Tooling specialist Big Daishowa announces two new lightweight angle heads: a version for tools with a diameter between 0.25 mm and 6 mm and a version optimised for high-torque threading. These new models complement the existing range, which is designed for general machining applications.

IMTS 2024’s Software Sector is set to showcase over 120 exhibitors and introduce numerous technology innovations. Key exhibitors like Siemens, Hexagon, and others will present advancements aimed at optimising machine and business performance.

The IMTS will take place from September 9-14, 2024, in Chicago, showcasing global industry innovations in advanced and traditional manufacturing, robotics, automation, and digital transformation. WFL will present the M50 Millturn, known as the “WFL power pack,” at their booth.

CMS Cepcor has significantly upgraded its quality control by acquiring an Altera M Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) from LK Metrology. This state-of-the-art CMM offers precise and repeatable inspections down to two microns.

A British start-up has launched the world’s first, infinitely reusable moulding technology — Polymorphic moulding. The company’s technology can shapeshift in under 20 minutes, producing zero tooling waste and making usable parts 14 times faster than 3D printing.

Bringing together a number of its hardware automation, digitalisation software and services, Siemens will present the new path towards digitalization for machine tool users and machine builders at IMTS 2024.

In many areas of application, it is uneconomical to use oversized universal cylindrical grinding machines for the external machining of smaller components — a lot of floor space is lost and the functionality is not fully utilized. With the new WPG 7 CNC external grinding machine, Emag Weiss demonstrates another way of grinding workpieces with a maximum length of 250 millimeters.

From September 10 to 14, 2024, the metalworking industry will converge at Messe Stuttgart for the AMB exhibition. WFL will amongst others showcase the M20-G Millturn, designed for compact and powerful machining, and the M50 Millturn, featuring live demonstrations of aviation and power generation part machining.

The specialist for advanced metrology solutions, Automated Precision, announced the release of its redesigned XD Laser and the all-new wireless Swivel Check. According to the company, these innovations mark a significant leap forward in machine tool calibration, delivering enhanced performance and user convenience.

Digitalisation is inching its way into the metal working industry, with innovative solutions poised to revolutionize traditional processes. Despite initial hesitance, exhibitors at AMB 2024 highlight the rise of integrative digital approaches.