General Shop Equipment & Supplies

OSG USA Inc., St. Charles, Illinois, has promoted Jeff Tennant to chief executive officer for the OSG North America Group, wich includes OSG Canada, OSG Royco, and Amamco. Tennant also will serve as president and CEO of OSG USA and continue to serve as a member of the board of directors and as an executive officer of the OSG Corp. representing the OSG North American Group.

Renishaw plc Co-founder David McMurtry has died at age 84. The Gloucestershire, U.K.-based company he began with the invention of a touch probe in 1973 now has more than 1,800 patents and some 5,000 employees across 36 countries. McMurtry invented or co-invented more than 150 of the engineering firm's products.

Southfield, Michigan-based thyssenkrupp Materials NA has acquired Cobotix Manufacturing Inc., a precision metal fabricator that specializes in working with copper and aluminum.

Vollmer is focusing on the future with and expanded management team. Starting January 1, 2025, Tobias Trautmann will join the management team.

Sieglinde Vollmer, affectionately known as "Fräulein Vollmer" ("Miss Vollmer"), celebrated her 100th birthday on November 30, 2024, and marked the occasion at the Technology and Training Center of the cutting tool specialist Vollmer in Germany.

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REGO-FIX Tool Corp. displayed a range of products designed to enhance efficiency, precision and flexibility in toolholding and automation during IMTS 2024. From advanced vibration monitoring systems to autonomous tool-changing solutions, REGO-FIX demonstrated its commitment to pushing the boundaries of manufacturing technology.

Beginning with the PermaClean coolant tank accessory that eliminates sludge, Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions President Karl Kleppek highlighted key developments to the company’s full automated filtration system on display at the Jorgensen booth during IMTS 2024. 

At the United Grinding booth during IMTS 2024, the company unveiled its latest innovations in remote service and machine monitoring technology, designed to streamline customer support and improve machine management for manufacturers.

ANCA Inc. showcased its latest technological advancements at its booth during IMTS 2024, highlighting innovative solutions designed to enhance precision, automation and efficiency in cutting tool production. The booth featured several key technologies, including its new Smart Work Steady system, a Technology Tunnel display within the ANCA booth, the MicroX Ultra, and the EPX-SF edge preparation system.

Mastercam, a global leader in CAD/CAM solutions, has appointed Russ Bukowski as interim President, effective Dec. 16.

Cincinnati Incorporated, a provider of built-to-order machine tools, announced that Timothy Warning will be stepping down as president & CEO effective Jan. 1, 2025. At that time, Alan Oak will assume the company's leadership position.