Five CNC Machining Trends Reshaping Precision Manufacturing in 2026
Five trends reshaping CNC machining in 2026: AI-driven machine control, digital twins, energy-efficient designs, hybrid additive-subtractive manufacturing, and AR training tools for workforce development.
IMTS 2026 Set to Showcase Next-Generation CNC and Automation
IMTS 2026 opens in Chicago this September with 1,800+ exhibitors showcasing live robotic CNC demos and new multitasking machines. Manufacturing technology orders are growing for the first time since 2021.
AI-Powered CNC Programming Platform Secures Major Funding to Tackle Talent Crisis
An AI-powered CNC programming platform has raised $20 million to tackle the manufacturing labor shortage. The software cuts programming time by 50% and is already deployed in aerospace and defense production.