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Cutting Tools Deep Dive: Who to Call and What to Know
| MoldMaking Technology
Mold cutting tools are used on machine tools to cut metal and prove important components of the overall mold machining process to consider when looking to improve speeds, feeds, wear as well as surface finish. Access this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, cutting tool products and more.
Helmel CMM Enables High-Speed, Autonomous Measurements
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Microstar Model 320-185 CMM features an enhanced drive system with steel- and Kevlar-reinforced drive belts, enabling more aggressive motion parameters.
Stratasys and Trinckle Partner to Integrate Fixturemate Into GrabCAD Print Pro
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The integration lets production teams complete the entire fixture workflow from design to print inside a single platform, cutting lead‑times from weeks to hours while eliminating the need for advanced CAD skills.
Supertec amplía su línea de rectificadoras con soluciones para piezas complejas y espacios reducidos
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Las nuevas versiones de las rectificadoras de Supertec Machinery están diseñadas para atender las demandas de mecanizado de alta precisión en espacios reducidos.
Querétaro fortalecerá el perfil técnico del sector aeroespacial
| Modern Machine Shop México
La secretaria de Educación de Querétaro, Martha Soto, afirmó que es fundamental identificar las necesidades de talento de un sector estratégico como el aeroespacial.
Siemens CNC Control Enhances Shopfloor Productivity with Robot Integration
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Siemens Digital Industries' Sinumerik 828 CNC seamlessly integrates with KUKA robots for cost-effective part handling and automation in job shops.
Experiment Platform for Sounding Rockets Is 3D Printed — and Compostable
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
Developed by the Aeromedical FabLab of the German Aerospace Center, MiniFix is a 3D printed, compostable experiment platform that has successfully flown five times aboard sounding rockets.
Injection Foaming Tech Reduces Density, Increases Mechanical Properties
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Based on an additive package custom-tailored to the application, Moxietec’s foaming technology promises stronger parts through consistent bubbles.
Aliplast expande capacidad de reciclaje con adquisición en Italia
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Aliplast adquiere planta de Gurit Italia y suma 15 mil toneladas anuales de PET reciclado, en línea con las nuevas exigencias normativas de la UE.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #124: Coatings for Hybrid Manufacturing of (Micro)Technical and Tooling Systems
| Products Finishing
In the third quarterly report, the first coatings obtained with the Vibrobot machine (using a nickel phosphorus bath on manufactured parts) were analyzed, with emphasis on coating thickness and phosphorus distribution.
Matlantis upgrades universal atomistic simulator for materials discovery, opens dedicated U.S. office
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Training datasets for Matlantis’ core AI technology are now developed using r2SCAN, doubling accuracy in atomistic simulations compared to previous version while driving speed, elemental versatility and quantum-level accuracy.
Joby expands California and Ohio manufacturing capacity, adds new aircraft to fleet
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Doubled space will enable production of 24 aircraft/year in Marina, ramp-up of renovated Dayton facility to manufacture and test aircraft components and produce 500 aircraft/year.
Instron releases Bluehill Central 2 iteration with Lab Management module
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The software platform, tied to multiple Instron material and structural testing systems, now offers Lab Management as a standalone to make access to Bluehill Central’s file repository more accessible.
REGENT forms REGENT Defense, unveils defense seaglider product line
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ISR, medevac and other maritime defense missions will be supported through the new line of high-speed, long-range, low-signature marine craft, which build off the company’s composites-intensive Viceroy.
Plasmatreat Technology Days 2025 celebrates 30 years of Openair-Plasma
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
More than 200 guests accepted the Steinhagen-based family business’ invitation to discuss new applications of atmospheric plasma systems in surface pretreatment.
Mokon becomes U.S. distributor for orcinus temperature, flow manifolds
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Mokon will manufacture the enesty GmbH brand’s orca and smartshark touch-free temperature and flow manifold devices, for use with select water systems, at its facility in Buffalo, New York.
Performance with purpose: Celebrating National Composites Week 2025
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Join the composites community Aug. 25-29, 2025, as we celebrate the power of performance-driven materials. Mark your calendar and help us amplify the message by promoting #CompositesPerformanceWithPurpose.
Horizon Aircraft, ZeroAvia announce plans to explore hydrogen eVTOL propulsion
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Horizon considers operational and practical technologies for the Cavorite X7 eVTOL with a focus on real-world implementation while building momentum toward certification and commercial readiness.
Portable, Handheld CMM Enables Simplified Dimensional Measurement, 3D Scanning of Large Parts
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Keyence’s WM-6000 provides full CMM and CAD capabilities, enabling 3D/GD&T measurements, contour profile checks, CAD comparison and reverse-engineering.
Italian craftsmanship shapes RIM, RTM expertise
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: Lanulfi Moulds, serving a diversified portfolio, is available to discuss and demonstrate how its custom RIM/RTM molds can elevate performance, shorten cycle times and reduce overall production costs.
One of Our Own
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Plastics Technology’s own Matt Naitove to be inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame.
Designing a Better Heat Exchanger - Part 2
| MoldMaking Technology
This summer, let’s get back to the basics. For this summer school basics series, Pellet to Part explores each stage of the plastic injection molding process. In part two of our three-part sub-series on mold water cooling systems, we review water quality and its impact on mold performance.