Inspection belongs at the point of manufacture. By moving measurement closer to the machining process and by using rapid, robust systems, manufacturers can meet tough takt time targets, reduce scrap and improve process capability — without inflating costs.

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 JEC World 2026 in Paris, Cannon unveils Nexus, a composite mould system that redefines thermoset temperature control. By integrating heating elements directly into the mould structure, the technology delivers temperature ramp-ups of up to 30°C per minute, cuts energy consumption by more than 70 percent and boosts efficiency by 25 percent compared to conventional fluid-based systems.

At Mach 2026, Citizen Machinery will showcase its patented 4-axis LFV chip-breaking technology to a broad UK audience for the first time. The low frequency vibration system synchronises tool movement with spindle rotation to eliminate stringy swarf, reduce cycle times and enable uninterrupted lights-out production, even in demanding materials.

A new manufacturing alliance is set to accelerate the scale-up of In-Mold Structural Electronics for automotive applications. TactoTek has signed a partner agreement with Symbiose to expand industrial capacity within the IMSE ecosystem.

Global additive manufacturing revenues climbed to 24.2 billion dollars in 2025, but the latest Wohlers Report shows a market in transition rather than in acceleration. Growth is increasingly driven by services and higher utilization of installed capacity, while regional disparities and tighter investment conditions reshape the competitive landscape.

6K Additive signed a global long term supply agreement under which Siemens Energy will supply spent nickel alloy powder from its additive manufacturing facilities for use as feedstock in the company’s proprietary Unimelt microwave plasma production system.

Expanding its cleanroom moulding capacity in Europe, MGS has acquired Denmark-based Knudsen Plast A/S. The move strengthens regional supply chains and enhances support for pharma, diagnostics and Medtech customers across Central and Eastern Europe.

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.

Researchers at Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon have created a water-based, room-temperature 3D printing ink made mostly from upcycled lignin that needs no heat curing. Printed parts can be recycled simply by adding water, enabling repeated reuse and a potential step toward circular additive manufacturing.