Germany — Formnext is to enable the world of additive manufacturing and the next generation of industrial production to finally come together again in Frankfurt on 16 to 19 November 2021. To account for developments in the ongoing pandemic, the trade fair is now offering exhibitors flexible planning and reservation options, including an early-bird discount that will be valid until 16 April.

No, additive manufacturing will not replace mass production processes any time soon. However, as a supporting technology, it can improve mould-making processes drastically, upgrading manufacturing efficiency.

While solid carbide tools represent the traditional tool choice for small diameters, today's indexable tools present several advantages over one-piece solid tools. The manufacturer Iscar offers various indexable insert options for these applications.

Germany - Be it hybrid parts, infusion technology or gear knobs – at Lefo Formenbau, the latest machines of GF Machining Solutions erode complex injection moulds for manufacturing everyday objects. GFMS technology convinced Lefo to be the right solution provider for their needs.

The decision was long anticipated. Now there is clarity. In view of the continuing problems associated with the pandemic, Moulding Expo 2021 will not take place.

Austria — Like in most industries, standardisation can enable substantial time and cost savings in the hot runner sector as well. With the FH hot runner mould, Meusburger offers a standard solution consisting of a complete mould base including a hot runner system.

Germany — “Networking — three in one” is the motto of the Metav digital which will be opening its virtual doors on March 23. Almost 80 exhibitors from six countries will be taking part. It is the first exclusively digital event for metalworking organised by the VDW (German Machine Tool Builders' Association), Frankfurt am Main.

UK — Crossen Engineering, a specialist in both toolmaking and parts production for injection moulding and pressing/stamping operations, has invested in a new Sodick AD35L spark-erosion machine from Sodi-Tech EDM. The machine, which arrived in December 2020, is now busy producing mould and press tools for a range of important medical projects.

Germany — The business climate and the order situation are improving for industrial enterprises. Now is the time for companies to generate fresh impetus with new and further developed solutions. Deburring Expo is set to offer a platform to this end in the fields of deburring technology and precision surface finishing, and is scheduled be held later this year.

Germany — Plant closures and project cancellations result in more used machinery being sold. At the same time, the high market momentum in times of crisis require flexibility in the planning of production capacities. When new projects are confirmed at short notice, new production capacity is needed quickly. The advantage of direct availability increases the demand for used machines.