The Machine Tools Innovation (MTI) Awards offer an excellent platform for ValCUN to showcase our unique approach to metal Additive Manufacturing. ValCUN’s Molten Metal Deposition (MMD) technology tackles some of the industry’s key challenges—ensuring cost-effective additive manufacturing, material legacy, and promoting sustainability.

Our participation in the MTI Awards reflects our dedication to these goals, demonstrating how ValCUN’s technology can reduce energy consumption, broaden material choices—such as aluminium and high-performance alloys—and support more sustainable manufacturing practices overall. MTI Awards recognition would elevate ValCUN’s profile in Europe, connecting us with partners who value sustainable, innovative solutions and share our vision for the future of manufacturing.

– Jonas Galle, CEO & Co-founder, Valcun

AdaptX is delighted to be a finalist for the prestigious MTI Award 2024, recognising our commitment to revolutionising cooling technology in the machine tool industry. Our closed-loop cooling system addresses the critical need for sustainable solutions by eliminating reliance on traditional flood and oil-based coolant systems. With a highly efficient, low-maintenance fluid sealed within the system, AdaptX enables completely dry machining, significantly reducing environmental impact and extending tool life.

Our participation in the MTI Award highlights the crucial role of innovation in creating a more sustainable and resource-efficient manufacturing sector. For AdaptX, this award represents a chance to connect with industry leaders, potential collaborators and customers who share our vision of a sustainable future in manufacturing. Winning would reinforce our mission to push the boundaries of green technology in machining, inspiring wider industry adoption and setting new standards in sustainability.

– Tim Bornemann, Co-Founder, AdaptX

For the first time, metal additive manufacturing is entering mass production globally, and Prima Additive is honored to mark this milestone by participating in the CECIMO MTI Awards. Our submission – a robotic solution for the Rapid Coating of brake discs using high-speed laser cladding – meets rigorous durability and environmental standards, aligning with Euro 7 regulations set for 2026. Developed by Prima Additive, Comau, and Siemens, our solution boosts productivity with advanced laser technologies. The first six-system coating line, installed at Stellantis, processes each disc in about 60 seconds with 95% efficiency. It’s energy-efficient, reuses metal powders, and is reliable for industrial settings like foundries. The MTI Awards offer a platform to showcase these innovations and connect with industry leaders for sustainable, high-performance manufacturing.

– Paolo Calefati, CEO, Prima Additive

As a finalist in the MTI Awards, TRUMPF’s participation not only underscores the transformative impact of Remote Operations for Equipment as a Service (EaaS), but also provided us with visibility and networking opportunities, allowing us to connect with industry peers and showcasing our innovative solutions, further solidifying our position as leaders in driving manufacturing efficiency and competitiveness.

– Philipp Humbeck, R&D Manager, TRUMPF

We participated in the MTI Awards to present ourselves as an institute of applied research and show that we develop innovative technologies for the machine tool industry based on creative, new ideas and transfer them into industrial practice. Besides customized solutions for use cases, Fraunhofer IWU also develops smart systems with a broader range of application like the energy-autonomous, sensor-integrated tool holder “smartTOOL”, that was chosen as a finalist project for the MTI Awards. This participation was a great way to value the contributions of all colleagues working on this project and, of course, motivate them to continue pursuing new and innovative ideas for the future of the machine tool industry. In addition, during the final event we were able to connect with many professionals from renowned companies across Europe and exchange experiences on current trends and challenges in the field of production.

– Alexander Schuster, Scientist and Project Manager, Fraunhofer-Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU