SCM showcases the future of smart manufacturing at Xylexpo 2026
- Jun 24
- 4 min read
At the recent event, SCM Group demonstrated its technology, software and digital services for building the manufacturing ecosystems of the future
The Italian Group confirmed its role as a strategic partner for the woodworking industry with an integrated offering of solutions, from technological innovation to process digitalisation. Of particular interest was the new accord 500 edge, a multifunctional CNC machining centre with integrated edgebanding technology, together with the evolution of SCM’s digital ecosystem through WinMES and IoT Solution.
The event provided an opportunity to meet customers, partners and industry professionals (60% of whom came from Italy) and to highlight the key strategic areas guiding SCM’s development: from the design of increasingly flexible and automated production systems to the digital transformation of companies, through to the creation of services capable of supporting customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their investment.
“We confirmed our participation in Xylexpo because we strongly believe in the value of the Italian manufacturing system, both as a market and as an industrial and technological platform,” said Pietro Gheller, SCM Group Wood Division Director. “As pioneers in the sector, we consider this exhibition an integral part of the ecosystem that supports the growth and competitiveness of our industry.”
Innovation, customer value & markets
Xylexpo was also an opportunity to take stock of SCM’s performance and strategic development plan for the woodworking industry. Despite an international scenario still marked by geopolitical uncertainties and cautious industrial investment, the company continued to strengthen its market position in 2025.
The Group closed the year with revenues close to €900 million, while the Wood Division exceeded €500 million, increasing its market share. Positive performances were recorded in Italy and in several European countries, including Spain, France, the UK, Scandinavia, Belgium and South-Eastern Europe, also thanks to engineering projects developed together with key players in the industry.
“The first quarter of 2026 confirms a market environment that remains cautious and characterised by different dynamics depending on geographical areas and technology segments, but positive signals are emerging in several strategic markets,” explained Gabriele Patti, SCM Commercial Director.
Particular attention was given to investments in France, with the opening of the new branch headquarters in Lyon on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, and in North America, with a new strategic governance structure and the strengthening of the sales and service teams.
“Our growth is supported by a clear strategy that has remained consistent over time: today customers are no longer simply looking for a machine, but for complete solutions,” added Pietro Gheller. “This is why SCM continues to invest in the four pillars that drive the Group’s development: engineering and automation, servitisation, technological innovation and digital software systems.”
Gheller also highlighted the Group’s recent acquisitions, which further expand and strengthen SCM’s portfolio of products and services for the woodworking industry: Tecno Logica, which has further enhanced the Group’s ability to develop integrated systems, advanced robotics and complete production lines, even in highly variable environments, and Tecnest, specialised in advanced software solutions for production planning, manufacturing management and supply chain management.
accord 500 edge: the new frontier of integrated processing
The latest innovation in SCM’s accord range, the accord 500 edge, is a new CNC machining centre that stands out as a complete and multifunctional solution, which also integrates edgebanding technology. It is designed to meet the most advanced production requirements in both solid wood processing and the furniture industry.
Designed for medium- and large-sized companies, accord 500 edge ensures high performance and maximum flexibility. These characteristics make it particularly suitable for applications such as contract furniture, bedroom furniture, the marine and caravan sectors, as well as just-in-time production, where combining customisation, speed and efficiency is essential.
Among its key strengths is the H80C 'Compact' edge anding unit, equipped with multiple magazines for tools, glue, edges and pressure elements, enabling fast and reliable automatic changes between different processing operations. Independent-motion operating units ensure high productivity even in limited spaces, while extraction systems guarantee cleanliness and efficiency under all operating conditions.
The new accord 500 edge is also equipped with the SCM Maestro software package, featuring the Maestro active interface and Maestro lab CAD/CAM programming software, making production process management simpler and more efficient. The solution is completed by Maestro lab edge, the latest evolution of the CAD/CAM system dedicated to panel edgebanding processes, which allows users to manage all edges and related application strategies, optimising programming and machining operations.
Technological innovation remains one of the key pillars of SCM’s strategy. Every year, the Group invests 7% of its revenues in R&D and, in 2025, was confirmed for the third consecutive year among the Italian companies with the highest number of patent applications filed with the European Patent Office.
The only woodworking technology manufacturer in the top 10, SCM filed 23 patent applications and currently holds a total of 800 active patents dedicated to the woodworking industry.
From connected machines to the Smart Factory: IoT solution & WinMES
At Xylexpo, SCM also presented the evolution of its digital ecosystem, designed to transform data generated by machines into strategic operational decisions. The goal is to overcome the fragmented management of production processes that's still common in many companies and support manufacturers in their transition towards smarter, connected and more sustainable factory models.
At the centre of this vision is IoT Solution, SCM’s digital platform that today connects more than 5,400 machines worldwide and enables real-time monitoring of key parameters such as availability, utilisation levels and production flows.
For more information on SCM Group, see www.scmgroup.com.
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