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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/fc/44/fc4431baf22faf49f91d695e7725b0de/0129227575v2.jpeg "Rejlek Group has commissioned a Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Intelect 130 with integrated SAM-C robot in Vienna, advancing energy-efficient, high-precision and sustainable injection moulding production. (Source: Sumitomo (SHI) Demag )")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ad/39/ad3982b17d8034c9134821a24e023d12/0128991046v2.jpeg "Alpla uses the extrusion blow moulding (EBM) process to manufacture innovative plastic packaging for various sectors in the FMCG market. (Source: Alpla)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2f/34/2f344c97b0e4a9613850f3bb3b519101/0129337496v2.jpeg "Die & Mould India Expo 2026 will spotlight the latest developments and advanced technological innovations in tooling, mould-making, plastic injection moulding, and precision manufacturing. (Source: Tagma)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d0/bd/d0bd3f70a8063a08274ed663509a1053/0129219028v2.jpeg "The Engel team presented the first autonomous injection moulding cell at Swiss Plastics Expo 2026. The solution reduces setup times, saves material and ensures consistently high quality – winning over the professional audience. (Source: Engel)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/50/7e/507e92bc6eb96c6646801c23695fd698/0128867905v2.jpeg "Branding plate for Alstom trains produced in series. (Source: Replique )")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/cd/8c/cd8c3ca788be29055f3af26645fa0262/0128810840v1.jpeg "New materials and enhanced sourcing controls extend Xometry’s marketplace capabilities for aerospace, defence and medical manufacturing. (Source: Noah Willman)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/40/59/4059f2264fa9693e048ee11050839486/0128700610v1.jpeg "By directly generating laser paths from implicit geometry, the hybrid toolpath drastically improves surface finish, mechanical strength, and computational efficiency for microscale lattices. (Source: Junhao Ding et al.)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/05/11/05119b92ebfd03919d063b254eec1b27/0129056177v1.jpeg "Setting up the FZP42 at Schütz (Source: Zimmermann)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9b/5d/9b5db33353f3e5a256e2f634ddc349c7/0129333056v1.jpeg "Browser-based simulation results showing improved cooling times after accepting SimForm's automated channel recommendations. (Source: Machine Works)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/0a/e1/0ae1b7a9cc45bf10ebcbce27be707eda/0129230371v1.jpeg "Vericut Optimizer is a standalone optimisation solution that works directly from NC code. (Source: Vericut)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f4/e9/f4e9eabb65e0b34fe9911620718ea8e2/0129055594v1.jpeg "HCL CAM Works 2025 integrates CAM programming into the 3D Experience Solidworks platform, combining cloud-based collaboration with machine-aware CNC programming. (Source: HCL Software)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ba/7b/ba7bc9220708dc4bd16b8c815db267c2/0128938301v1.jpeg "The certification from Solidworks positions Ency as a Solidworks-compatible solution for combined CNC and robot programming, supporting stable, synchronized processes from design through to manufacturing. (Source: Ency)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f9/ca/f9ca9cace88200a5ec0946f193264963/0129209504v1.jpeg "Neil Taylor, who has worked in the toolroom at Pre-Met for 20 years. (Source: Pre-Met)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2f/61/2f61dd20be68049fa2320a2e5aa860d7/0123789183v2.jpeg "from left to right: Sodick President Giuseppe Addelia and Vice President Salvatore Cocco (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c5/49/c54973f28495dada1c7605f913717341/0121533734v1.jpeg "The set-up of the complex parts on the new Sodick ALC600G (Source: Sodick)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/94/8f/948f81f46645691d1d90152ef605a0ae/0120806008v2.jpeg "Some of the billets clamped and ready for lights out machining at Bellcliffe. (Source: ETG)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/3e/fb/3efbcc73e59a0c19de0676cf569c6f28/0129201505v1.jpeg "A screen shot from LK’s online virtual showroom. (Source: LK Metrology)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9e/59/9e59861a06c0d20831e0d7d5191188ed/0129056166v2.jpeg "At Southern Manufacturing 2026, Carfulan Group is showcasing its full portfolio of advanced production and metrology technologies, including the first public presentation of OGP UK’s Smart Scope M7, alongside live demonstrations of additive manufacturing, optical measurement and tool presetting. (Source: Carfulan)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/41/93/4193f3985dc04080399cb574e810a79c/0128985792v1.jpeg "Faro Technologies and Creaform, both part of Ametek, reorganise their activities into two new business units. (Source: Creaform)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ce/94/ce94bd1d0acf451687549f8e3efdb07a/0128981060v1.jpeg "EMG offers a range of force and/or displacement management solutions combining force and displacement sensors connected to a display for 100 percent part control. (Source: EMG)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4a/3e/4a3ee5cd13d05629db9d3e88aa22ff01/0129103256v1.jpeg "Full-flow microfiltration to 3 to 5 µm, demand-based backwashing, precise temperature control, and modular system architecture make the cooling lubricant peripherals a real performance factor for the entire production chain. (Source: Vomat)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6b/b4/6bb456c148f06af9d65155da63665c22/0129102929v1.jpeg "Thanks to a dual spindle, hybrid machines can grind PCD tools (top) and erode them (bottom) in a single set-up, increasing efficiency in terms of both time and quality. (Source: Vollmer Werke Maschinenfabrik)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f3/4d/f34d32adcd63bdf5332e4d57ae75611a/0128850501v1.jpeg "The new AW Series Oil Mist Collectors from Filtermist (Source: Filtermist)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/7c/a2/7ca2adf016cad8d1de510c4df0ff57bc/0128810813v1.jpeg "Vomat, based in Treuen, stands for fine filtration technology in industrial