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The Lyndex-Nikken EZ-AutoCart machine tending solution empowers machine shops to easily automate the tending of CNC lathes, mills, and similar machines, significantly boosting spindle time and enhancing overall machine efficiency. As a FANUC Authorized System Integrator, the Lyndex-Nikken EZ-AutoCart powered by the CRX-20iA cobot to provide a seamless “plug-and-play” solution for automated CNC machine tending.
Tungaloy and NTK Cutting Tools merging
Tungaloy Corporation and NTK Cutting Tools announce that, effective January 1, 2027, NTK Cutting Tools will merge with Tungaloy, marking a new chapter for both organizations. The merger is subject to compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Following the merger, the integrated organization will operate under the Tungaloy corporate name, while retaining the NTK Cutting Tools brand.
Additive tungsten carbide grade for next-gen tooling
Kennametal Inc.'s new technology, KAF82 TM, is an exclusive 10% cobalt, fully dense tungsten carbide grade designed for additive manufacturing and advanced metal-cutting tools. The company says it is the first additive manufacturing, fully dense tungsten carbide grade of its kind to be commercialized at scale and with proven performance for metal-cutting applications.
Kennametal debuts additive tungsten carbide grade for next-gen cutting tools
Kennametal Inc. launched a new 10% cobalt grade tungsten carbide that the company says is a "breakthrough in additive manufacturing" that enables the rapid production of custom carbide hole-finishing tools with advanced features such as optimized cooling channels and complex geometries.
Hitachi Energy plans $528M Mississippi transformer factory
Hitachi Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. plans to build a new $528 million transformer manufacturing facility in Gallman, Mississippi, creating over 700 jobs. The Mississippi facility will be the cornerstone of Hitachi Energy’s around $1.5 billion U.S. manufacturing expansion program, the largest in the industry, increasing domestic production of transformers and other critical grid infrastructure to meet rapidly growing energy demand across the country.
US cutting tool shipments totaled $278.1M in July, up 29% from July 2025
Shipments of cutting tools totaled $278.1 million in July 2026. The value of shipments increased 2.8% from June 2026 and was up 29% from July 2025, according to data from the Cutting Tool Market Report, a collaboration between AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S.
Port mills & port kits | Scientific Cutting Tools at IMTS 2026
Sarah Christopher Falk and Todd White explain SCT port mills, interpolation and port kits for ferrous and nonferrous materials at IMTS 2026.
AI-robotic system for automated gear cutting tool inspection
Nidec Machine Tool America (NMTA) offers the RoboCam inspection solution. RoboCam is NMTA’s robotic camera solution for automated gear cutting tool inspection. Powered by artificial intelligence, the system evaluates cutting tool condition. RoboCam helps manufacturers improve efficiency while optimizing tooling performance and maintenance operations.
Students explore robotics and manufacturing careers at AUTOMATE 2026
Ann Wyatt joins students on the AUTOMATE 2026 show floor to explore robotics, hands-on learning and the possibilities in manufacturing.
Gleason showcases next-generation gear technology at IMTS
Gleason Corporation plans to exhibit its latest developments in gear design, manufacturing, and inspection technology, including closed-loop manufacturing and lights-out production at IMTS 2026, complemented by the Gleason Digital Ecosystem. Gleason’s gear technology experts will be available to discuss specific applications, such as the manufacture of gears for humanoid robots, aerospace and energy industries, as well as solutions addressing other key global trends shaping the future of gear manufacturing.
Star Cutter Expands Automation Capabilities of the T93XM-A Centerless Grinder
Farmington Hills, Mich., August 28, 2026 — Star Cutter has introduced the latest version of its Tru Tech T93XM-A High Precision Centerless Profile Grinder, featuring expanded robotic automation and redesigned software to support longer unattended production runs and simplify operation.
Automated weld seam preparation with AI grinding robot
At EuroBLECH in Hanover, Teqram will present a major enhancement to its EasyGrinder. The AI-powered grinding robot, already used for the automated finishing of cut sheet metal parts, can now also create and finish weld bevels. This marks another step toward fully automated weld preparation, specifically for manufacturers working with medium and heavy plate fabrication.
