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MMT Chats: AI on the Shop Floor Now
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
In this MMT Chat, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mike Murakami, wire and sinker EDM lead hand at StackTeck Systems, to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is quietly—but powerfully—transforming moldmaking.
DLR HAP-alpha solar aircraft demonstrator passes key ground tests
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The CFRP uncrewed aircraft platform, designed as a sustainable alternative to satellites, completed ground vibration testing, leading up to flight trials in 2026.
Advanced Carbons Council announces graphene ISO technical specification
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ISO/TS 9651:2025 provides a classification framework for nanomaterials, specifying the characteristics of graphene-related 2D materials and their respective measurement methods.
#regulations
Hartzell AAM propeller gains FAA Part 35 type certification
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Certification testing of Hartzell’s five-bladed composite propeller was conducted exclusively on Beta Technologies’ electric propulsion systems for the Alia VTOL and CTOL, with the goal that the design will serve similar AAM architectures in future.
Mangohojden acquires Slingsby Advanced Composites Ltd.
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Swedish company seeks to develop a group of specialist aerospace and defense businesses to improve and enable investments needed to meet European industry demand.
HTMS joins Mobilise accelerator program to advance its CMC materials
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
High Temperature Material Systems has developed low-temperature cure prepregs for ceramic matrix composite (CMC) parts offering lightweight and thermal/fire protection up to 1000°C.
Five-Axis Vertical Machining System Enables Power, Speed and Accuracy for Moldmakers
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
MC Machinery Systems Inc. highlights the Eagle V550, a compact, high-speed five-axis machining system designed for precision graphite and mold/die work. With advanced CNC controls, thermal stability, and automation-ready features, it delivers reliable performance and efficient operation for modern manufacturing environments.
Plastics Processing Index Makes Modest Gains in June
Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology
Slight uptick suggests signs of stabilization despite ongoing market challenges.
Emuge-Franken End Mills Provide High Metal Removal Rates
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
TiNox-Cut VAR end mills are designed for hard-to-cut materials from stainless steel and titanium to Inconel and nickel alloys.
Hubbard-Hall Appoints Director to Drive Sales, Business Growth
| Products Finishing
Hubbard-Hall welcomes Kevin Stein as director of sales and business development to lead strategic growth and customer partnerships in the Northeast.
Jergens Combination Pallet Enables Quick-change Versatility
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The QL2 quick-change workholding system features dual pattern configuration, making it a single solution accommodating both industry standard mounting options for broader overall application.
Sistema de medición CNC de Starrett mejora velocidad y precisión en inspecciones sobre banco
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El nuevo modelo AVR400, de Starrett, es un sistema de medición CNC que combina una plataforma mecánica robusta, óptica de alta resolución y un software intuitivo de metrología.
What Abilities do you Assume Your Teammates Have That They May Not?
Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing
Are you becoming frustrated with colleagues and team members over tasks that may seem “obvious?” It might be worth taking a step back and shifting your mindset.
Recycled, but also High-Quality, Efficient and Cost-Competitive
Hannah Mason | Manufacturing Connected
Use of recycled material in a product can be a selling point, but as molder AGS Technology has found, productivity benefits and cost are equal or even more important.
Google Partners With Energy Dome
| Valve Magazine
The companies are partnering to achieve carbon-free energy at scale deploying commercially proven CO2 battery long-duration energy storage technology.
Revolutionizing space composites: A new era of satellite materials
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
A new approach for high volumes of small satellite structures uses low-CTE, low-cost CFRP cellular core, robust single-ply skins and modular panel systems to cut lead time, labor and cost for reflectors, solar arrays and more.
AI Creates CAD Files From Scan Data
Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop
While 3D visual scanners are useful, converting a visual scan to a usable CAD file can be a time-consuming process. With generative AI, it may be much simpler and faster.
Skilled Manufacturers Need to Adopt a Learning Philosophy
| Production Machining
The Dreyfus Model of Skill Acquisition can accommodate the type of workforce development needs required by today’s machine shops to foster shopfloor employee advancement.
#workforcedevelopment
Exportaciones manufactureras mexicanas suben 13.5 % en junio
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Los avances más significativos se observaron en las exportaciones de maquinaria y equipo especial para industrias diversas, equipo profesional y científico, equipos y aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos, y de productos automotrices, entre otros.
Hypertherm Doubles Warranty Length for Plasma Cutters
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Powermax plasma cutters feature extensive manual and automated metalcutting and gouging capabilities.
Decreto federal promueve desarrollo sostenible y circular
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
El gobierno federal emitió un decreto para fomentar la economía circular con incentivos fiscales, capacitación y uso gratuito de bienes públicos hasta 25 años.
Smart Sourcing Starts Here: EDM Tools and Tips
| MoldMaking Technology
Moldmakers rely on electrical discharge machining (EDM) routinely. EDM can encompass wire, sinker and small-hole EDM. Access this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, EDM products, services and more.