Day 1 Highlights: Okuma America Corporation Machine & Automation Fair
By Arthur Field
Day 1 of the Okuma America Corporation Machine and Automation Fair set a powerful tone for the week, delivering excitement, innovation, and an impressive turnout. With nearly 700 visitors filling both buildings, the energy on site has been electric—clearly reflecting the industry’s growing momentum toward advanced CNC technologies and next-generation automation.
Throughout the day, Tom Skubala, Elliott Wright, Arthur Field, and Ana Fernanda Melendez have been on the ground capturing dynamic content and speaking with Okuma’s technology partners. Their conversations have focused on how Okuma machines and automation platforms enhance accuracy, efficiency, and reliability, offering genuine engineering insight and showcasing the collaborative strength of the Okuma ecosystem.
Arthur also connected with Simon Schneider to explore three standout machine-and-automation combinations poised to make a major impact in 2026. Their discussion offers a forward-looking view into where the industry is heading—and how seamlessly integrated solutions are redefining productivity for manufacturers.
Stay tuned for more coverage as the event continues to unfold.
