Patti Engineering Inc., a control system integration company with offices in Michigan, Texas and Indiana, recently announced that CEO and founder Sam Hoff will present on modernizing legacy control systems at the Manufacturing in America (MiA) 2025 event, Wednesday, September 10 at 2 PM at Ford Field in Detroit, MI. The seminar, titled, “Before you Throw Away, Consider an Upgrade,” takes place in the South Press Alcove of Ford Field.

iGAM, an equipment solution provider selling high-quality used manufacturing equipment across categories such as robots, CNC, welding, shop, electrical and more, has announced an Open House Tailgate at its new headquarters in Detroit, MI.

Automating material transport in manufacturing poses challenges for many companies. Typically, this process requires an organization to digitize and network its entire manufacturing process – an investment not every company can afford. With the Material Flow Starter Kit, high-tech company TRUMPF has developed a solution that is easy to use and requires less installation effort.

Acieta has announced it will partner with several exhibitors at FABTECH 2025, as well as participate in several presentations.

AMADA WELD TECH, a manufacturer of welding, marking, cutting, sealing and bonding technology, recently announced its participation at FABTECH 2025, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event. The exhibition will take place from September 8 - 11, 2025, in Chicago, IL.

Wauseon Machine Inc. (WM), a provider of automation solutions, tube forming technologies, precision machining and fabrication, has announced its partnership with Kawasaki Robotics to showcase tube forming technology at FABTECH 2025 from September 8-11, 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. At booth B15001, attendees will learn how seamless automation can be with the pairing between Wauseon Machine’s Automation Division and Kawasaki.

EMUGE-FRANKEN USA, a manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, end mills, drills, other rotary tools and precision clamping solutions, announced that together with its partners Okuma America Corporation and OPEN MIND Technologies, it will host a complimentary Machining Technology Event at Okuma North America, 11900 Westhall Drive, Charlotte, NC on September 11, 2025 from 10 AM 2 PM.

Cosen Saws, a global provider of industrial band saw technology, has announced its participation at FABTECH 2025, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event. From September 8–11, 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Cosen will showcase a powerful lineup of sawing solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of today's metalworking industry.

Vidir Solutions, a North American manufacturer of automated storage and retrieval systems, will be exhibiting at FABTECH 2025, taking place September 8–11, 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. At Booth B13006, Vidir will debut its latest innovation: the Dual-Tower Sheet Metal Vertical Lift System (VLS).

IDEA Induction LLC, specializing in custom induction heating systems and precision-crafted inductors for specific applications, has announced it will exhibit its latest innovations at FABTECH 2025, September 8-11, 2025 at Chicago's McCormick Place.

As manufacturers seek new opportunities to enhance productivity and drive the industry forward, FABTECH 2025 is set to showcase the tangible solutions and technology leading the way. North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event returns to McCormick Place in Chicago from September 8–11, bringing the entire industry under one roof.

FUCHS Lubricants Co., a global independent lubricant supplier, is bringing its advanced metalworking expertise to FABTECH 2025, September 8-11 in Chicago, IL. For over 90 years, FUCHS has partnered with manufacturers around the world to optimize performance at every stage of the metalworking process, from forming to cutting to finishing.

KYZEN, an environmentally responsible cleaning chemistries innovator, will exhibit at FABTECH 2025, September 8-11 at McCormick Place in Chicago. The KYZEN Clean Team will exhibit at Booth A3160 and provide information about METALNOX cleaning chemistries in addition to in-booth cleaning demonstrations.

Building on the momentum of their successful collaboration at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, MC Machinery Systems Inc. and Acieta are once again joining forces at FABTECH 2025 in Chicago to showcase the power of robotic press brake automation—featuring the FastBEND and RIBS (Robotically Integrated Bending Solutions).

HGG Profiling Equipment will showcase its newly introduced All Profile Cutter robotic plasma coping machine—the first of its kind capable of cutting both pipes (CHS) and box sections (SHS/RHS) in one operation—and the ProCutter 600 oxyfuel, as well as the plasma 3D profile cutting machine in Booth A5460 at FABTECH 2025, September 8-11, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

From moving cobots to novel mobile automation solutions, Güdel is highlighting two new technologies at FABTECH 2025 Booth B15015 that demonstrate its ability to solve automation engineering challenges.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a global manufacturer of arc welding solutions, alongside Hobart Filler Metals, Bernard and Tregaskiss, will debut its newest lineup of welding and safety innovations at FABTECH 2025, taking place September 8-11 in Chicago, IL. (FABTECH Booth B20027)

NestSoft US has announced its debut as the official U.S. strategic partner of Libellula SRL, a global provider in CAD/CAM solutions for sheet metal fabrication. With more than 18,000 active licenses worldwide, Libellula empowers manufacturers in the automotive, aerospace, marine and medical industries to streamline production and drive innovation.

