The international provider of parts manufacturing services, Quickparts, has announced an update to its customer portal. This update includes new features such as an instant quote option for CNC machining projects.

To overcome various machining challenges and boost productivity, Seco has introduced new toolholders, PCBN inserts, round carbide inserts and extra-long solid carbide drills with enhanced versatility and tool life. These innovative products are aimed at applications ranging from general ISO turning to high-volume hard turning and deep hole drilling.

Get ready for more content than ever at Formnext 2023. The diverse program of supporting events will focus on a wide range of industry topics. The Service Provider Marketplace will celebrate its premiere this year and established events will be featuring new elements.

Flexible and cost effective, Automated Precision (API) is relaunching its “Try It and Buy It” programme, offering companies the unique opportunity to try its advanced laser tracker technology for two weeks at no cost.

CAD/CAM innovator Gibbs CAM has announced a new software release: Gibbs CAM 2024, designed to increase end-user productivity when programming advanced machining centres. The release includes a number of significant enhancements to its core strengths, while placing a greater emphasis on digital connectivity.

In front of a large audience, the winners of the Anca “Tool of the Year” competition were honoured for the sixth time at this year's EMO in Hanover. The winners and finalists from Germany, Poland, Turkey and England then celebrated the extraordinary contributions with over 100 professionals from the precision tool industry at a gala dinner.

Germany-based digital manufacturing company Replique, which focuses on creating simple and sustainable industrial processes, has used industry-leading HP Multi Jet Fusion technology to transform the way wheelchairs are designed and manufactured, making production more efficient, cost-effective and personalised for the end user.

Bofa Americas will be exhibiting its 3D printing filtration and atmosphere management technology at the inaugural Formnext Forum 2023 being held in Austin, Texas, from 28 to 30 August.

To expand production capacity and capabilities, Precision Micro invests in three new etching tools and dedicated semi-automated print frames.

Hurco has unveiled an enhanced VM30i Plus, a 3-axis VMC with a twin-screen Win Max control, a powerful 12,000 rpm spindle, and advanced software capabilities. The machine streamlines operations with features like continuous tool-material contact, real-time graphical simulations, and Tool Change Optimization, reducing tool changes and boosting run times.