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Emuge-Franken Skiving Tools Improve Precision for Tool Grinding Machines

Emuge-Franken USA is showcasing its line of clamping and skiving tool solutions, designed to improve precision and accuracy in tool grinding machines.

A Personal IMTS Retrospective

Peter Eelman’s first job out of college in 1980 put him at IMTS as an exhibitor. He’s been running the show since 1996. This year’s event is his last.

Trends Shaping the Future of Moldmaking

The demand for high-precision molds produced with greater efficiency continues to fuel innovation in this critical manufacturing niche. Several industry trends and technological developments are driving advancement in mold manufacturing, which are being showcased at IMTS.

What Year Did a Robot Hand First Debut at IMTS?

Did you know that the show was postponed for WWII? Or that McCormick Place was expanded in the ’70s just to accommodate IMTS? A fascinating look at the show’s history from 1927 to today.

6 Sustainability Trends to Look for at IMTS

What sustainability trends can you find at North America’s largest manufacturing trade event? Find exhibitors and conference presentations focused on additive manufacturing, energy efficient operations, sustainable parts cleaning and more.

DN Solutions America Unveils Impressive Chicago Technical Center at IMTS 2024

New tech center is serving as a cutting-edge showroom and a technological hub for advanced machining applications.

CAM Software’s Place Serving Emerging Trends

SolidCAM aims to align its product development and customer engagement strategies to address the evolving needs and challenges of the manufacturing industry.

We've Got Your Weekend Covered

IMTS presents the perfect opportunity to explore Chicago. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast or simply seeking a good time, here are 10 must-do activities in the Windy City.

Coming to McCormick Place in April: Additive FOR Manufacturing at Formnext Chicago

New U.S.-based event announced in 2021 finally debuts next year: focuses on complete additive manufacturing value chain. More at formnextchicago.com.

Discover the Hands-On Opportunities at the Student Summit That Are Shaping Future Innovators!

The IMTS Student Summit welcomes students to engage in real world learning experiences from exhibitors like NASA, ARM Institute, The American Precision Museum and more.

Kawasaki Robotics Embarks on New Automated Horizons at IMTS

Kawasaki Robotics USA is debuting new products for both students and power users alike at IMTS 2024.

Chiron Group Unveils Virtual Showroom & Live Demos at IMTS 2024

Chiron Group combines the best of both worlds at IMTS 2024, featuring live demonstrations of their Micro5 and Mill 2000 machines, alongside a cutting-edge virtual showroom. This innovative approach allows visitors to explore Chiron’s full product lineup without the logistical challenges of transporting large equipment.

Sharing Stories and Insights Through IMTS+ Creators Lounge

At the IMTS+ Creators Lounge, attendees can attend live interviews from industry veterans and sponsors regarding advancement and innovation across the industry.

JTEKT Debuts Eight Machines at IMTS

Half of the 16 machines in the company’s booth are world or North American debuts.

Go Big or Go Home: Hwacheon Displays a Wide Variety of Machinery at IMTS 2024

Learn more about the variety of technology and machinery Hwacheon Machinery America, Inc. is featuring at its IMTS 2024 booth.

9 Culinary Staples in Chicago

Hungry after a long day at the show? Luckily for you, Chicago has plenty of culinary options to discover, near McCormick Place and beyond.

FANUC Details Robotic Vision, ROBODRILLS and More at IMTS 2024

FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.

AI, Data and the Digital Manufacturing Future

AI has the potential to reshape manufacturing software — but first, it will require data.

Seeking Custom Grinding and Automation with Weldon Solutions

Weldon Solutions is demonstrating three grinders at IMTS 2024. Though they differ in size and use case, all feature the company’s hallmark customizations.

Miles for Manufacturing 5K Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary

The Miles for Manufacturing 5K is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year, continuing its effort to raise funds for manufacturing and design programs in Chicago schools.

Digital Offerings Command Digital Presentations

An online portal and other digital solutions have been designed to enable machine shops to better manage their machine tool accessories.

New Look, New Feel, New Robots at System 3R

Are AMRs the next big trend in job shop automation? System 3R’s IMTS booth will emphasize both its specialty EDM tooling and its automation products, including an autonomous moving robot.

Tsugami America Introduces its Process Development Center

The PDC helps machine shops develop machining processes including quality verification while offering limited contract machining services, too.

How to Meet Aerospace’s Material Challenges and More at IMTS

Succeeding in aerospace manufacturing requires high-performing processes paired with high-performance machine tools. IMTS can help you find both.

Fives Machining Systems Hosts Daily Tech Talks

Fives Machining Systems will be hosting a series of tech talks at their booth this IMTS

Tooling Displays Now More Hands-On

Horn USA’s new booth concept is designed to enable attendees to (literally) get a better feel for its various tooling offerings.

Going Hands-On with Heidenhain and Acu-Rite Solutions

Heidenhain and Acu-Rite Solutions are offering several hands-on experiences at their booth this year, as well as internal components that reduce energy use.

SW North America Demonstrates Range of Machining, Automation Technologies

The company’s two in-booth demos include three types of types of robots, as well as a range of machine sizes and drive technologies.

SPS – Smart Production Solutions Accelerates IMTS Automation Sector

A partnership between Mesago Messe Frankfurt and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology is bringing a popular German automation show to the US.

Tooling Company Continues to Expand Offerings

Now representing six brands in North America, Platinum Tooling offers tooling and related accessories for a range of machine tool types, including CNC mills, lathes and Swiss-types.

The Role of Surface Finishing in Modern Manufacturing: Trends and Best Practices

You’re attending IMTS to advance your business. Regardless of your role in the manufacturing process, considering how your parts will be finished is crucial. This article can help you understand trends in surface finishing and better communicate with your finishing partners.

See Automated Workpiece Measurement in Real Time

User-friendly inspection software for CNC machining centers is shown monitoring measurements between and after machining while performing SPC based on recorded measurement values.

How Hurco Harnesses Automation

Hurco's automation services benefit a majority of small-to-medium-sized job shops that need to bring order to the chaos that comes from manufacturing a high mix of parts in small quantities. Hurco’s booth at IMTS 2024 features its advancements in automation and highlights a new partnership to offer its customers various solutions.

Sparks Fly as Supertec Machinery Debuts New Booth, New Tech

Supertech Machinery, Inc. is showcasing new technologies and a new look for its booth at IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show in 2024. And giveaways! Don’t forget about the giveaways!

Zoller Announces its Toolroom of the Year Winner

The manufacturer of presetting, measuring devices and tool management software held its 2024 Toolroom of the Year contest for all of its customers to showcase their use of the company’s technology.

Chicago After Dark: 7 Nightlife Attractions

Looking for something to do after a day at IMTS? With its diverse range of venues, attractions and experiences, there’s always something to do in Chicago after dark.

Tech Revolution Unveiled

From automation to AI, AMT’s Emerging Technology Center showcases game-changing advances in manufacturing.

An Insider’s Tips on IMTS

The man who organizes IMTS shares some thoughts on what to see.

5 Composites Megatrends to Discover On The Show Floor

Here at North America’s largest manufacturing trade event, composites play a crucial role – check out exhibits and talks geared toward topics like automation, additive manufacturing, post-processing, quality assurance and more.

First IMTS as SMW Autoblok’s President and CEO

Larry Robbins shares his views about industry trends and goals for continued expansion of the now multifaceted workholding solutions company.

Index Debuts Cost-Effective Turning Center

Index showcases a variety of machine tools this IMTS, including the debut of a turning center with FANUC control.

A Tooling Workshop Worth a Visit

Marubeni Citizen-Cincom’s tooling and accessory workshop offers a chance to learn more about ancillary devices that can boost machining efficiency and capability.

