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Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Microsoft Collaborate to Enhance IoT Interoperability for Buildings

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Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Microsoft Collaborate to Enhance IoT Interoperability for Buildings

ZUG, Switzerland, Jul 7, 2025 – Today, Siemens Smart Infrastructure announced a collaboration agreement with Microsoft to transform access to Internet of Things (IoT) data for buildings. The collaboration will enable interoperability between Siemens’ digital building platform, Building X, and Microsoft Azure IoT Operations enabled by Azure Arc. Azure IoT Operations, a component of this adaptive cloud approach, provides tools and infrastructure to connect edge devices while integrating data, enabling organizations to optimize their operations and utilize the potential of their IoT environments.

The interoperability of Building X and Azure IoT Operations is making IoT-based data more accessible for large enterprise customers across commercial buildings, data centers, and higher education facilities and provides them with the necessary information to enhance sustainability and operations. It enables automatic onboarding and monitoring by bringing datapoints such as temperature, pressure, or indoor air quality to the cloud, for assets like heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, valves, and actuators. The solution will even allow customers to develop their own in-house use cases such as energy monitoring and space optimization.

One-click device onboarding to the cloud, and efficient data exchange will give customers unparalleled freedom to design their IoT architecture. Siemens’ hardware and software components can be seamlessly integrated without being confined to a single vendor ecosystem. 

The collaboration leverages known and established open industry standards, including World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web of Things (WoT), describing the metadata and interfaces of hard- and software, as well as Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture (OPC UA) for communication of data to the cloud. Both Siemens and Microsoft are members of the W3C and the OPC Foundation, which develops standards and guidelines that help build an industry based on accessibility, interoperability, privacy, and security. 

This solution marks one of the first integrations of IoT data purely based on open standards across providers. 

“This collaboration with Microsoft reflects our shared vision of enabling customers to harness the full potential of IoT through open standards and interoperability,” said Susanne Seitz, CEO, Siemens Smart Infrastructure Buildings. “The improved data access will provide portfolio managers with granular visibility into critical metrics such as energy efficiency and consumption. With IoT data often being siloed, this level of transparency is a game-changer for an industry seeking to optimize building operations and meet sustainability targets.”

“Siemens shares Microsoft’s focus on interoperability and open IoT standards. This collaboration is a significant step forward in making IoT data more actionable,” said Erich Barnstedt, Senior Director & Architect, Corporate Standards Group, Microsoft. “Microsoft’s strategy underscores our commitment to partnering with industry leaders to empower customers with greater choice and control over their IoT solutions.”

The interoperability between Siemens’ Building X and Azure IoT Operations will be available on the market from the second half of 2025.

Building X is a digital building platform that supports customers to digitalize, manage, and optimize their building operations, paving the way for sustainable, autonomous, and profitable assets. It is part of Siemens Xcelerator, an open digital business platform that enables customers to accelerate their digital transformation easier, faster and at scale.

About Siemens Smart Infrastructure

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) is shaping the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings, and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions, and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalized ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. To protect this journey, we foster holistic cybersecurity to ensure secure and reliable operations. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland. As of September 30, 2024, the business had around 78,500 employees worldwide.

About Siemens AG 

Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, making factories more efficient, cities more livable, and transportation more sustainable. A leader in industrial AI, Siemens leverages its deep domain know-how to apply AI – including generative AI – to real-world applications, making AI accessible and impactful for customers across diverse industries. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a leading global medical technology provider pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. In fiscal 2024, which ended on September 30, 2024, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €75.9 billion and net income of €9.0 billion. As of September 30, 2024, the company employed around 312,000 people worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at www.siemens.com.

Oerlikon Balzers Launches BALDIA VARIA CVD Diamond Coating for Machining Special Materials

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Oerlikon Balzers Launches BALDIA VARIA CVD Diamond Coating for Machining Special Materials

BALZERS, Liechtenstein, JuL 7, 2025 — Oerlikon Balzers, a technology brand from Oerlikon specializing in thin-film coatings for precision components and tools, is introducing BALDIA VARIA, a new advanced chemical vapor deposition (CVD) diamond coating engineered for cutting tools used to machine lightweight and ceramic materials. Supporting progressive wear behavior on a wide range of tool sizes and geometries, this coating responds to the growing demand for a more efficient machining of these special materials. By launching BALDIA VARIA, Oerlikon continues to expand its portfolio of high-performance diamond coatings while focusing on more sustainable and productive machining.

As the use of special materials such as fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRPs), composite stack materials, graphite, and advanced ceramics continues to grow – particularly in the aerospace, medical, and molding sectors – BALDIA VARIA helps improve part quality, increase tool utilization, and reduce manufacturing costs. The diamond coating is based on Oerlikon’s CVD plasma technology, resulting in a dense, nanocrystalline coating structure. This structural composition supports progressive wear behavior that enables early wear detection and optimized tool utilization – with the added advantage of an optimum cost-benefit ratio for tool management and production planning.

