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BRAND ANNOUNCEMENTS
AEC Named Meltio’s Official Sales Partner To Boost Growth in the U.S. Metal Additive Manufacturing Market
Greer, South Carolina, and Linares, Spain — AEC and Meltio, a manufacturer of disruptive laser metal deposition technology, announced that AEC has been appointed as an official sales and integration partner of Meltio in the United States. AEC will play a key role in the distribution, system integration, and support of Meltio’s metal additive manufacturing solutions across the U.S. market.
Big Daishowa Supports Future of Manufacturing With Tools for Schools Program
Hoffman Estates, Illinois — Now in its fourth year, the Big Daishowa Tools for Schools program continues to invest in the next generation of manufacturers. This year, the program awarded tooling certificates totaling $51,000 to technical schools selected by Big Daishowa customers. This brings the program’s cumulative impact to nearly $120,000 in donated tooling certificates.
Governor Pritzker Announces $40.5 Million Expansion of DMG Mori in Illinois
Chicago, Illinois — Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and the Illinois Economic Development Corp. announced that DMG Mori Federal Services Inc. will invest more than $40.5 million to expand the company’s footprint in Illinois – establishing a new advanced manufacturing and R&D facility in the Chicagoland area and creating 74 new full-time jobs. The expansion further strengthens Illinois’ position as a national leader in advanced manufacturing and solidifies the state’s commitment to pairing business growth with workforce development.
Mastrex Expands Distribution Network Through Strategic Partnerships With NeoMetrix and Ugogo3D
Mount Laurel, New Jersey — Mastrex, a U.S. manufacturer of innovative LPBF metal 3D printers, announced new strategic distribution partnerships with NeoMetrix Technologies and Ugogo3D. These agreements mark a significant milestone in Mastrex’s expansion strategy, enhancing regional coverage and reinforcing its commitment to delivering cutting-edge technologies backed by strong local expertise and support.
Platinum Tooling Announces New Manufacturers’ Representative Group
Prospect Heights, Illinois — Platinum Tooling, the importer and master distributor of live tools, angle heads, Swiss machine products, knurling tools, and marking tools manufactured by various international suppliers, has a new sales representative firm. Located in Conway, South Carolina, Sellers Marketing offers high-quality cutting tools, workholding, and tool-holding solutions in the southeastern United States.
EVENTS
2026 ECI Connect Customer Conference Opens Registration With Full Throttle Focus
Westlake, Texas — ECI Software Solutions, Inc., a leader in AI-powered, cloud-based business management software and services, has opened registration for its 2026 ECI Connect Customer Conference. Guided by this year’s theme, Full Throttle, the event is designed to help customers operate with clarity, build momentum, and move faster by leveraging the tools, people, and processes available with ECI.
Mazak Will Show Shops How To Drive Production at Dallas Open House Event
Florence, Kentucky — With a focus on motorsports part production, Mazak is hosting its Discover More With Mazak open house at the company’s Dallas Technical Center on March 11-12 in Dallas, Texas. Make a pit stop and rev up for live demonstrations, top-tier performance, and a front-row seat to see the company’s machines in action.
MIT Announces Manufacturing Week 2026
Cambridge, Massachusetts — Join MIT’s Initiative for New Manufacturing for Manufacturing Week 2026 – an inaugural event focused on the future of production. Across keynotes, industry dialogues, poster sessions, and venture pitches, leaders from academia, industry, and government will explore AI-enabled factories, advanced materials, workforce innovation, and the systems shaping next-generation manufacturing.
FACILITIES
Methods Machine Tools to Unveil National Center of Excellence
Gilberts, Illinois — Methods Machine Tools, the foremost supplier of high-precision CNC machining centers, automation, and engineering services in North America, will cut the ribbon on its new National Center of Excellence at its Chicago Regional Technical Center during an open house event on Thursday, April 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Methods Center of Excellence is a 7,000-square-foot facility that will feature hands-on programs focused on technical, electrical, mechanical, and product training for Methods’ nationwide customers and team members.
NEW HIRES & PROMOTIONS
ECI Software Solutions Names Michael Fahey as Chief Legal Officer To Guide Strategic Expansion
Westlake, Texas — ECI Software Solutions Inc., a leader in AI-powered, cloud-based business management software and services, announced the appointment of Michael Fahey as chief legal officer. Fahey brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience guiding high-growth organizations. At ECI, he leads the continued advancement of ECI’s legal, governance, and compliance strategy, aligning business priorities with proactive legal insight to support long-term growth and innovation.
Edge Technologies Appoints Jimmy Clark as New Director of Sales To Accelerate Growth and Strengthen Customer Partnerships
St. Louis, Missouri — Edge Technologies recently appointed Jimmy Clark as director of sales. He will lead Edge’s sales strategy across North America, overseeing regional sales efforts, channel partnerships, and key accounts. The position is designed to align sales execution with Edge’s long-term vision – delivering reliable, high-value bar-feeding solutions that improve shop productivity, uptime, and profitability.
Methods Machine Tools Welcomes Jon Casten as VP of Aftermarket
Sudbury, Massachusetts — Methods Machine Tools Inc., North America’s foremost supplier of leading-edge precision machine tools and automation solutions, has hired Jon Casten as vice president of aftermarket. Casten, who has more than 25 years of experience leading postsales strategy and commercialization, will lead Methods’ comprehensive aftermarket strategy across technical service, parts, warranty, and customer support, including the national and field-based support teams and national parts distribution.
New Chief Risk Officer Supports Mitsubishi HC Capital America’s 2026 Risk and Growth Strategy
Itasca, Illinois — Mitsubishi HC Capital America, a leading provider of financing and asset solutions that spans North America, announced the appointment of Dominic S. Napolitano as the company’s first chief risk officer, a newly created role designed to elevate and unify risk management capabilities enterprise-wide. This appointment reflects the company’s proactive approach to risk and supports its strategic priorities for 2026 and beyond.
SMW Autoblok Corp. Appoints Brandon Mathis as National Sales Manager
Wheeling, Illinois — SMW Autoblok Corp. has appointed Brandon Mathis as National Sales Manager, strengthening its sales leadership as the company intensifies its market expansion efforts across the United States. Mathis brings more than 16 years of experience in the machine tool and manufacturing technology industry, including nine years in sales leadership.
Xometry Announces CEO Succession Plan
North Bethesda, Maryland — Xometry Inc., the global AI-native marketplace connecting buyers and suppliers of custom manufacturing, announced that, effective July 1, 2026, cofounder and CEO Randy Altschuler will transition to become the executive chair of the board. Sanjeev Singh Sahni, Xometry’s current president, will succeed Altschuler as CEO and join the board of directors.
RESEARCH & EDUCATION NEWS
ICAM 2026: ASTM International Opens Call for Abstracts
West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania — ASTM International has opened the call for abstracts for the 2026 ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing (ICAM 2026), which will be held from Sept. 28 to Oct. 2, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando in Orlando, Florida. Hosted by the ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and supported by ASTM technical committees and global partners, ICAM 2026 is the AM CoE’s flagship event.
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