Solid Diamonds and a Speakeasy: Meeting Q-Mark Metrology

Q-Mark has built its metrology business by providing what customers need, when they want it. This goes for its IMTS booth, too, with free drinks alongside custom technology.

IMTS+ Technology Hubs

IMTS 2024: The IMTS Technology Hubs are spaced throughout each building of the show to display content regarding additive manufacturing, digital manufacturing, automation and metalworking.

United Grinding Highlights Customer Successes

United Grinding is showcasing four customer success stories at its booth this year, highlighting real-life use cases for its technology.

3D Printing Solutions to Support Investment, Sand Casting

3D Systems is highlighting a design strategy for better investment casting patterns, as well as a new machine suitable for the production of patterns for sand casting.

Datron Shows How to Set Up, Mill and Integrate Faster

Datron Dynamics is showcasing three interactive demonstrations illustrating the theme “Set up feaster, mill faster, integrate faster.”

Sink a Hole-in-One at MC Machinery Systems’ Booth

The company’s demonstrations includes large-part EDM, a new method for dressing grinding wheels and the chance to test a 3D printed putter.

More Than Turning: Now Full Material Solutions

Tungaloy’s merger with NTK expands its product portfolio, enhancing its comprehensive material solutions and market leadership.

Why Are You Coming to IMTS?

Why are people coming to IMTS this year? We chatted with these creators about what keeps them coming to the show year after year.

Weiler Maximizes Time on Show Floor and Shop Floor

Weiler is showcasing its control interface with conversational programming, manual machines and partnership with national distributor Methods Machine Tools.

Manufacturing USA Knowledge Bar Fosters Engagement Across Industries

The Manufacturing USA Knowledge Bar presents opportunities to connect with experts, share insights and discover how organizations can thrive in an ever-evolving industry landscape.

Handling Heavier Parts and More with EROWA

Refined machines at EROWA are handling heavier loads, while its precision workholding enhances stability and rigidity.

Wednesday on the Formnext Stage: Zelinski on Additive Adoption

Free presentation shares survey findings on manufacturers’ current and future use of 3D printing for production.

Four Automation Technology Trends You Won't Want to Miss at IMTS 2024

Robotics technology is advancing, enabling shops to automate more tasks than ever before.

Industrial Laser Conference Inspires with All-Women Panel

The Laser Institute of America hosts the Industrial Laser Conference, featuring speakers like Joy Gockel and a focus on the use of laser technology for additive manufacturing.

ProShop ERP Showcases Customer-Led Demos and New Features at IMTS 2024

This year at IMTS, ProShop is featuring customer-led demos in the company’s booth.

How To See IMTS — and Make It Matter

Advice from a man who has attended plenty of shows — and who also happens to run AMT.

Experience Innovation at the IMTS+ Main Stage

The IMTS+ Main Stage features keynote speakers, live shows and other informative presentations spanning multiple industries.

IMTS Elevate: Women Make Manufacturing Move

Honoring women's contributions to manufacturing with networking events and speakers, fostering connections among accomplished women worldwide.

IMTS 2024 Conference Brings Industry 4.0, IIoT to Life

The IMTS 2024 Conference offers 70 different sessions, spanning topics like process innovations, alternative processes, plant operations and more.

Don't Miss These Events Going on in Chicago This Week

Ready to explore Chicago outside of IMTS? Here’s a list of events happening in the city from September 9-14, 2024.

AM Workshop: Succeeding With Powder Bed Fusion

A half-day conference focuses on tactics for success for machine shops and other manufacturers preparing to embrace production 3D printing via laser powder bed fusion.

Got Additive Manufacturing Questions? This Expert Bar Has Answers

The EOS booth offers scheduled appointments with AM experts as well as opportunities to learn more about 3D printing materials, processes and applications.

Hainbuch Expands Into Automation

Hainbuch’s booth showcases the company’s first automated system for workholding changeover on turning centers, the Centrotex AC.

Collaboration is the Focus for Methods Machine Tools

Methods Machine Tool focuses on collaboration and services at its IMTS 2024 booth.

Conference Offers Unique, 'Clean' Agenda

The Parts Cleaning Conference will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 10, in the East Building.

10 Tips to Make the Most of IMTS

IMTS only happens every two years. Here’s how to make the most of your time at the 2024 show.

Tsugami Lathe, Vertical Machining Center Boost Machining Efficiency

IMTS 2024: Tsugami America showcases a multifunction sliding headstock lathe with a B-axis tool spindle, as well as a universal vertical machining center for rapid facing, drilling and tapping.

Rush Machinery Balancing Machine Improves Efficiency, Part Finishes

IMTS 2024: Rush Machinery exhibits a balancing machine designed to balance wheel packs, grinding wheels and cutting tools.

Allways Precision Material Handling Systems Support Centerless Grinding Processes

IMTS 2024: Allways Precision highlights the fast, user-friendly BarMaster Material Handling Systems for the handling of bar stock in and out of centerless grinders.

Flow Waterjet Cutting System Provides Fast Overall Cut Time

IMTS 2024: Flow’s Mach 200c five-axis cutting system features high-speed motors and drives for rapid speed and acceleration and deceleration.

Vargus Thread Milling Tools Optimize Internal, External Applications

IMTS 2024: Vargus USA displays supersonic threading cutting tool lines Mach TT and Mach TM.

ABB Energy-Efficient Robots Reduce Cycle Times

ABB introduces its IRB 7710 and IRB 7720 robots, designed for energy efficiency and improvement in the automotive industry.

L.S. Starrett Inspection Technology Optimizes Data Collection, Measurement

IMTS 2024: The L.S. Starrett Co. is demonstrating a range of quality control inspection technology, specifically for data collection, vision systems, measurement systems and more.

HWR Workholding Systems Facilitate Process Automation

IMTS 2024: HWR Workholding is showcasing a range of workholding systems designed for milling and turning applications.

Cuttermasters End Mill Sharpener, Tool Grinder Extends Tool Life

IMTS 2024: Cuttermasters presents the Cuttermaster Professional Journeyman JXT end mill sharpener and tool grinder, designed for sharpening, reconditioning and modifying of cutting tools.

Mantle Stainless Steel Enables 3D Printing of Precision Tooling

IMTS 2024: Mantle’s 420 Stainless Steel allows manufacturers to rapidly produce production-grade tooling during prototyping and product development.

Digipas Vertical Precision Digital Level Optimizes Alignment

IMTS 2024: Digipas Technologies Inc. is presenting live demonstrations of the Digipas DWL1900XY two-axis vertical precision digital level, designed to enhance operational efficiency and streamline alignment processes.

Hamar Laser Instruments Surface Plate Calibration System Increases Repeatability

IMTS 2024: Hamar Laser Instruments introduces the L-703SP surface plate calibration system, intended to reduce time for surface plate calibration by 30 to 60%.

Vomat Filtration System Provides Clean Metalworking Fluids

IMTS 2024: Oelheld U.S. Inc., the official North American reseller of Vomat filtration products, showcases a cross-section of Vomat’s high-performance filtration technology, including its FA machine series.

Kern Hydrostatic Five-Axis Machining Center Increases Efficiency

IMTS 2024: Kern Precision highlights the Kern Micro HD+, a five-axis machining center with fully hydrostatic B and C axes, plus a custom turntable design.

Fastems CNC Automation Solutions Provide Process Flexibility

IMTS 2024: Fastems is featuring its automated manufacturing system portfolio. It is also demonstrating its CNC automation systems and customer case studies.

Scientific Cutting Tools Announces Wear-Resistant Roughing Drills

IMTS 2024: Scientific Cutting Tools introduces its line of roughing drills, specifically designed to prepare holes for SAEJ1926 and AS5202 ports, sizes -2 through -8.

M&M Quality Grinding Precision-Ground Bar Stock Reduces Waste

IMTS 2024: M&M’s in-house centerless grinding operation offers bar stock with tolerances as low as 0.0001".

