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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 147: 2025 Year End Regulatory Update
David Wynn | Production Machining
A roundup of regulations and proposed rules from Washington D.C. in 2025. PMPA actively lobbies through its PAC and made changes on issues like bonus deprecation, Section 179 expensing and domestic R&D.
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PPG Introduces Visualizid Software to Delfleet Evolution Commercial Vehicle Coatings
| Products Finishing
The software’s functionalities enable faster and more accurate automotive color selection in the U.S. and Canada.
Multilayer TPC achieves electrically conductive, gas-impermeable fuel cells at 100 microns
Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld
Carbon ID hydrogen fuel cell bipolar plates for aerospace combine contradictory properties for a corrosion-free alternative designed for 1 million m²/year production.
Mazak Multitasking Machine Enhances Precision With Grinding Capability
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Mazak Corp. introduces the Integrex i-350S Neo, combining turning, milling and grinding operations for versatility and efficiency.
Arranca la planeación de NPE2027 tras sorteo de espacios
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
PLASTICS anunció los resultados oficiales de la lotería de selección de espacios para NPE2027, lo que marca el inicio de la planeación del evento.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Moldmaker's Version
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Three AI-crafted '12 Days of Christmas' lyrics, tailored for the moldmaking industry—which is your favorite festive rendition?
Smart Coatings for Extreme Environments: Innovations in Aerospace and Defense
| Products Finishing
Smart coating developments are enabling engineers to reduce wear and extend mission life in extreme environments.
Ceratizit Solid Carbide Drill Extends Tool Life
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Ceratizit USA introduces the WTX-Uni and WTX-Deep Uni drill ranges, offering versatile solutions for high-performance drilling across multiple materials with a focus on efficiency and eco-friendliness.
The Value of a Third Turret for Multitasking Machines
Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop
A third turret might be the solution to achieve a 50/50 cycle-time balance between a machine’s main and sub-spindles.
Centro de mecanizado horizontal DN Solutions NHP 6300 de segunda generación
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La segunda generación del NHP 6300, de DN Solutions, al incorporar mejoras en velocidad, rendimiento y capacidad de integración con automatización, reduce tiempos de ciclo y aumenta la productividad.
AkzoNobel Completes Sale of India Business Unit to JSW Group
| Products Finishing
Akzo Nobel N.V. finalizes the divestiture of Akzo Nobel India Ltd. as part of its 2024 strategic portfolio review.
Congreso CDMX y ECOCE firman convenio de economía circular
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
ECOCE y el Congreso de la Ciudad de México firmaron un convenio para impulsar la gestión integral de residuos y la economía circular.
A Century of Innovation in Automated Coating Solutions
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Since 1925, Sprimag has evolved from early spray-gun innovation to turnkey surface finishing systems for global manufacturers.
Biocomposites demonstrated as drop-in material option for truck interiors
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
Ongoing trials from Volvo Trucks with Forvia Group and subsidiary Materi’Act aim to prove out and commercialize biocomposites made from waste oyster shells for future long-haul truck platforms.
A Moldmaker's Night Before Christmas: Industry Edition
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
This fun, AI-generated poem celebrates the moldmaking industry and the spirit of Christmas. With a nod to the dedication of moldmakers and engineers, it offers a festive take on the challenges of meeting deadlines and striving for perfection—because even during the holidays, the cycle never truly stops.
ABB abrirá una nueva planta de switchboards en Monterrey para atender la demanda de centros de datos e infraestructura crítica
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La nueva instalación, de más de 21,700 m², comenzará operaciones en el cuarto trimestre de 2026 y generará 300 empleos especializados en el área metropolitana de Monterrey.
AI-Powered Quoting System Improves Moldmaking Estimation Process
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
Z-FASTQ industry-specific quoting software learns from shop data to deliver high accuracy and efficiency.
Fresas Ceratizit MonsterMill ISO-S para aleaciones de níquel
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La gama MonsterMill ISO-S, de Ceratizit, incluye fresas de cuatro, cinco y seis filos para mecanizar aleaciones a base de níquel, titanio y fundición, con geometrías que reducen vibraciones y calor.
Valmet to Acquire Severn Group
| Valve Magazine
The acquisition covers all three Severn divisions: Severn Glocon, ValvTechnologies and LB Bentley.
PT’s Tips & Techniques in 2025
| Plastics Technology
Industry experts shared their insights into all types of plastics processing related problems in 2025. Take a look at some teachable moments from the last 12 months.
PPG Makes Leadership Changes in Latin America and Protective Coatings Units
| Products Finishing
PPG promotes Jennifer Solcz to VP of protective and marine coatings, Americas, and Javier Sosa Mejía to president of PPG Latin America.
François Ouellet asume la presidencia del Clúster de Plásticos de Querétaro
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
François Ouellet es nombrado nuevo presidente del Clúster de Plásticos de Querétaro, en una transición que reconoce los resultados de Arturo Nava y refuerza la articulación entre industria, gobierno y academia.