EDITORIAL ROUNDUP

Custom lasers

Two manufacturers of laser technology, Trotec Laser and eurolaser, are combining their strengths by entering a sales partnership. The aim of this co-operation is to offer customers even more targeted advice and to provide optimally tailored system solutions based on the long-standing market experience of both companies. Trotec Laser and eurolaser have decades of expertise in the field of CO₂ laser processing. While Trotec impresses with a broad portfolio of systems for engraving, marking and cutting in small and medium formats, eurolaser specialises in large-format, precise cutting of non-metallic materials.

More information www.eurolaser.com

ModuleWorks Invests in Toolpath Labs

ModuleWorks, a global specialist in tool-path generation, simulation and automation software, has invested in Toolpath Labs, a company leveraging AI to optimise the machining industry. The investment is part of a round of strategic investment in Toolpath Labs led by cutting tool manufacturer Kennametal – and joined by Leaders Fund. It builds on the technology partnership announced between ModuleWorks and Toolpath Labs in September 2024. The latest funding is intended to accelerate further the development and deployment of AI-driven user-centric solutions for the manufacturing sector.

More information www.moduleworks.com

Craig Pyser becomes chair at AMUK

Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK), a UK trade association representing the additive manufacturing and 3D printing sectors, has appointed Craig Pyser, CEO of AMufacture, as its new chair. The announcement follows the departure of outgoing chair Stewart Lane, who stepped down in April to concentrate on his duties as vice president of the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) – AMUK’s parent organisation. Pyser says: “Having been involved in the 3D printing and additive manufacturing industry for many years, I relish the opportunity to play a key role in shaping its future. Chairing AMUK enables me to do that.”  

More information https://additivemanufacturinguk.org.uk   

Horn Technology Days “complete success”

Cutting tool manufacturer Horn held its 9th biennial Technology Days open house at its Tübingen headquarters in Germany last month. Attended by around 3300 visitors from 33 countries, a total of 50 partner companies also took part in the event. Some 20 demonstration components were machined live on various machines using Horn tooling.

Visitors were able to expand their knowledge during six specialist presentations entitled ‘Mastering processes in theory and practice’, which were combined with the live machining demonstrations. Topics included machining aluminium with PCD tools, machining small bores, grooving, parting-off, form grooving and turn-milling. Those wanting more detail were able to take part in moderated demonstrations in three live production areas.

More information www.horn-group.com

Design and Engineering Showcase

Among the key focus exhibitions of Smart Manufacturing Week (4-5 June, Birmingham NEC) is the Design & Engineering Expo, dedicated to designers and engineering professionals from all tiers of the supply chain looking to reduce costs, streamline and optimise future strategy. Attendees can uncover the latest technologies, learn from those breaking engineering boundaries and connect with suppliers to gain a competitive edge.

The Design & Engineering Expo will gather cutting-edge technological advancements and educational thought leaders so that engineers from all disciplines can discuss and learn about issue-solving from peers. Visitors can discover information on essential subjects like software, connectivity, IOT, VR, AI, data-led design, CADCAM, prototyping, and more.

More information www.smartmanufacturingweek.com