, the software ensures precise finishing of additively manufactured parts and maximizes process reliability.

For five days, Hannover became the global hub of production technology as EMO 2025 welcomed 80,000 visitors and 1,600 exhibitors. With automation, robotics, AI and sustainability in focus, the world’s leading metalworking trade fair once again set the pace for the future of manufacturing.