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Goodfish Group has reached agreement with Schneider Electric to acquire Schneider’s UK extrusion and assembly business at Flint, UK. Once completed (expected to be October 2024), the business will operate as Goodfish (Flint) Limited, alongside other manufacturing businesses in St Asaph, Cannock and Worcester.

Walter has expanded its Xtra-tec XT milling cutter range to include new diameters, introducing the M5250 helical milling cutter. This latest addition offers high performance and process reliability, with reinforced insert pockets, individual tooth cooling, and versatile insert options.

In 2026, Nortec will be held under the motto “Production. Innovation. Future”. With a clear focus, a shorter duration and a fresh image, the Trade Fair for Manufacturers wants to strengthen its position in the industry.

Module Works releases the 2024.08 update of its digital manufacturing software, introducing new features and enhancements to boost safety, efficiency and quality in toolpath generation.

Markforged has introduced the FX10 Metal Kit, a new print engine that enhances its FX10 3D printer with metal printing capabilities. This development marks the FX10 as the world's first industrial 3D printer capable of printing both metal filaments and advanced composites with continuous fibre reinforcement.

The German machine tool industry faces its lowest order volume since late 2020, with a significant drop in orders in Q2 2024 compared to last year. While domestic demand shows resilience, international orders have plummeted.

Weiler Abrasives has added several new options to its professional performance lineup of Toroflex cutting, grinding and combination wheels. The new Toroflex Pro+ and Pro Inox & Metal cutting, grinding and combination wheels are designed to help cut through inefficiencies, safety issues and labor shortages that prevent companies from doing their best work.

The combination of pharmaceutical and technological expertise makes Braunform an important partner for medical production. At Fakuma 2024, the mould maker will be presenting an injection mould that reflects the company’s know-how in an impressive way.

Metrology expert Automated Precision has launched two new 3D scanners: the I-Scan-Magic Composite 3D Scanner and the I-Scan-Lite 3D Blue Laser Line Scanner. These innovative devices offer advanced features like dual laser technology, high precision, rapid scanning and portable design, making them suitable for a wide range of scanning needs in various industries.