Maguire System Unifies Blending, Feeding, Conveying and Extrusion Control

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Control of gravimetric blenders, feeders, conveying and even extrusion in a single, streamlined system.  

Automation Idea for Halloween?

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Maybe not. But, the candy-throwing robots at MetalQuest’s Nebraska facility do enable the contract machine shop to stand out at career fairs and similar events.

What Is Scientific Maintenance? Part 2

| MoldMaking Technology

Part two of this three-part series explains specific data that toolrooms must collect, analyze and use to truly advance to a scientific maintenance culture where you can measure real data and drive decisions.

In the News: Navy Integrates Hybrid Polymer Composite Head

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

A recent military exercise added Hybrid Manufacturing Technology Global’s Ambit Xtrude head to a CNC machine within a day. Potential impact: Polymer composite extrusion + machining enables meter-scale parts within a single machine footprint. 

PT México reconoció a sus aliados en los últimos 10 años

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

En el marco de Meximold 2025, Plastics Technology México celebró su décimo aniversario, rindiendo homenaje a los líderes y organizaciones que han acompañado su trayectoria en la industria del plástico.  

Mastercam 2026 integra inteligencia artificial para mejorar la programación CAM

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La nueva versión de Mastercam incorpora mejoras en modelado, generación de trayectorias y asistencia por IA, enfocadas en optimizar la productividad de los talleres de mecanizado.

Unpacking the takeaways from CAMX 2025

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

The weeks following a trade show like CAMX often demand a bit of catch-up work, leaving room for additional reflection and analysis of the composite industry’s trajectory.

AMPP Rolls Out Updated CIP Level 2 Course Training

| Products Finishing

Revised Coating Inspector Program (CIP) offers more modern tools and hands-on training for advanced inspection skills and to better align with current industry standards.  
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Palmgren Drill Press Vise Provides Secure Mounting

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Palmgren introduces the #9612153 Drill Press Vise with Lugs, designed for secure mounting on drill presses, milling machines and other machine tools.

.38 Finishing Face Mill: Consistent Surface Finishes with Minimal Effort

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

System features a selection of cutters engineered for high-precision surface finishing. 

Finishing Additively Manufactured Parts With UV Powder Coating

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Streamline 3D’s approach to custom finishes, and a focus on aesthetics and functionality, is driving customer satisfaction and expanding the horizons of additive manufacturing.

P&G Technology Enables Lindner's Flexloop Recycling Solution

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Solvent wash process extracts contaminants from postconsumer packaging. 

Mujeres en la Manufactura impulsa el liderazgo femenino en la era de la IA

Marcela Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

El primer encuentro presencial de Mujeres en la Manufactura destacó el liderazgo femenino y la innovación tecnológica en la industria.

Multitasking: Where High Requirements Meet High Volumes

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Metri-Tech first bought a multitasking machine to handle complicated turning geometries. Two decades later, it uses them for gear cutting, five-axis work and more.

Nuevo León registra crecimiento económico del 4.2% en el segundo trimestre de 2025

| Modern Machine Shop México

El sector manufacturero creció un 4.6 %, lo que lo convierte en el sector que más contribuyó al crecimiento económico del estado.

Tungaloy Round-Insert Cutter Enhances Stability in Steel Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. expands its RoundSplit series with serrated cutting edge inserts and wear-resistant PVD grade AH3135 for improved surface finish in steel and stainless steel applications.

Wittmann Debuts Energy-Efficient 'Basic' Dryer

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Dual-cartridge technology is designed to offer high energy efficiency and ease of maintenance in a compact design.  

People in composites: October 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Engineering Technology Corp., Daher, RUAG International and ACS Group announce internal faculty updates, appointments and changes.

Offerings of Three Companies, One Roof

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Three distinct companies under one roof deliver comprehensive solutions for moldmaking and plastics industries.

From Flow Science to Skilled Hands: A Moldmaking Ecosystem Thrives in Erie

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

In Erie, PA, a single hub combines advanced technology and services, education and hands-on training to drive innovation and secure the future of moldmaking and plastics.
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Verisurf Software Platform Enhances Digital Manufacturing Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Verisurf 2026 model-based metrology platform is designed to improve repeatable process control and reduce production costs.

Realizan congreso sobre automatización e inteligencia artificial en la industria automotriz

| Modern Machine Shop México

Organizado por la Universidad Tecnológica de Puebla y el CERHAN, en el congreso se analizaron tendencias en automatización, inteligencia artificial y manufactura avanzada.