EDITORIAL ROUNDUP

A five-axis machining suitable for all machine shops

Covering a floor space of 240 m², the stand (20-160) of XYZ Machine Tools is shining the spotlight on the new XYZ 400 UMC, a model the company believes will bring five-axis machining capability to every machine shop. Highlights include the machine’s 400 mm tilt/rotary table driven with Japanese gear cam mechanism, integrated 25.7 kW chilled spindle and 800 x 600 x 510 mm travel.

One of the key features of this high-precision machining centre is how easily it converts from a 4+1 multi-face capable machine to a five-axis simultaneous solution. This is achieved by upgrading to the Siemens Sinumerik One control with 22” touchscreen and Shopmill conversational software. Also new from XYZ is the KMX 2500 bed mill with a three-axis version of the KMX control that allows users to program not only X and Y but also the Z axis.

More information www.xyzmachinetools.com

Automation, five-axis machining and industrial AM

With the largest stand in its history of exhibiting at MACH, Matsuura is presenting a major showcase of advanced automation, five-axis machining and industrial additive manufacturing on stand 20-130. A major focus is the MAM72-70V PC6 multi-axis machining centre, which combines rigidity, stability and accuracy with Matsuura’s automation expertise. Also in the spotlight is the MX-520T PC7 versatile and palletised five-axis mill-turn machine and the MX-330 PC10 10-pallet automation system, both in live machining action. Elsewhere on the stand, the HP FDM 3D printer makes its debut appearance.

More information www.matsuura.co.uk

Inspiring, Innovating and Connecting Manufacturing

As the UK’s longest-running exhibition of its kind, MACH 2026 brings together over 500 exhibitors to showcase a broad range of manufacturing technology solutions. The show’s unique scale and scope make it an essential event for the sector, providing a platform for innovation, collaboration and industry insight. The five-day event provides attendees with a not-to-be-missed opportunity to explore the latest advances.

MACH 2026 (NEC Birmingham, 20-24 April) offers live technology demonstrations, expert-led insights, and practical, sector-specific solutions. Attendees leave equipped with actionable knowledge and inspiration to enhance their businesses and drive innovation, helping them find solutions to their manufacturing challenges and prepare for the future. The event also features an inspiring free seminar programme led by industry experts.

More information www.machexhibition.com

Milestone Reached

Over 250 manufacturing leaders have now been equipped to lead digital transformation through Made Smarter North West’s flagship skills programmes. The milestone reflects growing demand among SME manufacturers to invest in people as well as technology.At the heart of this achievement are Made Smarter’s two flagship leadership programmes, Leading Digital Transformation (LDT), a three-month course for senior leaders to develop digital strategies, and Leading Change for Digital Champions (LCDC), a shorter programme equipping operational teams to deliver change on the ground.

More information www.bit.ly/4s50e9b

€1m Global Expansion

An Exeter, UK-based large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) machinemanufacturer is targeting a €1m global expansion after it put pen to paper on a new deal with Aivox. Rapid Fusion, which is already supplying its solutions to customers in Australia, Dubai, Greece and the US, is looking to break into the Italian market by joining forces with one of the country’s leading innovation and technology experts.An exclusive partnership agreement has been signed that will see the firms unite to showcase Rapid Fusion’s range of LFAM systems to clients involved in architecture, fashion, medtech and the vast Italian naval market.

More information www.rapidfusion.co.uk