“Turning” the Tables: 10 Must-Read Articles to Sharpen Your Lathe Game
Cara Ready | Production Machining
From complex Swiss-type lathes to turning basics, we’ve rounded up 10 turning articles for both beginners and advanced machinists.
Luxury Watchmaker Uses 3D Printing to Enable Production in Small Quantities
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
London-based Apiar is leveraging AM and local partnerships to design and produce 3D printed watches for the luxury customer in smaller quantities — with entirely outsourced labor.
Mastercam Appoints Company President
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Acting as the interim president since December 2024, Russ Bukowski has been chosen to lead the company through its next phase of growth and expansion.
HTMS advances CMC strategy through LC3 project, EV battery box feasibility studies
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
LC3 project with Cranfield University and EV material development program with Raeon aim to develop a CMC supply chain in the U.K.
Canatu, Denso sign agreement to improve CNT performance
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Denso, one of Canatu’s largest shareholders and an automotive supplier, will help height Canatu’s CNT performance, develop CNT reactors and advance its practical applications.
Siemens Energy installs 21-MW offshore turbine prototype, reports say
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Numerous sources indicate that Siemens Gamesa may be making headway with a previously noted 21-MW wind turbine with a 276-meter rotor which would put it ahead of competitors.
Kia, Bcomp bring circular composites to Concept EV2 vehicle
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Kia Corp.’s latest entry-level electric vehicle anticipated for launch in 2026 showcases ampliTex bio-based materials, highlighting the potential for sustainable interior solutions in everyday vehicles.
Cooling System Saves Energy Directly In The Mold
Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology
Hasco’s Cooling Tornado offers simplified installation and quick retrofits, and also enables customized shortening, further supporting uncomplicated installation on existing systems.
U.S. Energy Development Corporation Expands Permian Footprint
| Valve Magazine
Transaction is part of the company’s plan to invest up to $1 billion in oil and gas properties.
MillQuadFeed de Tungaloy ofrece mayor resistencia al desgaste en fresado pesado
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Las nuevas placas de corte con geometría optimizada mejoran la estabilidad en operaciones de alto avance y materiales endurecidos.
Compass Wire Cloth Joins the Association for Metal Additive Manufacturing
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Membership reinforces dedication to excellence, continuous improvement and industry advancement.
SUR/FIN 2025 Invites Finishers to Learn, Discover and Connect
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
NASF’s SUR/FIN surface finishing industry conference and trade show will take place June 3-5, 2025 in Rosemont, Illinois.
SMW Connection Kit Enables Fast Power-to-Manual Chuck Conversion
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Manual Jack connection kit is compatible with stationary milling machines, five-axis machines and mill-turn machines, making it well suited for multipallet systems that require versatility and efficiency.
Recycled carbon fiber composite panels power 40% lighter, durable semi-rigid solar panels
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
Designed for auxiliary power use while traveling via boat or RV, Italian startup Levante’s custom flexible or standardized semi-rigid solar panels combine the benefits of ReCarbon’s rCF and thermoplastics.
ANIPAC celebra feria virtual sobre plásticos y reciclaje
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La feria “Los plásticos en tu vida” de ANIPAC regresa en 2025 con charlas sobre sostenibilidad, reciclaje y economía circular, con apoyo de empresas líderes.
Republic Services and Blue Polymers Open Polymer Center in Indianapolis
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Leaders plan a network of plastic recovery and recycling centers.
DN Solutions inaugura su nuevo Centro Técnico en Chicago con más de 15 máquinas en operación
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Del 29 de abril al 1 de mayo, DN Solutions celebrará la apertura de su nuevo Centro Técnico en Schaumburg, Illinois, con un evento que incluirá demostraciones en vivo, seminarios técnicos y soluciones de automatización para diversos sectores de manufactura.
Valero Notifies State that Plant Will Idle or Cease Production
| Valve Magazine
Valero’s Benicia refinery will either cease refining, restructure or go idle by the end of April 2026.
Industry Profile: David Bayreuther
| Valve Magazine
David Bayreuther leads product management for Valmet Flow Control and is President of the Board of Directors of the Manufacturers Standardization Society (MSS).
Lehvoss Group expands reach of compounds, structural composites portfolio
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Strategic partnership with PolySource will bring Lehvoss’ high-value materials to North American customers and expand PolySource’s technical capabilities.
Cartken autonomous robot facilitates indoor, outdoor material handling
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Cartken Hauler provides efficiency and flexibility in industrial and on-site material transportation settings through its all-terrain mobility, high payload capacity and rapid deployment.
BAE Systems honors Polar Technology with Gold Tier award
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Quality and delivery of structural composite elements for defense helmet is highlighted in Partner 2 Win program.