“With its extreme hardness and progressive wear behavior, BALDIA VARIA was developed with a clear goal: to help manufacturers machine special materials with greater reliability and cost-effectiveness,” says Matthieu Guillon, Product Manager for BALDIA Diamond Coatings at Oerlikon. “In addition, its adaptability across micro and large-scale tools, combined with our plasma-driven CVD technology, gives customers a diamond coating that extends tool service life, resulting in a lower total cost of ownership.”

A key advantage of BALDIA VARIA is its ability to deliver consistent coating quality across a wide range of tool geometries, from micro drills and inserts to large-diameter milling tools and saw blades. Particularly effective in roughing and finishing operations for CFRPs and ceramics, BALDIA VARIA’s progressive wear mechanism enables easier wear monitoring – helping prevent sudden tool failure and reduce unplanned downtime.

For more information about the BALDIA VARIA, visit: https://www.oerlikon.com/balzers/baldia-varia.

About Oerlikon

Oerlikon (SIX: OERL) is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing. The Group’s solutions and comprehensive services, together with its advanced materials, empower customers by improving and maximizing the performance, function, design and sustainability of customers’ products and manufacturing processes in key industries. Pioneering technology for decades, everything Oerlikon invents and does is guided by its passion to support customers’ goals and foster a sustainable world. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland, the Group operates its business in two Divisions – Surface Solutions and Polymer Processing Solutions. It has a global footprint of more than 12 600 employees at 207 locations in 38 countries and generated sales of CHF 2.7 billion in 2023. For more information, visit https://www.oerlikon.com/balzers.

EON Reality Launches Spatial AI Military Academy

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EON Reality Launches Spatial AI Military Academy

IRVINE, CA, USA, Jul 7, 2025 – EON Reality, the world leader in AI-assisted Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education, announces the official launch of the EON Spatial AI Military Academy—a first-of-its-kind platform aimed at future-proofing military training and closing longstanding capability gaps in defense education.

In today’s volatile global landscape, modern cadets are digitally native, but their traditional training systems have failed to keep pace with the technology-driven nature of modern warfare. EON Reality’s comprehensive AI-powered immersive platform stands uniquely positioned to transform defense training for a new generation of leaders.

Tackling Systemic Gaps in Military Training

  1. Modernizing Outdated Doctrines with Dynamic XR Simulations
    Many defense institutions still rely on curricula designed for past conflicts, leaving cadets underprepared for cyber, hybrid, and asymmetric threats. EON’s platform replaces static textbooks with dynamic, continually updated 3D, AR, and VR scenarios. These immersive experiences mirror real-world battlefield complexities—from urban operations to electronic warfare—ensuring every cadet trains for present-day realities, not yesterday’s wars.
  2. Virtual Access to Rare and Costly Equipment
    Hands-on exposure to advanced hardware—such as UAVs, armored vehicles, or field communication systems—is often restricted due to cost and logistics. EON Reality’s XR environments let cadets operate virtual replicas of cutting-edge equipment, practicing high-stakes procedures and maneuvers without the risks or expenses of live assets. Amphibious landings, mountain rescues, and complex ops can be safely and effectively drilled anywhere, anytime.
  3. Personalized Learning with AI² Mentorship
    Instructor shortages and overstretched classrooms inhibit individualized coaching and skill development. The EON platform’s “AI² Mentors”—intelligent virtual tutors powered by advanced AI—provide 24/7 adaptive guidance. Cadets ​receive real-time feedback, targeted remediation, and custom learning pathways, ensuring no one gets left behind regardless of class size or instructor availability.
  4. Tech Refresh Without Barriers
    Budget limitations and outdated hardware plague many training centers, stifling innovation. EON’s cloud-based, device-agnostic platform removes reliance on expensive labs or specialized equipment. Whether accessed on a basic laptop, tablet, smartphone, or a sophisticated headset, the EON Spatial AI Military Academy delivers full fidelity immersive training to every cadet, everywhere—eliminating disparities and stretching limited resources further.
  5. Equal Opportunity Across All Regions
    Geographic isolation or under-resourced backgrounds can no longer restrict a cadet’s future. EON’s solution democratizes elite-level training, making it accessible on demand in urban and rural areas alike. Cadets in remote posts or underserved schools receive precisely the same cutting-edge instruction as their peers in premier defense academies, leveling the playing field and opening doors for underserved talent.
  6. Human-Centered Leadership Development
    Tomorrow’s military leaders need more than tactical prowess—they must excel in empathy, adaptability, and decision-making under pressure. EON embeds emotionally intelligent leadership modules within its curriculum, measuring and developing essential soft skills with the same rigor as field maneuvers or weapons handling. Command presence, emotional intelligence, and ethical reasoning are cultivated and assessed throughout each cadet’s journey.
  7. Real-World Career Alignment and Advancement
    A critical gap in military education is the lack of visibility into evolving defense job markets. EON’s platform syncs training modules with live workforce data, equipping cadets with the skills most in demand by the armed forces and defense industries. This agility ensures all learning is forward-looking, preparing graduates for immediate integration into operational forces and fast-changing defense careers.
  8. Actionable Analytics to Inform Command and Policy
    Performance metrics influence not just individual progress, but institutional and national strategy. EON’s real-time analytics dashboards deliver comprehensive data—tracking skill acquisition, retention rates, operational readiness, and leadership growth. This empowers commanders, educators, and policymakers with actionable insights to enhance training efficiency, optimize investments, and shape long-term defense readiness.

