At AMB 2026, artificial intelligence will move from trend topic to practical tool for metal working. VDMA’s Guido Reimann explains where AI is already delivering value in mechanical engineering, what still slows implementation and why digitalisation, AI, digital twins and open-source software will shape the next phase of industrial competitiveness.

Grainger & Worrall is returning to growth after securing more than 30 million pound in new orders from defence, energy and aerospace customers. The Bridgnorth-based casting specialist is now investing 1 million pound in new technology and recruiting 30 staff as it expands beyond its core automotive business.

Meusburger is expanding its range of standardised active parts for stamping technology. The solutions are designed to simplify strip guiding and positioning, reduce design effort and downtime, and help manufacturers make stamping processes more cost-efficient.

A first rise in orders is giving Germany’s machine tool builders some breathing space. But weak investment, lower capacity utilisation and falling exports show that the sector is still far from a sustained recovery.

With its new blow-out container, Nonnenmann offers injection moulders and maintenance teams a practical solution for purging temperature-control channels safely and cleanly. The closed system collects residual water or temperature-control oil, reduces aerosols and splash water, and helps protect moulds against corrosion, deposits and unnecessary maintenance.

Existing roll grinders are becoming the focus of a deeper collaboration between Pomini Tenova and Siemens. The partners are combining process expertise, CNC technology, automation and digital tools to modernise machines for higher productivity, predictive maintenance and increasingly autonomous operation.

With a new automatic bag emptying station, Wittmann is increasing the efficiency of supplying injection moulding machines with plastic granulate ...

On 17 and 18 June 2026, the traditional Juniális event took place at Arburg’s Hungarian subsidiary in Budapest. The highlight was the market launch and live presentation of the new electric Allrounder Trend in Hungary. The event also focused on the topics of automation, digitalisation and energy efficiency. In an interview, Laszlo Csizmadi, Managing Director of Arburg Hungária Kft., explains why this event, which attracted well over 100 participants, was such a resounding success for everyone.

The UK and Irish EDM market has gained a new sales and service channel as Whitehouse Machine Tools takes on the Mitsubishi Electric agency for wire-cut and die-sink EDM systems, supported by dedicated technical expertise and local service infrastructure.

Virtual tool design takes centre stage in Anca’s 2026 awards programme. The company has opened entries for #AncaTooloftheYear2026, focusing on digitally developed cutting tool concepts, while also continuing its Female Machinist of the Year award to recognise women advancing precision manufacturing.