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Solar Atmospheres Expands Presence in Northeastern Region
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The company announces the opening of its seventh U.S. heat treat operation.
Springing Forward With Industry Events
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
From Powder Coating Week insights to SUR/FIN opportunities, Products Finishing celebrates industry progress, people and the technologies shaping our future.
Monaghan Reamer Reconditioning Service Extends Tool Life
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The company’s reamer reconditioning service includes replacing all blades, grinding fresh bevel geometry, refurbishing the body of the reamer and optional coating of the blades if required.
SUQQU apuesta por empaque circular con copoliéster de Eastman
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El nuevo empaque para polvos compactos de SUQQU usa copoliéster Cristal One, compatible con reciclaje RIC1, en línea con la regulación PPWR y criterios de sostenibilidad.
The ChemQuest Group Appoints Director
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
The ChemQuest Group, a global consulting firm, has announced the appointment of Roudabeh Heshmatazad as a director.
Innovative Film Processor Adds Water-Blown Technology to Barrier Offerings
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Established as a market leader in technical films in Latin America, Plastilene enters North American barrier market with nine-layer technology, including an upside-down, water-quenched system.
Campaña de ANIPAC busca desmitificar el impacto de los microplásticos
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
ANIPAC lanza campaña informativa sobre microplásticos para promover una conversación basada en evidencias científicas.
La Secretaría de Economía y la Concamin buscan fortalecer la proveeduría local
| Modern Machine Shop México
La dependencia y la agrupación empresarial acuerdan impulsar el uso estratégico del sello “Hecho en México” por sectores y según las vocaciones productivas.
People in composites: May 2025
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
IACMI, Ilium Composites, Wrexham University, 47G, Gurit and Thermwood Corp. have shared new hires and promotions in the composites industry.
Royal3D Uses Large-Scale 3D Printing for Aquatic Drone Production
Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing
ShearWater aquatic drone, manufactured with fiberglass-reinforced recycled PETG, demonstrates precision 3D printing capabilities, sustainability focus and design innovation for maritime and heavy-duty applications.
Torno suizo APSX-Nano: precisión en espacios reducidos
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
APSX presenta el APSX-Nano, un torno suizo CNC compacto, diseñado para aplicaciones que requieren precisión extrema en un espacio mínimo.
Updated Milling Grade Offers Offers Strong Cutting Edges for Process Reliability, Extended Tool Life
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Walter’s WSM36G PVD-coated Tiger·tec Gold WSM36G milling grade is specifically for the P3204 inserts used in the Walter Xtra·tecXT M5460 profile milling cutter for precise copying and finishing.
Low-Volume Dryer for Engineering Resins
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Target markets are low-volume, high-precision specialty applications in automotive as well as in electronics, connectors and technical molding.
#electronics
A 25-Year Test Confirms Long-Term Performance of AkzoNobel Epoxy Powder Coating
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
A long-term study has independently confirmed that Resicoat epoxy powder coating provides durable, long-term anti-corrosion protection for drinking water supply systems.
ISO 9001 Standard Revision Nears 2026
| MoldMaking Technology
ISO 9001:2015 update targets September 2026, addressing digitalization, AI and sustainability; transition period likely to follow for certified organizations.
#regulations
Video: 3D Printed Ceramic Injection Molds Provide Functional Tooling in Hours
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
A ceramic-filled resin enables the production of injection molding-ready tools in just hours, as highlighted during PTXPO 2025.
LSR Cold Runner Deploys Servo-Actuated Needles for Smart Operation
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Elmet says the patent-pending SMARTshot I cold runner measurement and control concept uses servo-actuated nozzle needles to enable automatic startup without additional sensors.
Exportaciones de productos manufacturados crecen 6.6 % en abril
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En abril de 2025, las exportaciones de productos manufacturados alcanzaron los 49,015 millones de dólares.
Arburg inspira a jóvenes ingenieras con jornada técnica
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Diez estudiantes visitaron Arburg como parte de una excursión del VDMA. Conocieron a mujeres líderes y las oportunidades para el talento femenino en tecnología.
Zoller Opens Registration for Toolroom of the Year Competition
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Zoller’s Toolroom of the Year competition highlights companies that exemplify operational excellence through the strategic implementation of the company’s solutions.
How To Read an HTS Code
David Wynn | Production Machining
With tariffs at the forefront of everyone’s mind, it it important to understand how Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes work.
Haddy Opens LFAM Microfactory in Florida for Localized, Agile Composite Parts Production
Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing
CEAD helped Haddy inaugurate the AI-powered microfactory complete with eight Flexbot robotic systems for end-to-end 3D printing and 16-times production capacity.