The EON Advantage: Transformative Benefits

By adopting the EON Spatial AI Military Academy, defense organizations can:

  • Achieve Unprecedented Scalability and Cost Efficiency: Immersive, high-impact training delivered globally with minimal overhead.
  • Replace Reactive Models with Proactive, Data-Driven Systems: Institution-wide insights translate into continuous improvement and greater mission alignment.
  • Empower Every Cadet, Regardless of Background: No barriers to opportunity—only merit, skill, and leadership potential.
  • Accelerate Readiness for Modern Threats: Every graduate is battlefield-ready, leadership-equipped, and capable of adapting to evolving defense needs.

“As the pace of technological change accelerates, our armed forces can only remain secure if their training evolves just as rapidly,” said Dan Lejerskar, Chairman of EON Reality. “With the EON Spatial AI Military Academy, we are redefining what’s possible in defense education—making world-class operational training universally accessible, adaptive, and tailored to both immediate challenges and future demands. This isn’t just a new platform—it’s a strategic leap forward for the safety, resilience, and effectiveness of military forces worldwide.”

The EON Spatial AI Military Academy stands as a call to action for forward-thinking defense leaders: transform today to safeguard tomorrow. EON Reality’s commitment is clear—no more delays, no more excuses. The future of military readiness is here.

About EON Reality

EON Reality is the world leader in Artificial Intelligence-powered Augmented and Virtual Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education. With over 25 years of experience, EON Reality is committed to making knowledge available, accessible, and affordable globally. Spatial AI University, launched in 2025, is the first educational transformation platform to use spatial AI technology. For more information, please visit www.eonreality.com.

Frederick Stefany Joins AML3D USA Board

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Frederick Stefany Joins AML3D USA Board

STOW, OH, USA, Jul 7, 2025 – AML3D Limited (ASX:AL3) (“AML3D” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Frederick J. Stefany to the Board of AML3D USA Inc. Mr. Stefany brings over four decades of experience leading the US Navy and Marine Corp’s research, development, acquisition, and sustainment programs across shipbuilding, aviation, weapons and support functions. Most recently, between July 2024 and February 2025, Mr. Stefany established and then served as the first Program Manager of the US Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base (“MIB”).

Mr. Stefany joined the Department of the Navy (“DON”) as an Engineer-in-Training in 1985 and, prior to managing the MIB, had spent almost three years in the role of acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition (“ASN RDA”). In this role, Mr. Stefany was responsible for all DON Research and Development, Acquisition and Sustainment programs, managing a budget of more than US$130 billion dollars a year and oversight of more than 55,000 acquisition professionals. During this time Mr. Stefany testified before the US Congress and chaired monthly meetings with the CEOs of the top 10 US Defense companies.

Mr. Stefany also held the role of Principal Civilian Deputy ASN RDA, between October 2019 and August 2024, and oversaw the development and implementation of the plan to start the US Navy’s Columbia submarine program alongside the expansion of the Virginia Submarine program. In the prior year, while in the role of Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Ships, he was responsible for executive oversight of all naval shipbuilding, conversion, modernization and disposal of in-service ships programs. This role included executive oversight of cost, schedule and performance of surface ship and submarine combat systems, electronic warfare systems, shipboard radars, and Navy missile defense programs.

During his distinguished federal career, Mr. Stefany received the Presidential Rank Award for Meritorious Service, Navy Civilian Meritorious Service Award, two Navy Superior Civilian Service Awards and a Navy Distinguished Civilian Service Award. In 2024, he also received the Wayne E. Meyer award for sustained acquisition excellence.

Pete Goumas, AML3D’s President will also be appointed to the Board of AML3D US Inc. as an Executive Director.

AML3D Managing Director, Sean Ebert commented, “I’m delighted that Frederick has agreed to join the Board of AML3D USA Inc. Accessing multiple layers of the US Navy’s Marine Industrial Base is central to AML3D’s growth strategy in the US. We are in the early days of supporting the US Navy’s Submarine Industrial Base, surface ships and munitions programs. I am confident Frederick’s extensive, multi decade experience across many, very relevant, US Department of the Navy programs, most recently establishing the US Navy’s Marine Industrial Base, will be invaluable in accelerating our growth within the US Defense sector.”

