How Industrial Molds Conquered a Complex Impeller Fan Mold Challenge

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Expert engineering team overcomes complex impeller fan mold challenges through innovation, precision and collaborative problem-solving.

5 Tips for Machining Nickel-Based Alloys

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Choosing the right tools and processes can maximize tool life and reduce production time when machining these tough materials.

Vibration Compensation for Robot-Based 3D Printing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Technology company Ulendo has developed a tool to compensate for vibration in robotic arms used for 3D printing. One potential benefit? The chance to use robots that are smaller and lower cost, without sacrificing print quality.

Compact Surface Roughness Tester for Easy, Accurate On-Site Measurement

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Advanced technology ensures accurate roughness evaluation, conforming to the latest ISO 21920 standards.

What Makes for 'Perfect' Control in Tubing Extrusion?

| Plastics Technology

Extrusion is nothing without in-process measurements. But what you do with those measurements can mean everything to transforming yields and profitability.  

eNET Software Update Provides Advanced Monitoring Features

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

eNET Monitoring & DNC’s eNET V10 software features fast report capabilities and enhanced ERP data integration.

ASTRO America Forges Partnership with Colorado School of Mines, University of Guam

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The partnership brings a four-year mechanical engineering degree program to the island. The bigger picture: The initiative is part of the GAMMA initiative supported by the Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base program aimed at strengthening additive capacity in Guam. 

ASTM Standard Opens Path for Nondestructive Mechanical Testing Method

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

ASTM Standard E3499-25 recognizes Profilometry-Based Indentation Plastometry (PIP) as an alternative to destructive methods. The impact: PIP does not require separate test samples to be manufactured, speeding qualification and reducing waste. 

Southeast Nonwovens veils enhance modern composite structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Ultra-lightweight, isotropic layer, available in a variety of fibers and matrices, improves surface quality, enhances interlaminar strength and enables high-performance composites without adding significant weight.

Sandvik Coromant Profiling Geometries Provide Process Security

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Sandvik Coromant expands its Corocut 2 portfolio with geometries tailored for profiling in demanding materials and for parting-off operations that require greater process reliability and productivity. 

People in composites: November 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dieffenbacher, C.R. Onsrud, Orion S.A., AVK, HTMS and OPmobility spotlighted promotions, new hires and member additions in November.

From AI Software to Incorporating Automation into EDM: The Best of November

Cara Ready | MoldMaking Technology

Our most-viewed November articles included key topics such as AI to enhance efficiency, insights into automating processes, and much more. 

Modular composites enable larger tanks for wastewater and biogas reactors

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Toro Equipment uses biaxial fabrics, carbon fiber and Flex Molding for corrosion-resistant tanks that compete with steel, concrete and speed global installations.

Sistema de portaherramientas Kennametal BTKV30 para mecanizado de alta velocidad

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Kennametal amplía su plataforma de portaherramientas BTKV con el modelo BTKV30, diseñado para el mecanizado de piezas pequeñas en los sectores aeroespacial, médico, de petróleo y gas, transporte e ingeniería general.

Production Machining's November 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s November 2025 news highlights include strategic partnerships, an educational tooling program, new company leadership and more.

Kuka AMR Streamlines Transport of Heavy Loads

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The KMP 3000P features an omnidirectional drive that provides maximum flexibility in tight spaces, with the capacity to transport loads up to three tons in any direction.

Vertical Multi-Nozzle Features Active Mold Cooling

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Source: Witosa Witosa’s MonolithPlus multi-nozzle is an additively manufactured, vertical multi-nozzle that features active cooling of the mold insert.

In the News: Angstrom Group Acquires Mantle

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Mantle, developer of a hybrid metal additive technology for making injection mold tooling, has been acquired by automotive and industrial supplier Angstrom. Still unknown: Angstrom appears committed to advancing adoption through tooling services, but it’s not yet clear whether selling machines is part of the plan. 

Inside a CNC-Machined Gothic Monastery in Wyoming

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

An inside look into the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming, who are combining centuries-old Gothic architectural principles with modern CNC machining to build a monastery in the mountains of Wyoming.

Interpon Coatings Give Meshtec Security Screens Extended Seal of Approval

| Products Finishing

As an Interpon D Approved Applicator, the Thailand-based screen doors and windows manufacturer enjoys significant line efficiency and guaranteed performance of its products thanks to AkzoNobel support.

Material reciclado en cierres de lujo con tecnología de KraussMaffei

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La incorporación de la CXZ 250/1000-750 Multinject, de KraussMaffei, permite a Novassu producir cierres de lujo con un 30 % de material reciclado mediante el moldeo sándwich, manteniendo la precisión y la transparencia.

Formación de talento: alinear oferta educativa con necesidades del mercado laboral

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Un análisis del IMCO detalla que México podría perder 300,000 técnicos hacia 2050 y señala que es clave cerrar la brecha de egresados en carreras STEM y de ciencias sociales.