# EuroBLECH 2026 sheet metal technology trends > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/euroblech-2026-sheet-metal-technology-trends > Updated: 2026-10-12T15:14:26.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The EuroBLECH 2026 trade fair in Hannover is emerging as a major venue for showcasing advancements in sheet metal processing, with a heavy emphasis on automation, digitalization, and sustainability. KABELSCHLEPP GmbH Hünsborn has announced it will present an automated metal recycling solution designed to shred production waste from laser and punching processes. This technology aims to convert metal scraps into high-quality secondary raw materials, which Uwe Becher, Senior Manager Sales, states will make sheet metal processing “more economical and sustainable”. Other industry leaders, including Trumpf, Bystronic, Amada, and Mazak, are expected to demonstrate integrated production workflows. Mazak plans to showcase a complete workflow from laser cutting to bending, featuring the European debut of the Optiplex Ez-L laser machine. When paired with automation systems, such setups aim to increase machine utilization rates from approximately 50-60% to 80-85% through unmanned operation. The broader industry trend reflects a shift toward fully integrated, intelligent production environments. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-12: EuroBLECH 2026 to showcase automation in sheet metal processing EuroBLECH 2026 will showcase innovations in sheet metal processing, focusing on automation, AI, and integrated production workflows from manufacturers like Mazak and Trumpf. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/euroblech-2026-to-showcase-automation-in-sheet-metal-processing ### 2026-10-07: KABELSCHLEPP unveils automated metal recycling solution for EuroBLECH 2026 KABELSCHLEPP GmbH Hünsborn will showcase an automated recycling solution for residual grid plates at EuroBLECH 2026 to improve metal scrap recovery. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kabelschlepp-unveils-automated-metal-recycling-solution-for-euroblech-2026 --- Cite as: EuroBLECH 2026 sheet metal technology trends. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/euroblech-2026-sheet-metal-technology-trends