metalworking, which not only sets technical standards but also impresses with its exceptional vertical range of manufacture. (Source: KSKOMM)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/57/9c/579c8e2bcff2e800a19fcb0926e574fa/0129056117v1.jpeg "Fortis mill grinding wheels from weiler abrasives are designed for hot and cold rolling mills, combining advanced ceramic grain technology with longer service life to reduce downtime and increase productivity. (Source: Weiler Abrasives)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4a/5f/4a5fd6bde5784db58812f15386c2126f/0126112832v2.jpeg "Boride Engineered Abrasives offers mould makers worldwide a complete toolkit for achieving top-quality surface finishes. (Source: Boride)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/87/3c/873c56a315b598e5491cef38d9ef72f1/0123364440v1.jpeg "The fully synthetic corrosion protection Z2690/… comes with NSF-H1 registration. (Source: Hasco)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/00/2a/002ad74723b737fd6e4729e3434f16ab/0123040413v1.jpeg "The Evo-Series features advanced technology for simple and efficient operation. (Source: Asco)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/6b/9c/6b9cab1e262f77caed8179ed3dc29807/0129104421v1.jpeg "GMH Gruppe has consolidated Kind & Co., Schmiedewerke Gröditz and Buderus Edelstahl into a unified Open-Die Forging Group, supported by a 30 million euro investment programme to strengthen Europe-based tool steel and forging supply. (Source: Oliver Pracht/ GMH Gruppe)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/39/a3/39a32d830d6bb6e4471c79e537c5ca52/chimei-ecologue-frosch-6000x3373v1v1.jpeg "The green frog represents the Ecologue portfolio at CHIMEI. It reflects the company's commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability – aiming to drive progress in various industries while also contributing to addressing global environmental challenges. (Image:CHIMEI)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2b/29/2b297a2773f13d3017fc6d49424a57b1/0127570680v1.jpeg "Dr Aphrodite Tomou heads up the technical department of Goodfellow (Source: Goodfellow)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/13/ec/13ece74e59d459301ea38becf80c9706/0129200881v1.jpeg "DN Solutions CEO Won-jong Kim (Left) with Heller CEO Thorsten Schmidt. (Source: DN Solutions)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/fe/9b/fe9b79ee842142ff26180132de72b2d5/0129103360v1.jpeg "Innova Engineered Plastics has expanded its Mexicali manufacturing site with new injection moulding capacity to meet growing demand for heavy gauge plastic enclosures in highly regulated industries. (Source: Innova Engineered Plastics)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2a/7e/2a7e5ced0986e88a6c24123fba954dee/0128871141v2.jpeg "Leadership transition at Hasco: Markus Büngers steps into the role of CEO. (Source: Hasco)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/1d/2a/1d2a6bc382131d8cc1f325617e1dced8/0128870377v1.jpeg "On 12 January 2026, Dr Volker Nilles took up the position as Chief Executive Officer of Arburg. (Source: Arburg)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/75/c3/75c3ef21662341729c21c8b5be54d0cc/0118539056.jpeg?v= "“Flowtracers” animate the filling details of the screening star in Sigmasoft. (Source: Sigma Engineering)")
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:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/17/65/17655bac83eff68a99c2193aac485dbc/0117979015.jpeg?v= "Sigma Econ enables process-dependent cost calculation, thereby providing the opportunity to determine the best compromise between quality, optimal process, and minimal costs. (Source: Sigmasoft)")
Article | Apr 23, 2024
Process simulation enhanced by realistic cost calculation
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/bb/c0/bbc0505a561d7e3b77daca172a5fbcca/0116081302.jpeg?v= "Sigma Engineering and Momentive Performance Materials have formed a strategic partnership to enhance the material data for silicone elastomers. (Source: Sigma Engineering)")
Article | Jan 16, 2024
Strategic alliance to improve precision in silicone elastomer processing
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/01/15/0115218764b94ed9db606ae7c39ab66c/0114213214.jpeg?v= "The mould insert (shown here in cross-section) had to prove itself in Sigmasoft Virtual Molding before manufacturing. (Source: Sigmastoft)")
Article | Sep 22, 2023
Cycle time optimisation through conformal cooling
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/60/9a/609a5f0d39c4f69646da525daccf3378/0113941347.jpeg?v= "Various simulation results presented using Sigma Interact. From top left to bottom right: tracer particles, complete tool, parallel coordinates chart, and warpage (Source: Sigmasoft)")
Article | Sep 7, 2023
Sigmasoft brings simulation from the CAE department to the office PC
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/61/01/610166ee7e35255d2d39f2c94eb3fdf3/0111353217.jpeg?v= "Temperature distribution just before demoulding, with conformal cooling from 3D printing on the left (only visible halfway trough), and conventional cooling on the right. (Source: Sigma Engineering)")
Article | May 9, 2023
Mould design: Simulation provides insight and reliable improvement
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/68/fd/68fdbee7e91781cd5aa9fa3b08e22c1c/0110015675.jpeg?v= "Timo Gebauer, CTO of Sigma. “This year, in shorter events, we are presenting individual parts and new possibilities of our software.” (Source: Sigma)")
Article | Feb 27, 2023
Free webinar series shows potential of simulation suite
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ff/4d/ff4d7fc63b6d431b8397607813c3850e/0109358634.jpeg?v= "Numerous projects prove the conformity of simulation and reality. (Source: Sigma)")
Article | Jan 23, 2023
Virtual moulding technology ensures quality from the start
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/96/31/96310a7f659f9ade749fa6a9e8b82789/0106842961.jpeg?v= "A newly designed ergonomic desktop was developed for the current version 6.0. (Source: Sigmasoft)")
Article | Sep 5, 2022
A detailed view into the mould
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1869200/1869241/original.jpg?v= "The new Sigmasoft release allows users a more accurate prediction and analysis of warpage. (Sigma Engineering)")