In the News: Distributed Manufacturing 8,000 Miles Apart
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The U.S. Navy’s Fleet experimentation exercise demonstrated field-deployable 3D printing and on-demand production through Stratasys Direct. Why it matters: Distributed manufacturing adds resilience to supply chains and increases military readiness.
UDEM y Fundación Frisa impulsan la educación técnica con nuevo equipamiento industrial
| Modern Machine Shop México
La Universidad de Monterrey incorporó equipamiento industrial en los talleres de manufactura de sus preparatorias, donado por la Fundación Frisa, que incluía grúas industriales, accesorios, rectificadoras y equipos de metodología, entre otros.
Fast-Drying, Low-VOC Waterborne Primers Protect Against Rust
| Products Finishing
Novel waterborne primers are transforming steel fabrication and construction with faster drying times and sustainability benefits like low to no VOCs, addressing industry challenges.
30 Under 30 Continues: A Rising Technical Leader Driving Innovation
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Mark Keller blends technical expertise, leadership, and continuous improvement to advance NyproMold’s operations, mentor future talent and strengthen the company’s industry reputation.
Cabezal de mandrinado Big Daishowa SWS agiliza la preparación
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El cabezal de mandrinado de desbaste SWS, de Big Daishowa, permite ajustes de diámetro sin necesidad de una unidad de medición de herramientas, reduce tiempos de preparación y mantiene alta precisión.
One Shop, Multiple New Examples of Automation
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Cobots, robots and automated sand blasting and painting systems are enabling this Wisconsin machine shop to increase production while eliminating repetitive manual operations on various processes.
Seco Drill Provides High-Feed Performance
Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology
High-feed geometry provides faster, cleaner holes with less downtime, while its recyclable tips support sustainability goals.
Trumpf Laser Welding Technology Provides Tighter Tolerances
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Trumpf Inc.’s Brightline Scan for the Trulaser Weld 5000 laser welding machine is designed to improve welding precision and process stability.
AkzoNobel Interpon Brand Launches "Own Your Impact" Initiative
| Products Finishing
Whether improving line efficiency, reducing energy use, extending product life or validating progress through data and audits, Interpon’s complete approach can help coaters improve operations with eco-friendly solutions.
People, Process, Progress
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Marion Wells, a member of MMT’s Editorial Advisory Board and founder of Human Asset Management shares her top MoldMaking Technology articles from the past year and discusses how this content has benefited her business.
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ABB Robotics AI Assistant Enhances Robot Programming
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
ABB Robotics introduces the RobotStudio AI Assistant, leveraging generative AI to simplify robot programming and boost productivity for users across industries.
Moving Beyond the Relative Viscosity Curve — Determining Optimum Plastic Flow Rates: Part 3
| Plastics Technology
Molders can use data to determine optimum flow rates by combining cavity imbalance studies with an understanding of machine velocity capabilities.
TPC centrifugal compressor impeller effectively compress large volumes of hydrogen gas
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Successful application of advanced thermoplastic composites (TPC) achieves impellers that reliably distribute, store and use undiluted H2 gas in transportation and industry.
AMPP CEO Alan Thomas Joins Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Board
| Products Finishing
Serving for a three-year term, Thomas’ presence on the board will enhance AMPP’s visibility and give it a broader voice in national conversations.
Proyecto en España recicla tapas plásticas en el estadio Mestalla
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
AIMPLAS y Valencia CF colaboran en la iniciativa que convierte tapas plásticas en material para instalaciones deportivas municipales mediante un reciclaje avanzado.
Durable Cutting Blades From Maag Target FRP Pelletizing
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Cutting blades from Maag are for strand pelletizing fiberglass-reinforced plastics and other abrasive compounds.
México encabeza exportaciones en manufacturas de alta tecnología en América Latina
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Según un informe de la CEPAL, México ha consolidado su liderazgo como exportador de manufacturas de alta tecnología en América Latina y el Caribe, al aumentar su participación en las exportaciones regionales de estos productos del 76 % en 2005 al 85 % en 2024.
Coast Guard Installs First Critical 3D Printed Metal Parts: Fin Seal Housing Cover
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Replaced earlier this year, the 3D printed covers represent a crucial step in reinforcing the supply chain for metal replacement parts.
Uniloy Enhances Parts E-Store
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Online ordering has been expanded to include parts for shuttle blow molding machines, keyword searching and same-day shipping.
Elix Polymers' Black Material Formulations Detectable by Sorting Systems
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Elix Polymers introduces ABS and PC/ABS products colored with deep black pigments detectable by NIR.
Holding Aerospace Tolerances 24/7 in Central Wisconsin
| Production Machining
Exceedingly challenging machining applications have a way of becoming achievable with the right team and equipment. Pointe Precision offers a case in point with its new automated fuel metering valve grinding and measurement cells.
Ceratizit Solid Carbide Drill Extends Tool Life
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
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.