President of AML3D US, Pete Goumas commented, Frederick’s career to the highest echelons of the US Department of the Navy is simply awe inspiring. I am excited to learn from him, work with him and be guided by him. AML3D is providing a unique additive manufacturing technology that solves for so many of the critical manufacturing needs of the US Navy. I relish the opportunity to leverage Frederick’s deep insights and long-established networks across not only the US Navy’s submarines and ship building programs but also maintenance, naval aviation and weapons systems. With established plans to expand our US operations, a hugely experienced Board and an exceptional operational team we are well positioned to supercharge AML3D USA’s growth!”

AML3D Non-Executive Director, Frederick J. Stefany commented, “After 43 years of deeply fulfilling service, I was happy to retire from the US Department of the Navy earlier this year. This decision created an opportunity to join the Board of AML3D USA and I am proud to be able to continue to support the great work being done to enhance the US Navy’s capabilities. I am very impressed by AML3D’s ARCEMY advanced additive manufacturing technology, which I can see playing a critical role in reinvigorating and accelerating the US Navy’s sovereign manufacturing capabilities, particularly in support of the Maritime Industrial Base.”

About AML3D

AML3D Limited, a publicly listed technology company founded in 2014, utilises new technologies to pioneer and lead metal additive manufacturing globally. Disrupting the traditional manufacturing space, AML3D has developed and patented a Wire Additive Manufacturing (WAM) process that metal 3D prints commercial, large-scale parts for Aerospace, Defence, Maritime, Manufacturing, Mining and Oil & Gas. AML3D provides parts contract manufacturing from its Technology Centre in Adelaide, Australia, and is the OEM of ARCEMY, an industrial metal 3D printing system that combines IIoT and Industry 4.0 to enable manufacturers to become globally competitive. For more information, visit https://aml3d.com.

Titomic Netherlands Secures Strategic 3D PK Funding to Advance Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing Capabilities

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Titomic Netherlands Secures Strategic 3D PK Funding to Advance Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing Capabilities

AKKRUM, Netherlands, Jul 7, 2025 – Titomic Limited (ASX: TTT), a global leader in Titomic Kinetic Fusion, Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing, proudly announces that its Netherlands division has been awarded key funding through the prestigious 3D Print Kompas (3D PK) program. This €800,000 (AU$1,428,000) funding is aimed at accelerating industrial innovation and capability expansion across advanced manufacturing in the region.

The 3D PK program, a collaborative initiative supported by the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and executed through regional innovation bodies, is designed to foster high-impact 3D production technologies that drive economic growth, sustainability, and competitiveness. With this support, Titomic Netherlands will deepen its research and development of Cold Spray technology, targeting mission-critical applications across aerospace, defense, energy, and infrastructure sectors.

“This funding validates the strategic importance of our advanced manufacturing capabilities within Europe,” said Klaas Rozema, President of Titomic Europe. “It allows us to expand our operations, enhance our material science research, and strengthen collaborations with industrial and academic partners throughout the Netherlands and the broader EU.”

Titomic’s Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing process—branded as Titomic Kinetic Fusion (TKF)—enables the creation of large-scale, high-performance parts without melting metals, eliminating the typical drawbacks of conventional additive manufacturing such as thermal distortion or residual stresses.

The funding, to be provided over approximately 24 months, will support:

  • Expansion of R&D into next-generation materials and coatings for printed circuit boards
  • Development of automated repair and refurbishment systems for aerospace and maritime parts with the use of Augmented Reality
  • Development of a “Backpack” Cold Spray solution
  • Collaboration with local universities and industry partners to build a robust Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing talent pipeline in the region.

This initiative underscores Titomic’s global expansion strategy and commitment to delivering sovereign manufacturing capabilities through sustainable, high-performance solutions.

About Titomic

Titomic Limited (ASX: TTT) is an Australian public company specializing in large integrated solutions for industrial- scale metal additive manufacturing, coating, and repairs using its patented kinetic fusion cold spray (Titomic Kinetic Fusion) technology. Titomic Kinetic Fusion cold spray solutions provide OEM production and R&D services to the global Aerospace, Defense, Shipbuilding, Oil & Gas, Mining and Automotive industries. Titomic also offers global sales and support for all of its Titomic Kinetic Fusion cold spray AM activities from its Melbourne Head Office, as well as through local presence in the USA and Europe. Titomic delivers competitive advantages in metal additive manufacturing at every stage in the product value chain. For more information, visit www.titomic.com.

NUM, Lone Star Cutting, PypeServer Collaborate to Enhance Magnum Pipe Cutting Machine

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NUM, Lone Star Cutting, PypeServer Collaborate to Enhance Magnum Pipe Cutting Machine

TEUFEN, Switzerland, Jul 4, 2025 – NUM AG, a leading provider of advanced CNC control solutions, is proud to announce its latest collaboration with Lone Star Cutting Solutions, a premier manufacturer of cutting machines, to enhance the capabilities of the Magnum pipe cutting machine. This partnership, supported by software from PypeServer, underscores the companies’ commitment to innovation and precision in the field of industrial cutting.

