Europe’s new packaging law arrives as its food supply chains are under strain

Every food and beverage product entering the EU market now needs a signed Declaration of Conformity, and for many manufacturers, new ‘forever chemicals’ PFAS substance tracking to go with it.

Döhler Group expands its North American presence with the opening of Döhler Canada

Döhler Group has established Döhler Canada, a new legal entity located in Toronto, Ontario. The expansion strengthens Döhler’s presence in North America and underscores its long-term commitment to customers across the Canadian food, beverage, and life science & nutrition markets.

Human–machine collaboration elevated by machine vision

Machine vision – as the “eye” of production – performs a variety of inspection tasks, reads text and codes, and controls robot movements, among other functions. The advantage is clear: automation makes processes more efficient, and quality increases because machine vision operates more accurately and faster than any human could.

Natural pigment solutions for replacing artificial pigments

Replacing artificial pigments has become an irreversible trend in the beverage industry, with natural pigments emerging as the optimal solution

Sarla Aviation scales urban air mobility with Siemens Xcelerator

Siemens supports Sarla Aviation in accelerating electric air taxi development through an integrated digital thread

Thailand Positions THECA 2026 as Asia's gateway to advanced electronics, AI and future mobility

As artificial intelligence (AI), data centers, cloud computing, electric vehicles and smart manufacturing continue to reshape the global economy, demand for advanced electronics, semiconductors and next-generation manufacturing technologies is growing at an unprecedented pace.

Why maintenance matters more than ever in laser manufacturing

How data-driven maintenance strategies are helping manufacturers reduce downtime, improve productivity and uncover hidden cost savings

Compact systems, big gains in precision measurement

OGP's StarLite S1 video measurement system delivers fast, accurate dimensional inspection, helping manufacturers improve quality control, streamline metrology workflows and maintain productivity in precision manufacturing environments.

Hybrid welding opens new possibilities for thick duplex steel fabrication

German researchers are developing an advanced laser-arc hybrid welding process that improves productivity and weld quality for thick duplex stainless steels, benefiting offshore, shipbuilding and heavy industrial fabrication applications.

AI changes the way machinists choose tools

Tungaloy's AI-powered assistant simplifies cutting tool selection, helping engineers quickly identify optimal tooling solutions through natural language, improving machining efficiency, productivity, decision-making and overall manufacturing performance.

Aerotech sees South East Asia driving the next wave of semiconductor innovation

Richard Teo, Director, APAC, Aerotech Inc discusses how AI, advanced packaging and precision motion control are reshaping semiconductor manufacturing, highlighting Southeast Asia's expanding role in the global supply chain and future growth opportunities.

Integrated automation drives the next stage of high-mix manufacturing

CHIRON Group showcases how integrated machining, automation and digital manufacturing solutions are enabling manufacturers to improve productivity, flexibility and efficiency, supporting the next generation of high-mix, precision production environments.