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Image - Turn More. Program Less. CSM-1640 + Acu-Rite TurnPwr G2 -- Live at IMTS 2026 (South Hall Booth# 339444)Turn More. Program Less. CSM-1640 + Acu-Rite TurnPwr G2 -- Live at IMTS 2026 (South Hall Booth# 339444)


The Kent USA CSM-1640 CNC Precision Lathe pairs with Acu-Rite TurnPwr G2 to deliver full CNC and manual-mode capability in a single machine -- no G-code required. Turn, thread, bore, and drill with shop-floor conversational programming. Also on demo: EDM, grinding machines, and a 100:1 length-to-diameter ratio deep-hole gun drill. Booth #339444.


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Image - Could a Better Inductor Improve Results?Could a Better Inductor Improve Results?


Every application is different. IDEA designs and builds custom inductors engineered specifically for your process to improve heating performance, consistency and productivity. Meet the Induction Heating Experts at IMTS 2026, Booth #236946, or schedule a meeting before the show.


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Image - AI built for manufacturers is coming to IMTS.AI built for manufacturers is coming to IMTS.


Meet Genii by Global Shop Solutions, AI built directly into manufacturing ERP to help teams work smarter with the data and workflows they already use. Booth #133117.


See it in action at Booth #133117.


Image - Run Faster, Cut Smarter: Bring Digital Twin Power to your ShopfloorRun Faster, Cut Smarter: Bring Digital Twin Power to your Shopfloor


Stop wasting time on trial-and-error machining. With the Siemens CNC Digital Twin, simulate, validate and perfect every process before cutting begins. Eliminate risk, boost productivity and achieve first-time-right results. Then see it live at IMTS 2026 and discover how to accelerate your shopfloor's digital transformation. Booth #338262.


Unlock the CNC Digital Twin Learning Hub


Image - Renishaw introduces Equator™ dual-method gaugeRenishaw introduces Equator™ dual-method gauge


The Equator-X 500 brings unique capabilities to the shop floor, with optional Absolute or Compare modes to address the demands of fast-based manufacturing environments and various measurement requirements. See the Equator-X 500 at Renishaw's Quality Assurance exhibit at IMTS -- Booth #134524.


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Image - From F1™ Speed to Factory PrecisionFrom F1™ Speed to Factory Precision


Experience the technologies driving speed, accuracy, and quality in modern manufacturing. Explore live portable metrology demos, a Formula 1™ race car, and racing simulators. Discover how Hexagon helps manufacturers accelerate inspections, reduce rework, and improve productivity. Booth #134102.


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Image - Machine Tool Accessories GaloreMachine Tool Accessories Galore


Platinum Tooling now offers live tools, speeders, shrink fit tooling and machines, Swiss tools, broaching tools, knurling tools and much more. Booth #432201.


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Image - TechniDrill BTA Drilling Machine used for Diesel EnginesTechniDrill BTA Drilling Machine used for Diesel Engines


The TechniDrill 1.50-40-2 BTA drilling machine is used to manufacture wrist pins for large diesel engines. The large diameter pin is drilled from solid in a single pass using the BTA drilling process. The machine includes automation, which enables the customer to manufacture in high volumes for the automotive industry. Booth #339463.


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Image - Zimmermann Offers Large Portal MillsZimmermann Offers Large Portal Mills


The FZU22 5-axis portal milling machine can process a variety of materials, including aluminum, plastic, wood, and other substrates, and is also suitable for finishing carbon fiber reinforced and other composite materials. Visit Zimmermann at IMTS 2026 in the South building, Level 3, Booth #339336 to see it in action.


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Image - Meet Hexagon at IMTS 2026: Measure accurately anywhereMeet Hexagon at IMTS 2026: Measure accurately anywhere


Measurement challenges shouldn't stop production. Hexagon's portable metrology brings precision to the part. Inspect large components, capture data in unstable environments, and eliminate the bottleneck of moving parts to a lab. Capture accurate measurements anywhere on the shop floor, streamline quality processes, and reduce defects with sub millimeter precision. Booth #134102.


