From 27 to 29 April 2026 the 29th annual ESAFORM conference (European Scientific Association for Material Forming) took place in the historic and vibrant city of Thessaloniki, Greece. Micas Simulations Ltd participated as a Gold Sponsor and joined researchers and industry experts from across Europe.

Nikolay Biba and Polina Shtolina‑Biba represented Micas Simulations at scientific talks and networking meetings

Nikolay Biba delivered two presentations:

• An AI-based approach to developing a microstructural model for multi-stage hot deformation processes;

• Charge weld evolution in profile extrusion: variability across billets and multi-profile designs.

Every two years, Dr.-Ing. Hans-Willi Raedt organizes a meeting for QForm UK users — and this time, the event was a great success: nearly 40 participants attended to share their experiences and explore the software’s new features.

The event program included:

• An overview of new features in QForm UK version 12

• Hands-on workshops with a detailed introduction to special functions

• Presentations on various topics from the world of QForm UK

• 7 presentations by enthusiastic users who shared real-world case studies and best practices

At the wire and Tube trade fair, held in Düsseldorf in April 2026, the QForm Group as Micas Simulations Ltd. and prosimalys GmbH participated with a booth and showed to the industry the benefits of simulating various metal forming processes using QForm UK software.

The wire manufacturing industry is currently growing rapidly and this is particularly evident at events such as Wire & Tube.

As part of the QForm Academy, we have prepared eight webinars for you.

These cover the most popular topics, such as APIs and report generation, as well as all-new cases, including wire drawing simulation, sheet rolling, and Conform extrusion, along with an overview of our new ExtrusionLink solution for extruder and die manufacturers.

Registration is open — welcome!

In February, the QForm Group team, together with our distributors Applied Design Analysis Corporation (ADA), held a seminar on extrusion simulation. The event covered a wide range of topics: from reviewing real-world cases on improving extrusion processes and using the API for resource savings to efficient profile heating in QForm UK.

Our team would like to express our sincere gratitude to all participants for their interest in simulation and extrusion technologies. We were delighted to answer all your questions!

With the arrival of spring, we’re opening registration for our online training courses. The full schedule is now available, and everyone is welcome to join.

Why participate?

• Ask questions and interact with the trainer throughout the course

• Get a 7-day free QForm license to practice and refine your simulation skills

• Benefit from structured, in-depth content suitable for both beginners and advanced users

• Ideal for students preparing for the International Student Olympiad

As the year comes to a close, we would like to thank you for your trust, cooperation, and continued support.

Season’s Greetings! May the New Year bring health, happiness, and exciting opportunities.

We look forward to receiving your applications for participation.

The prize fund is €5,000.

Since 2014, our team has been organizing the International Students Olympiad on Metal Forming Processes. Each year, the Olympiad brings together participants from more than 15 countries, over 40 universities, and around 150 students.

The Olympiad project continues to grow, and we warmly invite you and your students to join and support this initiative!

To participate, please contact: [email protected]

The Forum is an event aimed at bringing together representatives of the global professional community — researchers, users, manufacturers, industry professionals, and early-career students — everyone interested in the development of metal forming technologies.

The Forum was attended by more than 70 participants from 50 companies. Attendance figures, a rich program of presentations and the overall atmosphere of the event give every reason to conclude that QForm Forum China was a highly successful event!

Our distributor, CAE Technology Inc., attended the annual fall conference 2025 KSTP (The Korean Society for Technology of Plasticity and Materials Processing).

At the conference, they presented a presentation titled “Optimal design of preforming and process analysis techniques for multi-material (AL–STEEL) in composite forging processes”, demonstrating the use of QForm UK Direct for preform forging.