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IMTS 2022 Review: Attention to Automation Extends Beyond the Robot and the Machine
The advance toward increasingly automated machining can be seen in the ways tooling, workholding, gaging and integration all support unattended production. This is the area of innovation I found most compelling at the recent International Manufacturing Technology Show.
Peter Zelinski
Editorial Director, Modern Machine Shop
A Decade Side by Side
This year’s show celebrates 10 years of co-location between IMTS and Hannover Messe.
Read MoreShowcasing the Benefits of Some Oft-Overlooked Grinders
Brent Donaldson of Modern Machine Shop sits down with Supertec's Don Staggenborg to discuss what the IMTS veterans brought to this year's show.
Read MoreNASA Brings Technology to New Heights
Meet NASA mission system engineer Mike Menzel and learn more about the James Webb Space Telescope at Mitsui Seiki USA’s booth (338700) in the South Hall from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 15.
Read MoreThe Best Ways to Spend the Day
IMTS22: The sheer amount of exhibitors and innovations present at the show is enough to make anyone’s head spin. Don’t be overwhelmed! We asked the experts: What is the best way to get the most of your time at IMTS?
Read MoreOut of This World: Space Exploration Innovations at IMTS
The more time passes, the more it becomes clear that space exploration and manufacturing have a close-knit future together. (Click through for a slideshow of the coolest space gear we found on the show floor!)
Read MoreCompact Tool Grinding Machine With a Big Impact
United Grinding’s small grinding machine makes a big appearance at IMTS 2022.
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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.
Chris Pasion
Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop | Production Machining
IMTS is the Place for Aerospace
The aerospace industry will receive a lot of attention at IMTS, as conferences explore both the material and process needs of the complex, advanced industry. (Check out the slideshow for aerospace industry highlights!)
Read MoreMedical Manufacturing Must-sees
The realm of medical manufacturing includes precision cleaning, exacting tolerances, additive manufacturing, ins and outs of FDA clearance and more. Anyone in the industry can learn more and keep up to date with latest in medical manufacturing at IMTS.
Read MoreNo Longer a Last Resort: Conference Focuses in on Laser Applications
Wednesday’s Industrial Laser Conference is all about lasers, their benefits and applications. Sessions start at 9:30 a.m. in the West Building – so you still have time to register!
Read MorePost-Show Plans
IMTS22: The days on the IMTS show floor are long, but there is still plenty to get into after McCormick Hall closes for the day. We asked show attendees: What is your favorite way to kick back in Chicago after a day at IMTS?
Read MoreElectric Vehicles Spark Bright Ideas
Ford alone expects to have production capacity for 600,000 electric vehicles by late 2023, and more than 2 million by the end of 2026. The effects on manufacturing are BIG.
Read More"Coolest Thing I've Seen on the Show Floor"
Whether it's a robotic dog, a Corvette-twirling robot or a 3D-printed statue of liberty– IMTS is THE place to see cool new stuff. So we asked attendees – What are you most excited to see here?
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Beards of IMTS - Amazing Feats of Beard Engineering
Manufacturing has a multi-talented bunch of people, but who knew so many were adept in the facial hair industry? Check out the best of the beards at IMTS!
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.
Read MorePlay 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.
Read MoreEDMs Spark Interest
MC Machinery is showing off its suite of EDMs and milling machines designed for die/mold applications.
Read MoreOperative System for Grinding Machines
United Grinding showcases digital operating systems at IMTS 2022.
Read MoreDigital Manufacturing. Implemented.
Digital Manufacturing is all over IMTS, in exhibitor booths and in special technology displays. Discover what Peter Eelman, chief experience officer at AMT, thinks of what’s to come at this year’s show.
Read MoreConferences 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.
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Don't Miss This: Technology Trends
Manufacturing advances like automation and machine monitoring software are not only affordable for job shops, they may soon become competitive necessities.
Read More4-way Bed Precision Lathe Features Automated Cycles
Long and thin workpieces can be machined without reclamping on this new machine from Weiler, according to the company.
Read MoreThe Debut of an HMC Series
The FH5000 Series from JTEKT Toyoda is compromised of three high-speed horizontal machining centers.
Read MoreWhat Brings You Here?
IMTS22: Whether you're looking to network with others in the industry, see new innovations or show off new technologies, everybody has different reasons for coming to IMTS. So we asked: Why are you headed to IMTS?
Read MoreWeldon Solutions Complements its Grinders With Automation
Weldon Solutions’ candy-picking robot is ready and waiting to distribute over 4,000 pieces of candy this year in the company’s booth.
Read MoreSchunk Makes a Gripping Debut at IMTS
By taking inspiration from gecko feet, Schunk has developed a residue- and particle-free adhesive robotic gripper that holds up to 35 pounds.
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