Daltons to Showcase Advanced Manufacturing Technologies at MACH 2026

Occupying more than 200 square metres, the stand will feature the latest metal, composite and plastic processing machinery from Daltons’ exclusive European partners, including Kimla and Schiavi. All machines will be demonstrated live throughout the show, allowing visitors to experience the performance, speed and precision of these advanced production systems first-hand.

The exhibition also marks an important milestone for the Nottingham-based machinery specialist, which will be launching its new Daltons brand identity during the event as the company celebrates its 125th anniversary.

Alex Dalton, Managing Director of Daltons, commented, “MACH provides an excellent opportunity to showcase the latest manufacturing technologies to the UK market. This year is particularly special for us as we celebrate 125 years in business and launch our new Daltons brand. Visitors will be able to see a selection of highly advanced machines operating live and speak directly with our technical specialists and our European manufacturing partners.”

Live Demonstrations of Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Among the key technologies being demonstrated will be the Kimla PowerCut 1530 Linear Fibre Laser, a high-performance sheet metal cutting system designed to deliver exceptional speed, accuracy and reliability.

Built around Kimla’s proprietary CNC control and linear drive technology on all axes, the PowerCut eliminates the wear and backlash associated with conventional rack-and-pinion systems while delivering extremely high acceleration and positioning accuracy. The machine’s rigid monolithic frame construction ensures outstanding stability and repeatability, while an automatic pallet exchange system allows continuous production through simultaneous loading and unloading.

Also on demonstration will be the Schiavi HFB XL 50.20 Hybrid Press Brake, a compact yet powerful bending system combining hydraulic force with advanced electric control to reduce energy consumption while increasing working speed and lowering operating noise.

Configured with 50 tonnes of bending force and a 2-metre working length, the machine features a generous 600 mm daylight opening and 365 mm stroke, enabling the efficient production of deeper box sections and complex formed components. A 7-axis CNC control system provides precise positioning and repeatable bending accuracy, while a hydraulic clamping system compatible with Wila-style tooling enables rapid setup and tool changes.

High-Speed Routing and Precision Milling

Complementing the metal processing equipment will be the Kimla BPF 2131 Linear CNC Router, a high-performance machining centre designed for processing materials such as wood, plastics, composites and aluminium.

Utilising Kimla’s linear drive technology on the X and Y axes, the machine delivers extremely fast and accurate machining while eliminating mechanical wear associated with traditional drive systems. Equipped with a 9 kW high-speed spindle, a 12-position linear tool changer, and a Renishaw wireless touch probe, the BPF 2131 offers both productivity and precision. A supplementary twin servo oscillating knife unit allows the efficient processing of softer materials including foams, technical fabrics and cardboard.

Visitors will also be able to see the Kimla BFN Linear Milling Machine, a high-performance CNC milling platform designed for precision machining applications across a wide range of materials.

Built with linear drive technology on the X, Y and Z axes, the BFN Linear delivers exceptional positioning accuracy, dynamic performance and long-term reliability by eliminating mechanical wear associated with traditional drive systems. The machine is engineered for high-speed machining and complex component manufacture, making it suitable for applications in engineering, aerospace, tooling and advanced materials processing.

With its rigid construction, advanced CNC control and integration with Kimla’s proprietary software environment, the BFN Linear provides manufacturers with a powerful and flexible solution for high-precision milling and multi-axis machining applications.

Celebrating 125 Years of Engineering Heritage

Founded in Nottingham in 1901, Daltons has built a long-standing reputation for supplying advanced industrial machinery and providing expert technical support to manufacturers across the UK and Ireland.

At MACH 2026, visitors will have the opportunity to meet Daltons’ sales and technical specialists, alongside representatives from its European manufacturing partners, to discuss how these technologies can help improve productivity, precision and manufacturing efficiency.

Visitors are invited to see the machines in action and discuss their production requirements with the team on Stand 18-120.