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Shop Talk: Both Sides of the Fence
| MoldMaking Technology
A mold designer learns humility — and humor — when tasked with building his own flawed designs, gaining perspective from both engineering and shop floors.
How Did Plastics Processors Keep an Edge in 2025?
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Every month, the Processor’s Edge article in Plastics Technology introduces readers to a processor, a problem and the technology that solved it. Here’s a recap of all the “Edges” exploited in 2025.
Understanding Mechanical Vibrations in Machining
Tony Schmitz | Modern Machine Shop
In machining, the structure of interest is a cutting tool connected to a tool post/turret and lathe or a toolholder, spindle and milling machine. The vibration of these structures is important to consider.
Aprueban Nueva Ley General de Economía Circular en México
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
El nuevo marco legal busca alargar la vida útil de los productos, disminuir los residuos y promover su recuperación y reincorporación a los ciclos productivos.
Noroeste de México, región clave para el desarrollo de la industria de semiconductores
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La Cámara de Comercio de Estados Unidos en México (AmCham Noroeste) destacó que los principales retos de la cadena de suministro en la industria de los semiconductores están relacionados con la disponibilidad de energía, agua y talento especializado.
ARI USA Offers Zetrix High-Performance Process Valve
| Valve Magazine
Designed for high performance in industrial environments the metal-seated process valves work just as well at high temperatures and during rapid thermal cycling.
JEC World 2026: Q&A with JEC Group CEO Éric Pierrejean
Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorld
JEC Group CEO Éric Pierrejean sits down with CW to talk about what’s new and what attendees can expect at JEC World 2026, taking place March 10-12 in Paris.
Precision Machining Technology Review: December 2025
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Production Machining’s December 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Grob Systems Inc., Seco Tools, Horn USA Inc., Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. and Datanomix.
Heule Tool Deburring Solution Enhances Main Bore Processing
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Heule Tool introduces the Snap-X line, designed for advanced cross hole deburring of main bores with multiple intersecting bores at varying diameters and angles.
Zero-Adjustment, High-Speed Label Barcode Reader
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
The SR-L Series motorless design eliminates the risk of mechanical failure and enables long-term, stable operation.
Cetec ERP AI Tools Automate Back-Office Operations
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Cetec ERP LLC introduces Document Scan & Attach and AP Automation tools to streamline paperwork and invoice processing for manufacturers.
Walter Surface Technologies Acquires Hermes North America
| Products Finishing
Walter strengthens its market position by integrating Hermes North America’s high-quality abrasive solutions for finishing, robotic and automation applications.
TopSolid’Mold optimiza el diseño y manufactura de moldes
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
TopSolid’Mold es una plataforma CAD/CAM que unifica diseño y manufactura para agilizar el proceso de creación de moldes, desde el concepto hasta la producción.
Crosshead From Guill Combines Two Established Technologies
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
New extrusion tool billed as user-friendly and flexible.
Three Highlights From Parts2clean 2025
Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing
Parts2clean 2025 exhibited advancements in automation, digitization, AI and more within the industrial parts and surface cleaning sector.
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CheFEM 3 simulation platform being used for LH2 tanks, CCS pipelines and airplane fuselages
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Composite Analytica combines physics-based simulation with select AI features to predict permeation, degradation and failure, reducing testing and development costs.
Mitsubishi Chemical to double Aichi, Sacramento carbon fiber plant production capacity
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Strengthened carbon fiber capacity will support high-end applications in sport, aerospace, hypercar and others in Japan and across the U.S.
Relearning Common Courtesies in the Workplace
Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining
As new members are phased in to the workforce, gentle but firm reminders about workplace etiquette and what is considered respectful behavior can go a long way.
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Meet the Chairman: Rob Velan
| Valve Magazine
Velan shares his background and talks about his future goals for the coming year as Chairman of the Board of Directors of VMA.
Tungaloy Coated CBN Grade Boosts High-Speed Cutting Performance
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. introduces the BM05M coated CBN grade, designed for high-speed continuous cuts with enhanced wear resistance.
Advanced Polymerics Permacorr Coating Mitigates Corrosion Under Insulation
| Products Finishing
Through extensive testing, the chemically bonded ceramic coating designed for carbon steel assets in oil, gas and biopharma industries demonstrated no observable deterioration.
Wittmann Doubles Production Capacity With Chinese Plant Expansion
Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology
Global plastics equipment manufacturer plans to produce 100 injection molding machines at expanded 20-year-old site, which also features technical training and R&D.
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