03 Welcome and Diary of Events

Regional Report

ISMR showcases a range of forthcoming international events.

06 General News

BIEMH show report on page 10.

12 People Watch

14 Industry News

32 Made in the UK

The manufacturing landscape in the UK, as well as challenges, opportunities and new initiatives for the future, come under the spotlight.

Event Preview

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The Smart Approach

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Cutting and Bending

18 Research News

52 Product Reviews

ISMR reviews a selection of the latest new product innovations.

Industry Report

20 A Connected Population

We highlight a selection of the latest analysis on global consumer electronics markets for manufacturers including trends, opportunities and innovations.

36 Supply Chain Solutions

Subcon 2026, from 3-4 June 2026 in Birmingham( UK), spotlights subcontract manufacturing, supply chain solutions and engineering excellence.

Focus on Joining

40 A Strong Seal

Bonding can be a strong alternative to welding, screwing or riveting. We outline the benefits of metal bonding technologies for a wide range of applications.

Event Preview

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Supply Chain Solutions

Focus on Metalworking

24 Cutting and Bending

UK furniture manufacturer, Gresham Office Furniture, has brought all its metal furniture component manufacture in-house following the purchase of a new press brake and tube laser / flat-bed fibre laser cutting systems.

Event Preview

28 The Smart Approach

Smart Manufacturing Week from 3-4 June 2026 will give visitors access to a powerful line-up of events across multiple exhibition halls at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.

44 Innovations, Technologies and Machines

ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE, from 26-29 May 2026 in Poland, will feature exhibitions, conferences, debates and training sessions for manufacturers worldwide.

Focus on Coil Processing

48 HVAC Casings from Coil

Finnish manufacturer, Pivatic Oy, has refined its casing production lines from coil or sheet for HVAC( heating, ventilation and air-conditioning) units. The industry sector has enjoyed strong growth in recent years.

Focus on Punching

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Innovations, Technologies and Machines

50 Packing a Punch

We outline the benefits, techniques, machinery types and features of sheet metal punching operations for manufacturers.

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A Strong Seal

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