See the Full Picture in Your Cybersecurity Risk Assessments

| Production Machining

Many OT cybersecurity assessments fall short because they only focus on one or two parts of the puzzle instead of the full picture including threats, vulnerabilities and consequences.

Exposing Masking Techniques, Materials and Benefits

| Products Finishing

By shielding specific areas of a surface from overspray, contamination or chemical exposure, industrial masking products help maintain the functionality of a part. 

After Brief Expansion, Metalworking Index Fell to 46 in April

Mike Shirk | Modern Machine Shop

Metalworking industry begins to feel the impact of tariff uncertainty as business activity slows.

Heule Drills Maintain Precise Results at High Feed Rates

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: DCC tooling is designed to drill and chamfer both sides of the workpiece in a single operation without turning the workpiece or changing tooling.

BASF lanza Ultrason D 1010 G6 U40 para electrónica avanzada y movilidad eléctrica

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con mayor fluidez, menor temperatura de fusión y propiedades eléctricas superiores, este PESU optimiza el moldeo por inyección en aplicaciones E&E sofisticadas.

Hubbard-Hall Invests in Technical Talent

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

The company expands its internal plating know-how and field support with the addition of three technical professionals and one laboratory technician.

ECI Software Solutions ERP Systems Streamline Production Workflows

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Eastec 2025: ECI MES enables manufacturers to digitize their shop floor with support for over 140 PLC/IO devices, providing real-time visibility into machine performance. Additionally, ECI APS extends MES capabilities by providing flexible scheduling for both short- and long-term production needs.

Learning Powder Coating in Florida

| Products Finishing

PF’s Todd Luciano and Lori Beckman visit Orlando, Florida, to attend Powder Coating Week 2025. 

Fictiv in Financial Agreement to Join Misumi

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

Fictiv is joining Misumi to accelerate the building its global manufacturing platform for engineering and supply chain organizations to make manufacturing and supply chain capabilities easier, more accessible and more intelligent.

There’s No Downside to Upskilling

Lori Beckman | MoldMaking Technology

Machine shop CEO and former U.S. Navy SEAL applies his military knowledge to form an in-house upskilling program that trains all levels of employees for advanced positions. This talent development approach gives employees the gift of lifelong learning that benefits the industry as well. 
#workforcedevelopment

Insight Carbon Nanotube Masterbatches for Strength and Stiffness

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Insight Polymers & Compounding introduces new CNT masterbatches in polypropylene, Nylon 66 and other polymers; offers customization.

What You Need to Consider Before Adding a Compounding Line to Your Operation

| Plastics Technology

Material volume, extruder size, facility space and power, and vendor expertise drive equipment choice.  

When Recycling Also Helps Meet Cost Reduction Goals

Hannah Mason | Manufacturing Connected

For materials like tungsten, recycled feedstocks can be just as accessible and high quality as raw materials but at more affordable price points. 

Renishaw, Metalpine Develop Durable AM Parts for Harsh Marine Environments

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The project supports a major European naval force in producing highly durable replacement parts in-house — reducing reliance on supply chains and ensuring operational readiness in harsh saltwater settings.

Open Mind Technologies' CAD/CAM Software Boosts Machining Productivity

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Eastec 2025: Open Mind Technologies’ HyperMill 2025 CAD/CAM Software Suite includes enhanced programming and machining strategies to boost productivity and precision in five-axis and mill/turn machining.

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 139: ISO Material Groups, Hardened Materials

David Wynn | Production Machining

Determining the machinability of hardened materials.

Omax Waterjet Machine Eliminates Need for Secondary Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: The Maxiem 1530 JetMachining Center is designed to deliver versatile, easy to use machining from prototype development to full-scale production.

Hot Runner Troubleshooting Tips for Polycarbonate Injection Molding

| MoldMaking Technology

Strategies to maximize the efficiency, performance and productivity of polycarbonate injection molding include hot runner considerations.

Dürr Expands EcoProWet Pretreatment System to Include Cathodic Electrocoating

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

In contrast to conventional PT/EC systems, the EcoProWet EC is made to take up less floor space for car body pretreatment and is highly scalable to meet small to medium production capacities.

Dow México tiene nueva directora general

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Dow nombra a Aylin Tame como directora general en México, con lo que refuerza su estrategia de crecimiento sostenible y liderazgo industrial en la región.  

Schwanog Insertable Tooling System Eliminates Presetting

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: Schwanog’s insertable tooling systems can eliminate the need to preset the tool due to tool changeovers being accomplished directly in the machine.

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

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

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