Defects and pores would normally weaken metal parts. At the nanoscale, however, Caltech researchers found they can still deliver remarkable strength – opening new possibilities for ultra-small components in electronics, medical technology and space.

With an exclusive agreement in place, Rapid Fusion is entering the Italian market alongside Aivox. The partnership is designed to position the company’s LFAM systems in sectors ranging from architecture and medtech to fashion and naval applications.

Kistler has launched its optimized Maxymos BL 5867C process monitoring system for easier force-displacement monitoring in industrial manufacturing. The process monitoring system displays process curves in real time and is characterized by improved operability and extended options for integration into the production environment.

According to Speedpart, the printable plastic material Accura Xtreme Black helps meet current requirements in additive manufacturing.

With a new screw module in its Wiassist app, Wittmann aims to make machine selection faster and more precise. By calculating melt dwell time in the plasticizing unit, the tool helps processors avoid sizing errors that can compromise efficiency and part quality.

At Equiplast 2026, Arburg will present itself as a full-service partner for efficient plastics processing. Together with Moretto and HB-Therm, the company will showcase integrated solutions spanning injection moulding, automation, peripheral equipment and digital services, with the new electric Allrounder Trend and Gestica lite control system taking centre stage.

The merger of DN Solutions and Heller creates one of the world's most comprehensive providers of machine tool solutions. Customers will now have the advantage of being able to meet all their requirements with a single point of contact – from boring mills to 5-axis or turnkey solutions and automation systems.

With the GC1240, Sandvik Coromant is introducing the latest generation of indexable inserts for machining stainless steel, featuring a multilayer nano-coating applied via a PVD process.

Promoting more diversity in the industry, fostering young talents and creating better perspectives: K 2025 in Düsseldorf, makes a powerful statement with a dedicated event for women. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from others’ experiences and build valuable networks.

K 2025, the trade fair of the plastics and rubber industry, has set out to tackle the central challenges of our time and present concrete solutions from 8 to 15 October in Düsseldorf. This aim is also reflected by its guiding topics. One of them reads “Embracing Digitalisation”.