All designers who download product data worldwide on 3Dfindit are potential customers for component manufacturers. Cadenas has developed a tool that allows them to use this information for their sales strategy.

The UK's No.1 plastics event, Interplas is set to take place at the end of the month, on 26-28th September at the NEC, Birmingham. This year’s event, a celebration of 75 years of Interplas and its forerunners, will see over 530 exhibitors present on the show floor, alongside a host of conference sessions and features designed to elevate UK manufacturing’s knowledge of the latest plastics technology from around the globe.

Machine tool manufacturer Yamazaki Mazak is implementing a new UK sales structure to support the growing market demand for British-built machinery and bring the team closer to its customer base.

To expand production capacity and capabilities, Precision Micro invests in three new etching tools and dedicated semi-automated print frames.

At EMO Hannover, the Eppinger Group is presenting precise solutions around machine tools. New highlights from the three production sectors tool holders, rotary tables and gearboxes will be exhibited at Booth F41 in Hall 005. The latest version of the Quick-Lock BMT tool clamping system will also be on show for the first time.

The international trade fair for the metalworking industry, Metav 2022 will take place from 21 to 24 June in Düsseldorf, Germany. It will showcase the entire spectrum of production technology. One of the main topics at the stands will be energy-efficient metalworking.

Hot runner technology enables injection moulded parts with the highest surface quality, as required in particular by the automotive industry. In many applications, systems from Oerlikon HRS Flow support cost-efficient, material-saving production with highly precise process control.

To provide manufacturers versatility and high value, Seco has launched its new X-Head quick-change replaceable milling head system. With the system, users can quickly and easily change between various solid-carbide milling geometries and types to optimize milling operations while reducing manufacturing costs and tooling inventories.

Carbon fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP) are one of the most versatile composite construction materials. They combine the positive mechanical properties of their constituent parts.

Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, allows Seco Tools to create products that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to manufacture. The advantages include shorter lead times, improved tool life and increased sustainability.