Renishaw to debut new innovations at Southern Manufacturing

FORTiS-S and FORTiS-N enclosed optical encoders

Renishaw, the global engineering technologies company, will exhibit at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2026, taking place from 3–5 February at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre (Stand C250). The company will be presenting a range of innovative metrology and manufacturing solutions, and this will include the UK debut of the Equator-X dual-method gauge.

Taking centre stage on Renishaw’s stand the Equator-X system will be put through its paces with live demonstrations on an aerospace component to illustrate its ability to measure parts directly on the shopfloor and provide immediate production feedback.

Michael Duffield, UK general manager at Renishaw, said: “Southern Manufacturing & Electronics will be the first UK exhibition to feature our Equator-X dual method gauge. It enables measurement of parts on the shopfloor, as close to the source of production as possible, providing instant feedback on part conformance. Connection to the machine tool allows precise process control by updating tool offsets, maximising yield and profitability.”

Real-time insights
Visitors will also discover how Renishaw Central delivers real-time insights into production performance and explore the new MODUS IM Equator Programmer software. This intuitive, CAD-based programming solution enables faster offline program creation, automatically importing geometry, dimensions and tolerance (GD&T) data from CAD, with full simulation. Certified algorithms ensure accurate feature measurement, feature construction and precise part alignment.

Renishaw will also highlight rotary and linear encoder solutions that deliver high-precision position feedback to enhance machine accuracy. Built with a zero-wear, non-contact design, these encoders feature incremental or absolute scales, with readheads providing low-noise position signals for superior motion control in demanding industrial applications. The company will also display its range of FORTiS enclosed linear encoders, designed for robust, high-performance measurement with exceptional vibration resistance in harsh environments such as machine tools.

The stand will also highlight additive manufacturing (AM) solutions, demonstrating Renishaw’s capabilities in precision metal 3-D printing and post-processing measurement. In addition, visitors can view Renishaw’s machine tool probes, which support accurate, efficient and repeatable machining processes across industries.