C.R. Onsrud, a USA manufacturer of CNC machinery, will demonstrate advanced CNC capabilities at FABTECH Expo (Booth A6131, Chicago, IL, Sept. 8–11.

WITT Gas, a global provider in gas safety, control and analysis solutions, will showcase its latest innovations at Booth B33023 during FABTECH 2025. The exhibition runs from September 8–11, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. Attendees can explore WITT Gas’s advanced technologies for precise gas mixing, safety and reliability.

Prima Power, a global sheet metal working manufacturer, will exhibit its latest advancements at Booth A1338 at FABTECH 2025, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event. The exhibition will take place from September 8-11, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

Manufacturers are under increased pressure to reduce costs, address labor shortages and improve quality while keeping production moving. At FABTECH 2025, Bossard will help teams meet those challenges head-on with smart assembly and inventory solutions designed for modern manufacturing environments, the company said.

Tregaskiss, an innovator in robotic welding solutions, will introduce the Atlas robotic MIG welding torch — a next-generation, air-cooled ThruArm GMAW torch engineered to deliver unmatched efficiency, repeatable precision and simplified maintenance — at FABTECH 2025, September 8-11 in Chicago.

FARO Technologies Inc., a company specializing in 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions, will exhibit at FABTECH 2025. The exhibition will take place from September 8-11, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

BEHRINGER Saws Inc., a global manufacturer of high-performance bandsawing machines, circular cold saws and structural fabricating equipment, will exhibit its latest innovations at FABTECH 2025, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event. The exhibition will take place from September 8-11, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

FANUC America, the global provider of robotics, CNC systems and factory automation, will showcase its latest innovations at FABTECH 2025, September 8–11 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Designed to help manufacturers improve productivity, reduce labor challenges and increase flexibility, FANUC’s solutions span robotic welding, industrial painting, CNC machining and collaborative automation.

Steel Warehouse Company, a steel solutions provider and service center, has announced it will attend FABTECH 2025 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, September 8 to 11. The company plans to showcase its steel solutions at booth #A4981, where it will also have representatives available to answer technical questions, discuss product offerings and explain the company’s value-added services. These include in-house metallurgists who assist in material selection and design, just-in-time (JIT) delivery, inventory management and steel processing, such as temper pass cut to length, blanking, pickling, slitting, laser cutting and more.

Murata Machinery USA Inc. (Muratec USA), a fabrication machinery and automated turning center manufacturer, will spotlight the evolution and future of sheet metal fabrication at FABTECH 2025, September 8–11 at McCormick Place, Hall A, Booth A4531.

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, will showcase its latest innovations and expertise at this year’s FABTECH 2025, from September 8-11 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, Booth B29015.

Lantek, a global sheet metal manufacturing software provider, has introduced a major enhancement to its Assembly to Nesting (A2N) function with the automatic importation of standard bevels from 3D models. The company will showcase the technology at FABTECH 2025.

ALMCO, a U.S. manufacturer of industrial parts washers and surface finishing equipment, will spotlight its SBB-8V round bowl finishing machine, the VB-1631 vibratory finishing tub and the PRB18-36E inline conveyor parts washer at FABTECH 2025 in booth D41360. The machines deliver extreme efficiency, ease of operation, versatility and high output, the company reported.

Mazak MegaStir will showcase its patented high-speed Instrumented Tool Holder (ITH) for friction stir welding (FSW) during FABTECH 2025 in the Mazak Optonics booth A3502. As a pioneer in FSW technology, Mazak MegaStir takes the process to the next level with its fast-moving ITH that further boosts joint strength and provides practically zero part distortion.

Cardinal Kinetic will showcase its latest motion control innovations at SPS 2025, taking place September 16–18, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. The company will highlight InoDrive, a compact, all-in-one motion control card engineered for precise, real-time control of brushless DC servo motors.

The Aluminum Anodizers Council (AAC) and the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) are joining forces to bring aluminum anodizing and aluminum extrusion industry business and technical information to their members and industry professionals. The AAC 34th Annual International Aluminum Anodizing Conference & Exposition and the AEC Management Conference will be co-located forming the 2025 Aluminum Summit.

The Association For Manufacturing Technology has announced the return of its AMT Meetup series in 2025, featuring seven stops across the country and new partnerships with Women in Manufacturing (WiM) and the National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA).

At EMO 2025, Siemens will introduce Optimize MyProgramming /3D Scanner, an innovative software solution that will fundamentally transform shop floor-oriented CNC programming, the company reported.

