The future of AI chips is increasingly being shaped by packaging. With its HiPIMS product line, TRUMPF is addressing a key challenge facing the semiconductor industry: the reliable coating of highly complex glass substrates for the next generation of high-performance AI processors.

Nordson Test & Inspection, a global provider in inspection, metrology, and testing solutions, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading optical, X-ray, acoustic inspection, and metrology technologies powered by the Nordson Intelligence Ecosystem at SEMICON West 2026, October 13–15, in Booth 5844 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA.

The Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) has announced the ISO9001/AS9100 Internal Auditor Training event October 19-21 in Fort Worth, Texas.

PAC Machinery has announced it will once again partner with MSD Sales to demonstrate an integrated automation solution combining robotic kitting with high-speed automatic bagging. The system will feature the KitAmatic All-in-One-Kit Packaging System integrated with PAC Machinery’s Rollbag R1275 Automatic Bagger, providing an automated solution for kitting, assembly, inspection, and packaging of small parts.

Lantek, a global provider in software solutions for the sheet metal, tube and structural steel industries, will introduce Lantek v46: Further in Booth C6037 at Fabtech Expo 2026 scheduled at Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV, October 21-23, 2026.

THG Automation, a provider of robotic welding and automation integration, will be debuting multiple new hardware and software innovations at FABTECH 2026 in booth #S44061 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from October 21-23, 2026 in Las Vegas, NV.

KYZEN, a global provider in innovative, environmentally responsible cleaning chemistries, will exhibit at FABTECH 2026, scheduled to take place October 21-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The KYZEN team of cleaning experts will be on-site exhibiting at Booth S11055 and providing information about aqueous cleaning chemistries like METALNOX M6356 and M6324R to remove hard residues from a variety of metal substrates.

BLM GROUP USA, a provider in tube and sheet metal processing solutions, introduces Plug & Bend, an innovative quick-change tooling solution for select ELECT and E-TURN all-electric tube benders. Designed to simplify tooling changes and improve production efficiency, Plug & Bend enables manufacturers to transition quickly between different production jobs while maintaining consistent bending quality.

MARKATOR and Rocklin Manufacturing have introduced the MV6 VarioLase, a portable fiber laser marking system designed to bring permanent laser marking directly to medium-to-large parts, assemblies and tooling that can be difficult to move to a traditional enclosed laser workstation.

For fabricators, the question is not whether to add equipment or technology, it is where investments will have the greatest impact. Increasingly, the answer is the right combination of equipment, automation, software, and people.  SafanDarley North America will demonstrate how manufacturers are using these technologies to increase productivity, simplify operations, and make better use of available resources at FABTECH 2026, October 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.

Klingspor Abrasives Inc., a global manufacturer of high‑performance abrasive technology, will showcase its bonded cut-off wheel and grinding disc, flap disc, and resin fibre disc portfolios at FABTECH 2026, October 21–23, in Las Vegas, NV, at booth N10034. The exhibit will give fabricators, welders, maintenance professionals and industrial metalworking teams an opportunity to explore abrasive technologies designed to improve productivity, manage heat, extend consumable life and support application-specific surface results.

As workpieces grow in size, maintaining weld quality while increasing the robot's operating range becomes increasingly challenging. At FABTECH 2026 in Las Vegas, October 21-23, Güdel will show a demo featuring how manufacturers can increase automated welding capabilities while maintaining the precision and repeatability required for demanding fabrication. The live cell presents a FANUC ArcMate 120iD robot mounted on a Güdel 7th axis track and equipped with a Wire Wizard end-of-arm tool. 

Pacline, a manufacturer of overhead conveyor systems with more than 45 years of material handling experience, will exhibit at FABTECH 2026, October 21 to 23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth #10060.

SencCutSend, a U.S.-based on-demand manufacturing company specializing in custom sheet metal and CNC machining, is celebrating a year of progress toward its $1 million commitment to support STEM education nationwide. Since announcing this venture in January 2025, the company has issued nearly $250,000 in parts, engineering assistance and funding to student engineering, robotics and STEM programs.

The ESAB Demo Tour — the company’s first interactive, nationwide mobile welding and cutting experience — has embarked on its 2026 tour of U.S. welding distributor partner locations, metal fabrication facilities, schools and special events.

The American Welding Society (AWS) recently announced its full schedule of 2026 conferences and events that include educational sessions, networking, and opportunities to connect with industry-leading experts. In addition to annual FABTECH conferences, AWS will feature four comprehensive technical events in 2026: Inspection Expo & Conference (IEC 2026), Shipbuilding and Aluminum Conference, Welding Automation Expo & Conference (WAEC), and Welding Summit.

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI) is excited to announce Fastener Training Week in Los Angeles. This Fastener Training Week session offers five days of training spread across August, November and December – providing a more flexible schedule.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in collaboration with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), announced new action to remove nearly two dozen foreign product offerings from GSA Advantage!—the list of approved vendors for federal agency procurement. This action comes as a result of June meetings at the White House Small Business Summit, and in response to President Donald J. Trump’s recent directive and executive order requiring federal agencies to prioritize purchasing American-made goods, in support of American workers and businesses.

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is accelerating its commitment to the next generation of skilled trades by expanding the reach of the Airgas High School Welding Education Initiative to 76 schools across 26 states in 2026.

Flow International Corporation and Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) recently announced a renewed five-year partnership, strengthening their shared commitment to performance, precision, and innovation. This agreement enables JGR to integrate Flow’s NX Pro waterjet, LZR fiber laser, and HyperBend press brake into its operations, thereby enhancing each organizations' dedication to high performance.

Working together with 36 partner companies to bring technologies to life, foster dialogue, and showcase concrete application possibilities, The CHIRON Group hosted its annual OPEN HOUSE event at its headquarters in Tuttlingen, Germany.  The CHIRON Group supports the automotive industry, mechanical engineering, medical and precision technology, aerospace and tool manufacturing with its CNC-controlled, vertical milling and milling-turning machining centers as well as turnkey and automation solutions.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the SBA Freedom 250 Small Business Pledge, inviting American small business owners across the country to join the nationwide celebration honoring 250 years of American independence, entrepreneurship, and free enterprise. As part of the SBA’s Freedom 250 initiative, small businesses that sign the pledge will receive an official Freedom 250 certificate recognizing their commitment to America’s economic strength, to their local communities, and carrying forward the entrepreneurial spirit that has defined the nation since 1776.

At FABTECH 2026 booth S13078, Messe Düsseldorf will promote its “join the best – worldwide” portfolio of international tube, pipe and welding trade fairs, including Tube Düsseldorf 2028, Urban Steel Expo 2027, Tube Mexico, Tube China, Tube India, Tube Southeast Asia, Tube Eurasia and Tube Middle East Africa.

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