Visitors to K 2025 can look forward to a wide-ranging technology showcase from Krauss Maffei. From the debut of the all-electric PX injection moulding series and the innovative CFP process to automated assembly solutions and large-format additive manufacturing, the company will demonstrate how it is driving efficiency, digitalisation and sustainability in polymer processing.

With automation demand rising, Mitsubishi Electric introduces user-friendly robots designed for easy integration and to counter the shortage of skilled workers.

Inovatools has published its new main catalogue for 2025. The trilingual edition presents around 14,000 products, including expanded tool families and “First Choice” recommendations for a wide range of machining applications.

AI meets laser precision: Scanlab and 1000 Kelvin join forces to revolutionize metal additive manufacturing with intelligent, real-time control of laser paths and thermal behavior — unlocking faster, higher-quality, and first-time-right production for complex geometries at industrial scale.

CAD/CAM company Ency Software will officially unveil Ency 2.0 and the full Ency X ecosystem at EMO Hannover 2025. The updated Ency 2.0 system introduces a redesigned user interface, a new tool assembly editor for mill-turn machines and material-aware feeds and speeds.

In 2024, the 3D printing space saw challenges and slower growth, with several prominent materials players exiting the industry. In the long-term, there are still key trends within the additive manufacturing industry that will drive the uptake of this technology, according to ID Techex in their latest report.

Rising costs, shrinking cycles, tougher quality demands — today’s manufacturers face challenges on all fronts. In this environment, copper alloys are gaining ground as a proven solution. They promise faster cooling, longer mould life and reliable quality.

At Metalshow & TIB 2025, Simtek will showcase advanced cutting tool solutions including 3D-lasered chip geometries, the Simmill 9W milling system, and length-adjustable holders — highlighting innovations for precision machining and small-diameter applications.

Southeast Asia is emerging as a key player in the global plastics value chain. From booming EV and medical tech markets to breakthroughs in bioplastics and recycling, ASEAN countries are positioning themselves as innovation hubs for sustainable and resilient supply chains. K 2025 will spotlight the region’s dynamic developments — and the opportunities they hold for global industry players.

To better serve the global extrusion market, Guill Tool has expanded its lab capabilities with the creation of Guill Labs. The labs include the company’s state-of-the-art rheology lab and a facility focused entirely on the extrusion process.