From 5-axis machining centers to precision tools, here's some of the new equipment buyers saw in Chicago.

Buying a first mill or equipping a training program? A machinist walks IMTS booths to show the options for beginners.

Buyers of motors, blowers, and pumps can now source MAE products worldwide through one Ametek sales organization instead of by region.

Nine of the 11 machines in Okuma's booth were paired with automation, including a 13-pallet tower changer and a modular tool changer.

Mahr's MarSurf SD 140 series uses a tool-free, magnetic probe arm change with chip recognition and automatic force selection.

Mahr's MarSurf3D MS optical metrology platform measures surfaces in real time down to the sub-nanometer range.

Loaded filters, restricted returns, and fans running off their curve can keep a plant hot. Measure these first to avoid a costly retrofit.

Universal Robots' Gen 7 pairs 3 g-Series arms with a CB7 Core controller offering 40% more compute in a 30% smaller footprint.

Artec 3D's Artec Neo works tethered or wireless, with up to 50 minutes of battery-powered scanning and 0.001 in (0.025 mm) accuracy.

Studson's SHK-2 safety helmet meets ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2026 Type II+ for top and lateral impact protection.

Krohne's OPTIMASS 5400 Coriolis mass flowmeter handles temperatures up to 356°F (180°C) and pressures up to 1,450 psig (100 barg).

Continuous NIR sensors help plastics processors catch resin moisture problems before they cause defects, downtime, or wasted drying energy.

Emerson's Rosemount 9000 Series pairs the 9732 Transmitter with 9205 Sensor and adds built-in Smart Meter Verification.

ABB Robotics' E-Device gives operators physical safety controls, including an emergency stop, across tablets, PCs, and teach pendants.

A custom-engineered non-return valve solves a low-pressure sealing challenge, extending run times for hydrogen-powered forklifts.

Marley Engineered Products heat trace cables now include connection kits and accessories for code-compliant installations.

Nordson Test & Inspection's SonoFlex inspects small-panel semiconductor packaging at up to twice the speed of conventional systems.

Engineers turn wild what-ifs into working machines. Watch the experiments, hacks, and inventions that prove no idea's too out-there.

Specialty folder gluers help converters cut changeover time and run complex box styles without losing throughput or quality.

PFlow Industries' RapidStack modular VRC pairs pre-built end sections with a made-to-order middle section for two-level lifting.