NUM’s Cutting-Edge CNC Controls

NUM brings its industry-leading expertise in CNC control systems to the Magnum pipe cutting machine, providing advanced controls that significantly enhance its performance. Central to this collaboration is the integration of NUM’s sophisticated height control interface for cutting systems, ensuring precise and consistent cutting depths. This feature is particularly critical for maintaining the high-quality standards that Lone Star Cutting Solutions is known for, especially when working with complex pipe geometries and cutting angles.

In addition to height control, the Magnum machine now benefits from NUM’s advanced RTCP (Rotation Tool Center Point) function, which is specifically designed for multi-axis machining applications. The RTCP function allows for precise control of the tool tip in relation to the workpiece, ensuring that the desired bevel angle is maintained consistently, even when the orientation of the A/B bevel head changes. This is crucial for applications requiring high-precision beveling, such as those found in pipe cutting, where the accuracy of the cut can have significant implications for subsequent welding processes.

The RTCP function, combined with NUM’s intuitive CNC interface, empowers operators to achieve complex bevel cuts with ease and precision, minimizing manual adjustments and reducing the risk of errors.

Moreover, the Magnum pipe cutting machine now benefits from NUM’s capability to connect seamlessly with the machine’s plasma power module directly over EtherCAT. This advanced connectivity not only simplifies integration but also ensures real-time communication and control, leading to improved efficiency and reduced downtime due to the enhanced diagnostics it provides. The EtherCAT interface allows for high-speed, deterministic communication, which is essential to achieve the precise cut process control required in demanding cutting applications. NUM’s data transfer over EtherCAT is compatible with a variety of plasma cutting systems, giving the OEM flexibility to quickly adapt to any customer’s preferred power source.

Seamless Integration with PypeServer for Enhanced Cutting Cycle Programming

To further elevate the capabilities of the Magnum pipe cutting machine, NUM and Lone Star worked closely with PypeServer, the leader in pipe profiling software. PypeServer can bring in pipe designs from a wide variety of software, including Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD (Plant 3D, CADmep, Advance Steel), Inventor, SDS2, Tekla, and any software package that can export STEP, PCF, PCD, CSV, FIX, and other industry standard formats. PypeServer also includes its own easy to use part designer, a powerful nesting feature that saves time and material, and flexible label printing capabilities for parts and drops. As parts are cut, PypeServer automatically updates their status to the PypeServer Cloud service that’s included with the software.

In conjunction with NUM’s Flexium 3D simulation software, PypeServer provides an intuitive and efficient workflow that optimizes material usage, reduces labor, and consistently achieves high-quality cuts, making the Magnum pipe cutting machine an even more valuable asset in commercial construction and industrial applications.

Driving Innovation Together

The partnership between NUM, Lone Star Cutting Solutions, and PypeServer is a testament to the power of collaboration in driving technological advancements. By combining NUM’s expertise in CNC controls with PypeServer’s advanced pipe cutting software and Lone Star’s commitment to building reliable, high-performance cutting machines, the enhanced Magnum pipe cutting machine offers users unprecedented levels of precision, efficiency, and ease-of-use.

“We are thrilled to partner with Lone Star Cutting Solutions and PypeServer on this project,” said Steven Schilling, Managing Director of NUM US. “Our CNC control systems are designed to push the boundaries of what’s possible in industrial cutting, and the integration with the Magnum machine is a perfect example of how advanced technology can be leveraged to deliver superior performance.”

Lone Star Cutting Solutions shares this enthusiasm, with David Elmore, Sales and Growth at Lone Star, stating, “NUM’s controls have taken the Magnum pipe cutting machine to the next level. The seamless integration with the power module, RTCP bevel control and the advanced height control interface are game-changers for our customers, allowing them to achieve precision cuts with greater efficiency.”

Customer Spotlight: Ainsworth Inc. on the Lone Star Magnum, PypeServer, and NUM Control System

Ainsworth Inc., a major player in pipe fabrication, recently implemented the Lone Star Magnum pipe cutting machine in combination with NUM CNC controls and PypeServer software—and the results have been impressive.

Ainsworth took delivery of the Magnum in late 2024 and had it up and running by January 2025. Even though the team had no prior CNC programming experience, the system quickly became an integral part of their workflow. Thanks to clear support from Lone Star, NUM, and PypeServer, initial setup challenges were addressed efficiently — with on-site tech assistance extended at no extra cost.

“We didn’t have any previous experience with CNC programming,” said Steve Whitehaus, Fab Shop Manager at Ainsworth. “But with PypeServer, we’re able to easily create designs and send NC programs to the NUM controller. Our CAD department sends drawings directly to the PypeServer computer, which cuts our programming time significantly.”

Efficiency and Accuracy in Daily Use

The Ainsworth team uses the Magnum to cut carbon steel pipe from 3” Schedule 40 to 8” Schedule 80. Cuts range from straight ends for Victaulic grooves to 37.5° bevels for butt welds. They plan to expand to stainless-steel pipe cutting soon.