Q-Mark Machine Tool Styli Optimize Measurement Processes

IMTS 2024: Q-Mark Manufacturing Inc. is showcasing its customizable and compatible line of machine tool styli for CNC machining processes, as well as adapters, calibration, height gages and probe kits.

Allied Digital Readout Module Optimizes Boring Operations

IMTS 2024: Allied Machine and Engineering is exhibiting the Wolhaupter 3E tech+ digital readout module, designed to eliminate the damage of digital tooling components by cutting chips or high-pressure coolant.

Global Shop Solutions Software Streamlines Data Management

IMTS 2024: Global Shop Solutions displays its Dashboard Designer software feature, which aims to better organize and simplify data access without required coding.

ProShop ERP Exhibits Digital Ecosystem for Streamlined Manufacturing Processes

IMTS 2024: ProShop ERP highlights its ProShop ERP digital ecosystem, a combination ERP/MES/QMS solution, designed to identify waste and ineffective procedures during manufacturing operations.

Syspro Highlights Flexible, Secure Cloud ERP Software

IMTS 2024: Syspro’s Syspro Cloud ERP software is designed to grant users complete control of their own data, as well as provide them with high security and flexibility.

IMCO Cutting Tools Boost Metal Removal Rates

IMTS 2024: IMCO’s M934 and M935 cutting tools for three- to five-axis machines are designed to optimize, feed rates, balance and chip throw.

Romi Turning Machines Provide Enhanced Precision

IMTS 2024: Romi features both a custom CNC lathe and a 12-axis horizontal turning center for wear resistance and precision in turning, milling and drilling operations.

Star CNC Machines Reduce Idle Time, Improve Precision

IMTS 2024: Star CNC Machine Tool Corp. is showcasing its range of custom machines designed with high-precision capabilities.

Expand Machinery Mill-Turn Enables Flexible Turning Performance

IMTS 2024: The Gen Turn CW 42MY is a small footprint eight-axis mill-turn lathe with a full-sized counter spindle.

Punch Industry USA Highlights Steel, Carbide Components for Finishing Processes

IMTS 2024: Punch Industry USA Inc. presents its small-diameter mold and die components, such as core pins, ejector pins, sleeves, punches, button dies and production tools for metal stamping, injection molding and factory automation projects.

Select Machining Technologies Highlights Multitasking Machines

IMTS 2024: Select Manufacturing Technologies is highlighting large-capacity multitasking machines from Solace, Geminis, Ibarmia and Momentum.

GWS Presents Chipless Forming Tap to Improve Thread Gaging

IMTS 2024: GWS Tool Group is showcasing its BXS forming tap, which can conform to ANSI tap blank dimensions and optimize thread gaging and tool life.

Fixtureworks Workholding Products Support Range of Use Cases

IMTS 2024: Fixtureworks highlights a variety of its clamping, fixturing, positioning and workholding products, as well as its machine tools and components.

Murata Machinery Single-Spindle Turning Center Maximizes Productivity

IMTS 2024: Murata Machinery USA announces the MSR60 single-spindle CNC turning center with multitasking capabilities and built-in gantry loader automation.

Royal Products Introduces Versatile Three-Jaw Chuck

IMTS 2024: Royal Products features a Three-Jaw Chuck for CNC workholding, designed to reduce setup time between jobs and for the utilization of a range of top tooling.

Morse Cutting Tools' High-Performance Drills Enhance Hole Quality

IMTS 2024: Morse Cutting Tools reintroduces its Shear Drill line, featuring advanced cutting geometry and various sizes for versatility.

Six Sigma Concepts Updates Video Metrology Systems for Simplified Integration

IMTS 2024: Six Sigma Concepts introduces additions to its InGage Discovery line of backlit video metrology systems, designed for simplified integration, increased capabilities for its rotary stage attachment and more.

Okuma Showcases Line of Automated Robotic Loaders

IMTS 2024: Okuma America Corp. highlights its series of automated robotic loaders for increased productivity, as well as its digital booth experience website.

DN Solutions Announces Twin Spindle, Twin-Turret Horizontal Turning Center

IMTS 2024: DN Solutions introduces a twin spindle, twin-turret horizontal turning center with 4″ bar capacity for increased productivity and simultaneous machining performance.

Pilot Precision Motorized Slotter Optimizes CNC Broaching Operations

IMTS 2024: Pilot Precision Products demonstrates its custom mini motorized slotter on a Tsugami M08 turning center with Y-axis.

Hwacheon Highlights VMC, Motor Spindles for Accuracy

IMTS 2024: Hwacheon presents the Sirius-UM+ high-precision vertical machining center, designed with a range of built-in motor spindle options for enhanced accuracy and surface machining results.

Zoller Showcases Automated Tool Measurement System, Toolholders

IMTS 2024: Zoller Inc. is showcasing a range of products for heat-shrinking, tool balancing, toolholding, smart storage and inspection, including the CoraMeasure LG automated tool measurement system.

Takumi Machining Centers Provide High-Precision Operation

IMTS 2024: Takumi highlights its UA400 five-axis and VC1200 three-axis machining centers, designed to minimize thermal growth and accelerate feed rates.

Lach Diamond Chipbreaker Prevents Breakdowns

IMTS 2024: Lach Diamond Inc. showcases a chipbreaker for non-ferrous metals and its line of turning tools, created to quicken and optimize hard turning processes.

Alzmetall Showcases Five-Axis Machining Center for Milling, Cutting Operations

IMTS 2024: Alzmetall highlights the GS1200/5T five-axis simultaneous machining center, equipped with three direct drive torque motors in the A and C axis for milling operations.

High QA Quality Control Software Improves Connectivity, Efficiency

IMTS 2024: High QA Inc. is highlighting a 3D MBD plug-in, as well as a web-based version of its 360 Core manufacturing quality software. These products, as well as its 360 Hub, can produce quick job planning and connectivity between buyers and suppliers.

Bossard Highlights Fastening, Assembly Technologies

IMTS 2024: Bossard Inc. exhibits live demonstrations of its fastening technology, ARMIS systems and Smart Bin technology, as well as several of its custom ELAM software solutions.

ETP Transmission Toolholders Feature Hydraulic Clamping

IMTS 2024: ETP Transmission showcases its Hydro-Fix Swiss hydraulic clamping toolholders, designed to handle 26 different shank sizes, accelerating cutting tool changes.

Lexair Handling Solutions Shorten Operation Times

IMTS 2024: Lexair Inc. is showcasing four products: the hydrodynamic Mini Rhinobar bar feeder; its Gen 3 Collet Closers; the Unload Pro unloader for unloading round workpieces and the Breuning IRCO Profimat magazine bar feeder for small to medium production runs.

MC Machinery Displays EDM, Precision Milling, 3D Printing

IMTS 2024: MC Machinery Systems showcases an array of EDM and precision milling tools, as well as a wire laser metal 3D printer.

Chiron Group Optimizes Machining Precision via Five-Axis, Robot

IMTS 2024: The Chiron Group highlights the Micro5 five-axis machining center, as well as the Feed5 six-axis handling robot.

Koma Precision Introduces Compact Autoloader for CNC Machines

IMTS 2024: Koma Precision debuts the KMA-60 SmartLoader, a compact, high-mix autoloader for CNC machines. It is designed with a comprehensive interface to maximize productivity, reduce setup times and save space.

SMW Autoblok Workholding, Automation Solutions Optimize Milling, Grinding Operations

IMTS 2024: SMW Autoblok presents the WPS XL for milling, measuring and grinding operations with five-axis and large part workpieces, as well as several products from its electronics and automation line.

Foba Laser Marking Solutions Enable Efficient Industrial Product Marking

IMTS 2024: Foba is demonstrating its laser marking solutions in a range of sizes, from compact to large. Its V series is said to optimize precision and performance in a compact model.

