Hybrid machining is setting new standards in grinding technology. At Grinding Hub 2026 in Stuttgart, manufacturers such as Vollmer, Studer and Liebherr will showcase how combining grinding, erosion and laser processes boosts precision, reduces downtime and can deliver productivity gains of up to 70 percent.

Designed for use in compact high-speed machining centres, Ott-Jakob’s new Power-Check Micro measures the clamping force in small spindle interfaces like HSK E15 to E20. The lightweight, battery-powered device supports preventative maintenance and helps ensure precision, tool stability, and process reliability.

Grinding Hub 2026 will spotlight how artificial intelligence, sensor technology and closed-loop automation are redefining precision grinding. From unmanned “grind-measure-grind” production to smart process control and new applications such as humanoid robot components, the Stuttgart show promises a clear view of grinding’s shift toward self-optimising, data-driven manufacturing systems.

From hybrid machine tools to AI-driven robotics and automated post-processing, additive manufacturing is entering a new phase of industrial maturity. A look at current technologies shows how AM is becoming a reliable, scalable element of modern production.

Elastic bonded diamond grinding wheels combine extreme hardness with flexible bonding to enable ultra-fine, contour-preserving surfaces. At Grinding Hub 2026, experts from industry and research will show how these smart finishing tools are pushing the limits of precision machining, efficiency and surface quality.

The universal grinding machines in Emag’s UG Series combine proven grinding technology with a cost-efficient machine base. They are designed for users who are looking for a sophisticated solution for internal, external and out-of-round grinding and expect flexibility, precision and process reliability.

With the new MSC 5 Duo, Emag presents a compact, two-spindle CNC turning center tailored for automated, cost-efficient batch production. Debuting at EMO 2025, the machine combines proven technologies, integrated automation, and precise machining — all at a reduced capital investment.

At Formnext 2025, DMG Mori highlights its strategy for industrialising metal additive manufacturing. The focus: hybrid DED systems, modular SLM machines with reduced downtime, and digital tools for seamless process integration.

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

With the new Umill 1000, Emco closes the gap between its Umill 750 and 1500 models — a versatile 5-axis machining centre combining milling and turning in one compact, high-performance solution.