Explore Portable Metrology


Image - Super Air Knife Replaces Noisy BlowersSuper Air Knife Replaces Noisy Blowers


EXAIR's Super Air Knife delivers a uniform, high volume, high velocity sheet of air for blowoff, cooling and drying applications. Energy use is 1/3 that of typical blowoffs. Eliminates costly downtime of blowers. Noise is under 70 dBA at 80 PSIG.


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Image - From Music Scales to Scaling UpFrom Music Scales to Scaling Up


At IMTS, manufacturer and former musician Chris Basgall discovered the latest technologies, new strategies, and experienced peers that changed his company's future. Rewrite your future at IMTS 2026, Sept. 14-19, in Chicago.


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Image - Run Faster, Cut Smarter: Bring Digital Twin Power to your ShopfloorRun Faster, Cut Smarter: Bring Digital Twin Power to your Shopfloor


Stop wasting time on trial-and-error machining. With the Siemens CNC Digital Twin, simulate, validate and perfect every process before cutting begins. Eliminate risk, boost productivity and achieve first-time-right results. Then see it live at IMTS 2026 and discover how to accelerate your shopfloor's digital transformation. Booth #338262.


Unlock the CNC Digital Twin Learning Hub


Image - TechniDrill Gundrilling Machine Perfect for Aerospace ApplicationsTechniDrill Gundrilling Machine Perfect for Aerospace Applications


The TechniDrill 2.00-30-48 is a gundrilling machine used to manufacture airplane aileron actuation cylinders. The actuation cylinder starts as a solid bar. The gundrilling machine drills the large primary hole in a single pass, without the need for a pilot hole. TechniDrill machines are designed and built in the USA. Booth #339463.


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Image - Renishaw introduces Equator™ dual-method gaugeRenishaw introduces Equator™ dual-method gauge


The Equator-X 500 brings unique capabilities to the shop floor, with optional Absolute or Compare modes to address the demands of fast-based manufacturing environments and various measurement requirements. See the Equator-X 500 at Renishaw's Quality Assurance exhibit at IMTS -- Booth #134524.


More Information


Image - Zimmermann Offers Large Portal MillsZimmermann Offers Large Portal Mills


The FZU22 5-axis portal milling machine can process a variety of materials, including aluminum, plastic, wood, and other substrates, and is also suitable for finishing carbon fiber reinforced and other composite materials. Visit Zimmermann at IMTS 2026 in the South building, Level 3, Booth #339336 to see it in action.


More Information


Image - Machine Tool Accessories GaloreMachine Tool Accessories Galore


Platinum Tooling now offers live tools, speeders, shrink fit tooling and machines, Swiss tools, broaching tools, knurling tools and much more. Booth #432201.


Click and take a look.


Image - AI built for manufacturers is coming to IMTS.AI built for manufacturers is coming to IMTS.


Meet Genii by Global Shop Solutions, AI built directly into manufacturing ERP to help teams work smarter with the data and workflows they already use. Booth #133117.


See it in action at Booth #133117.


Image - Smarter Milling with Acu-Rite MillPwr G2 -- See KENT USA<sup>®</sup> CNC Mills live at IMTS 2026Smarter Milling with Acu-Rite MillPwr G2 -- See KENT USA® CNC Mills live at IMTS 2026


KENT USA® is bringing two powerhouse CNC mills to IMTS 2026 -- both running the Acu-Rite MillPwr G2 conversational control. Program complex parts on the floor, no G-code expertise required. Also on demo: EDM, grinding machines, and a 100:1 length-to-diameter ratio deep-hole gun drill. Booth #339444.


Learn More about KENT USA® CNC Mills


Image - Meet Hexagon at IMTS 2026: Measure accurately anywhereMeet Hexagon at IMTS 2026: Measure accurately anywhere


Measurement challenges shouldn't stop production. Hexagon's portable metrology brings precision to the part. Inspect large components, capture data in unstable environments, and eliminate the bottleneck of moving parts to a lab. Capture accurate measurements anywhere on the shop floor, streamline quality processes, and reduce defects with sub millimeter precision. Booth #134102.


Explore Portable Metrology

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