Machining

3DEO, a Los Angeles-based leader in design, engineering, and metal additive manufacturing (AM) solutions, has appointed Scott Dennis as the company's new chief executive officer (CEO).

Shipments of cutting tools, measured by the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled in a collaboration between AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI), totaled $209.3 million in August 2024. That represents an increase in tool orders of 9.1% from July to August of this year, but down 4.5% from August 2023.

Nidec Corporation plans to construct a technical center to exhibit a comprehensive lineup of its machine tools on Nidec Machine Tool Corporation's premises in the city of Ritto, Shiga Prefecture.

Tool presetting offers manufacturers increased efficiency and precision, reducing downtime by optimizing the tool setup process before machining begins.

Switching to hydraulic chucks and ER collets improved machining quality and productivity, proving toolholders are as crucial as machines.

Quaker Houghton's QH Fluid Intelligence platform enhances coolant stability and efficiency for OEMs.

The global heavy equipment market is projected to grow at a 4.4% CAGR, driven by advancements in automation, telematics, and infrastructure investments.

Vertical turning systems now integrate functions like grinding, combining precision and automation to handle tight tolerances in electric vehicles and jet engines.

Hanna Lye has been appointed Vice President Brand, Marketing and Communication at Seco. She will report to Stefan Steenstrup, President Seco, and become a member of the Seco Management Group.

GROB Systems Inc., a global supplier of manufacturing systems and machine tools, will host an Aerospace Technology Day, together with industry partners Concepts NREC, Emuge-Franken USA, Open Mind Technologies, Seco, and Third Wave Systems at GROB's North America headquarters and production facility.

Horizon MIcrotechnologies, a supplier of innovator in hybrid microfabrication solutions, is participating in the upcoming TechBlick Event, "The Future of Electronics RESHAPED," taking place in Berlin on October 23-24, 2024.

FormAlloy Technologies, Inc., a leader in metal additive manufacturing technology, opened its new Application Development Center. This state-of-the-art facility, designed to foster innovation and collaboration, officially opened its doors in July.