Caron Engineering Automation Solutions Improve Process Control

IMTS 2024: Caron Engineering is displaying a range of automation solutions, including its MiConnect Technology for control of all devices within a machining cell.

Discus Software Solution Provides Production Planning, First-Article Inspection Services

IMTS 2024: Discus Software Co. presents its Discus Desktop solution for production planning, in-process inspection planning, first-article inspection and more.

WFL Demonstrates Turning-Boring-Milling Machine Improve Process Reliability

IMTS 2024: WFL Millturn Technologies Inc. is demonstrating its M50 Millturn turning-boring-milling machine and CrashGuard Studio 3D simulation software, aiming to reduce error and increase process reliability.

Kurt Workholding Introduces Vise Models, Pallets, Jaw Options

IMTS 2024: Kurt Workholding expands its five-axis workholding lineup with three vise models and numerous pallets, as well as snap-on, snap-off jaw options for its vises.

Haimer Tool Management Systems Reduce Programming Times

IMTS 2024: Haimer is exhibiting a range of precision products to be used alongside WinTool and ToolBase technologies for for continuous data exchange and reduced programming times.

How I Made It: Peter Eelman

Peter Eelman’s business career has always been centered around IMTS. Eelman, the Chief Experience Officer at AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology, entered the manufacturing technology industry in 1980, working for an exhibitor. Over time his role evolved to heading up all-things-IMTS, including IMTS.com and the IMTS Network. With this year’s IMTS shaping up to be Eelman’s last as the show’s chief coordinator, we sat down to talk about his long and storied career.

Flex Material Handling Products Eliminate Operator Fatigue

IMTS 2024: Flex Machine Tools is displaying a range of electronic arm products for efficiency in tapping, drilling, balancing and material handling.

MachineMetrics Scheduling Software Streamlines Operations

IMTS 2024: MachineMetrics’ Production Scheduling Intelligence can seamlessly integrate real-time data and predictive analytics into manufacturing operations.

Zeiss Upgrades CMMs to Support Sustainability

IMTS 2024: Zeiss highlights upgrades to its Prismo family of CMMs, designed to reduce power consumption and support sustainability.

Seeing, Fulfilling Production Machine Shop Needs

What might you have noticed in someone else’s machine shop from which you could benefit from in yours? You likely will see it or something similar at IMTS.

Parpas Milling Machine Creates Turbine Blades at High Speeds

IMTS 2024: Parpas Americas Corp. is displaying the Unika high-speed milling machine for turbine blade machining, equipped with linear motors on its three linear axes and torque motors on the rotary axis.

Concepts NREC Updates Five-Axis CAM Software Efficiencies

IMTS 2024: Concepts NREC showcases updates to its Max-PAC five-axis CAM software, which aims to simplify and accelerate geometry setup, the editing of blade points and the rate of collision avoidance options.

Eural Aluminum Alloy Bars Provide Optimal Machinability

IMTS 2024: The 6026LF, 2033 and 2077 aluminum alloy bars were developed in compliance with international directives such as RoHS, REACH, ELV and the latest CLP standards.

Kitamura Five-Axis Machining Cell Enables Unmanned Operation

IMTS 2024: Kitamura Machinery showcases the Supercell-300G five-axis, horizontal machining cell designed for compact machining and a pallet pool system, along with other CNC automation systems.

HCL CAMWorks Software Features Digital Twin of Machine

IMTS 2024: Machine Aware Programming enables CNC programmers to identify potential issues earlier in the programming process, increasing productivity and improving part quality.

TCI Precision Metals' Machine-Ready Blanks Increase Throughput

IMTS 2024: TCI Precision Metals highlights its machine-ready precision blanks for reduced scrap and setup time. It is also offering a promotion on blanks for new customers.

Zimmermann Portal Milling Machine Enables Precise Processing of Long Components

IMTS 2024: With the custom machine line FZG, Zimmermann offers a five-axis portal milling machine, FZU22, with a low rail gantry in their program, which is designed for processing long components.

Hexagon's AI-Powered Manufacturing Solution Reduces Programming Times

IMTS 2024: Hexagon presents the Esprit Edge, an AI-powered manufacturing solution that is designed to simplify CNC machining processes and reduce cycle times.

ECI Machine Monitoring System Analyzes ERP Data in Real Time

IMTS 2024: ECI Software Solutions features its Alora machine monitoring system for real-time analyzation of ERP data and connection between staff and the shop floor.

Caddis Monitoring Device Increases Equipment Efficiency

IMTS 2024: CADDIS Systems is showcasing a real-time shopfloor monitoring device for temperature monitoring and improved OEE.

Edge Technologies Bar Feeding Solutions Support Range of Production Environments

IMTS 2024: Edge Technologies' product showcase includes a magazine feeder and short loader, as well as a bar feeder, pusher and separation system.

Rocklin Manufacturing Presents Portable Dot Peen Marker

IMTS 2024: Rocklin Manufacturing Co. presents its handheld FlyMarker mini plus dot peen marker, which creates deep markings that are visible after multiple metal treatments.

Hainbuch America Workholding System Boosts Operational Efficiency

IMTS 2024: Hainbuch America introduces its Automated Change line for automated workholding changeover.

Iscar Milling Tools Provide High Productivity in Range of Applications

IMTS 2024: Mill-4-Feed high-feed milling tools provide a cutting action capable of optimized metal removal rates while being easy on the machine.

LK Metrology Presents CMMs, Inspection Monitoring Solutions

IMTS 2024: LK Technology is displaying a range of CMMs, laser scanners, inspection monitoring software and more.

Pascal Engineering Clamps Optimize Tool Accessibility

IMTS 2024: Pascal Engineering Inc. is showcasing its hydraulic expansion clamps, designed to maximize workspaces, improve tool accessibility and shorten the lift stroke of workpiece loading systems.

Miraclean Ultrasonic Part Cleaning System Enables Automated Operation

IMTS 2024: Miraclean’s plug-and-play parts cleaning system includes a load-unload and an ultrasonic clean, an ultrasonic rinse, a static rinse and a re-circulating hot air dry.

Mastercam Software Improves Programming Flexibility

IMTS 2024: Mastercam introduces Mastercam 2025, with features including Mastercam Deburr for automated edge finishing, finish passes, mill-turn support for Y-axis turning and automatic license update notifications.

Grob Systems Five-Axis Range for Complex, Compact Machining

IMTS 2024: Grob Systems Inc. showcases a range of five-axis machines with horizontal spindles designed for high precision, improved accuracy and flexibility.

AIMS Five-Axis CMMs Improve Precision, Efficiency

IMTS 2024: AIMS Metrology showcases a range of five-axis coordinate measuring machines, as well as other flexible metrology solutions.

Speedgrip Chuck Workholding Solutions Reduce Setup Times

IMTS 2024: Speedgrip Chuck Co. showcases its QCR quick-change receiver to attach to CNC lathe spindles, as well two turning chucks designed to reduce the amount of time needed to change clamping and other workholding devices.

Western Gage Corp. Announces Air Gage for Measuring Internal, External Diameters

IMTS 2024: Western Gage Corp. features a custom air gage, enabling accurate measurement for toolholders, medical implants and internal and external diameters among others.

Kays Engineering Gundrilling Machine Improves Accuracy, Extends Tool Life

IMTS 2024: Kays Engineering features the M75-30 gundrilling machine with a custom design for optimizing tool life, vibration damping and surface finish.

Hurco Machine-Tending Solutions Support Range of Machining Centers

IMTS 2024: Hurco is demonstrating the capabilities of machine-tending automation through ProCobots-Hurco integration. The company is also showcasing a range of CNC machines.

Trumpf 3D Printer Provides Efficiency, Productivity

IMTS 2024: Trumpf introduces a larger version of the TruPrint 2000 3D printer for increased productivity and safer powder handling.

