Seco Tools Finishing Grade Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The TS0501 finishing grade provides optimal tool life, surface finish and reliability in demanding aerospace and energy applications.

Short Runs

| MoldMaking Technology

Digital-only content from MMT and Manufacturing Connected you may have missed. Scan QR codes to read full articles. 
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Star SU Gear Tools Feature Specialized Coating for High-Volume Production

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Star SU introduces Alcrona EVO coating technology across its gear cutting tool portfolio, improving wear resistance and tool life.

Plataforma de Verisurf mejora la eficiencia de la manufactura digital

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Verisurf 2026 refuerza módulos de CAD con MBD, medición, construcción, análisis, automatización e ingeniería inversa, con mayor interoperabilidad y compatibilidad de dispositivos para cerrar el ciclo entre diseño y calidad.

Multitasking Machines Scale Up Setup

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Job shops don’t mass produce parts — they mass produce setups. Here’s how Sanks Machining has streamlined setup in its shop. 

Multitasking Machines Scale Up Setup

Julia Hider | Techspex

Job shops don’t mass produce parts — they mass produce setups. Here’s how Sanks Machining has streamlined setup in its shop. 

GBI returns in strength with a January expansion

Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld

Several key components powered the Index’s strongest reading in more than three years.
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Severance Finishing Tools Feature Chatter-Free Tooth Geometry

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Severance’s lineup of tube end finishing rotary tools are designed to finish both the ID and OD of tubing ends in a single operation.

7 Steps to Optimize Aggressive Roughing Operations

John Miller | Modern Machine Shop

Follow these guidelines to get the most out of aggressive roughing while improving cycle times and keeping quality intact.

Zeiss Industrial Quality Solutions Announces Leadership Change

| Modern Machine Shop

Hendrie Viktor has been appointed to the position of president at Zeiss Industrial Quality Solutions. He has over 20 years of experience at Zeiss, most recently serving as vice president of sales.

Heule Precision Tooling Drills, Chamfers in One Step

| Modern Machine Shop

Heule Precision Tools’ Vex tooling is designed to drill and chamfer in one operation, improving productivity and precision in high-production environments.

Diamond Vogel Hits 100-Year Milestone Delivering High-Quality Coatings 

| Products Finishing

From a small paint company in 1926 to a nationally recognized coatings manufacturer, Diamond Vogel celebrates continued growth, advanced products and strong customer relationships across the U.S.

Farrel Pomini adquiere participación mayoritaria en Wf Recycle-Tech

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La adquisición permitirá escalar a nivel mundial una tecnología continua de pirólisis para reciclar neumáticos fuera de uso.

México impulsa proveeduría nacional en la industria de dispositivos médicos

| Modern Machine Shop México

Organismos destacados del sector de dispositivos médicos en México abordaron temas clave para impulsar la proveeduría y fortalecer la competitividad del sector.

United Machining Solutions presenta EDM Cut P 350 Pro para producción autónoma

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El equipo de electroerosión por hilo Cut P 350 Pro ofrece precisión de ±2 µm, integración de automatización y diseño robusto para operaciones lights-out en entornos exigentes.

Answering Four Bar Feeder Questions

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Machine shops have to answer a variety of questions to determine what bar feeder makes most sense for their production needs.

Portafolio de Platinum Tooling ofrece flexibilidad en mecanizado

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La gama de productos de Platinum Tooling incluye cabezales angulares, portaherramientas motorizados, bujes de alta precisión y accesorios especializados para ampliar las capacidades de los talleres.

Live demos unlock Thermwood LSAM system potential

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Live demonstrations and LSAM additive printer highlights bridge the gap between theory and practical application.

Recycling Delivers Low Footprint Carbon Fiber Fill

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Vartega's process reduces cost and as much as 99% of energy typically required to produce virgin carbon fiber.

Seco Boring Bridges Optimize Deep-Hole Boring Operations

| Modern Machine Shop

The BB732 bridges can provide vibration-free performance, optimized coolant flow and high-quality surface finishes.

Orders Surge as Finishing Index Opens 2026 in Expansion

Mike Shirk | Products Finishing

January’s 52.4 reading marks the strongest performance seen in the finishing industry GBI since mid‑2022.
#economics

New Advisors Strengthen Industry Insight and Voice

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

New board members bring hands-on expertise, leadership and innovation to guide our coverage of moldmaking’s evolving challenges and opportunities.