CADCAM software developer Open Mind has established a new subsidiary in Seoul, Korea, to continue its course of international expansion. With Open Mind Technologies Korea, the company is strengthening its presence in Asia and creating a foundation for further growth.

“Korea is one of the most exciting and important markets in Asia, with a highly developed manufacturing industry and leading high-tech sectors,” says Volker Nesenhöner, CEO of Open Mind Technologies AG. “This dynamic economy offers ideal conditions for the use of our hyperMILL software.”

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Bruker Alicona, a global specialist in high-resolution optical 3D metrology, has undertaken the legal merger of Alicona Imaging GmbH and Bruker Austria GmbH.The unified entity, headquartered in Raaba/Graz, Austria, reinforces the company’s position within Bruker’s global network. The merger is purely legal; the Bruker Alicona brand remains unchanged, continuing its reputation for “Made in Austria” precision. General manager Urban Muraus heralds the move as a signal of confidence in production metrology.Founded as a Graz university spin-off, Bruker Alicona says it has grown to become a trusted industry partner.

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JPB Système, a French industrial player specialising in the design of self-locking fastening solutions for aircraft engines, has welcomed global private investment firm Ardian as a minority shareholder. Founded in 1995, JPB Système has established itself as a strategic partner to major global engine manufacturers (including Pratt & Whitney, Safran, GE and Rolls-Royce) thanks to its portfolio of patented products, industrial prowess and capacity for innovation. The group, headquartered in Seine et Marne, generates over 90% of its revenue internationally and employs nearly 200 people.

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Quaker Houghton’s HOCUT 4260 soluble coolant for metal-cutting applications has received additional global approvals from two aerospace and defence industry giants: BAE

Systems and Airbus. The company says the approvals validate the fluid’s performance capabilities in critical aerospace manufacturing applications and strengthen Quaker Houghton’s position in the aerospace market.

BAE Systems has approved HOCUT 4260 – a heavy-duty, boron- and formaldehyde-free metalworking fluid – for use in the grinding and machining of all aluminium alloys, steels and titanium deployed in BAE and F35 (Lockheed Martin) manufactured aircraft. Airbus has granted approval for machining plastics and composites, including unreinforced PA6, PA66, PEEK, PTFE, and non-continuous glass and carbon fibre reinforced materials.

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