Belmont Small-Hole EDM Features Multitasking Capabilities

The SY-4060 provides automatic depth control, three-step control of EDM parameters and conversational G- and M-code programming.

Mate Precision Machinable Hard Jaws Hold Complex Part Geometry

IMTS 2024: Mate Precision Technologies highlights its machinable hard jaws, which are customizable and designed to handle complex geometries, as well as its 52/96 workholding system.

Siemens Machine Tool CNC Portfolio Demonstrates Shop Digitization

IMTS 2024: Bringing together a number of its hardware automation, digitalization software and services, Siemens present a path toward digitalization for machine tool users and machine builders.

Kaast Machine Tools' Solutions Enable Precise, Efficient Machining

IMTS 2024: Kaast Machine Tools Inc. is performing live demonstrations of several of its manufacturing solutions, including a vertical machining center, a cold saw and more.

Blum-Novotest Measurement Software Accelerates Automation

IMTS 2024: Blum-Novotest announces the FormControl X measurement software, which includes an alignment function that can interact with unmanned operations and in cooperation with robotic solutions.

Mitsui Seiki Machining Centers Enable Repeatable Production

IMTS 2024: Mitsui Seiki showcases three versatile, accurate machining centers.

Siemens Software Boosts Efficiency in Parts Manufacturing

IMTS 2024: Siemens Digital Industries Software unveils its NX X manufacturing software, a cloud-based and data-secure CAD/CAM solution for part manufacturing and efficiency.

Omax Waterjet System Improves Efficiency, Precision

IMTS 2024: The Omax OptiMAX 60X waterjet system, equipped with optimized software and cutting capabilities, provides efficiency in production and precision.

Lyndex-Nikken Introduces Automation Solutions for CNC Machine Tending

IMTS 2024: Lyndex-Nikken Inc. introduces its line of EZ-Automation products, including the EZ-AutoCart, for additional efficiency and cost-effectiveness, without the need for robotics or automation skills.

Sandvik Coromant Exhibits Holistic Machining Services to Minimize Error Potential

IMTS 2024: Sandvik Coromant is displaying an array of technology and holistic services intended to remedy error potential in every step of the manufacturing process.

Big Daishowa Cutting Tools Enable High-Efficiency Machining

IMTS 2024: Big Daishowa highlights its Big-Plus BBT series of diameter cutting tools, with extended length and optimized performance for grooving and shoulder milling.

6 Trends in Additive Manufacturing Technology

IMTS 2024 features a larger Additive Manufacturing Pavilion than ever before, with veteran suppliers alongside startups and newcomers at the front of the West Building. As you browse these exhibitors, as well as booths found elsewhere at the show, keep an eye out for these trends in AM.

Milltronics Machining Center Lineup Features Integrated Simulation of Complex Parts

IMTS 2024: The Inspire+ control is being featured on a range of Milltronics machining centers, including five-axis machines and live-tooling lathes.

Increasing Productivity with Digitalization and AI

Job shops are implementing automation and digitalization into workflows to eliminate set up time and increase repeatability in production.

Vektek Workholding System Features Zero-Point Clamping

IMTS 2024: Vektek’s Zero-Point Systems provide repeatability, a consistent interface for all machines and reliable positioning and clamping in a single step.

GF Machining Solutions' Smart Manufacturing System Boosts Production

GF Machining Solutions announces System 3R innovations in milling, laser, EDM, electrode manufacturing and automation, amongst others.

Speedgrip Chuck Reduces Machine Changeover Times

IMTS 2024: Speedgrip Chuck Co. introduces three workholding solutions to reduce changeover times, boost productivity and gather workplace data in real time.

Royal Master Grinders' Centerless Grinder Features Automatic Bar Feeder

IMTS 2024: Royal Master Grinders exhibits an automatic bar feeding system for the TG-12×8 thrufeed centerless grinder, designed with loading and grinding capabilities and a dual slide system.

Renishaw Automation Lineup Simplifies Robot Setup

IMTS 2024: Renishaw’s RCS product line aims to transform the process of commissioning and servicing industrial automation technologies.

Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies' Laser Enhances Deposition Process

IMTS 2024: Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Ambit EHLA head, designed to enhance corrosion and oxidation resistance to armoring wear surfaces.

Autodesk CAM Software Simplifies Part Programming

IMTS 2024: Autodesk Inc. is exhibiting its complete portfolio, including Autodesk Fusion, a cloud-enabled software that provides AI-driven CAM programming tools, multi-axis machining strategies and more.

Danobat Demonstrates Versatile Grinding, Hard Turning Machines

IMTS 2024: Danobat Inc. demonstrates its grinding and hard turning machines, showcasing machines with measuring probes and up to four grinding spindles.

Blaser Swisslube Coolant Minimizes Tool Wear When Machining Titanium

IMTS 2024: Skytec metalworking fluids are well suited for titanium machining because they minimize tool wear and reduce the number of tool changes without compromising process reliability.

Tungaloy, NTK Toolholding Solutions Improve Efficiency for Small-Part Machining

IMTS 2024: Tungaloy and NTK Cutting Tools are showcasing Swiss-type product lines designed for small-part machining, including toolholders, ceramic inserts, micro tools and more.

All World Machinery Coolant System Supports Deep-Hole Drilling

IMTS 2024: All World Machinery Supply introduces the self-cleaning SpindleShot high-pressure coolant system, with deep-hole drilling and assorted precision capabilities.

Okamoto Presents Surface Grinders for Smooth Table Tracking

IMTS 2024: Okamoto highlights its ACC-SA1 MDI controlled Saddle Type surface grinders, designed with three grinding cycles and a rigid wheelhead assembly to enable high-precision grinding and extended machine life.

Vollmer Ultrasonic Cleaning, Deburring System Provides Process Reliability

IMTS 2024: The UltraTec Ultrasonic A25 cleans and deburrs small and delicate components, making it well suited for applications in heavily regulated sectors with challenging demands.

Sumitomo Turning Grade Improves Chipping Resistance

IMTS 2024: Sumitomo introduces its AC8115P custom steel turning grade, designed to improve chipping resistance.

Weiler Abrasives Shares Grinding, Surface Conditioning Portfolio

IMTS 2024: Weiler Abrasives showcases its portfolio of solutions for gear and roll grinding, precision grinding, metal conditioning, foundries and quality assurance.

Kyocera Milling Tools Provide Optimized Chip Evacuation

IMTS 2024: Available in a variety of end mill, face mill and modular head sizes, the MA90 mills are designed for rigidity and ease of use.

Parts Cleaning Trends, Equipment and Solvents at IMTS 2024

Trends in solvent replacement and environmentally friendly efforts are featured in this year’s parts cleaning booths.

Robot-Ready Laser Marking Machines Hit the Show Floor

Laser Marking Technologies LLC (LMT) is highlighting its robot readiness not only in its booth but also in its customers’ booths and partners Universal Robots and FANUC booths.

ShopGuru Software Supports Organized CNC Machine Operations

IMTS 2024: ShopGuru’s digital work instruction software offers a robust, secure solution that can enhance machining efficiency and accuracy.

Paperless Parts Showcases Software for Quoting, Collaboration

IMTS 2024: Paperless Parts highlights its quoting and collaboration software with automated BOM breakout from CAD models, AI-supported PDF extraction and more.

Okuma Machine Lineup Features Intelligent Manufacturing Technology

IMTS 2024: Okuma’s booth features CNC machine tools, a CNC control, a line of automation systems, intelligent manufacturing technologies, customer services and more.

Midaco Pallet System Enables Extended Periods of Unattended Machining

IMTS 2024: The Automatic 4-Pallet Changer is designed for both high-volume production and low-volume, high-mix multi-setup operations.