Under the motto "Manufacturing the Future," DMG MORI connects people, technologies and industries. On the occasion of the EMO's 50th anniversary, the company impressively demonstrates how the future of manufacturing is already becoming a reality today. From September 22 to 26, 2025, the innovation leader will be creating DMG MORI World in Hall 2, full of pioneering manufacturing solutions that will sustainably improve life and production – in small, medium-sized and large companies alike. Three focal points characterize the trade fair appearance and form the core of DMG MORI World: Technology, Machining Transformation (MX) and 5+X Industries.

BLM GROUP USA welcomed local robotics team Frog Force 503 from Novi High School in Michigan for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at the cutting-edge tube and sheet laser technology that is driving the metal fabrication industry. The visit marks a key step in the collaboration between the student-led robotics team and the leading supplier of tube and sheet metal fabrication machines.

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KUKA Robotics will feature multiple innovative robotics cells at PACK EXPO 2025, September 29 to October 1, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Automation demonstrations will be in collaboration with KUKA System Partners FOCUS Integration, DGT, Automated Automation and Blue Onyx Systems (formerly named Viking Masek Packaging Technologies). The live demos will include autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for intralogistics, robotic palletizing/depalletizing, a robotic case packing operation and a conveyor picking and handling system. The company will also be featuring its newest technology – the KR C5 KUKA industrial robot controller for enhanced flexibility and performance, and the iiQKA.0S2 KUKA System Software (KSS) for workflow optimization.

KUKA Robotics hosted its annual two-day KUKA Connexions event from July 21-23, 2025, in Palm Beach, FL. The event assembled official KUKA System Partners, integrators and Technology Partners from across North America to educate attendees on technology and solutions that better serve their customers and make automation easier.

Hypertherm Associates, a manufacturer of industrial cutting products and software, will highlight the precision, safety, versatility and cost-effectiveness of its Powermax plasma cutting systems for degating and trimming metal castings at the North American Die Casting Association (NADCA) Die Casting Congress & Tabletop 2025, Oct. 7-9, in booth #311 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, WI.

INDEX, a global provider of CNC turning machines, will be demonstrating its C200 FANUC at Manufacturing Technology Series WEST, formerly known as westec.

Gleason Corp. has announced it will participate in Motion + Power Technology Expo 2025 (MPT) in Detroit, MI, from Oct. 21–23, 2025. This year, Gleason will present groundbreaking innovations across the full spectrum of gear technology—from digital design and high-precision manufacturing to nano-level inspection—with a particular focus on Smart Loop Gear Manufacturing.

The American Welding Society (AWS) will host its 2025 Pipeline, Facilities, and Tanks Conference on November 5-6 at Stockyards Station in Fort Worth, TX. This two-day technical program brings together professionals from across the pipeline, related facilities and tank sectors for expert-led sessions, networking, and continuing education opportunities—all in the heart of one of Texas’ most iconic locations.

Kitamura Machinery, a global manufacturer of high-precision vertical, horizontal, 5-axis and double column machining centers, has announced the appointment of SAF Maquinas, based in Pinhais, Brazil, as its exclusive distributor for the Brazilian market.

(l-r): U.S. Representative David Joyce (OH) and TJ Davies President Sherry Davies

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Extrusion Technology for Aluminum Profiles Foundation, Aluminum Extruders Council Issue Call for Abstracts for ET 2027; Submission Deadline February 26, 2026

February 26, 2026

The Extrusion Technology for Aluminum Profiles Foundation (ET Foundation) and the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) have issued the Call for Abstracts for ET 2027 - the 14th International Aluminum Extrusion Technology Seminar and Exposition.

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Patterns of Meaning Art Initiative, METAL Partner to Engage K-12 Students in Steel, Metal Manufacturing

July 28, 2026

The Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning (METAL) program, led by IACMI – The Composites Institute with funding from the U.S. Department of Defense’s Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment Program, recently announced a new partnership with the Pittsburgh-based Patterns of Meaning Initiative, an innovative program that introduces steel, specialty materials and metal manufacturing to K-12 students through the arts.

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ESAB Announces 2025 AWS Scholarships Winners

July 28, 2026

ESAB recently announced the 12 recipients of the 2025 $5,000 scholarships, awarded through a collaboration with the American Welding Society (AWS) Foundation. The scholarships, made possible by ESAB’s Future Fabricators program, support students across North America pursuing welding certifications and degrees.

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Hypertherm Doubles Warranty Length for Powermax Series

July 28, 2026

Hypertherm Associates, a U.S.-based manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, has doubled the warranty period for the company’s Powermax plasma cutters from three years to six years. All customers who received delivery of a Powermax plasma or gouging system on or after January 1, 2025, are now retroactively eligible for the extended coverage.

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