Metalcam's Fikus Plus 24 has been designed to offer new levels of flexibility and productivity. The ability to machine in four continuous milling axes allows complex parts that were previously impossible to produce, with automatic roughing and finishing. The six axes in wire EDM allow support for new machine accessories to achieve greater flexibility, speed and quality in this type of machining.

In-Comm Training, based in the West Midlands/UK, has reported a 35 percent increase in the recruitment of engineering apprentices this September. This surge reflects a growing interest in vocational learning and apprenticeships in the engineering sector of the region.

Module Works and Cetim have partnered to integrate Self-Driving CAM technology into Cetim's Techni Quote software, aiming to simplify and accelerate cost estimation in milling operations. The collaboration seeks to automate workflows and make estimates more accurate by utilizing toolpath data.

Tooling 2000, a leader in automotive tooling based in Birmingham, takes a bold step into the future with a 1.8 million pound investment in cutting-edge machinery and additional staff. The move aims to meet growing demand for complex components and expand into new sectors like renewable energy.

Driven Engineering, a subcontractor with a significant focus on Formula 1, has diversified its portfolio with an investment in cutting-edge metrology technology from LK Metrology. The company's new Altera C 10.7.7 Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) has not only increased its workload in the F1 sector but also improved its component inspection capabilities for aerospace, automotive, and general engineering projects.

UK-based CAD specialist PTC will see Neil Barua, the current president of its Service Lifecycle Management business, succeed James Heppelmann as CEO in February 2024.

PTC has announced a major cloud breakthrough for its computer-aided design (CAD) solution. Building on their capabilities for model-based definition, simulation-driven design and advanced manufacturing, the software as a service (Saas) includes real-time design collaboration tools to enable multiple team members to review, explore, and edit product designs.

The CAD/CAM software supplier Cimatron has released version 2024 with stronger core capabilities across all areas of the product, while incorporating new technology through collaboration with Sandvik Coromant. Cimatron 2024 simplifies and automates many tasks for tool designers for higher productivity and more options for digital connection.

Tool and mould making in China is benefiting from the positive development of its customer industries. Here we provide an overview of the most important players in the market.

At the EMO 2023, the German software manufacturer Schott Systeme will demonstrate the significant performance enhancements of version 3.10 of its Pictures by PC-CAD/CAM software, with special focus on mould and model making.