A new laser welding solution from Trumpf makes the production of power electronics for electric cars more efficient and reliable. The company has developed a highly automated process that enables customers to weld copper electrical conductors directly onto copper busbars. Manufacturers can now replace the screw connections traditionally used with this new technology.

“The key lies in the interplay between laser, sensor technology, AI and data,” says Woo-Sik Chung, responsible for the new laser welding solution at TRUMPF. “Only when all components work in perfect harmony can highly automated and stable processes for series production be realised. The entire process takes well under a second and is therefore designed for high-productivity series production.”

More information www.trumpf.com

Mitutoyo’s QuantuMike MD-E, a high-speed, high-accuracy digital micrometer, has won an iF Design Award 2026 in the ‘Product Design’ category. The iF Design Awards is a respected international design competition evaluated by an independent panel of experts. Receiving this award highlights Mitutoyo’s ongoing commitment to innovation, design excellence and the continuous development of products that meet evolving customer needs.

With a spindle feed of 2 mm per revolution, Mitutoyo says QuantuMike MD-E is four times faster than conventional micrometers, while accuracy is ±1 μm. According to Mitutoyo, the accolade recognises not only the technological achievements of the QuantuMike MD-E, but also the company’s dedication to advancing precision measurement solutions for modern industry.

More information www.mitutoyo.eu

The board of directors at machine tool manufacturer Chiron Group has appointed Roman Gaida as its new CEO, effective 1 July 2026. The move sends a clear signal regarding the company’s international expansion, a stronger focus on customer needs and a consistent commitment to profitable growth.

“With Roman, the Chiron Group is gaining a CEO who combines strategic clarity, international leadership experience and deep technical expertise,” explains chairman Dr Armin Schmiedeberg. “His career path – from his roots in CNC machining through senior leadership roles to the global management of international organisations – makes him a valuable and forward-looking addition to our leadership team.”More information www.chiron-group.com

Stratasys’ parts-on-demand business, Stratasys Direct, has been selected to take part in the US Department of War’s (DoW) Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptability (JAMA) IV Pilot Parts Programme, a multimillion- dollar initiative to accelerate qualification and deployment of 3D-printed parts across military platforms and systems.

“In 2025 Stratasys saw double-digit annual revenue growth from aerospace and defence, demonstrating that AM is a becoming a key capability for defence sustainment and supply chain resilience,” says Foster Ferguson, vice president – industrial business unit, Stratasys. “Stratasys Direct already ships over 100,000 parts annually to the defence industry, and programmes like JAMA will accelerate qualification of parts so organisations can deploy them faster across operational platforms.” 

More information www.stratasys.com/en/stratasysdirect