The high-tech company Trumpf is supporting the aviation industry in its efforts to reduce greenhouse gases. With 3D printers and lasers, aviation companies can save a lot of weight in aircraft manufacturing and produce more efficient engines.

Rapid CNC Services, a new subcontracting machine shop based in Stockton-on-Tees, is targeting advanced 5-axis machining projects with the support of Yamazaki Mazak.

Fraunhofer IWU introduces innovative Wire and Fiber Encapsulating Additive Manufacturing (Weam/Feam) and Automated Cable Assembly (Auca) technologies, enabling the direct integration of wiring, sensors and fiber optics into components. These advancements simplify manufacturing, reduce manual labor, and offer new possibilities for efficient and customizable designs.

This year's Formnext showcased the latest breakthroughs in Additive Manufacturing, focusing on innovative applications, sustainable practices, and advancements across the production process. Industry leaders presented solutions aimed at addressing evolving manufacturing challenges and opportunities.

At the Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show 2025, from February 4th to 6th at Farnborough, Vericut will unveil its latest advancements in simulation and verification software. Highlights include Vericut 9.5 with enhanced tool wear tracking, real-time CNC connectivity and improved automation.

When it comes to demoulding complex undercuts, mould makers often use multi-level tools to clear elements that obstruct the demoulding direction. At Groth in Vlotho, mould makers rely on high-quality latch locks from the extensive range of their standard parts partner, Knarr, to drive such tooling solutions.

Production solutions with robotic automation are on the rise: With their help, a fast and low-manpower flow of parts can be established within a site — thus reducing unit production costs and increasing production reliability and quality. In this example, Emag links pick-up machine technology with highly individual robot solutions designed within the requirements of the workpiece and the production process. What are important details?

Software company Module Works announces the successful testing of its digital manufacturing software components on a Snapdragon ARM processor running Windows. The results confirm the stability and performance of the software on the ARM architecture, opening the prospect of running high-end CAM solutions on energy efficient platforms.

Japanese technology company Asahi Kasei will exhibit its broad range of diversified material solutions at Fakuma 2024 from October 15-19 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Highlights include a novel thermoplastic elastomer for improved recyclability of automotive interior parts and a cellulose nanofiber composite for high-performance 3D printing.

At Formnext 2024, Replique unveils its expanded industrial sourcing platform, now featuring a broader range of manufacturing options like forging, casting and injection moulding. Highlights at the booth include a 3D-printed containment valve for pharmaceutical use, developed with Zermec Pharma, and a new, assembly-friendly rollator from Rehamed Power.