The new generation of the Seco Octomill 06 Face Milling Cutter provides significant improvements to ease-of-use, flexibility and stability. The cutter ensures self-centering of inserts for reliable, error-free positioning and incorporates a multi-insert pocket design that accommodates a variety of insert types for a range of applications. Easy to use and reliable Octomill 06 self-centering inserts allow operators to quickly and securely position inserts with high repeatability. The use (…)
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Laser micro-machining
Evosys Laser honoured with TOP 100 Award
Technology leader in the field of laser welding of plastics once again wins innovation competition. Evosys Laser GmbH from Erlangen has once again come out on top in the TOP 100 innovation competition and now bears the TOP 100 seal 2025. The award is only given to particularly innovative medium-sized companies that clearly stand out from the competition in the five evaluation categories The award is based on a scientific selection process led by innovation researcher Prof Dr Nikolaus (…)
Innovation
DÜRR FEEDS 2-COMPONENT PAINTS DIRECTLY INTO THE RETURN SYSTEM
Dürr’s latest innovation enables direct 2K varnish return in the atomizer, eliminating VOC emissions, successfully used in two lines for a year. Until now, significant amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) were released into the paint booth during flushing and color changes with mixed two-component (2C) paint systems. In conventional processes, residual paint is flushed forward into a funnel or directly into the washout, leading to VOC pollution in over 70 percent of the booth air. (…)
Automation
SCHUNK PRESENTS ELECTRICALLY DRIVEN 5-AXIS CLAMPING SYSTEM KSX-E
With the KONTEC KSX-E, SCHUNK is launching the first 100 percent electrically driven 5-axis vise with infinitely programmable clamping stroke – another future-ready component for the digitalized and energy-efficient production. Digital technologies create more energy-saving, efficient and flexible manufacturing processes. They are key components for a “Healthy Factory,” a production facility that is both healthy and economically successful. With this goal in mind, SCHUNK is also making (…)
Software
HMS Networks launches Ewon Cloud and Ewon Edge, transforming industrial remote connectivity for large machine fleets
With the introduction of Ewon Cloud and Ewon Edge, HMS Networks strengthens its industrial remote connectivity solutions, delivering scalable, secure connectivity for businesses managing large fleets of machines. This new solution combines HMS Networks´ established expertise with a customer-centric approach, enabling operators to streamline machine monitoring and maximize operational efficiency. The Ewon product line from HMS Networks is globally recognized for its reliability in (…)
Robotics
ROBOTICS AWARD 2025: Three companies nominated for their groundbreaking innovations
A high-caliber jury of experts in robotics has announced the list of nominees for the coveted ROBOTICS AWARD 2025. The award honors companies that are driving pioneering developments in industry with their robot-assisted automation and logistics solutions. This year, three companies have made it onto the shortlist. The winner will be announced on 19 February during the HANNOVER MESSE Press Preview. The jury has selected three companies from among the numerous entries submitted from (…)
Software
Siemens elevates automotive and aerospace simulation with new Simcenter updates
Updates to Simcenter streamlines workflows, accelerates aerospace certification processes and provides deeper insights. Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today the latest update to its Simcenter™ portfolio, delivering advancements in aerostructure analysis, electric motor design, gear optimization, and smart virtual sensing. These enhancements are designed to streamline workflows, accelerate certification, and provide deeper insights into system performance. “These updates (…)
Tooling
HANDS FREE TOOL CHANGES FOR SMARTER MACHINING
Here Peter Pettersson, Product Specialist at leader in metal cutting tools and manufacturing solutions, Sandvik Coromant, unveils more about the company’s latest innovation in automatic tool changes. Imagine a factory where the lights are off, not because no one is home, but because automated systems are working around the clock to keep production lines running with minimal human intervention. These futuristic setups are quickly becoming a reality, with touchless tool changes at the core (…)
Tooling
New Seco Helical Milling Cutter delivers three times longer tool life
The new Seco LN4-11 Helical Milling Cutter provides up to three times longer tool life per edge and boosts productivity to achieve the lowest cost per part. The cutter ensures high material removal rates in applications requiring a helical milling cutter 32 - 63 mm in diameter. Economical and user-friendly The LN4-11 provides shops several avenues to cut costs and improve profitability. Its adaptability to a variety of applications enables shops to reduce tooling inventories and costs. (…)
Motion
Kollmorgen expands functional safety support with SafeMotion™ Monitor upgrade
Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, today announced the latest update to its SafeMotion™ Monitor (SMM) firmware: SMM2.0. This upgrade allows OEMs to leverage SMM functional safety features with more encoder and motor types to support a wider range of applications such as material forming, multi-axis measurement equipment, food processing and food packaging. Originally standard for the 2G Motion System, SMM2.0 will now be compatible with all motors that feature any (…)