INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Mitutoyo becomes DMG Mori QP partner

Mitutoyo is now included in the ‘DMG Mori Qualified Products’ (DMQP) programme, with the goal of supplying combinations of high-end precision machine tools and in-line precision measuring systems to manufacturing companies. The Mitutoyo MiSTAR 555 is the most suitable CMM for this purpose because it was designed for factory-floor applications and able to operate at temperatures between 10 and 40°C. Dr Masahiko Mori, president and CEO of DMG Mori, and Shigeyuki Sasaki, acting president of Mitutoyo Corp, sealed this partnership during the recent DMG Mori open house in Pfronten, Germany.

More information www.mitutoyo.eu

GrindingHub set for US

GrindingHub, a major grinding and surface finishing exhibition hosted in Germany, is expanding internationally. The very first GrindingHub Americas will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, on May 18-20, 2027. “With next year’s GrindingHub Americas, we are setting up the first and only specialist trade fair in North America dedicated exclusively to grinding technology,” says Sebastian Esswein, board member for Messe Stuttgart. “The great thing about Cincinnati is its prime location at the heart of key production clusters, particularly for the automotive and aerospace industries.” 

More information www.grindinghub.de/en

Display of technological strength and leadership

More than 39,000 professionals from nearly 65 countries attended the BIEHM international machine tool exhibition in Bilbao earlier this month. The 33rd edition continued to drive the industry forward with a demonstration of technological strength and international leadership, as stated at the closing press conference.

“BIEMH 2026 has become the first major international showcase of the year for advanced manufacturing, anticipating the key trends that will shape innovation in the sector,” said Xabier Basañez, General Director of BEC. “It has also done so at a time when the industry needs an extra boost.” A total of 1543 exhibitors from 34 countries gathered at BIEMH. The next edition will take place on 6-10 March 2028.

More information http://www.biemh.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com/en

DN Solutions Opens Additive Solutions Centre

DN Solutions, the world’s third-largest and South Korea’s leading machine tool manufacturer, is celebrating the official opening of its first Additive Solutions Centre (ASC) in Europe. Located in Gütersloh, Germany, new R&D centre marks a major milestone in the strategic focus of DN Solutions on additive manufacturing technologies.

Going forward, the company’s global additive business will be managed from this site. The close integration of 3D printing and CNC technology increases the efficiency of production processes and shortens the development cycles of new manufacturing processes for customers and partners. Spanning approximately 1000 m², the new facility will host training sessions and live demonstrations. It will also support the integration of turnkey projects.

More information www.dn-solutions.com

AkzoNobel offers top-sustainability powder coatings

AkzoNobel has introduced Eco+, a new designation that brings together its most sustainable powder coating solutions from the Interpon and Resicoat portfolios under a single, clearly defined framework. The Eco+ portfolio is designed to help customers more easily identify coating technologies that deliver measurable sustainability benefits while maintaining high performance.

Eco+ products are powder coatings that provide verified improvements in key sustainability areas while also supporting operational efficiency. The solutions are designed to reduce energy consumption, minimise waste and lower carbon emissions, while extending product lifespan and improving process productivity. By consolidating these technologies under one designation, AkzoNobel aims to provide greater transparency and confidence when selecting sustainable coating solutions.

To qualify for Eco+ status, each product must demonstrate measurable sustainability performance against clearly defined, data-backed criteria. Every product included in the portfolio delivers at least one of six recognised sustainability benefits. These include reduced energy consumption through lower curing temperatures and faster curing cycles, increased productivity through single-layer systems and fewer processing steps, and reduced waste during manufacturing and application.

Additional benefits include lower material consumption through improved coverage and right-first-time performance, extended product lifespan through highly durable coatings, and reduced carbon footprint through smarter raw material selection, including bio-attributed resins.

According to AkzoNobel, powder coatings are already among the most sustainable coating technologies available. With Eco+, the company aims to make it easier for customers to understand where sustainability can deliver tangible value, whether through improved efficiency, reduced energy use or longer service life.

The Eco+ portfolio spans multiple industries, including architecture, automotive, domestic appliances and general industrial manufacturing, providing solutions such as low-temperature curing coatings, enhanced corrosion protection and highly durable finishes.

More information www.bit.ly/3OYj8kf