Digitalization & Industry 4.0

Mazak will showcase advanced machine tool, automation and digital solutions designed to help manufacturers increase throughput and do more with fewer resources at IMTS 2026, Sept. 14-19 at McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois in booth #338300. As production demands accelerate across key industries, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to boost output while managing labor and cost […]

At Hannover Messe 2026, Siemens has announced significant expansions to its Industrial Edge ecosystem, accelerating data and AI integration and releasing enhanced cybersecurity functionalities. These enable a seamless integration of IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments, optimize processes and reduce operational disruptions. “Siemens Industrial Edge is evolving into a comprehensive platform that combines AI, security […]

ENCY Software has released version 2.8 of ENCY, its CAD/CAM system, and ENCY Robot. According to the company, the release brings faster toolpath calculation, more flexible background verification, improved simulation behavior, and a set of practical usability and stability updates. Background simulation during toolpath calculation ENCY calculates the machining result and runs checks during toolpath […]

  ModuleWorks announces that ISCAR, a leading manufacturer of precision metal cutting tools and the largest company in the IMC Group, is adopting the Manufacturing Data Exchange Specification (MDES). Through this adoption, ISCAR plans to make its tooling data available in the open MDES format, enabling CAM software and CNC systems to integrate ISCAR tools […]

Modern manufacturing continues to evolve at an unforgiving pace.

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced has developed a technology that uses a digital twin to correct machine-tool errors in real time on machine tools equipped with computer numerical control (CNC). For more on machine automation, see this related guide. Tests showed that the technology, created in collaboration with RWTH Aachen University in Germany, can reduce errors […]

As the Formula 1 season kicks-off, Vericut said it powered the precision behind the grid.With the engines roaring to life and a new Formula 1 season underway, fans focus on the drivers, race strategy, and the action on track. Yet behind every car competing on the grid lies another high-stakes race, one driven by advanced […]

The EZ-SmartTower from Lyndex-Nikken is a machine tracking solution that is designed to increase machine shop efficiency by streamlining ROI analysis of machine tools. The EZ-SmartTower provides real-time machine analytics, empowering businesses to make data-driven decisions and maximize productivity – with no specialized expertise required. The EZ-SmartTower enables machine shops to seamlessly monitor and analyze […]

When machining component features like deep pockets, long bores or intricate internal cuts, tooling setups with long overhangs are usually unavoidable.

With sensitive intellectual property, global supplier networks and connected technologies, the aerospace industry must make cybersecurity a priority.

Shop floor connectivity is no longer the future.

Machining integrations help shop make decisions proactively