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Billete mexicano de 100 pesos, hecho de polímero, el mejor del mundo
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
El billete mexicano de 100 pesos impreso en polímero fue reconocido por la IBNS como Bank Note of the Year 2020 por su diseño vertical y sus avances en seguridad. Fabricado en sustratos GUARDIAN y Safeguard, presenta una vida media 3,5 veces mayor que la del papel, según Banxico.
Q&A: Antimony-Free Alternatives for Flame-Retardant ABS
| Plastics Technology
Price shocks, volatility, regulation and trade uncertainty are affecting ATO and, by extension, workhorse resin ABS. What alternatives exist for processors?
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Dürr and Partners Develop Dry Coating for Electrodes, Prepare for Industrial Pilot Projects
| Products Finishing
X.Cellify DC, proved via a proof of concept, surpasses traditional wet coating in terms of reduced active waste and improved processability. Now, the companies are seeking pilot partners.
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Automating Complete Workholding Changeovers for Turning
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Robotic loading of all workholding elements is perhaps the next logical step to create fully automated yet flexible machining cells for CNC turning centers even when batch sizes are small.
Indexable Mold Date Inserts Promise Quick Install, Greater Accuracy
Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology
Steel ball stopper mechanism improves positioning accuracy along with resistance to gas and heat, PCS Company says.
A New Form of Collaborative Automation
Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected
SPS Atlanta 2025 showcased a shift in the automation industry from closed ecosystems to open platforms, enabling more accessible automation for small- and medium-sized manufacturers.
Call for Nominations for PF's 2026 40 Under 40 Program
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Help us honor 40 young innovators under 40 who are helping redefine the future of surface finishing.
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The Automation Industry Embraces Openness at SPS Atlanta
Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected
SPS Atlanta underscored the industry’s shift towards collaboration, promoting communication technologies and platforms that put the power to automate in the hands of the end user.
Pic of the Week: Faster Lightweighting Through AI
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
An AI model can help designers get to the best lightweight solution faster — by presenting a limited number of optimal solutions.
Brocas de carburo sólido de Emuge para acero, inoxidables y microperforaciones
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Emuge-Franken amplió su programa de brocas con nuevas líneas especializadas para aceros, inoxidables y microdiámetros, que incluyen mejoras en geometría de filo, evacuación de viruta y refrigeración interna.
Platinum Tooling Quick-Change Tooling System Boosts Machine Utilization
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. introduces the Haas multitool, designed to improve setup times and operational efficiency for CNC lathe users.
Aeromech opens training center, launches comprehensive aerocomposites training course
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The Aeromech Training Centre in Brisbane aims to build a robust, sovereign composites workforce for defense and aerospace through an industry professional-developed course offered in a portable delivery format.
Embraer, Mahindra Group form strategic alliance to introduce C-390 Millennium to India
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The composites-intensive military transport aircraft will be jointly promoted in India with the establishment of local manufacturing, assembly, supply chain and MRO capabilities.
Exportaciones de productos manufacturados crecen 15.7 % en septiembre
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En el noveno mes del año, el valor de las exportaciones de productos manufacturados fue de 52,370 millones de dólares. Los avances más importantes se observaron en las exportaciones de maquinaria y equipo especial para industrias diversas.
Nuevas brocas de alto rendimiento para barrenos profundos
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Kennametal amplió su línea KenDrill HPR con modelos 12×D y 50×D, diseñados para ofrecer mayor precisión, vida útil prolongada y mejor evacuación de viruta en aplicaciones exigentes.
Craftsman Cribsheet No. 145: Resin Printing for the Shop
David Wynn | Production Machining
Resins are a developing field and enable the creation of unique manufactured products.
Is Additive Manufacturing a Less Energy-Intensive Production Process?
Hannah Mason | Additive Manufacturing
A portable energy recording unit (PERU) developed at the Composite Technology Center could give AM users and manufacturers generally better insight into energy consumption at the machine level.
Heule Holemaking Tool Enhances Precision on Uneven Surfaces
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Heule Precision Tool’s Comp V3 is designed for drilling and countersinking uneven surfaces without marking, well suited for aerospace and others where critical finishes are required.
Cortec Appoints CorteCros EVP for Global Growth
| Products Finishing
Ivana Radic Borsic has been named executive vice president and managing editor for Cortec subsidiary CorteCros, leading strategic expansion and sustainability from European hub.
3D Fiber Tethering for rapid fabrication of continuous fiber composites
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
CarbonForm’s 3DFit technology combines robotic, continuous fiber 3D printing and winding to produce small, high-strength, complex parts — like drone frames — in as little as 10 minutes.
The Hidden Cost of Varnish: What Every Plant Manager Should Know
| Plastics Technology
The good news: Varnish can be mitigated and, in many cases, removed without a full system teardown or extended downtime. Here are maintenance strategies to consider.
Building Strong Industry-Education Bonds Through Dedicated Collaboration
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
High school educators often struggle to connect with businesses willing to partner, but creating a meaningful collaboration to address the skills gap demands ongoing effort and open dialogue. Electroform and Hononegah High School in Rockford, IL, demonstrate this through their steadfast commitment to a true partnership.
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