The system’s auto-nesting feature reduces material waste by optimizing cuts on each pipe. Combined with the precision and reliability of NUM controls, and the design flexibility of PypeServer, the trio of technologies streamlines operations.

“The speed and accuracy of the system is a huge time saver for our workflow. The Lone Star Magnum, PypeServer, and NUM controls work well with each other. All three companies are very responsive in resolving issues,“ said Steve Whitehaus, Fab Shop Manager at Ainsworth. 

As NUM, PypeServer, and Lone Star Cutting Solutions continue to explore new avenues of innovation, their partnership is expected to lead to further advancements in the field of industrial cutting technology. All three companies are committed to providing their customers with cutting-edge solutions that not only meet but exceed their expectations.

About Lone Star Cutting Solutions

Based in the heart of Texas, Lone Star Cutting Solutions has established itself as a leader in the manufacturing of high-performance cutting machines. The company is renowned for its robust and reliable machinery, tailored to meet the needs of various industries, including construction, oil and gas, and manufacturing. The six-axis Magnum pipe cutting machine, one of Lone Star’s flagship products, exemplifies the company’s dedication to delivering state-of-the-art solutions that combine durability with precision. For more information, visit https://lonestarcuttingsolutions.com.

For more information about NUM AG and its products, visit https://www.num.com.

Align Adds Britt Vitalone to its Board of Directors

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Align Adds Britt Vitalone to its Board of Directors

TEMPE, AZ; SAN JOSE, CA and DALLAS, TX, USA, Jul 4, 2025 – Align Technology, Inc. (“Align”) (Nasdaq: ALGN) a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures, and sells the Invisalign System of clear aligners, iTero intraoral scanners, and exocad CAD/CAM software for digital orthodontics and restorative dentistry, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Britt Vitalone, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), McKesson Corporation, to Align’s Board of Directors along with its Audit Committee.

“I am pleased to welcome Britt to Align’s board of directors,” said Joe Hogan, president and CEO of Align Technology. “His deep expertise as a business and financial leader in the healthcare industry will be an incredible asset to Align as we continue to drive growth and innovation globally by delivering digital solutions across the Align Digital Platform to help more doctors increase practice efficiency and deliver the best possible Invisalign® treatment outcomes for their patients.”

Mr. Vitalone currently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for McKesson Corporation and is a member of the executive operating team. He is responsible for ensuring that the company’s strategy creates and aligns to shareholder value; communicating the company’s strategies and performance to investors; and implementing a capital structure, financial processes and controls to support the company’s growth and return on investment goals. As CFO, Mr. Vitalone oversees the accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, real estate, investor relations, internal audit, merger & acquisition and tax functions at McKesson. In addition to leading McKesson’s Enterprise Finance organization, he also oversees the company’s global procurement and sourcing, corporate security, and McKesson Technology (“MT”) organizations. Mr. Vitalone joined McKesson in 2006 and has served as a financial executive leader in several major businesses within the company, including senior vice president & CFO of McKesson’s U.S. Pharmaceutical and Specialty Health unit. Additionally, he was senior vice president of Corporate Finance and Merger & Acquisition Finance, and senior vice president & CFO of McKesson’s Medical-Surgical unit. Outside of McKesson, Mr. Vitalone is a member of the CNBC Global CFO Council. Mr. Vitalone holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from St. John Fisher University.

Mr. Vitalone will be included in Align’s slate of director nominees in the proxy statement for Align’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. With the addition of Mr. Vitalone, Align increased the size of its board to 11 directors, six of whom have been appointed since 2017.

About Align Technology, Inc.

Align Technology designs and manufactures the Invisalign System, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world, iTero intraoral scanners and services, and exocad CAD/CAM software. These technology building blocks enable enhanced digital orthodontic and restorative workflows to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiencies for over 281.4 thousand doctor customers and are key to accessing Align’s 600 million consumer market opportunity worldwide. Over the past 28 years, Align has helped doctors treat over 20.1 million patients with the Invisalign System and is driving the evolution in digital dentistry through the Align Digital Platform, our integrated suite of unique, proprietary technologies and services delivered as a seamless, end-to-end solution for patients and consumers, orthodontists and GP dentists, and lab/partners. Visit www.aligntech.com for more information.

For additional information about the Invisalign System or to find an Invisalign doctor in your area, please visit www.invisalign.com. For additional information about the iTero digital scanning system, please visit www.itero.com. For additional information about exocad dental CAD/CAM offerings and a list of exocad reseller partners, please visit www.exocad.com.

Walter Launches Drivox·tec Ikon DD170 Supreme Solid Carbide Drill

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Walter Launches Drivox·tec Ikon DD170 Supreme Solid Carbide Drill

TUBINGEN, Germany, Jul 4, 2025 – Walter pleased to announce the launch of Drivox·tec Ikon DD170 Supreme Solid carbide drill.

