At AMB 2026, Open Mind Technologies will present the latest Hypermill CAD/CAM enhancements and the Hummingbird MES. The focus is on efficient machining, automated deburring, AI-supported CAM programming and integrated tool management for more productive manufacturing.

From agricultural drones to wearable exoskeletons, material choices influence weight, energy consumption and manufacturing costs. At Fakuma, Lehvoss will present four applications showing how specialised compounds can replace metals, simplify production and reduce material use.

Matching machining accuracy to the application can open up alternatives to large CNC machine tools. Fives’ Liné Machines Robo TDM targets large components with tolerances around 0.1 mm, combining robotic flexibility with milling, trimming and drilling capabilities. Development trials reportedly cut cycle times by up to 70 per cent in trimming and milling.

Producing decorated car key covers involves more than injection moulding. At Fakuma 2026, Arburg will demonstrate how film decoration, laser marking and robotic finishing can be integrated into a single automated production cell using recycled PC/ABS.

In casting production, surface refinement is more than a finishing step — it is a decisive productivity factor. Customized shot blasting systems and advanced turbine technologies help manufacturers balance throughput, energy efficiency and durability under increasingly demanding conditions.

With HCL CAM Works 2025, HCL Software extends its CAM portfolio into the 3D Experience Solidworks environment. The new release connects CAM programming, data management and collaboration in the cloud, while enhanced machine-aware functions bring CNC simulation directly into the programming workflow.

Automation for CNC-class applications requires more than standard robotics. CNC Solutions has developed a Technology Package that seamlessly integrates CAM, motion control and robot execution. By combining offline programming, CNC-style control and high-precision robotics, the system delivers predictable multi-axis performance and significantly reduces commissioning time.

At K 2025, Arburg will celebrate the world premiere of its new Allrounder 475 V – a compact vertical machine with 1,000 kN clamping force, high energy efficiency and flexible automation options. Designed for sectors from e-mobility to medical technology, it demonstrates how sustainable, high-quality parts can be produced efficiently in turnkey systems.

Ultrasonic cleaning is becoming a key enabler for stable, high-precision electrochemical machining. To meet growing demands for cleanliness and process reliability, ECM specialist Vulic ECM now integrates tailor-made ultrasonic modules directly into its machining systems.

The latest Module Works 2025.08 release brings new functions to digital manufacturing. With a focus on process stability, efficiency and part quality, the update introduces intelligent features that aim to make machining both faster and more reliable.