Software Updates for Connected Metal Production

Lantek will showcase the latest updates to its metal manufacturing software suite at SAMUMETAL 2026, outlining technical changes aimed at improving automation, data flow, and production control in metalworking environments.

Context and relevance for metal manufacturers
Metal fabrication companies are increasingly adopting connected production models to improve coordination between design, manufacturing, and management functions. This shift requires software platforms capable of integrating CAD/CAM, production planning, and execution data into a unified operational view. Lantek’s participation in SAMUMETAL 2026 reflects this transition toward more digitally connected workshops within the metal industry.

The trade show will take place from 5 to 7 February 2026 in Pordenone, where Lantek will exhibit in Hall 2, Stand D11. The company plans to present developments introduced with its latest v45 software update.

Focus on automation and data continuity
According to Lantek, the v45 update concentrates on increasing process automation and improving the flow of production information across the workshop. From a technical standpoint, this involves tighter integration between software modules used for design, cutting, bending, and production management, reducing the need for manual data transfer between systems.

Such integration supports more consistent data handling across the digital supply chain, helping manufacturers maintain alignment between engineering intent and shopfloor execution while reducing the risk of version conflicts or data loss.

AI-assisted functions and manufacturing integration
Among the technical enhancements to be demonstrated are artificial intelligence–based assistance services embedded across multiple applications within the software suite. These services are intended to support operators during tasks such as job preparation and process configuration by analysing available production data and system parameters.

Further developments include closer integration between cutting and bending processes, enabling more coordinated planning of downstream operations. Updates to palletizing functions are designed to support newer generations of machinery, while enhancements in job preparation from 3D assemblies aim to improve accuracy when translating design data into executable manufacturing instructions.

Production planning and MES developments
Lantek will also highlight progress in production planning and control through its manufacturing execution system. These updates are intended to provide improved visibility into production status, scheduling, and resource utilisation. By consolidating operational data within a single environment, the system supports more informed decision-making at both workshop and management levels.

The continued evolution of Lantek’s CAD/CAM solutions for sheet metal, tubes, and profiles is complemented by deeper integration with management and planning systems, reinforcing the role of software as a central coordination layer within the workshop.

Industry positioning at SAMUMETAL 2026
By presenting these developments at SAMUMETAL 2026, Lantek positions its software portfolio in line with the requirements of manufacturers seeking to digitalise production processes incrementally. The emphasis on connectivity, automation, and data visibility reflects broader trends in the metal industry toward more integrated and resilient production environments supported by interoperable software platforms.