:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/d9/43/d943b0ce33bdf921f37f14655bb0c376/cuscinetto-a-sfere-di-leonardo-da-vinci-in-una-mostra-su-leonardo-da-vinci-al-mulino-di-mora-bassa---morabassa-croppedv1.jpeg "Replica of Leonardo da Vinci's ball bearing: The inventor used wooden balls. Spacers prevent the balls from rubbing against each other. (Source: Capricornis crispus)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/17/b8/17b8af0cb725e0e1d3e8d72458bab260/siemens-meet-at-the-machinev1.jpeg "“Meet at the Machine” is Siemens’ new initiative, which aims to bring together machine builders, software, and automation technologies to accelerate innovation in the machine tool industry and help manufacturers become productive more quickly. (Source: Siemens)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/8e/7e/8e7e0cda4c68699bcc48283a38739769/0133316747v1.jpeg "A little-known hidden champion! When people think of laser cutting, the first thing that comes to mind is the power of the laser beam—and it is impressive to see the sparks flying. But Air Liquide—an exhibitor at Euroblech, by the way—wants to make it clear that the process gas is also key to success. (Image:AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/20/fa/20fa35e0af203c3464f7e7fdbb57a685/0133281172v1.jpeg "Since 2003, Etzinger AG has been developing and manufacturing high-quality coffee grinders, pepper mills, and grinding mechanisms for professional and home use. (Image:Etzinger)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/b1/06/b106cf44923ce39565c3264982fd20eb/0133414574v1.jpeg "Robots Build Robots: At the new Ubtech factory, automated systems even handle parts of the material supply and logistics for the production of humanoid robots. (Image:Ubtech)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/38/79/38799bfbbccd938b64c67068cfa68780/0133329362v1.jpeg "What exactly enables machines to act on their own? (Image:Shutterstock)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/1b/9f/1b9fc9f113fc66212e2c0e17a3edaf9f/org-blobs-user-response-file-output-f317796f-57b7-483f-9403-5d9ac8a816f5-plugin-output-call-kdigtepb7be7us8xvbota0mh-1672x940v1.png "According to Barclays data, Europe leads the global trade in actuator components. With a 34 percent share, the region ranks ahead of China, which has a 26.3 percent share. (Source: Statista | CC BY-ND 4.0, AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f5/4c/f54c9fc59ccb0604ab9219188469a45f/image1v1.jpeg "Christopher Savoia, Global Head of the UR+ Ecosystem at Universal Robots, presents the new SP7 Smart Panel on a UR17g-1300 robot during the unveiling of Gen 7—UR’s 7th-generation robot platform—at IMTS in Chicago on September 14, 2026. (Image:Image: Teradyne Robotics)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ca/46/ca462051dfb9a1fb37ca4053762af9df/org-blobs-user-response-file-output-908c701c-3b37-491e-bb5c-35fc3d336575-plugin-output-call-182851v1.png "Through extreme compression, high-energy lasers transform simple plastics into high-purity nanodiamonds. What was once used in planetary physics is now opening up entirely new possibilities for quantum sensors, novel catalysts, and extremely hard materials. (Illustrative image) (Source: VCG / AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/7c/7a/7c7a5eada63c7a36a365391c292f76d4/hot-fire-jarvisv1.jpeg "(Developed in record time: A “JARVIS-class” jet engine capable of up to 100 pounds of thrust. It was designed in a four-week sprint using generative AI and established CAD/CAE tools.MIT)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/87/87/87870cf2b30aaef7b8a06212a4ef2c14/0133403885v1.jpeg "A digital twin and a real component demonstrate how closely simulation and manufacturing are converging. Stampack Xpress 2026.1 virtually models forming behavior and supports the validation of process and tool design. (Image:Stampack)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/59/2a/592a7f2d0964e9e6846cae331f5daa3a/0133266065v1.jpeg "Perforated metal sheets are particularly well-suited for balcony railings, as they combine stability, privacy, and design versatility. (Image:Ripo Factory)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/24/d5/24d546b8c00887feaef1cbc207b9e2af/0133433032v1.jpeg "Mahle CEO Arnd Franz was recently asked about his vision for the future of the commercial vehicle business—particularly regarding the industry's transition to electric vehicles... (Image:Kai R. Joachim / Mahle)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/8b/c5/8bc5c0c40b6d706aca4e3f3ddcc99958/0133387335v1.jpeg "At InnoTrans, Stadler is unveiling for the first time its new four-axle EURO DuFour locomotive for freight service, which SBB Cargo has ordered. Compared to the existing fleet, it is expected to be significantly more energy-efficient in