With the Drivox·tec Solid carbide drill DD170 Supreme, Walter AG is launching a new “holemaking icon” on the market. Like its “iconic” predecessor, the DC170 Supreme, the new DD170 Supreme is also designed as a premium problem solver in steel and cast iron – but with some technical improvements that are currently unique: first and foremost the new Krato·tec multi-layer coating. Walter has already successfully introduced this in other drill families. This means that Walter’s postulated Increase in tool life in the region of plus 50 % is entirely reliable. The revised point geometry of the Solid carbide holemaking bit has an equally positive effect: A larger clearance angle on the internal side than on the external side and the raised drill point improve the Positioning accuracy, reduce axial forces and thus increase the drilling quality. 

The patented groove design has also been optimised: A flatter entry towards the drill insert improves process stability, especially with soft materials such as mild steel, because it minimises material sticking. In addition to optimising the cutting profile, Walter has also increased the number of flutes. With twelve grooves instead of eight, the DD170 Supreme can now be regrinded more frequently, which significantly increases both the service life and sustainability of the Solid carbide drill bit. According to Walter, its high process reliability in difficult applications such as cross holes or inclined exits, the high wear protection of the Krato·tec coating and the excellent quality of the results make the DD170 Supreme the new benchmark in Solid carbide drilling. The Tübingen-based company offers the premium drill for the highest quantities and drilling volumes (without Pilot drilling up to 12 × Dc) with Ø 3-20 mm as well as Special tools with shorter delivery times via Walter Xpress. 

About Walter

For over 100 years, Walter has stood for competence and quality in the field of machining technology. The company was founded in 1919 by Richard Walter and has its headquarters in Tübingen, Germany. The portfolio includes precision tools for milling, turning, grooving, drilling and threading as well as individual special tools and technology solutions along the process chain. With production facilities in North and South America, Europe and Asia, numerous subsidiaries and sales partners, and 4,400 employees worldwide, Walter has a global presence and customers in more than 80 countries around the world. In addition to engineering expertise, a sustainable corporate strategy and a diversity approach are part of the corporate culture. Since 2022, the Frezite Group has been part of Walter, including the Frezite portfolio brand FMT, which deals with cutting tools for lightweight materials. For more information, visit https://www.walter-tools.com.

SHINING 3D Launches EinScan Rigil Tri-Mode Laser 3D Scanner

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SHINING 3D Launches EinScan Rigil Tri-Mode Laser 3D Scanner

HANGZHOU, China, Jul 4, 2025 – SHINING 3D is proud to announce the launch of EinScan Rigil, our latest 3D scanner designed to deliver rapid, refined, and reliable scanning capabilities for a variety of applications.

As a key contributor in the 3D digital technology field, SHINING 3D is committed to making high-end metrology-grade 3D scanning technology accessible to the prosumers. EinScan Rigil was born out of the continuous pursuit of high-quality 3D scanning solutions and ongoing attention to customer needs. It’s the world’s first Tri-Mode 3D scanner with built-in computing, wireless solution and hybrid light technology. EinScan Rigil offers a fully integrated 3D scanning wireless workflow with triple work modes that effectively eliminates the traditional compromise between computing power and flexibility.

Key Advantages: Redefining Industry Standards

EinScan Rigil provides high-quality models with up to 0.04 + 0.06 mm/m volumetric accuracy and a high geometric resolution of up to 0.05 mm. 

EinScan Rigil

EinScan Rigil offers a fully integrated 3D scanning wireless workflow with triple work modes that effectively eliminates the traditional compromise between computing power and flexibility.

  • Triple Work Modes
  • Hybrid Light Source
  • Marker-Free Laser Scanning
  • Full-Wireless Workflow

Triple Scan Modes: One Device, Three Professional Solutions

  • 2 Blue Laser Scan Modes:

19+19 crossed laser lines for high-speed scanning, delivering top-tier efficiency and flexibility. 7 parallel laser lines for detailed scanning, providing consistent results with fine geometric details.  These 2 laser modes can switch during the scanning process, and respective data merged, to achieve efficiency and detail in one scanning project.

dynamic switching
  • IR Rapid Scan Mode

Utilize VCSEL infrared technology for marker-free scanning, adapting to rich tasks in a diversified working environment. It delivers high efficiency and wide coverage for medium to large objects, with eye-safe portrait scanning capabilities.

Triple Work Modes:  Unlock MAX Performance and Flexibility

As the world’s first Tri-mode laser 3D Scanner, EinScan Rigil offers three operating modes:

  • Standalone Mode

No need to connect a PC, all scanning and processing tasks are completed directly on the hardware, delivering exceptional portability and ease of use.

  • Wireless PC Mode

Leveraging built-in Wi-Fi 6, this mode enables seamless wireless scanning and allows connection to a computer for maximum computing power, optimizing performance for complex tasks.

  • Wired PC Mode

Connecting to a PC via cable, this mode maintains availability and maximum scan speed and data volume in complex network environments.

