A lifelong motorsport enthusiast, RPH Manufacturing’s Richard Haim found his perfect match in Hurco’s VM-series machining centres. Combining speed, precision and smart programming, the machines power the subcontractor’s just-in-time production and drive innovation across its workshop.

Following strong market signals at Imtex 2025, CAD/CAM specialist Ency Software has launched a fully owned subsidiary in Pune. With India’s industrial sector accelerating, the company aims to meet rising demand for integrated digital manufacturing solutions and build a local partner network.

Digitalization and AI will play a central role at EMO Hannover 2025, where exhibitors and experts will present practical solutions for smarter, more efficient manufacturing. The focus will be on data-driven processes, machine connectivity, predictive maintenance and addressing skills shortages through intelligent support systems.

Streamlining CNC inspection, LK Metrology's new range of affordable tool storage racks enhances efficiency by enabling automatic probe and sensor exchanges on CMMs. With more ports than competing systems and compatibility across multiple machines, these racks optimize tool organization, reduce damage risk, and extend equipment lifespan.

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.

HCL Software introduces CAM Works for 3D Experience Solidworks, enhancing cloud-based collaboration and CNC programming flexibility. With Machine Aware Programming and expanded simulation capabilities, the latest release helps identify issues earlier in the process, improving productivity and part quality.

Anca honours innovation and talent in precision tooling once again in 2025 with its international ‘Tool of the Year’ and ‘Female Machinist of the Year’ awards, celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and the growing role of women in the industry.

LK Metrology has unveiled the Surfacer SRP, a high-precision surface roughness probe that integrates seamlessly into any CMM cycle. Designed to eliminate the need for separate roughness checks, the plug-and-play sensor enables comprehensive, automated inspection in a single setup.

Stark Spannsysteme, a company belonging to the Roemheld Group, wants to dispel many doubts about digital clamping options ....

Module Works has made a strategic investment in AI-driven startup Toolpath Labs, aiming to accelerate the development of intelligent machining software. Together with partners like Kennametal, the collaboration focuses on boosting automation, efficiency, and smarter decision-making across the manufacturing sector.