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PPG Introduces Visualizid Software to Delfleet Evolution Commercial Vehicle Coatings
| Products Finishing
The software’s functionalities enable faster and more accurate automotive color selection in the U.S. and Canada.
Plastics Technology Takes a ‘Close Up’ Look at Technology in 2025
| Plastics Technology
Every month PT’s editors take a deeper dive on new technologies that seek to shape the future of plastics recycling in materials, recycling, extrusion, injection molding, blow molding and more.
Mazak Multitasking Machine Enhances Precision With Grinding Capability
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Mazak Corp. introduces the Integrex i-350S Neo, combining turning, milling and grinding operations for versatility and efficiency.
The Value of a Third Turret for Multitasking Machines
Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop
A third turret might be the solution to achieve a 50/50 cycle-time balance between a machine’s main and sub-spindles.
Smart Coatings for Extreme Environments: Innovations in Aerospace and Defense
| Products Finishing
Smart coating developments are enabling engineers to reduce wear and extend mission life in extreme environments.
AkzoNobel Completes Sale of India Business Unit to JSW Group
| Products Finishing
Akzo Nobel N.V. finalizes the divestiture of Akzo Nobel India Ltd. as part of its 2024 strategic portfolio review.
ABB abrirá una nueva planta de switchboards en Monterrey para atender la demanda de centros de datos e infraestructura crítica
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La nueva instalación, de más de 21,700 m², comenzará operaciones en el cuarto trimestre de 2026 y generará 300 empleos especializados en el área metropolitana de Monterrey.
PT’s Tips & Techniques in 2025
| Plastics Technology
Industry experts shared their insights into all types of plastics processing related problems in 2025. Take a look at some teachable moments from the last 12 months.
Biocomposites demonstrated as drop-in material option for truck interiors
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
Ongoing trials from Volvo Trucks with Forvia Group and subsidiary Materi’Act aim to prove out and commercialize biocomposites made from waste oyster shells for future long-haul truck platforms.
A Century of Innovation in Automated Coating Solutions
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Since 1925, Sprimag has evolved from early spray-gun innovation to turnkey surface finishing systems for global manufacturers.
Fresas Ceratizit MonsterMill ISO-S para aleaciones de níquel
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La gama MonsterMill ISO-S, de Ceratizit, incluye fresas de cuatro, cinco y seis filos para mecanizar aleaciones a base de níquel, titanio y fundición, con geometrías que reducen vibraciones y calor.
Congreso CDMX y ECOCE firman convenio de economía circular
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
ECOCE y el Congreso de la Ciudad de México firmaron un convenio para impulsar la gestión integral de residuos y la economía circular.
AI-Powered Quoting System Improves Moldmaking Estimation Process
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
Z-FASTQ industry-specific quoting software learns from shop data to deliver high accuracy and efficiency.
A Moldmaker's Night Before Christmas: Industry Edition
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
This fun, AI-generated poem celebrates the moldmaking industry and the spirit of Christmas. With a nod to the dedication of moldmakers and engineers, it offers a festive take on the challenges of meeting deadlines and striving for perfection—because even during the holidays, the cycle never truly stops.
Stäubli Merges U.S. Operations
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
The consolidation brings together two major U.S. operations under a single structure, enabling Stäubli to streamline processes and expand capabilities.
#economics
François Ouellet asume la presidencia del Clúster de Plásticos de Querétaro
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
François Ouellet es nombrado nuevo presidente del Clúster de Plásticos de Querétaro, en una transición que reconoce los resultados de Arturo Nava y refuerza la articulación entre industria, gobierno y academia.
Develop a Culture of Goal Setting
David Wynn | Production Machining
With a new year, leaders can shape their organization’s future by modeling purposeful, measurable goals, empowering their teams and creating a lasting culture of goal setting.
#workforcedevelopment
FARO Launches HandyScan Black Elite 3D Scanner
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
FARO says the HandyScan Black Elite is a metrology-grade scanner that provides accuracy, speed and ease of use across a variety of part sizes, materials and finishes.
Plastics Technology’s Most-Viewed Stories in 2025
| Plastics Technology
Getting to the why and the how of everything from resin degradation and viscosity curves to bulk density and shrinkage piqued PT reader interest in 2025.
Our Favorite Additive Manufacturing Stories from 2025
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing Media editors share their ten favorite AM stories and videos from the past year.
The Rise of Humanoids: Robots Enter a New Era of Versatility
Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected
While robots are traditionally designed for specific tasks, the industry is moving toward a future where the robots you see on the factory floor are also the ones in your home.
PPG Makes Leadership Changes in Latin America and Protective Coatings Units
| Products Finishing
PPG promotes Jennifer Solcz to VP of protective and marine coatings, Americas, and Javier Sosa Mejía to president of PPG Latin America.