AM Solutions – 3D post processing technology is expanding its portfolio with the S1 Basic, a compact system for the automated cleaning and surface finishing of 3D-printed polymer components.

ABB Robotics has launched its first fully automated grinding and polishing cell: the Omnivance Collaborative Surface Finishing Cell.

With Flow Beyond 2026, Oerlikon HRS Flow will bring together plastics industry experts in Italy to explore future trends in injection moulding, from automotive surface quality and AI-supported production to PPWR compliance, recycled materials and live technology demonstrations.

Automation company Güdel adds two additional degrees of freedom to heavy-duty robotic grinding applications through its Trackmotion Vertical (TMV) and Trackmotion Floor (TMF) systems. This allows a single robot to maintain consistent contact pressure and path speed across massive surfaces that would otherwise require multiple robots or complex part repositioning.

Japanese cutting tool expert Tungaloy has expanded its Tungmeister series with a new face milling head geometry for non-ferrous metal machining. What this means for surface finish and productivity.

A tougher aluminium oxide structure helps the new Ruby Dark stone retain its shape and cutting characteristics during extended polishing cycles. Boride developed the abrasive for controlled material removal and consistent finishes in precision mouldmaking applications.

New cutting-tool developments from Tungaloy, Horn and Dormer Pramet address different stages of the machining process. Common development priorities include reliable chip control, fewer tool changes and stable machining under demanding conditions.

Replacing the cutting head while retaining the carbide shank could lower tooling costs when machining aluminium and plastics. Horn’s modular DM40 PCD end mill combines interchangeable heads with cutting tips that can be resharpened up to twice.

Automating gate removal and deflashing requires tools that can withstand demanding cutting loads. Pushcorp’s new STC0440-BT40 robotic spindle combines a 30 kW servo motor with standard BT40 tooling compatibility for foundry and casting applications.

Frequent changeovers in high-mix, low-volume production can reduce machining centre utilisation. At AMB 2026, Roemheld will demonstrate how its modular FSS clamping system automatically adapts to free-form workpieces, reducing the need for dedicated fixtures and lengthy setup procedures.