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InnovMetric Metrology Software Features Cloud Technology, AI Assistance
| Modern Machine Shop
PolyWorks 2026 elevates 3D measurement with cloud technology, AI and universal compatibility.
ANCA Tool Grinding Software Boosts Productivity
| Production Machining
ToolRoom RN35 features feedrate optimization, airtime reduction, faster digitizing operations and more for cutting tool manufacturers.
What’s the Right Bar Feeder for Your Machine Shop?
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Machine shops likely have questions about what type of bar feeder makes most sense for their operational needs. One or more of these four might be floating around in your head.
Before the Dust Settles: Solving Abrasive Blasting Workforce Challenges
| Products Finishing
The abrasive blasting industry is navigating labor shortages with strategies for awareness, training, technology rebranding and retention to build a skilled workforce.
#workforcedevelopment
CONTRAX Austin Expands Program and Industry Partnerships
| Additive Manufacturing
The inaugural contract manufacturing event hosted by Gardner Business Media takes place June 24-25, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Don’t miss it: Registration is open and free for qualified attendees.
Technical Specification Amps Up Robot Energy Efficiency
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
An international, interdisciplinary working group led by ABB is working to standardize how to measure robot energy consumption. This could lead to more energy-efficient models and decrease users’ total cost of ownership and carbon footprint.
PureCycle Resin Recognized as PCR Content Under New Jersey Law
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
New Jersey has a minimum recycled content mandate level that increases every three years.
Nissha Medical Technologies Breaks Ground on Micromolding Expansion
| Plastics Technology
The purpose-built expansion scales up its 2023 acquisition, Isometric, with a 50,000-square-foot molding and moldmaking facility in Wisconsin.
Sustainability That Works: How Manufacturing Leaders Embed ESG into Culture and Performance
Christina Fuges | Manufacturing Connected
Velosity CEO Dave Hemink shows how ESG drives innovation, culture and growth through measurable action, team engagement and customer alignment.
#workforcedevelopment
Insertos de ranurado con recubrimiento PVD para mayor control de desgaste
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Kennametal incorpora los grados KCU10B y KCU25B con recubrimiento Kengold PVD en su línea Top Notch para ranurado y roscado.
Fabricación de productos metálicos registra crecimiento en empleo y producción
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El valor de producción de los productos elaborados del subsector de fabricación de productos metálicos creció un 8.5 % en marzo de 2026.
MMT Chats: Steve Carr, A 44-Year Legacy of Mold Repair Excellence and Mentorship
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Steve Carr's 44-year career in mold repair at Plastikos and Micro Mold showcases unmatched skill, leadership and dedication to mentoring future toolmakers.
Operation Clean Sweep amplía alcance global en 2025
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El programa internacional de manejo responsable de resinas reportó una expansión global y una mayor participación del sector logístico.
Stellar Mold & Tool Earns ISO 9001:2015 Certification
| MoldMaking Technology
ISO certification covers mold, tooling, parts and fixture design, manufacturing, repair and precision machining services.
Máquinas-herramienta que impulsaron el crecimiento industrial en marzo
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El principal impulso vino de las máquinas de forjar o estampar, que en conjunto pasaron de un valor de importación de 79 millones de dólares en febrero a casi 98 millones de dólares en marzo.
U.S. Plastics Machinery Shipments Shrink in First Quarter
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Primary plastics machinery shipments were down 16.4% at the start of 2026, according to the Plastics Industry Association.
#economics
Reciclaje de PET, empaques flexibles y PP en el centro de la agenda de PRLATAM 2026
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
La tasa de utilización de las plantas de reciclaje mecánico en México no supera el 61 % en ningún año del período 2022–2025, mientras que la capacidad instalada en Latinoamérica supera los 3 millones de toneladas y sigue creciendo. Ese dato estructuró la apertura de Plastics Recycling LATAM 2026, en la que la primera jornada abordó los factores técnicos, económicos y regulatorios que determinan la viabilidad del reciclaje de plásticos en México y en la región.
3D Printed Mouthstick Designs Assist Limited-Mobility Users
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
Three M Tool and Machine has used its in-house additive manufacturing capabilities to rethink medical devices like mouthsticks, which must be stiff, lightweight and comfortable enough for everyday use.
NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy to Combine
| Valve Magazine
Merger of the two companies will create the world’s largest regulated electric utility business.
Blueshift is named finalist in inaugural Aviation Week Space Tech Challenge Awards
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: AeroZero tapes for LEO satellites and aerospace structure thermal protection earn Blueshift a spot in the Commercialization category for New Space Economy Infrastructure.
Otto Aerospace Phantom 3500 clears preliminary design review
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Milestone advances the clean sheet composite business jet program into detailed design, engineering release and production planning.
Century Tool adds thermoplastic composites trial capabilities on-site
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Infrared oven investment enables comprehensive glass mat thermoplastic (GMT) and other composite processing trials for industries like automotive and aerospace.