Rush CNC Machine Features Cutting, Prepointing, Chamfering Capabilities

IMTS 2024: Rush Machinery showcases a CNC machine for all combinations of cutting, prepointing and chamfering operations.

SW North America Manufacturing Production Cell Runs Fully Automated

IMTS 2024: SW’s production lines are designed to precisely match components to the matched quantities from the raw part to the packaged, ready-to-ship component.

Erowa Workholding System Enables Simple Preparation

IMTS 2024: Erowa’s Vise Power Clamp system includes an integrated Z support, status monitoring and a circumferential seal.

4D Technology Automated Metrology System Enables High-Speed Feature Inspection

IMTS 2024: The 4Di InSpec automated metrology system is designed to improvethroughput and reduce inspection costs.

Trak Machine Tools Lathes Offer Compact, Heavy Duty Performance

IMTS 2024: The Trak TC2 and the Trak TC820si are compact lathes designed for production applications.

SwiftCarb Cutter Bodies Improve Performance, Repeatability

IMTS 2024: SwiftCarb showcases its 180-Degree Corner Rounding Series with multiple grades, coatings and radius sizes to boost productivity based on individual material cutting conditions.

German Project Yields Three New Medical Machining Processes

Trends to Watch at IMTS: Recent research has resulted in a new mix of high-speed turn whirl milling, polygon turning and rotational turning for manufacturing medical bone screws and out-of-round nails.

Jorgensen Introduces Sustainable Conveyor, Material Handling, Coolant, Filtration Solutions

IMTS 2024: Jorgensen Conveyer and Filtration Solutions announces a lineup for conveyor, material handling, coolant and filtration solutions, including the EcoFilter80 self-cleaning system, the PermaClean system and others.

Porta Solutions Machining Center Reduces Energy Costs

IMTS 2024: Porta Solutions introduces the Portacenter 400, an independent three-spindle machining center intended to enhance flexibility, production and cost-effectiveness.

Kennametal Five-Flute End Mill Provides Extended Tool Life

IMTS 2024: Kennametal’s solid end mill is designed to perform in a range of applications.

Horn Toolholder Features Sintered Chipbreaking Geometry

IMTS 2024: Horn introduces the 105 Supermini tool with sintered chipbreaking geometry, designed with teardrop-shaped carbide blanks for boring, profile turning, chamfering, grooving, threading, drilling and chip control.

Hypertherm Nesting Software Improves Operational Efficiency

ProNest 2025 version 16.0 nesting software helps users reduce non-value-added tasks.

NCSS Multi-Axis Machining Software Streamlines Programming

IMTS 2024: NCSS showcases multi-axis machining software and intuitive graphical interface for postprocessor generators and CNC code generation.

Acumatica MRP Solution Improves Supply Chain Management

IMTS 2024: Acumatica showcases updates to its ERP and MRP solutions, designed to improve supply chain management, enable users to identify time-constrained data for supply and demand calculations and more.

Renishaw Metal AM System Reduces Build Times

IMTS 2024: The RenAM 500 Ultra metal AM system features optimized optical, chamber and gas-flow design with the addition of the productivity-boosting Tempus technology.

Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Accessories Provide Faster Cycle Times

IMTS 2024: Marubeni Citizen-Cincom is showcasing a range of machining accessories designed to work intuitively with Citizen machines.

DN Solutions VMC Enables Seamless Machining of Complex Parts

IMTS 2024: The DVF 5000 Second Generation features a large table, increased work envelope, faster speeds and other enhanced features.

Tapmatic Showcases Deburring Tool for a Consistent Edge Break

IMTS 2024: Tapmatic Corp. exhibits the DeBurr-Z deburring tool for simplified programming and a consistent edge break.

Star Cutter Co. Boosts Tool Grinder Feature Customizability

IMTS 2024: Star Cutter Co. introduces the flexible FLX tool grinder for unattended machining in a compact footprint.

Sunnen Presents Vertical Honing Systems for Increased Process Control

IMTS 2024: Sunnen presents its SV-3000 series vertical honing machines with Sunnen2 system control and OPC protocol for minimized setup times, automatic cycles and robotic load/unload for mid- to high-production part production.

United Grinding Solutions Enable Precise Production

IMTS 2024: United Grinding showcases a range of precision grinding solutions.

Index Corp. Turnkey Solutions Provide Flexible Manufacturing Performance

IMTS 2024: Index's C200 FANUC features powerful twin spindles that achieve rapid material removal.

Mikron Milling Tool Suppresses Machining Chatter

IMTS 2024: The CrazyMill Cool CF milling tool features chatter suppression during machining, especially on thin-walled parts, which enables smoother cutting.

3D Systems’ SLA AM Solution Creates Production-Grade Parts

IMTS 2024: The PSLA 270 is engineered to deliver larger end-use parts more rapidly than similar platforms, bringing tremendous advantages for a breadth of industrial and health care applications.

Starrett Metrology Solutions Increase Speed, Accuracy of Measurement

IMTS 2024: The company’s specialized, custom gage solutions and force testing systems, as well as precision granite solutions, gage blocks and more, are being showcased.

Schwanog Custom Form Tools Reduce Cycle Times

IMTS 2024: Schwanog’s insertable form tool system supports the manufacture of precision parts for industries such as medical, automotive, aerospace and others.

Tebis MES Software Improves Manufacturing Quality, Productivity

IMTS 2024: Tebis’ ProLeiS manufacturing execution system is designed to provide efficient planning, transparent scheduling and meticulous process quality for single-part manufacturing.

Ingersoll Tooling Lineup Optimizes Cutting Performance

IMTS 2024: Ingersoll’s WinSFeed product range enables hi-speed and hi-feed machining in a diverse range of applications using advanced engineering and metal removal concepts.

Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives Solutions Optimize Metal Removal Rates

IMTS 2024: Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives presents a range of grinding products and technology for abrasive machining processes.

FANUC Presents Cobot for Painting Automation

IMTS 2024: FANUC showcases the explosion-proof CRX-10iA/L Paint cobot for automating painting and coating processes in high-mix, low-volume environments.

SolidCAM Software Optimizes Swiss Machining Tool Paths

IMTS 2024: SolidCAM provides programming ease of use, flexibility and configurability for complex multi-turret and multi-spindle mill-turn and Swiss CNC machines.

JTEKT HMCs Improve Unattended Machine Performance

IMTS 2024: JTEKT’s FH5000 HMC with pallet pool expands unattended machine productivity.

NSK America Corp. Spindle Boosts Machine Tool Speed

IMTS 2024: NSK America Corp. announces the iSpeed5 high-speed spindle, designed to accelerate micro-machining processes.

6 Ways Electrification is Shifting Automotive Manufacturing

Trends to watch at IMTS: A Tier One transmission supplier weighs in on how hybrid and electric vehicles are changing the requirements for automotive component producers.

New Vista Showcases Flexible Thread Gaging System

IMTS 2024: New Vista Corp. exhibits its RTU robotic gaging unit and thread gaging system, accommodating for varying thread sizes, robotic integration and a wide range of applications.

Heule Shares BSF Tooling With Three Activation Methods

IMTS 2024: Heule Precision Tools showcases its BSF tooling line with three CNC machine-oriented activation methods and an expanding blade.

Platinum Tooling Knurling, Marking Tools Increase Accuracy

IMTS 2024: Platinum Tooling displays QUICK knurling and marking tools from Hommel & Keller.

Kuka Robots Aid Automated Milling, AM and Part Fabrication

IMTS 2024: Kuka Robotics highlights the advantage of automation in parts processing through various system partner demonstrations.

Hommel-Etamic Introduces Flexible Pneumatic Air Gage

IMTS 2024: Hommel-Etamic highlights its flexible air gages to accommodate for internal and external diameters and improve efficiency in air mandrels.

