Module Works strengthens its global marketing leadership with the appointment of Clinton Perry. The seasoned Autodesk and Delcam veteran takes charge of a 17-person team, aiming to expand the company’s international visibility and industry impact ahead of EMO 2025.

At EMO 2025 in Hannover, Mitutoyo will showcase its latest metrology solutions, including CMMs, form and vision measurement systems and digital tools for smart manufacturing.

From the dawn of CNC to the era of AI, EMO has mirrored five decades of technological change in manufacturing. This retrospective by technology journalist Nikolaus Fecht traces the trade fair’s journey from its 1975 debut in Paris to its role today as a showcase for digitalisation, automation, sustainability and cutting-edge innovations in production technology.

At EMO Hannover, Paul Horn will demonstrate high-precision machining on four advanced machine tools, highlighting techniques for lead-free materials, aluminium and complex components. Visitors can also explore the company’s latest tooling developments, including the new sintered chip breaker geometry for challenging materials.

At the forthcoming EMO 2025 show workholding equipment manufacturer Roemheld will present its comprehensive suite of digitalised workholding solutions, which allow manufacturers to integrate their clamping processes into an Industry 4.0 factory environment.

At EMO 2025, Heller will showcase how artificial intelligence is being integrated into its machining centres to support operators, enhance production planning, and enable predictive maintenance.

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.

From cobots and autonomous mobile robots to AI-powered assistance systems: At EMO Hannover 2025, automation takes centre stage as the machine tool industry searches for flexible, user-friendly solutions to boost productivity, compensate for skills shortages and enhance quality assurance.

At EMO 2025, Open Mind will showcase its Hypermill CAD/CAM suite and Hummingbird MES as key enablers of connected manufacturing — featuring live turn-mill demonstrations and insights into digital process integration at Booth A41, Hall 6.

At EMO 2025, Anca will present a range of new products and services designed to help cutting tool manufacturers overcome current challenges such as skilled labour shortages, changing market conditions and increasing demands for resource efficiency.