Sistema de medición Equator: inspección rápida y flexible en entornos industriales

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema de medición Equator, de Renishaw, está diseñado para proporcionar inspección comparativa de alta velocidad en piezas de producción media y alta.

Starrag Five-Axis Enables Complete Machining of Large Parts in Compact Footprint

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Heckert X70, X80 and X90 are focused on the five-axis heavy-duty machining of gearbox housings, cylinder heads, axles and other large workpieces.

Tips for Discovering the Best Powder Coating Equipment

Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing

From test lab visits to comparing gun output and edge coverage, this short guide from Rodger Talbert explains how to evaluate powder coating systems that deliver performance and long-term value.  

Technology Review and Sourcing Guide 2025: Mold Materials

| MoldMaking Technology

Building a high-quality mold begins and ends with the proper selection of appropriate mold materials. Tool steel, aluminum, copper and alloys are a just a few you can find in this exclusive, online-only content that includes a supplier list for mold materials.  

Universal Robots' Cobot Provides Optimized Motion Capability

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The UR15 cobot enables reduced cycle times, increased productivity and reduced costs across applications and industries.

Zero-waste, high-performance nonwovens

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Through a reclaiming and reengineering process, Endeavor Composites creates nonwoven preforms from unused carbon fiber waste, reducing costs and environmental impact while still meeting stringent design requirements. 

Pic of the Week: Cooling, Compacted

Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing

This week, we’re looking at a 3D printed water-charge air cooler that weighs just 1.4 kg — down from the 16 kg of a traditional air-to-air setup.

Prepreg range targets versatility, low CO2 impact

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Prepreg partner SHD Composite Materials supports tooling, component and structural needs with resin system solutions like FR308 and MTC400-1.

BrainDrip scales up composite technology to meet current, future energy infrastructure needs

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Next-generation composite pipe development with embedded, AI-enhanced health monitoring will modernize new and aging pipelines globally.

Robert Speirs III earns SPE 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

For more than 40 years the professor emeritus and former chair of the Ferris State University Plastic Program has guided and mentored many of those who have become leaders in today’s automotive plastics industry.

Nurol Makina and MetalWorm Collaborate for Armored Vehicle Part Production

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Study shows that WAAM technology can be effectively used in real-world operational conditions for high-security and high-performance applications such as armored vehicle components.

Conventional and Self-Lubricated Mold Components Offer Various Benefits to Moldmakers

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

SelfLube offers bronze and steel components used in mold and stamping dies.The company offers conventional components as well as self-lubricated components. These graphited parts enable less maintenance as they do not require any additional lubricates.   

WAAM Specialist AML3D Opens U.S. Facility To Support Industrial Partnerships

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

AML3D USA has opened its USA Technology Center in Stow, Ohio, for large-format wire arc manufacturing.

Industria automotriz recupera ritmo de crecimiento en junio

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En junio de 2025 la producción de vehículos ligeros en México creció 4.89 %, en tanto que las exportaciones aumentaron 14.04 %.

High-Capacity CNC Machining Center Offers Precision and Power

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Precision meets power with Cheto Corporation SA’s CHETO SiC1000HD, a high-capacity CNC machining center built to deliver superior performance in deep hole drilling and milling of small-to-medium mold components.

Jergens Combination Pallet Enables Quick-change Versatility

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The QL2 quick-change workholding system features dual pattern configuration, making it a single solution accommodating both industry standard mounting options for broader overall application.

Hybrid mold release agent offers paste wax simplicity with semipermanent performance

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Chem-Trend’s 2775W represents a solution for composites manufacturers who want high performance without the operational changes required by solvent technologies.

Gearing Up for Electroless Nickel Conference 2025

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Finishing insights, networking opportunities, an educational “boot camp” style program and much more is available to those planning to attend ENC 2025 in September.

An Investment in Hope and Second Chances

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Rise Up Industries’ machine operator training program enables former gang members to find sustainable employment and successful reentry into society. It has recently expanded into a new facility in San Diego and support is always welcome.
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Expectativas y pedidos manufactureros muestran mejoría en junio

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El Indicador Agregado de Tendencia de la industria manufacturera se ubicó en 51.7 puntos en junio de 2025, lo que representó un aumentó 1.4 puntos, con relación a mayo.

SW North America Open House Showcases Advanced Machining Solutions

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

SW North America hosts its 2025 Open House at its Michigan headquarters, featuring live demonstrations of the BA 322i and BA Space3 machining centers with a focus on medical and aerospace applications.

Source One Plastics instala nuevas clasificadoras para reciclaje de plásticos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La empresa conjunta de LyondellBasell y 23 Oaks añade capacidad para procesar 15,000 toneladas anuales de residuos plásticos con tecnología óptica avanzada.