Herramientas de mandrinado: claves de precisión en el acabado de agujeros

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

El mandrinado es una técnica de mecanizado que se utiliza para crear agujeros de gran tamaño en piezas de metal. En este artículo, explicamos qué es el mandrinado y cómo funciona, así como las herramientas especializadas para el proceso.

MMT Chats: Mold Design Apprentices Speak Out

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Mold Design Apprentices Alex McClinton and Nolan Benedict share their individual journeys to moldmaking, impressions of a unique mold design apprenticeship and their future plans.
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México impulsa pedidos de máquina-herramienta alemana en 2025

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Los pedidos procedentes de México destacan como motor clave en un contexto de contracción del mercado doméstico alemán y reorganización de la demanda global, destaca la VDW.

Second B Axis Improves Efficiency of Swiss-Type Machining

Julia Hider | Production Machining

A highly stable, fully programmable B axis on the subspindle of Nomura DS’s 20J3XBTC enables users to more quickly machine complex parts complete.

Student Teams Put 3D Printed Multitools to the Test in Second Annual AM in Steel Competition

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Five teams of college students competed to design and additively manufacture multitools that were tested on stage during Forge Fair 2025.

Reciclaje químico de plásticos: técnicas y beneficios

M.C. Adrián Méndez Prieto | Plastics Technology México

Explore los métodos avanzados de reciclaje químico, incluyendo hidrólisis y amonólisis, y cómo estos ayudan a transformar los plásticos en compuestos valiosos.

United Grinding Received RTX Premier Award

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Grinding, precision finishing solutions manufacturer is recognized for its cost competitiveness, collaboration and customer service in 2024.

Teknor Apex Acquires Danimer Scientific

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Danimer is a developer and producer of bioplastics. 

Jekta begins flight testing of scaled PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Trials of 1:9 scaled composite prototype marks new milestones in the program’s development, including plans to introduce the new aircraft globally in 2030.

Moore Brothers Co. acquires Symmetrix Bristol in Rhode Island

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Merging of the two teams, which includes the acquisition of Symmetrix’s composite tooling assets and a move to its flagship facility, will establish wide-ranging and complementary skills.

MSS to distribute Strongwell FRP composite products in Europe

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Module Solutions & Systems (MSS) is authorized to distribute Strongwell’s standard and non-standard products throughout Europe, excluding the U.K.

Deutsche Aircraft rolls out D328eco test aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The D328eco turboprop is an advanced evolution of the Dornier 328 with advanced features and a composites-intensive design. Its flight campaign is expected to begin soon.  

Student Executives Manage Business, Academia in High School Vocational Program

Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology

Bend Manufacturing, a business led by high school seniors that operates out of The Portage School of Leaders in South Bend, Indiana, is witnessing its real-time return on investment: its students.
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Scatter Correction CT Addresses X-ray Scatter Artifacts in Industrial Scanning

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Nikon highlights Scatter Correction CT, a software solution that enhances image quality and measurement accuracy in industrial computed tomography (CT) scanning by correcting scatter artifacts.  

EDM, Precision Milling, 3D Printing Improves Accuracy, Reduces Machining Time

Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology

MC Machinery Systems highlights an array of EDM and precision milling tools, as well as a wire laser metal 3D printer, all of which have the capacity to meet moldmaking needs.  

Sandvik Coromant Parting, Grooving Geometry Increases Chip Control

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Sandvik Coromant’s CoroCut 1-2 concept is designed for high performance and security across a variety of applications.

L.S. Starrett Gage Features Rugged Construction

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The No. W4900 Wireless Digital Electronic Indicator features digital and analog readouts in the same indicator, wireless output and many other specialized, customizable features.

Renishaw Automation Solution Boosts Operational Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The RCS product line focuses on the problems associated with manual setup, calibration and maintenance of robots, such as operational accuracy and repeatability.

New Possibilities from Process Consolidation, Customization, AI and More at MT Technology Series East 2025

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

When do broadening capabilities outweigh specialization (and vice versa)? In our recap of MT Technology Series East 2025, find out how the latest generation of machines, tooling and software answers that question.

Umicore Develops Gold-Silver Alloy for Cost-Efficient Coating

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

In response to the price increase for gold, Umicore Metal Deposition Solutions has developed Auruna 5750, a gold-silver electrolyte with properties that improve upon the original precious metals.