Hartzell’s carbon fiber Pathfinder is approved for Aviat Husky

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Three-blade composite propeller has received supplemental type certification and can replace existing two-bladed propellers on Husky aircraft models.

Vivace delivers fuel tank hardware for Talon-A test vehicles

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

In its partnership with Stratolaunch to advance U.S. hypersonic capabilities, Vivace has provided both composite and metal tanks for the TA-1 and TA-2 in the past year.

Acciona Energía’s Forty Mile wind farm begins operations

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The renewable energy company’s largest wind facility built to date in North America features 49 Nordex turbines each with a capacity of 5.7 megawatts.

Women in Plastics Event Debuts at K 2025 Oct. 12 in Düsseldorf

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

The “Women in Plastics” event will debut at K 2025 on Oct. 12 at 4 p.m., where participants will have the opportunity to learn from others’ experiences and build valuable networks.

Flexible CNC Control Maximizes G-Code Precision and Productivity

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Due to the NC capabilities and added functionality of Hurco’s WinMax G-code programming control, shops that are comfortable with CAM software can use their existing programs and don’t have to change their current processes to increase productivity and profitability.

IPG Photonics Appoints Senior VP of Global Laser Systems

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

More than 20 years of industrial, medical and high-tech market experience will support Mira Sahney in her new role at IPG.

Oasis Inspection System Provides Accurate Measurements of Large Parts

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Oasis Ultra-Series features a high-resolution camera, advanced image processing and an intuitive user interface that streamlines measurement workflows.

Why ‘Smart’ Blending May Be Right for You

| Plastics Technology

Industry 4.0 smart controllers dial in the right recipes quickly with gain-in-weight blenders to eliminate material waste, cost overruns.  

Grizzly Industrial Mill/Drills Feature Detailed Digital Readouts

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The G0982 and G0983 mill/drill combination machines are designed for small metalworking shops with limited space.

PPG Launches Sustainably Advantaged Coating

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

PPG’s Enviroluxe Plus powder coatings include up to 18% post-industrial recycled plastic and are made without PFAS.

Faster Swiss-Type Setup is a Probing Issue

| Production Machining

Perhaps no other technological development has impacted setup time reduction on Swiss-type lathes more than automatic tool probing functions. 

The Cut Scene: Integrated Machine Tending Cell Using AI, Vision and AMRs

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

A vision-guided KUKA robot paired with AMRs and AI fleet software enables flexible machine tending and bin picking for both high-mix shops and high-volume operations.

Noncontact optical strain gage delivers complete 3D surface measurement insight

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: The Aramis system by Trilion, based on DIC and photogrammetry technology, performs high-precision measurements in the sub-micrometer range, across a wide range of testing environments and material types.

When Will We See Humanoid Robots on the Manufacturing Floor?

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

The robotics industry faces three technical challenges as it moves from single-purpose platforms to a general robotics platform that can work in manufacturing and beyond.

Sistemas de laminado CJWinter: protección optimizada y mayor durabilidad

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los sistemas de laminado de extremos, de CJWinter, están diseñados para adaptarse a diámetros de rosca desde #6 hasta 1 3/16” y diversos tamaños de mango.

Streamlining Medical Device Development With Modular, Risk-Reducing Tooling Strategy

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Fast-Track Tooling enables early validation of medical device designs, reduces risks, accelerates time-to-market and ensures alignment with production molds.  

Honeywell’s Qualification of 6K Additive Nickel 718 a Step Toward More Sustainable, Secure Manufacturing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Produced in the U.S. using a method with low environmental impact, the material enables more sustainable manufacturing plus a reliable supply chain.

Etiquetas limpias impulsan el reciclaje de plásticos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Un estudio de Avery Dennison muestra cómo las etiquetas de liberación limpia mejoran el reciclaje y ayudan a reducir emisiones en envases de PET y HDPE.  

Aerospace manufacturing innovations demonstrate the future of aerocomposites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Attendees are able to explore several of NIAR ATLAS’ prototype developments in person, highlighting tool-less space manufacturing, AI-enabled inspection and repair and thermoplastic overmolding.

AMT Launches Aftermarket Coloring Capsules, Blasting Media Compatible with DyeMansion Systems

Jann Bond | Modern Machine Shop

High-performance, cost-effective consumables designed for compatibility with DyeMansion DM60.

Episode 56: An Interview With Scott Walker, Products Finishing

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Products Finishing turns the mic on itself for an interview with its regional vice president, Scott Walker, who discusses recent industry trends through the lens of his experiences with the brand.
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Modular Quick-Change Head System Benefits Various Applications

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Iscar USA highlights its modular quick-change head system for Swiss-type machines intended for turning, grooving, parting and threading applications.