MODIG, IBARMIA join forces at EMO 2025 to showcase over 150 years of combined innovation

Following the strategic alliance signed in 2024, MODIG and IBARMIA are proud to announce their first joint participation at EMO 2025, the world’s premier trade fair for manufacturing technology, taking place this September in Hannover, Germany.

KAPP NILES successfully certified according to VDA 6.4

KAPP NILES GmbH & Co. KG has implemented a management system at its Coburg and Berlin sites and has been successfully certified in accordance with the requirements of VDA 6.4. VDA 6.4 is a set of automotive industry regulations based on ISO 9001:2015 and defines specific requirements for manufacturers of production equipment.

High-capacity mold transport cart handles up to 25 tons

Toyotetsu's Gebze factory specializes in producing sheet metal parts for the automotive industry, utilizing large-scale presses and heavy molds. With molds weighing up to 25 tons, the facility required an efficient solution for transporting them between press lines. The operation had to navigate extremely narrow spaces and position the molds precisely at the press, demanding both precision and maneuverability.

Next-gen automation with system 3R’s transformer T3-600

The T3-600 pallet-based automation solution is designed to meet the demands of high-performance automotive manufacturing. With its high payload capacity and compact footprint, the T3-600 is ideal for handling heavy automotive components in machining and assembly environments. From engine parts to structural components, it streamlines pallet transport to and from machines, boosting efficiency across production lines.

Machining robotics redefined by SINUMERIK MTR

Siemens’ new Sinumerik Machine Tool Robot (MTR) brings machine tool-level precision to industrial robotics—ideal for automotive manufacturing. With up to 300% greater path accuracy and enhanced dynamic rigidity, the MTR enables high-speed, high-precision machining of tough automotive materials like steel. It’s perfectly suited for applications such as engine component processing, structural part finishing, and post-processing of 3D-printed metal parts.

A powerful multifunctional machining centre

Designed with the demanding needs of the automotive industry in mind, the UMILL 1000 is ideal for manufacturers and Tier-1 suppliers engaged in the production of precision components, complex parts, and high-value assemblies. Whether used in engine manufacturing, drivetrain systems, or structural components, the UMILL 1000 delivers the productivity, accuracy, and versatility essential for modern automotive production environments.

CEIA induction heating technology for automotive heat treatment

CEIA Induction Heating Systems are widely used in the automotive industry for a range of heat treatment applications, including hardening, brazing, and annealing of critical components such as gears, shafts, and fasteners. With stable output power and highly precise temperature control, CEIA systems ensure targeted heating limited to specific areas—preserving the metallurgical integrity of each part.

Threading solutions for aluminum and aluminum alloys

In response to growing energy efficiency and sustainability demands, the automotive industry is increasingly focused on reducing vehicle weight to lower fuel and energy consumption. This has driven the widespread adoption of aluminum and magnesium alloys, along with advanced injection and molding techniques that enable the production of lightweight yet mechanically robust components. To meet these requirements, tooling and coating technologies have evolved to support the machining of complex geo

Implementing sustainability permanently

Exhibitors at EMO Hannover 2025 present solutions and processes

Collaborating for machining success

Sandvik Coromant partners with Mazak and FANUC at METALTECH 2025

UCIMU reports challenging 2024 for Italian machine tool sector; modest recovery expected in 2025

The year 2024 turned out to be really complicated for the Italian manufacturing industry of machine tools, robots and automation systems, which experienced a heavy drop in almost all economic indicators. Only exports recorded a moderate increase.

UNITED GRINDING and GF Machining unite under UNITED MACHINING SOLUTIONS

UNITED GRINDING Group has completed its acquisition of GF Machining Solutions, forming UNITED MACHINING SOLUTIONS—an industry powerhouse with 15 brands and over US$ 1.5 billion in sales, making it one of the world’s largest machine tool manufacturers.