Read the June issue of ISMR

In the June 2026 issue of ISMR on https://joom.ag/mVKd we review the impact of U.S. tariffs on the metals industry (page 7) and review the MACH trade show in the UK (page 14). Our industry report on page 16 outlines global market trends, opportunities and challenges in global shipbuilding markets for manufacturers. Our regional report on page 34 focuses on Türkiye.

ISMR was invited to Salvagnini’s bending plant in Ennsdorf, Austria, to see its latest sheet metal panel bending technologies and mixed technology cells. Its Xperience event (from 4-8 May 2026) offered a concrete view of how sheet metal manufacturers can respond to variability, complexity and labour pressure (see page 20 for our full report). 

On page 24, Garth Coleman explains why connected worker strategies are leaving workers behind and advocates for connected knowledge strategies. These capture, structure and deliver actionable knowledge across an entire workforce and lifecycle, closing the feedback loop so that an organisation gets smarter over time.

Babcock offers best practice tips and guidelines for welders on page 27. On page 36, you can read an alphabetical selection of selected new stamping, tooling and pressing innovations in the global market. Fibre laser cutting, surface finishing and roll bending are also highlighted in this issue of ISMR.