Triple work modes

Key Features: Elevate the Scanning Experience

Marker-Free Laser Scanning

EinScan Rigil features a special tracking algorithm, providing a marker-free blue laser scan mode through a laser + IR hybrid scan mode. This enables better efficiency than traditional marker-based laser scans and better data quality than marker-free IR scans. 

Working Efficiently in Sunlight Outdoors

Both Blue Laser and Infrared VCSEL projectors have strong environmental light adaptability, which ensures a smooth scanning experience under strong sunlight.

Outdoor scanning

For Prosumer, For Automotive

EinScan Rigil is designed to comprehensively address the 3D modeling needs of consumers in the automotive aftermarket industry. It significantly enhances efficiency in generating high-quality 3D models, combining fast scanning capabilities, streamlined professional workflows, lightweight computing solutions, and rich data editing functions.

All-in-One Workflow

For more information, visit https://www.shining3d.com/professional-solutions/all-in-one-laser-3d-scanner/einscan-rigil.

About SHINING 3D

SHINING 3D has been developing, manufacturing, and democratizing high-accuracy 3D technologies for almost 20 years. The company offers accessible and high-quality 3D digital solutions to users with diverse backgrounds and industries worldwide. As a key contributor in the 3D scanning industry, SHINING 3D aims to keep nourishing and leveraging its global influence to promote the popularization of digital 3D technology. For more information, visit https://www.shining3d.com.

Noida-based Drone Startup Raphe mPhibr Transforms UAV Innovation with Dassault’s 3DEXPERIENCE

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Noida-based Drone Startup Raphe mPhibr Transforms UAV Innovation with Dassault’s 3DEXPERIENCE

VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France, Jul 4, 2025 — Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA) today announced that Raphe mPhibr, India’s most innovative aircraft manufacturing company specializing in unmanned aerial vehicles, has adopted its 3DEXPERIENCE platform to transform how aircraft systems are conceived, validated and built, substantially reducing the design cycle.

Unmanned aircraft systems are emerging in light of growing applications in defense, homeland security, agriculture, logistics and infrastructure monitoring, and are expected to reach an estimated 6.5 million units in 2030. To contribute to India’s goal of becoming self-reliant in aerospace and defense, Raphe mPhibr needed a new approach to integrate technology and advanced scientific principles into its design process for the engineering of next-generation UAVs with superior strength-to-weight performance and increased payload capacity.

From metals to composites and electronics, Raphe mPhibr designs and builds everything under one roof. Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform significantly reduced its product development cycle while integrating physics and design for manufacturing within the design phase. One of the most compelling use cases for the 3DEXPERIENCE platform at Raphe mPhibr was during the development of its engine. Traditionally a multi-year effort, the engine development process was shortened to just three months. The platform empowered the team to redesign parts optimized for 3D manufacturing. 

Raphe mPhibr successfully created complex composite parts through an integrated design and simulation workflow. It reduced the weight of its 4kW 2-stroke engine, which outperforms systems seven times its weight, by 700 grams (1.54 pounds), and made a strategic shift toward 3D-centric design thinking that led to more intuitive and efficient part development. The platform also enabled the team to push the boundaries of engineering by designing high-performance aerodynamic surfaces.

“Designing and manufacturing a drone is nothing less than designing and manufacturing a whole aircraft. The kind of drones we are manufacturing have 20,000 to 30,000 parts,” said Vikash Mishra, Chairman, Raphe mPhibr. “The 3DEXPERIENCE platform allows us to think in 3D – not in straight lines, circles or squares.  Biological systems that have evolved in nature – such as plants, anatomical structures and geological formations – are not made up of geometrical shapes. So, using this platform, we can design more organically and without limitations. It’s the best software to create our vision.”

“Raphe mPhibr’s adoption of our 3DEXPERIENCE platform shows how innovators are building tomorrow’s advanced air mobility solutions with virtual twin experiences. Its focus on in-house design sets a new benchmark for engineering excellence,” said David Ziegler, Vice President, Aerospace and Defense Industry, Dassault Systèmes. “The 3DEXPERIENCE platform combines all aspects of design, simulation and collaboration in a single environment for innovation and operational efficiency.”

Raphe mPhibr recently announced it closed $100 million in funding in a round led by General Catalyst – the largest private funding round for an Indian aircraft manufacturer to date. Raphe mPhibr has a team of over 500 people and more than 100 unique intellectual property assets. Its products have logged over one million kilometers (621,371 miles) with the security forces of India. Raphe mPhibr’s future roadmap includes growing its workforce, expanding its research, development and manufacturing facility, and using virtual twin experiences for lifecycle management. 

About Dassault Systèmes

Dassault Systèmes is a catalyst for human progress.  Since 1981, the company has pioneered virtual worlds to improve real life for consumers, patients and citizens.  With Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform, 370,000 customers of all sizes, in all industries, can collaborate, imagine and create sustainable innovations that drive meaningful impact.  For more information, visit: www.3ds.com

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