Heidenhain CNC Platform Provides Adaptable Interface

IMTS 2024: Heidenhain showcases the TNC7 CNC control platform, providing graphical instruction for the positioning of clamping devices and individual customization capabilities for users and machines.

Mazak Custom Machining Solutions Feature Automation, Digitalization

IMTS 2024: Mazak features advanced machining solutions designed to boost productivity in automation, multitasking capabilities and machine tool technology.

Jergens Workholding Lineup Enables Automated, Continuous Machining

IMTS 2024: Jergens Inc.’s lineup focuses on quick-change workholding solutions and automation capabilities, such as the custom MT-S spindle gripper for continuous machining.

ANCA Grinding Machines Optimize Cutting Tool Performance

IMTS 2024: ANCA celebrates 50 years through the introduction of the MicroX Ultra grinding machine and AIMS Connect software, with live demonstrations.

Mitutoyo Linear Height Gage Improves Measurement Accuracy

IMTS 2024: Mitutoyo America Corp. announces an addition to its linear height gage product line, providing simpler, more repeatable accuracy in measurement.

Open Mind Technologies CAD/CAM Software Suite Enhances Intelligent Workflow

IMTS 2024: Open Mind Technologies showcases its hyperMill CAD/CAM software with enhancements to its toolpath capabilities, overall functionality and more.

Rego-Fix Toolholding, Metrology Products Increase Accuracy and Efficiency

IMTS 2024: Rego-Fix introduces automated tool clamping units, spindle drawbar force testing tool for increased efficiency and accuracy in measurement.

Fischer Spindles Support Large-Format, High-Production Work

IMTS 2024: Fischer USA is introducing its branded spindles, available for repair services and exchange programs with non-Fischer spindle brands in North America.

Keyence Multi-Sensor Measuring System Targets Quality Control in Metrology

IMTS 2024: Keyence introduces the LM-X Series Multisensor measurement system for high-performance measurement, automated inspection processes, accuracy and quality control.

Techniks Tool Group Shrink-Fit Toolholders Enable Flexible Machining

IMTS 2024: Standard, slim nose, coolant ported, thick walled and modular toolholder systems are available through Techniks Tool Group.

Rocklin Manufacturing Micro Welder Enables In-House Workpiece Repair

IMTS 2024: Portable industrial electronic solutions provider Rocklin Manufacturing emphasizes the cost-effectiveness of its MoldMender Micro Welder for workpiece repair.

Ceratizit Introduces End Mill for Titanium, Super Alloys

IMTS 2024: Ceratizit USA features an end mill for titanium and super alloys, upcoming tool catalog and a cutting tools portfolio.

Embracing Automation: Strategies for Small to Medium-Sized Machine Shops

Business drivers for automating to help navigate workforce challenges and boost profitability.

AMT Announces IMTS 2024 Floor Plan

IMTS 2024 will include demonstrations featuring robots, cobots, vision systems, as well as other manufacturing processes such as additive manufacturing, CNC machining, metrology and part handling.

AMT Partners With CSCMP to Strengthen U.S. Industrial Base

The partners aim to drive innovation, promote job creation and foster economic growth.

AMT Appoints Mazak President as Chairman of the Board

Dan Janka, an AMT member since 2005, last served as chairman in 2010.

AMT Collaborates With Mesago on Automation Sector at IMTS and SPS

The automation sector will feature an expansive offering of automated, robotic, connected and digital manufacturing technologies. It will be present at both IMTS 2024 in Chicago, Illinois, and SPS 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Made in the USA – Season 1 Episode 6: The Way Forward

So far, Made in the USA has looked into system-wide effects of broken supply chains, automation, skilled workforce issues and our perception of manufacturing jobs — examining each topic through a prism of individual experiences. For this final episode for Season 1, let’s look at one more system-wide question and bring it back to personal perspectives: Is there today a new dawn, a new moment for American manufacturing?

FITMA and AMMA3D Sign Collaborative Agreement on AM Pavilion

The signing of the partnership agreement between FITMA and AMMA3D will expose AM technologies and capabilities that have never been exhibited in Mexico before.

Gardner Business Media and the Association for Manufacturing Technology to Collaborate on FITMA

The first FITMA event to operate in partnership between GBM and AMT will debut in June 2023 in Mexico City.

Hardinge Inc. Receives Metalworking Reshoring Award

The National Metalworking Reshoring Award honors companies that have effectively reshored products, parts or tooling made primarily by metal forming, fabricating, casting or machining, including additive manufacturing.

Formnext Chicago Secures Premier Exhibitors

The newly announced additive manufacturing show, Formnext Chicago, will take place at McCormick Place in spring 2025.

Mazak’s Brian Papke Receives M. Eugene Merchant Manufacturing Medal

The prestigious award recognizes exceptional individuals who have had significant influence and responsibility for improving the productivity and efficiency of manufacturing operations.

The Manufacturing Community Reconnects at IMTS 2022

The renewal of collaborations, partnerships and networking opportunities created a new level of excitement at IMTS 2022 for 86,307 registrants.

Will You Go the Extra Mile for Charity?

The Miles for Manufacturing 5k is in its eighth year. Now hosted by AMT, all proceeds from the event go to charities, directly impacting funding for STEM programs in schools.

Play It Smart: Visit the Smart Manufacturing Experience

The Smart Manufacturing Experience connects IMTS attendees with industry professionals who have hands-on experience in the area of automated shopfloor technologies.

Conferences at a Glance - Tuesday

A streamlined itinerary of Tuesday's conferences, including Modern Machine Shop's Top Shop Awards ceremony, at your fingertips. Find out more about today's conferences below.

Update Your Headshot for Free!

Gardner Business Media’s IMTS booth offers the opportunity to engage with its brands, tell your story and learn about your industry peers. Plus, there’s an opportunity for a free professional headshot.

Additive Manufacturing Insights from Formnext 2021

Additive manufacturing encapsulates more than the 3D printer, and so too does AM's largest trade show. Lessons and trends gleaned from the 2021 in-person event.

Leading AM Trade and Media Organizations Unite to Launch Formnext USA Chicago in Spring 2025

Mesago Messe Frankfurt the organizers of Formnext and Messe Frankfurt USA announce a strategic partnership with the Association For Manufacturing Technology and Gardner Business Media. The new show creates one event in the United States dedicated to all aspects of industrial additive manufacturing.

Mazak's Brian Papke Receives Al Moore Award

Throughout his career at Mazak, Papke has promoted, supported and expanded applications of machine tools and manufacturing technology.

March Cutting Tool Orders Highest in 13 Months

March cutting tool orders were $177.6 million, close to pre-lockdown level. GBI: Metalworking Index indicates cutting tool orders will increase through 2021.

AMT and the Reshoring Initiative Open Supply Chain Survey

AMT and the Reshoring Initiative have opened a survey to ask industry professionals about current sourcing issues and the future of reshoring. The survey closes February 28.

IMTS' Miles For Manufacturing Raises Funds for STEM Students

IMTS is currently running a virtual iteration of its Miles for Manufacturing charity runs and walks that raise money for underserved STEM and robotics students.

2020 NYX Awards Recognize IMTS Network Marketing Excellence

IMTS Network won four Gold Awards and 10 Silver Awards at the 2020 NYX Awards, a competition that recognizes excellence in marketing communications.

IMTS Spark Knowledge Centers Provide In-Depth Manufacturing Information

Gardner Business Media and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology have partnered to produce in-depth knowledge centers addressing key topics in manufacturing that will shape the industry in years to come.

Adjusting Supply Chains in U.S. Manufacturing

As the novel coronavirus presents challenges for manufacturers and new opportunities for suppliers, manufacturers should not miss the chance to strengthen their supply chains.

IMTS 2020 Canceled in Compliance with Coronavirus Precautions

It is the first time IMTS has had to cancel a show since World War II.

What Makes a Top Shop?

