Hymers’s lightweight aluminium machine step transforms safety and efficiency at a leading machine supplier’s demo centre, ensuring secure access for maintenance and setup across a diverse range of industrial machines.

Japanese cutting tool expert Sumitomo Electric Industries has announced the expansion of its high-efficiency roughing high-feed cutter lineup, the SEC-Sumi Dual Mill DMSL series and DMSW series. The expanded range introduces 25 new items to the market.

Loxham Precision, a UK manufacturer of ultra-precision machine tools is making waves in the market of precision machine tools, but this rapid rise to prominence wouldn’t have been possible without partnering with Open Mind Technologies and its Hypermill CAD/CAM system to develop its machine solutions and market presence.

After five years of intensive research and development, Simtek Präzisionswerkzeuge now offers high-precision turning tools with 3D laser-cut chip forming geometries in its standard range. While these tools were previously only available on individual customer request, they are now also available as standard tools in the new main catalogue.

The German machine tool industry experienced a decline in orders during the first quarter of 2024, with international orders dropping significantly. Dr. Markus Heering of the VDW attributes this to lingering uncertainties and delayed investments. Despite the downturn, there are signs of potential recovery in the second half of the year.

The Spanish robotics specialist Tekniker has developed a solution that allows chaotically lying parts to be automatically gripped from containers and placed in other containers in an orderly manner. The integrated 3D vision software MV Tec Halcon ensures precise gripping of those parts.

Cutting tool manufacturer Walter Tools is raising its profile for the machining of lightweight components with the arrival of the new Walter FMT competence brand. This strategic move aims to enhance its portfolio in machining lightweight materials like aluminium alloys, a growing segment in manufacturing.

At EPHJ, GF Machining Solutions will present its latest laser solution for micromachining and 3D surface texturing.

30 years of WFL and 40 years of Millturn: two anniversaries that deserve special attention. Last year, WFL proudly celebrated its 30th anniversary. From an initial group of 12, the team has grown to more than 500 employees over the years. Through cohesion and the common goal to be "best in complete machining", WFL has always been on the rise in recent decades.

The Precision Tool Pro tool measurement program by Werth Messtechnik automates and standardizes tool measurement sequences based on production data and selected geometrical characteristics. Designed for ease of use in production environments, it simplifies operations, supports SPC and CAQ systems, and enables automatic correction of grinding paths, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.