Andreyi Armiagov | Dreamstime
CNC milling machine.
Despite a drop in monthly new order values, machine shops and other domestic manufacturers have increased their purchases by over 33% year-over-year and nearly 29% year-to-date...
Tatiana Badaeva | Dreamstime
CNC machine shop with lathes, technicians and workers.
June 3, 2026
Tanaonte | Dreamstime
Renegotiation of the USMCA trade agreement: car showing components made in USA, Canada, and Mexico.
June 1, 2026
Komgrit Pradissagul | Dreamstime
Two engineers talking, setting up a machine for production.
May 20, 2026
Stepan Popov | Dreamstime
Grinding steel worm-gear
May 12, 2026
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CAD and CAM

OPEN MIND Technologies
In three-axis and five-axis machining (shown here), new algorithms for rest material detection ensure that all rest material areas are automatically accounted for in full.
The newest version of hyperMILL updates core functions and brings new options that increase NC programming efficiency for 2.5D machining through to five-axis milling.
April 17, 2024
Renishaw
FixtureBuilder 8.1 is the latest version of its 3D fixture-modelling software for designing set-up fixtures in seconds and exporting them to inspection programming software, using popular file formats like IGES, SAT, and STEP.
Quick creation and documentation of advanced CAD-based metrology fixturing set-ups for part inspection. Full CAD compatibility, custom libraries, and an automated set-up function...
Jan. 10, 2024
GF Machining Solutions
The My rConnect platform allows shops to connect any GF Machining Solutions EDM, milling, and laser texturing machine for fast, responsive and easily accessible service and support, plus expanded digital capabilities.
The My rConnect platform quickly and easily links GFMS EDM, milling, and laser texturing machines to service and support resources – plus expanded digital capabilities.
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Secure data in the cloud.
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CMM and QC

Laserax
Laserax UV lasers offer versatility for micro-processing delicate, heat-sensitive materials
A wider portfolio of inline systems includes devices with UV technology in combination with full automation for seamless, integrated workflows.
Aug. 20, 2025
Wintriss Controls Group
Wintriss Controls Group Tracker device.
The cost-effective device captures and records process parameters, including pre-programmed digital inputs – e.g., run/ idle and counting – and analog inputs, including temperature...
Feb. 5, 2025
L.S. Starrett Co.
The wireless, digital W4900 Indicator is accurate, fast, intuitive, easy-to-use and rugged, offering include multiple resolution and color settings, digital and analog readouts in the same indicator, seven languages, wireless output, and other unique features.
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Aug. 15, 2024
Flex Machine Tools
The flexible FlexArm REM-24D electronic tapping arm with a multi-position head that allows quick and easy switches between vertical and horizontal tapping.
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The plant will produce the company's "Next Generation Interceptor" missiles.
June 8, 2026
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June 8, 2026
Embraer
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New York-based CPI Aerostructure will manufacture and supply engine air-intake assemblies for Embraer’s latest private aircraft model for as long as those jets are produced.
June 5, 2026
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace hybrid electric engine system
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June 4, 2026

New Products

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June 5, 2026
Koma Precision
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Modular head designs help to cut standalone tooling costs and adopt precision machining capabilities across a wide range of machines, and complements a line of high-precision ...
June 4, 2026
Huele Precision Tools
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SNAP tools are designed in a variety of sizes, for use in automotive components, aerospace housings and precision bores, hydraulic and pneumatic manifolds, energy and heavy equipment...
June 2, 2026
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Seco Tools reports its new collet chucks are simpler to use, improve surface finishing, and reduce downtime and tool slippage.
May 28, 2026