Hot runner manufacturers have introduced a range of innovative products and solutions in 2024, designed to improve injection moulding processes. Their advancements focus on boosting efficiency, reducing waste and increasing production flexibility.

Set to take place from September 22 to 26, 2025, EMO will once again gather key players from the global metalworking industry under the theme Innovate Manufacturing. The event will showcase innovations across the entire value chain, from machine tools to automation and digitalization, continuing its five-decade legacy of driving productivity and industry transformation.

With its new awards formant, Formnext honors talents and innovations in Additive Manufacturing. For the first time, the Formnext Awards will be presented across six categories — ranging from young innovative companies to sustainable business ideas and pioneering technologies.

Yamazaki Mazak's annual December Open House, taking place from 3-5 December, will spotlight the company’s emphasis on collaboration with customers to drive productivity and profitability. Themed Team Mazak, the event will feature over 20 live-cutting machines and four automation systems.

The 29th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing closed in Friedrichshafen as a great success. 1,639 exhibitors presented their innovations in the fields of efficiency, sustainability and circular economy in twelve almost fully occupied halls and nearly booked-out foyers from the 15th through the 19th of October, 2024.

The 34th edition of BI-MU, the premier international exhibition for machine tools, robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing, wrapped up on 12 October at fieramilano Rho. Despite global economic challenges, BI-MU saw an 8.5 percent increase in participation compared to 2022.

3D printing company Ultimaker, a global leader in 3D printing, today announced the launch of the Makerbot Sketch Sprint. This new 3D printing solution has been designed specifically for use in educational institutions.

Roemheld (UK) has introduced a new range of hydraulically-actuated, double-acting arch clamps for securing moulds and dies in various industrial machines, including plastic injection moulding and die casting.

Horn has launched the D1122, a new solid carbide drilling system designed for high-performance machining of steels and cast materials. All models are equipped with internal coolant supply for optimized performance.

Deep hole drilling is a specialized area within metal cutting, involving unique challenges such as maintaining optimal coolant flow, efficient swarf removal, and achieving minimal hole deviation. Machine tool manufacturer WFL meets these demands with precision-engineered solutions, including cutting tools made from solid carbide or indexable inserts, along with intelligent process monitoring systems.