Thermolysis wins Germany’s Materialica Award 2025 for rCF cement technology
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Taiwan’s Thermolysis Co. Ltd. has been recognized for its ability to turn rCF into a high-performance building material that enhance durability, extend lifespan and reduce maintenance needs.
SW North America Multispindle Machining Centers Boost Efficiency
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
SW North America’s BA W06-22 and BA 322i multispindle machining centers are well suited for diverse industries, including automotive, e-mobility, medical devices, aerospace, agriculture and construction equipment.
HMG Paints Opens Modern Len Hutton Centre
| Products Finishing
The state-of-the-art department is dedicated to increasing water-based coating production by 50,000 liters per month.
Sistema de bruñido de Sunnen ofrece control automático del diámetro final
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La máquina de bruñido SV-310, de Sunnen, permite alcanzar diámetros con alta precisión mediante control automático y medición integrada durante el ciclo.
The Dutch composites formula: Thermoplastics, collaboration and circularity
Yannick Willemin | CompositesWorld
In a region where collaboration and sustainability are inseparable, a new wave of composites entrepreneurs are taking advantage, proving the Dutch mindset is fertile ground for growth.
Passion on Wheels: Who Will Carry Charlie’s Torch?
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
As Charlie Harris prepares to hand off his mission, who in the moldmaking community will keep his spirit of tool-sharing alive?
DMG MORI HMCs Reduce Energy Consumption
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
DMG Mori Co. Ltd. introduces the NHX 4000 and NHX 5000 4th Generation, designed for high-speed, sustainable production with reduced cycle times and energy consumption.
Consistent Parts Require Consistent Cooling
| Plastics Technology
Cooling issues are common. Fixing them doesn't cost much, but ignoring them can drain profits and productivity. Learn how to optimize cooling consistently.
Stratasys and the U.S. Navy Prove Distributed 3D Printing Works — Even 8,000 Miles Apart
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The U.S. Navy and other branches of the military use additive manufacturing to ensure their front-line vehicles and equipment are maintained and in fighting shape. Additive manufacturing allows for quick production of new parts or rapid prototypes that aren't available through other technologies.
How I Made It: Walter Minehart
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
The 24-year-old mechanical engineer and machinist just founded his own one-man shop, Minehart Machine, in San Luis Obispo, California.
Muratec USA Leadership Changes Drive Innovation, Growth
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Murata Machinery USA Inc. appoints new president and CEO along with division heads to strengthen commitment to automation and customer success in North America.
In the News: 100K 3D Printed Implants Shipped
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Contract manufacturer Amnovis has announced the shipment of its 100,000th 3D printed implant since its founding in 2020. This is just the start: The company expects to ship half that many in 2025 alone.
Industria mexicana refuerza manejo de residuos plásticos
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Expertos de ANIPAC, CANIPEC y Rennueva analizan los avances, retos y beneficios de los planes de manejo de residuos plásticos en México.
Metalsa recibe el distintivo “Hecho en Nuevo León”
| Modern Machine Shop México
Metalsa impulsa la industria automotriz de Nuevo León y reafirma su identidad local con el distintivo estatal “Hecho en Nuevo León”.
Manufacturing Scheduling System Focuses on the Now
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Improving on-time delivery can happen by prioritizing what needs to happen first, not what job is due first. Among other capabilities, the Production Flow Manufacturing concept can identify situations in which a job with a later due date is actually more urgent.
L’Oréal y UNESCO premian a ocho científicas mexicanas
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Ocho investigadoras mexicanas reciben el premio L’Oréal–UNESCO 2025 por su contribución a la ciencia, la innovación y la igualdad de género en México.
Moving From Ideas to Action
| Production Machining
Do you invest, transition, tolerate or eliminate your team’s proposed ideas? Here is a structured method for evaluation.
Hexagon optimiza el mecanizado tipo suizo con inteligencia artificial y simulación avanzada
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La nueva versión del software Espirit Edge facilita la programación de máquinas complejas mediante herramientas de IA y un gemelo digital detallado.
Big Daishowa Tools for Schools Program Supports Future Manufacturers
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Big Daishowa Inc. continues its commitment to education with the Tools for Schools initiative, providing tooling certificates to schools for precision manufacturing equipment.
Induction Systems Specialist Applies AM to 3D Print Copper Coils
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Tucker Induction’s additive journey began with a desktop extrusion 3D printer, and has led to laser powder bed fusion of complex copper coils for induction heating applications.
Inspec.tech Debuts 3 Vision Inspection Systems
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Company expands line of raw material inspection (RMI) systems for pellet inspection and sorting.
Frank Lowe Welcomes Midwest Sales Rep for Wow Pad Line
| Products Finishing
Frank Lowe introduces Dwight Squires to represent its flagship product line protecting painted, powder coated or raw metal products.