The annual Top Shops Conference will feature expert advice on running and maintaining a successful shop.

On Display at Eastec 2019

Here is an overview of some of the CNC machining and other technology showcased at the biennial manufacturing trade show.

Industry News of Note: May 2019

NIMS partners with Festo to develop Industry 4.0 skill credentials, an annual Siemens event now invites non-users, and more industry news.

Manufacturing to Meet Tech Community at MT360

I will hold onstage conversations with additive manufacturing and collaborative automation leaders as part of the new technology event to premier May 12-14, 2020, in Santa Clara, California.

Sherrill Manufacturing Recognized for Success in Reshoring

The award is given by the Reshoring Initiative, PMA, AMT, and NTMA honoring companies for effectively reshoring products, parts or tooling made by metalworking.

Earn Recognition for Your Reshoring Efforts

Companies that have successfully reshored products, parts or tooling made primarily by metal forming, fabricating, casting or machining, including additive manufacturing, are invited to apply by January 31 for the Second National Reshoring Award.

How We Misread Productivity Gains in the Debate About Manufacturing Jobs

Manufacturing appears to lead other sectors in productivity growth, but productivity measures pick up factors besides automation. Recognizing this fact changes the terms of part of the public debate.

Silicon Valley Firms Point to Digitalization as a Golden Opportunity for Manufacturers

This report summarizes the findings from the sources of many transformational technologies that focus on digitalizing the manufacturing industry.

Labs Teach Students and Educators about Smart Manufacturing Technologies and More

For educators, classroom-style Learning Labs offer instruction on smart manufacturing technologies and high-end technology, and students can interact with equipment on the show floor’s smaller Learning Labs.

Redesign Challenge Rocks the Student Summit

The Air Rocket Challenge is one of many examples of the hands-on activities in which students can “play” creatively, while also using their STEM skills.

Robotics, Smart Manufacturing Engage Students and Educators at Summit

Every edition of the IMTS Smartforce Student Summit features new and exciting opportunities for students and educators in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and this 11th edition is no exception.

Make Your Way to the ETC - Digital Transformation

A decade after MTConnect was first introduced at IMTS, connected devices are offered by a host of suppliers here at the show. See the best examples of the technology in action in AMT’s Emerging Technology Center in the North Building.

FIRST Teams’ Display and Competition Launch

A special display area at the Smartforce Student Summit is designated for students involved in Illinois FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) teams to display their Lego or robot projects and interact with other summit attendees.

Find Digital and Additive Technologies in AMT's Emerging Technology Centers

IMTS 2018: The overall goal of the ETC is to inform and educate the manufacturing community about advancements in technology that will impact the industry’s future.

Students Experience the Manufacturing Classroom of the Future

As the future of our manufacturing workforce, it’s important for students attending the Smartforce Student Summit to understand what technologies they will be working with once they enter the workforce.

Miles for Manufacturing 5K Benefits School STEM Programs

The Miles for Manufacturing 5K attracts more than 300 runners and walkers from IMTS. All proceeds benefit school STEM programs in underserved communities.

At IMTS, the IIoT Is Clearly at Hand

IMTS is a prime example of how the IIoT and digitalization have changed manufacturing.

Doug Woods and IMTS: The Past Is Prologue

By beginning his career in the manufacturing industry learning from his grandfather, Doug Woods, president of AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, has seen major shifts in technology. Lessons he learned from the past are still applicable in finding value in today’s show.

Still More to See at IMTS

With over 2,400 exhibitors on 1.3 million square feet of floor space, IMTS 2018 has the broadest display of technology ever.

Changes in Automotive Tech Driving Manufacturing Modifications

Material and powertrain advancements are the two main drivers changing the auto industry. Consider the implications for manufacturing.

Using Data to Do Better in Manufacturing

Although the Smart Manufacturing Experience 2018 event in Boston may not have provided a simple, clear definition of “smart manufacturing,” it did provide a broad experience of what smart manufacturing can be like.

The Machine Tool Industry Is Booming Globally

U.S. machine tool purchases rose in 2017, as shown by the 2017 World Machine Tool Survey. A global boom now makes it hard for U.S. shops to get new machines.

Thinking about Current Manufacturing Trends

The recent MFG Meeting covered topics that capture the “ponderables” for forward-thinking manufacturing companies.

Manufacturing News of Note: March 2018

IMTS 2018 opens registration, partnership enables remote access to CNCs, and other industry news.

Why (and How) to Benchmark Your Machining Business

Doug Woods, president of AMT—The Association For Manufacturing Technology, shares the importance of benchmarking your manufacturing business and how the Top Shops program and conference can help.

A Great Man with a Great Bow Tie

AMT–The Association For Manufacturing Technology presented the Albert W. Moore AMT Leadership Award to Marcus B. Crotts at its Annual Business Meeting. The award recognized Mr. Crotts for his outstanding support of the manufacturing technology industry. His distinctive bow tie was also honored!

Cyber Security for Machine Shops and Manufacturers

Cyber security is now a major issue for manufacturers. Here's a handy list of guides, software and training centers offered by key U.S. government agencies to help companies lower the risk of cyber threats.

MTConnect Institute Announces Student Challenge

It's a competition designed to encourage college students to come up with ideas and applications for improving manufacturing with the MTConnect standard. The aim is to build awareness of advanced manufacturing technologies among college students, as well as lead to innovations that help manufacturers, especially those serving the defense industry.

Diving into Innovation

Attendees at the recent MFG Meeting in Orlando had an opportunity to immerse themselves in the most important aspects of innovation as force for revitalizing the manufacturing industry.

The MFG Meeting Opens in Arizona

History, style and springtime converge as a fitting backdrop for one of the most important gatherings of industry associations.

Video: Meet the MT Ambassadors

AMT—the Association For Manufacturing Technology produced this video to introduce its “MT Ambassadors,” young manufacturing professionals making the case to other young people about the rewards of manufacturing careers.

AMT’s Presence in Brazil

AMT—The Association For Manufacturing Technology is helping its member companies to establish operations within Brazil to build relationships and explore that market’s potential.

Soaring Together at the MFG Meeting

Overall, the mood at the recent Manufacturing for Growth (MFG) meeting was buoyant; worries about health care costs, the federal budget and the skills shortage are creating significant headwinds for economic recovery. Compelling advice on maintaining a winning attitude from a former jet fighter pilot ended the meeting on a lofty tone.

Technology Roundup from IMTS 2012

Tim Shinbara, Technology Director at AMT—The Association For Manufacturing Technology, saw much that was new and different at IMTS 2012, but also noticed many advancements in traditional manufacturing that he found interesting and significant. His report is balanced and readable, a worthy summary of tech news from the show.

Key Industry Groups Announce Merger at MFG Meeting

AMT—The Association For Manufacturing Technology and AMTDA—The American Machine Tool Distributors Association have merged. Although benefits and advantages to members of both trade groups are cited as the reason for the merger, the entire manufacturing industry appears to be well-served by this development.

Understanding MTConnect Agents and Adapters

MTConnect agents and their corresponding device adapters are simply small computer programs that work together so that MTConnect can make shop equipment and networks more readily connectible. In a nutshell, adapters enable existing shopfloor devices “to speak MTConnect,” and agents enable MTConnect messages and data files to be transmitted across a network to MTConnect-compatible applications.

The Need to Know Is Basic

An MTConnect-enabled monitoring system gives this shop a clear and simple picture of machine tool usage.

Making the Right Connections at IMTS 2010

IMTS is a big event, to say the least, and making the most of the show requires proper planning. This article is here to help.

AMT's China Technology Center Is Open For Business

Although the official opening is not scheduled until late October 2004, the Association For Manufacturing Technology’s (AMT) Technology and Service Center is up and operating, with 26 AMT members participating. The center is located in Shanghai’s Pudong region in the Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone.

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