SW North America, a leading supplier of horizontal multi- and single-spindle CNC machining centers, automation, and complete system solutions, announced that it will bring an immersive manufacturing experience to IMTS 2026. Located at booth 338250, SW North America will showcase live machining, collaborative robots (cobots), aerospace applications, CNC manufacturing automation, and interactive demonstrations designed to highlight the future of smart manufacturing.
Throughout the event, visitors will experience advanced CNC machining and manufacturing automation technologies operating together in real time. The booth experience is designed to show manufacturers how flexible machining systems and intelligent automation can help improve throughput, increase process reliability, and support evolving production requirements.
,ÄúIMTS gives manufacturers the opportunity to experience technology in action,,Äù said Andrew Rowley, General Sales Manager, SW North America. ,ÄúThis year, we are focused on demonstrating how CNC machining and manufacturing automation can work together to create smarter, more adaptable production environments across industries.,Äù
Live Demo #1: BA 322 + Cobot + SW Souvenir Challenge Coins
One of the featured demonstrations will center around the SW BA 322 dual-table, dual-spindle CNC machining center paired with a cobot. During the live demonstration, the BA 322 will machine custom SW souvenir challenge coins while the cobot loads raw material and unloads finished components directly on the show floor.
Featured capabilities will include:
,Ä¢ Dual-table, dual-spindle machining
,Ä¢ Independent Z axes
,Ä¢ Ball screw driven platform
,Ä¢ Cobot automation
,Ä¢ Intelligent vision technology
,Ä¢ Flexible automation integration.
The cobot is designed to safely operate alongside people using integrated sensing and intelligent motion technology. Visitors will also have the opportunity to select industry-themed challenge coins through an interactive game-show-style experience.
In addition to this demonstration, SW will showcase digital twin technology that creates a virtual representation of the BA 322 machining process. Visitors will see how manufacturers can simulate production scenarios, validate process changes, and optimize performance in a digital environment before implementing adjustments on the shop floor. The technology helps reduce risk, improve efficiency, and support smarter manufacturing decisions throughout the production lifecycle.
Live Demo #2: BA W06-22 Aerospace Blisk Machining
SW North America will feature live machining demonstrations using the BA W06-22 machining center producing an aerospace blisk component.
The demonstration will showcase:
,Ä¢ Aerospace CNC machining applications
,Ä¢ Precision machining of complex geometries
,Ä¢ Process reliability for critical aerospace components
,Ä¢ High-performance material removal
,Ä¢ Advanced balancing and pre-setter technology.
A live presetter and balancing station will further demonstrate how aerospace manufacturers, and others that expect tight tolerances, can improve tooling accuracy and machining consistency for demanding production environments.
Live Demo #3: Zero-Point Fixture Change Technology
A third live demonstration will highlight zero-point fixture change technology using a cobot and automated fixture exchange platform.
Designed for low-volume, high-mix production environments, the system demonstrates:
,Ä¢ Faster fixture changeovers
,Ä¢ Flexible manufacturing automation
,Ä¢ Reduced downtime between production runs
,Ä¢ Improved positioning accuracy
,Ä¢ Greater manufacturing agility.
In addition to live CNC machining and manufacturing automation demonstrations, booth visitors will also enjoy custom IMTS-themed t-shirts from SW, interactive automation technology displays, and live discussions with SW machining and automation experts.
For more information contact:
SW North America, Inc.
30160 Lyon Industrial Ct.
New Hudson, MI 48165
330-298-8295
contact.na@sw-machines.com
www.sw-machines.com
IMTS South Building, Level 3
Booth 338250