operation. (Image:Stadler)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/49/97/49978469e969283ccb68531ebef1f412/klaus-zellmer-1v1.jpeg "Klaus Zellmer will become CEO of Volvo no later than October 2027. (Source: Volvo)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/cf/e1/cfe1f3824102bd030f4fe5e4e13e1e0e/0133433007v1.jpeg "The situation in the German automotive manufacturing industry is not exactly rosy, especially when viewed in the context of global competition. Read here to find out what a recent analysis of the situation reveals ... (Image:AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f3/d9/f3d91ebfd703e24d4065b0ae7898e46b/0133177388v1.jpeg "The Evolution of Coding: In the past, programs were written by hand and fed into the computer using punch cards and switches. Today, in the age of “vibe coding,” computers can largely program themselves. (Image:Dall-E / AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/00/cd/00cd7c51cf41652dbb295c14634cd34f/0133438409v1.jpeg "Flash memory from Spansion dating back to 2004, before the company merged with Cypress. Infineon is divesting its NOR flash and FRAM memory business. Winbond, which is acquiring the division for $1.12 billion, plans to continue operating it as a separate company under the Spansion name starting next year. (Image:Raimond Spekking / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/09/dc/09dcc37616c3a9d5d7a289c97a352a89/0133428369v1.jpeg "(Image:Gemini / AI-generated)")
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/4c/53/4c534208d09a9b1ce597938715e7fc19/0133288763v1.jpeg "Logic Folding: In its latest Kirin 9050 Pro, Huawei uses hybrid bonding to distribute the computing units across two silicon layers in order to increase the effective transistor density without resorting to finer manufacturing processes. (Image:Huawei)")
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/f6/6e/f66e3f322d7e2a8fe7e80f808c67e607/0133319745v2.jpeg?v= "Formnext brings together the global AM community and showcases the latest innovations in industrial 3D Printing and advanced production technologies. (Source: Mesago / Marc Jacquemin)")
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Article | Jul 2, 2026
Formnext expands focus on security and defence
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9d/9e/9d9e758ce29d84f7e7e65503ca869a54/0131435800v1.jpeg?v= "The winners of the Formnext Awards 2026 will be honored during the official awards ceremony at Formnext. (Source: Mesago / Marc Jacquemin)")
Article | May 22, 2026
Formnext Awards 2026 open for submissions
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/9e/e1/9ee1377d9f07aef4a0bfdd76120777e9/0130750150v1.jpeg?v= "Panel discussion at Formnext 2025 (Source: Formnext Mesago Messe Frankfurt, Marc Jacquemin)")
Article | Apr 20, 2026
Formnext 2026 seeks speaker contributions on key AM topics
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/ae/7c/ae7cfa25bd4cbdee97cf91514a80a569/0129333424v1.jpeg?v= "Formnext 2026 strengthens industry focus with UK as partner country. (Source: Mesago/ Marc Jacquemin)")
Article | Feb 5, 2026
UK named partner country for Formnext 2026
:quality(80)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/c2/19/c219f5ac28500343ac8eba13e8e00507/0128202994v1.jpeg?v= "More visitors, numerous innovations: According to the trade fair organizer, SPS 2025 was a complete success. (Image:Stefanie Michel)")
Article | Dec 1, 2025
Significantly More Visitors: Will Investment Resume?
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/2d/d6/2dd6726771f7cf5c27dee62fb678d808/0128102003v2.jpeg?v= "Formnext’s 10th anniversary edition demonstrates how Additive Manufacturing is reshaping production and unlocking new business opportunities worldwide. (Source: Mesago)")
Article | Nov 24, 2025
Formnext 2025 sets records as AM enters new production era
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/83/86/8386090ee7426c645149e6d881ef407d/0128092484v1.jpeg?v= "The trophies were designed by Sutosuto and produced by FKM Additive Manufacturing, with Renishaw and Fluxo Technologies also sponsoring the awards. (Source: Mesago / Marc Jacquemin)")
Article | Nov 24, 2025
Winners of the 2025 Formnext Awards announced
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/48/fe/48fee3a4debe203d6722460522b81bba/0127562563v1.jpeg?v= "The six categories of the Formnext Awards (Source: Mesago Messe Frankfurt/ Marc Jacquemin)")
Article | Oct 25, 2025
Formnext announces 2025 award finalists
:quality(80):fill(ffffff,1)/p7i.vogel.de/wcms/83/9a/839a3405e864a5a458f83aa567a3ad5d/0126825138v1.jpeg?v= "Formnext 2025 opens ticket sales — over 800 exhibitors, Spain as partner country, and a diverse supporting program highlight the world’s leading trade fair for Additive Manufacturing in Frankfurt. (Source: Mesago / Marc Jacquemin)")