Anca’s Female Machinist of the Year 2025, Nayeli Martínez, brings precision, creativity, and persistence to tool design — showing how systems thinking and teamwork drive innovation in manufacturing.

At Mach, Mazak will present its complete offering across the manufacturing ecosystem: from the very latest in machine tools and smart automation systems to connected technologies, all of which can operate in unison to help customers take their next step towards increased productivity while remaining secure in their operations.

DMG Mori’s second-generation Lasertec 65 DED hybrid 2 combines directed energy deposition, 5-axis machining and in-process measuring in a single setup.

The online exhibitor directory for AMB 2026 is now available and offers advanced filters by applications, technologies and industry themes. Together with the themed grounds plan and updated AMB app, the tool is designed to help visitors plan their trade fair visit more efficiently across all ten halls of Messe Stuttgart.

Hurco Europe reported strong results from Mach 2026, with orders worth more than £1.5 million taken on the stand and over 200 quotations now being prepared. Automated production cells, 5-axis machining solutions and driven-tool turning centres drew particular interest, underlining demand for smarter, more accessible CNC automation.

Pre-Met is expanding its in-house toolroom with new investment in wire erosion technology, as the British specialist gears up for its next wave of high-value manufacturing opportunities. With precision tooling capacity increasing and fresh enquiries emerging from demanding sectors, the company is positioning its toolmaking expertise as a strategic growth driver.

German toolmaker Horn has expanded its slot broaching portfolio with new type 117 inserts for internal diameters from 9 mm, targeting higher tool life and lower cost per cutting edge.

Large parts, one-hit machining and more flexibility on the shopfloor: with the new DMF 600|11, DMG Mori is expanding its portfolio for demanding XXL applications.

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.

With a focus on in-house design and manufacturing, Vomat is promoting process-stable cooling lubricant filtration for precision metalworking.