LK Metrology has introduced a new range of Ethernet-ready laser scanners for co-ordinate measuring machines. The sensors are designed to accelerate automated dimensional inspection and 3D surface digitisation.

With Flow Beyond 2026, Oerlikon HRS Flow will bring together plastics industry experts in Italy to explore future trends in injection moulding, from automotive surface quality and AI-supported production to PPWR compliance, recycled materials and live technology demonstrations.

With the inaugural Formnext Defence Summit, Formnext is creating a dedicated platform for additive manufacturing in security and defence. The event will focus on industrial 3D printing as a strategic technology for resilient supply chains, decentralised production and security-related applications across EU and Nato countries.

Gewefa UK has rebranded as Nydaloxe Precision to reflect its development from a former subsidiary into an independent tooling specialist. The company now represents a wider portfolio of German and Swiss manufacturers, supplying toolholding systems, driven and static tool holders, angle heads and related services across Britain and Ireland.

Rising demands on machining productivity, process reliability and cost efficiency are shaping Inovatools’ AMB 2026 presence. The German tool manufacturer will show five new solutions for drilling, milling and reaming, aimed at helping users machine challenging materials more efficiently and future-proof their production.

Digitalisation, automation and smart production will shape Arburg’s presence at Fakuma 2026. Under the Smartest Factory theme, the company will show how machines, software, robotic systems and digital services can be combined across the plastics processing value chain to increase efficiency, improve transparency and reduce unit costs.

The latest release of Vericut combines faster simulation, expanded AI assistance, smarter workflows and machine-level accuracy, while Icam Post V27 brings AI-powered guidance, regression testing, and streamlined post-development tools.

The APSX-PIM V3 from the United States is designed to close the gap between concept and production. The benchtop injection moulding machine enables prototype and small-series production of thermoplastic components without requiring companies to invest in large-scale production systems at an early stage.

Machining transparency and workflow stability are the focus of Ency Software’s version 2.9 update for Ency and Ency Robot. The release adds new operation statistics, expanded machining report options and updated license administration, while also improving usability for multi-axis, lathe and cladding operations and resolving more than 180 issues across simulation, toolpath calculation, data import and reporting.

Manufacturers looking to improve machining performance will be able to discuss tooling strategies directly with Dormer Pramet at AMB 2026. At its stand in Hall 3, the company will present recent developments in turning, milling, drilling and threading, while its specialists offer practical guidance on tool life, productivity and process reliability.