Connect ageing machines, identify bottlenecks and turn production data into measurable improvements: digital metalworking requires more than isolated pilot projects. Ahead of Nexgem 2027, experts from KIT and Grob-Werke explain how manufacturers can build connected processes, develop digital skills and protect manufacturing know-how.

Digitalisation, automation and smart production will shape Arburg’s presence at Fakuma 2026. Under the Smartest Factory theme, the company will show how machines, software, robotic systems and digital services can be combined across the plastics processing value chain to increase efficiency, improve transparency and reduce unit costs.

Scaling plastics joining from benchtop development to automated production will be a focus of Emerson’s Branson exhibits at Fakuma 2026. Ultrasonic and laser welding systems, heat staking demonstrations and connectivity gateways will highlight options for process control, component assembly and production data exchange.

With two all-electric production cells Negri Bossi will demonstrate how injection moulding, automation and process control can be combined for food and medical applications. The Fakuma exhibits focus on liquid silicone processing, cleanroom suitability and integrated manufacturing concepts.

Rockwell Automation announced the availability of Factory Talk Resilient Edge, a next-generation execution architecture designed to support autonomous manufacturing operations across highly-automated environments.

Artificial intelligence is to lead Taiwan's machine tool industry towards a dual digital and green transformation. The aim is to become a "collective intelligence" and a reliable partner for everyone.

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.

Machine tools, robotics and digital manufacturing will take centre stage when 35.Bi-Mu opens at Fieramilano Rho in October. The 2026 edition will combine technology showcases with new forums on aerospace, defence and energy, as well as skills initiatives and innovation awards designed to connect industrial production with future market opportunities.

At Arburg’s fully booked ALS User Meeting and Smart Factory Information Day, around 160 participants explored how digital tools, live demonstrations and expert insights can boost transparency, efficiency and competitiveness in production.

35.Bi-Mu is gearing up for its return to Fieramilano Rho on 13–16 October, with exhibitor registrations rising and a refreshed Tuesday-to-Friday schedule tailored to B2B visitors.